Alienware 16 Area-51 (AA16250) vs Framework Laptop 13 Pro
61.6Performancespec-based61.1
97.5Graphicschip72.5
55.5Displayspec-based44.9
94.7Batteryspec-based78.5
20Portabilityspec-based75.9
5 spec wins — Alienware 16 Area-51 (AA16250)6 spec wins — Framework Laptop 13 Pro
InnoReviews verdict
This one is close to a dead heat: Alienware 16 Area-51 (AA16250) scores 64.8 against 64.7 for Framework Laptop 13 Pro. Pick by the categories that matter to you — Alienware 16 Area-51 (AA16250) edges ahead in graphics, or by price.
Which would you pick?
Key differences
Reasons to pick the Alienware 16 Area-51 (AA16250)
- Stronger graphics score: 98 vs 73
- 260% higher charging: 360 W vs 100 W
- 100% higher Refresh rate: 240 Hz vs 120 Hz
- 29% higher capacity: 96 Wh vs 74 Wh
- 27% higher Geekbench 6 (multi): 18,978 vs 14,965
Reasons to pick the Framework Laptop 13 Pro
- 100% higher RAM: 64 GB vs 32 GB
- 100% higher storage: 2,048 GB vs 1,024 GB
- 58% lower weight: 1.44 kg vs 3.4 kg
- 44% lower thickness: 15.9 mm vs 28.5 mm
- 40% higher Peak brightness: 700 nits vs 500 nits
- Lower launch price: $1,499 vs $3,200
Display
| Spec | Alienware 16 Area-51 (AA16250) | Framework Laptop 13 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 16 ″+19% | 13.5 ″ |
| Panel type | IPS | LCD (LTPS, matte anti-glare touchscreen) |
| Resolution | 2560x1600 | 2880x1920 |
| Refresh rate | 240 Hz+100% | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 500 nits | 700 nits+40% |
Performance
| Spec | Alienware 16 Area-51 (AA16250) | Framework Laptop 13 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX | Intel Core Ultra X9 388H |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop | Intel Arc B390 (12 Xe3 cores) |
| RAM | 32 GB | 64 GB+100% |
| RAM type | DDR5-6400 (2x SO-DIMM) | LPDDR5X-7467 (LPCAMM2) |
| Storage | 1,024 GB | 2,048 GB+100% |
| Storage type | PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD (3 M.2 slots) | PCIe 5.0 NVMe SSD |
Benchmarks
| Spec | Alienware 16 Area-51 (AA16250) | Framework Laptop 13 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Geekbench 6 (single) | 2,925Top 28% | 2,952+1%Top 25% |
| Geekbench 6 (multi) | 18,978+27%Top 17% | 14,965Top 38% |
| 3DMark Time Spy Graphics (GPU) | 22,099Top 9% | — |
Battery
| Spec | Alienware 16 Area-51 (AA16250) | Framework Laptop 13 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 96 Wh+29% | 74 Wh |
| Web browsing endurance | — | 15.9 h |
| Charging | 360 W+260% | 100 W |
Design
| Spec | Alienware 16 Area-51 (AA16250) | Framework Laptop 13 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 3.4 kg | 1.44 kg+58% |
| Thickness | 28.5 mm | 15.9 mm+44% |
| Material | — | CNC-machined 6063 aluminum |
Connectivity
| Spec | Alienware 16 Area-51 (AA16250) | Framework Laptop 13 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Ports | 2x Thunderbolt 5 (DisplayPort 2.1, Power Delivery), 3x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1, HDMI 2.1, SD card reader, 3.5mm combo jack | 4x swappable Expansion Cards (USB-C/Thunderbolt 4, USB-A, HDMI, DisplayPort, Ethernet, microSD/SD), 3.5mm combo jack |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 7 (Intel BE211) |
| Bluetooth | 5.4 | 6.0 |
| Webcam | 1080p or 4K (8MP) with IR | 1080p 30fps (9.2MP sensor), privacy switch |
| Biometrics | IR face (Windows Hello) | Fingerprint reader |
Software
| Spec | Alienware 16 Area-51 (AA16250) | Framework Laptop 13 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Pro (Ubuntu 24.04 LTS option available) |
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