Alienware 16X Aurora (AC16251) vs Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 6 (Intel)
63.6Performancespec-based47.7
87.6Graphicschip61.9
55.5Displayspec-based29.8
42.5Batteryspec-based83.6
31.8Portabilityspec-based69.7
6 spec wins — Alienware 16X Aurora (AC16251)3 spec wins — Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 6 (Intel)
InnoReviews verdict
This one is close to a dead heat: Alienware 16X Aurora (AC16251) scores 56 against 56 for Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 6 (Intel). Pick by the categories that matter to you — Alienware 16X Aurora (AC16251) edges ahead in graphics, or by price.
Which would you pick?
Key differences
Reasons to pick the Alienware 16X Aurora (AC16251)
- Stronger graphics score: 88 vs 62
- 331% higher charging: 280 W vs 65 W
- 300% higher Refresh rate: 240 Hz vs 60 Hz
- 72% higher Geekbench 6 (multi): 19,270 vs 11,174
- 68% higher capacity: 96 Wh vs 57 Wh
Reasons to pick the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 6 (Intel)
- 351% higher Web browsing endurance: 19.4 h vs 4.3 h
- 46% lower weight: 1.38 kg vs 2.57 kg
- Lower launch price: $1,359 vs $1,950
Display
| Spec | Alienware 16X Aurora (AC16251) | Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 6 (Intel) |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 16 ″+14% | 14 ″ |
| Panel type | IPS | IPS (WUXGA, anti-glare, low power) |
| Resolution | 2560x1600 | 1920x1200 |
| Refresh rate | 240 Hz+300% | 60 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 500 nits | 500 nits |
Performance
| Spec | Alienware 16X Aurora (AC16251) | Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 6 (Intel) |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX | Intel Core Ultra 7 258V |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop | Intel Arc Graphics 140V (integrated) |
| RAM | 32 GB | 32 GB |
| RAM type | DDR5-5600 (2x SO-DIMM) | LPDDR5X-8533 (on-package, soldered) |
| Storage | 1,024 GB | 1,024 GB |
| Storage type | PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD (2 M.2 slots) | NVMe SSD (M.2 2280, PCIe 5.0 x4) |
Benchmarks
| Spec | Alienware 16X Aurora (AC16251) | Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 6 (Intel) |
|---|---|---|
| Geekbench 6 (single) | 3,081+11%Top 14% | 2,781Bottom 47% |
| Geekbench 6 (multi) | 19,270+72%Top 15% | 11,174Bottom 24% |
| 3DMark Time Spy Graphics (GPU) | 13,644Top 31% | — |
Battery
| Spec | Alienware 16X Aurora (AC16251) | Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 6 (Intel) |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 96 Wh+68% | 57 Wh |
| Web browsing endurance | 4.3 h | 19.4 h+351% |
| Charging | 280 W+331% | 65 W |
Design
| Spec | Alienware 16X Aurora (AC16251) | Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 6 (Intel) |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 2.57 kg | 1.38 kg+46% |
| Thickness | 23.4 mm | 21.8 mm+7% |
| Material | Anodized aluminum lid and bottom cover, magnesium alloy frame | Carbon-fiber-reinforced polycarbonate (PC + 20% CF); aluminum lid on grey models |
Connectivity
| Spec | Alienware 16X Aurora (AC16251) | Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 6 (Intel) |
|---|---|---|
| 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 USB-C (Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 40Gbps, USB PD, DisplayPort 2.1), 2x USB-A (5Gbps, one always-on), HDMI 2.1 (up to 4K/60Hz), RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet, 3.5mm combo jack; optional Nano-SIM slot and smart card reader |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.4 | 5.4 |
| Webcam | 1080p FHD with IR | 5MP + IR with privacy shutter |
| Biometrics | IR face recognition (Windows Hello) | Fingerprint reader (power button), IR camera for Windows Hello |
Software
| Spec | Alienware 16X Aurora (AC16251) | Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 6 (Intel) |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Pro |
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