Alienware 16X Aurora (AC16251) vs Panasonic TOUGHBOOK 40 Mk3
63.6Performancespec-basedchip54.5
87.6Graphicschip61
55.5Displayspec-based77.1
42.5Batteryspec-based60.3
31.8Portabilityspec-based20
5 spec wins — Alienware 16X Aurora (AC16251)1 spec wins — Panasonic TOUGHBOOK 40 Mk3
InnoReviews verdict
This one is close to a dead heat: Alienware 16X Aurora (AC16251) scores 56 against 56 for Panasonic TOUGHBOOK 40 Mk3. 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 61
- 100% higher storage: 1,024 GB vs 512 GB
- 56% lower thickness: 23.4 mm vs 53 mm
- 37% higher capacity: 96 Wh vs 70 Wh
- 24% lower weight: 2.57 kg vs 3.4 kg
Reasons to pick the Panasonic TOUGHBOOK 40 Mk3
- 140% higher Peak brightness: 1,200 nits vs 500 nits
Display
| Spec | Alienware 16X Aurora (AC16251) | Panasonic TOUGHBOOK 40 Mk3 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 16 ″+14% | 14 ″ |
| Panel type | IPS | IPS, direct bonded, anti-reflective, capacitive gloved touch |
| Resolution | 2560x1600 | 1920x1080 |
| Refresh rate | 240 Hz | — |
| Peak brightness | 500 nits | 1,200 nits+140% |
Performance
| Spec | Alienware 16X Aurora (AC16251) | Panasonic TOUGHBOOK 40 Mk3 |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX | Intel Core Ultra 7 265H |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop | Intel Arc 140T |
| RAM | 32 GB | 32 GB |
| RAM type | DDR5-5600 (2x SO-DIMM) | DDR5-5600 SO-DIMM |
| Storage | 1,024 GB+100% | 512 GB |
| Storage type | PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD (2 M.2 slots) | NVMe SSD (quick-release, OPAL encrypted) |
Benchmarks
| Spec | Alienware 16X Aurora (AC16251) | Panasonic TOUGHBOOK 40 Mk3 |
|---|---|---|
| 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) | Panasonic TOUGHBOOK 40 Mk3 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 96 Wh+37% | 70 Wh |
| Web browsing endurance | 4.3 h | — |
| Charging | 280 W | — |
Design
| Spec | Alienware 16X Aurora (AC16251) | Panasonic TOUGHBOOK 40 Mk3 |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 2.57 kg+24% | 3.4 kg |
| Thickness | 23.4 mm+56% | 53 mm |
| Material | Anodized aluminum lid and bottom cover, magnesium alloy frame | Magnesium alloy chassis with handle |
Connectivity
| Spec | Alienware 16X Aurora (AC16251) | Panasonic TOUGHBOOK 40 Mk3 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | USB-C Thunderbolt 4 (40Gbps, PD, DP), 2x USB-A (10Gbps and 5Gbps), RJ-45 Ethernet 1Gbps, HDMI 4K, MicroSDXC UHS-I, 3.5mm audio in/out, dual SIM (nano-SIM and eSIM); optional extra ports via xPAK modules |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 7 (Intel BE201) |
| Bluetooth | 5.4 | 5.4 (Class 1) |
| Webcam | 1080p FHD with IR | 5MP infrared webcam with privacy cover |
| Biometrics | IR face recognition (Windows Hello) | Face recognition (Windows Hello IR camera); optional fingerprint xPAK |
Software
| Spec | Alienware 16X Aurora (AC16251) | Panasonic TOUGHBOOK 40 Mk3 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Pro |
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