Alienware 16X Aurora (AC16251) vs ASUS ExpertBook P5 G2 (P5405CAA)
63.6Performancespec-based62.7
87.6Graphicschip55.6
55.5Displayspec-based38.5
42.5Batteryspec-based50.7
31.8Portabilityspec-based74.8
5 spec wins — Alienware 16X Aurora (AC16251)2 spec wins — ASUS ExpertBook P5 G2 (P5405CAA)
InnoReviews verdict
This one is close to a dead heat: Alienware 16X Aurora (AC16251) scores 56 against 56.1 for ASUS ExpertBook P5 G2 (P5405CAA). Pick by the categories that matter to you, or by price.
Which would you pick?
Key differences
Reasons to pick the Alienware 16X Aurora (AC16251)
- Stronger graphics score: 88 vs 56
- 331% higher charging: 280 W vs 65 W
- 67% higher Refresh rate: 240 Hz vs 144 Hz
- 52% higher capacity: 96 Wh vs 63 Wh
- 25% higher Peak brightness: 500 nits vs 400 nits
- Lower launch price: $1,950 vs $2,980
Reasons to pick the ASUS ExpertBook P5 G2 (P5405CAA)
- 46% lower weight: 1.38 kg vs 2.57 kg
- 23% lower thickness: 18 mm vs 23.4 mm
Display
| Spec | Alienware 16X Aurora (AC16251) | ASUS ExpertBook P5 G2 (P5405CAA) |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 16 ″+14% | 14 ″ |
| Panel type | IPS | IPS LCD (anti-glare, non-touch, 100% sRGB) |
| Resolution | 2560x1600 | 2560x1600 |
| Refresh rate | 240 Hz+67% | 144 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 500 nits+25% | 400 nits |
Performance
| Spec | Alienware 16X Aurora (AC16251) | ASUS ExpertBook P5 G2 (P5405CAA) |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX | Intel Core Ultra 7 356H |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop | Intel Graphics (integrated, 4 Xe3 cores) |
| RAM | 32 GB | 32 GB |
| RAM type | DDR5-5600 (2x SO-DIMM) | DDR5 SO-DIMM (2 slots) |
| Storage | 1,024 GB | 1,024 GB |
| Storage type | PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD (2 M.2 slots) | M.2 2280 NVMe SSD |
Benchmarks
| Spec | Alienware 16X Aurora (AC16251) | ASUS ExpertBook P5 G2 (P5405CAA) |
|---|---|---|
| Geekbench 6 (single) | 3,081Top 14% | — |
| Geekbench 6 (multi) | 19,270Top 15% | — |
| 3DMark Time Spy Graphics (GPU) | 13,644Top 31% | — |
Battery
| Spec | Alienware 16X Aurora (AC16251) | ASUS ExpertBook P5 G2 (P5405CAA) |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 96 Wh+52% | 63 Wh |
| Web browsing endurance | 4.3 h | — |
| Charging | 280 W+331% | 65 W |
Design
| Spec | Alienware 16X Aurora (AC16251) | ASUS ExpertBook P5 G2 (P5405CAA) |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 2.57 kg | 1.38 kg+46% |
| Thickness | 23.4 mm | 18 mm+23% |
| Material | Anodized aluminum lid and bottom cover, magnesium alloy frame | Aluminum |
Connectivity
| Spec | Alienware 16X Aurora (AC16251) | ASUS ExpertBook P5 G2 (P5405CAA) |
|---|---|---|
| Ports | 1x Thunderbolt 4 (40Gbps, DisplayPort 2.1), 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps, Power Delivery), 2x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1, HDMI 2.1, Gigabit Ethernet, 3.5mm universal audio jack | 2x Thunderbolt 4 (USB4, display and power delivery), 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A, 1x HDMI 2.1, 1x RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet, 3.5mm combo audio jack, Kensington Nano security slot |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) |
| Bluetooth | 5.4 | 5.4 |
| Webcam | 1080p FHD with IR | 5MP with IR and privacy shutter |
| Biometrics | IR face recognition (Windows Hello) | Fingerprint sensor, IR camera for Windows Hello face login |
Software
| Spec | Alienware 16X Aurora (AC16251) | ASUS ExpertBook P5 G2 (P5405CAA) |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Pro |
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