As the bellwether of the global consumer electronics industry throughout the year, the International Consumer Electronics Show is held in Las Vegas at the beginning of each year, and relevant industry practitioners from all over the world gather here to understand the new trends of consumer electronics in the coming year within a few days.
At the same time, on January 10, Dell Group also held a CES new product launch conference in Beijing, which featured new Alienware notebooks, monitors and peripherals for gamers, XPS series notebooks for business offices, and UltraSharp display products.
Let's follow the footsteps of the new voice of the metaverse and take a look at the specific update of Dell's consumer product line.
Iterative upgrade of Alienware notebooks
At the "Dell China CES 2024 New Product Launch Conference" held on January 10, Alienware announced the launch of three new laptops - Alienware M16 R2, X16 R2 and M18 R2. As the top gaming brand of Dell Technologies, Alienware has been leading the development trend of high-performance PCs with a unique and innovative perspective since its inception.
The all-new Alienware M16 R2 features a fully upgraded cooling solution and optimized cooling frame design, which can achieve better heat dissipation efficiency in a smaller body, with 43% more airflow than the previous generation, bringing gamers a comfortable gaming experience "no fear of heat".
alienware m16 r2
At the same time, the new Alienware M16 R2 has a 14% reduction in depth, a 15% reduction in overall size compared to its predecessor, and a body as thin as 199mm, it fits easily into a small backpack, is easy to carry, and saves valuable desk space for gaming mice, keyboards, and monitors. With a slim and sturdy 180-degree hinge placed on the back edge of the laptop, the new Alienware M16 R2 features a larger palm rest and trackpad to enhance the experience of web browsing and social interaction while gaming.
In order to meet the needs of gamers who want to adjust the lighting at the right time, the new Alienware M16 R2 is equipped with shortcut keys to easily switch between hidden mode and super god mode with one click. In certain spaces, such as libraries, cafes, or classrooms, players can tap F2 to instantly turn on hidden mode, turn the keyboard backlight to white, turn off the lights in all AlienFX control areas, and switch to silent mode in performance mode to reduce fan noise.
The all-new Alienware X16 R2 "comes from the future", following the stunning design of the previous generation, passed through the 18The 5mm slim and refined body embodies a futuristic minimalist aesthetic that strikes the perfect balance between high performance and body thickness.
alienware x16 r2
The new Alienware X16 R2 is powered by the new Intel Core Ultra processor, which unleashes 175W of performance with 12-phase voltage scaling. With up to 220W of power when paired with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 laptop GPU, gamers can rest assured that they have access to the latest and most advanced technology for intensive gaming and creative tasks.
Powered by a 14th Gen Intel Core i9-14900HX processor and an optional NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 laptop GPU, the new Alienware M18 R2 delivers incredible performance, overclocking capabilities, and superior cooling.
alienware m18 r2
The new Alienware M18 R2 is designed for gamers looking for superior performance, with up to 270W of power consumption and up to 10TB of storage capacity, giving gamers an unprecedented gaming experience.
The all-new Alienware M16 R2 is now available at a price of RMB 15,999 to RMB 19,999. The all-new Alienware M18 R2 is now available at a price of RMB 23,999 to RMB 29,999.
Alienware Displays – Helping Players Win the Race
In addition to notebook products, Alienware Alienware has announced the launch of the all-new Alienware QD-OLED 315-inch 4K gaming monitor (AW3225QF) and Alienware QD-OLED 265-inch 360Hz gaming monitor (AW2725DF)
Brand newalienware qd-oled 31.5-inch 4K gaming monitorWith support for Dolby Vision HDR, you can bring detailed and vivid details to gamers with stunning color and contrast. The all-new Alienware QD-OLED 26 is as beautiful as it is lightningThe 5-inch 360Hz gaming monitor offers gamers a 360Hz refresh rate and QD-OLED infinite contrast at QHD resolution (2560x1440). Whether you're racing a speed-critical game, or a simulation and action-adventure game that demands realistic visuals, two new Alienware QD-OLED gaming monitors are designed to help you stay on the track.
alienware qd-oled 31.5-inch 4K gaming monitor
Among them, the all-new Alienware QD-OLED 31The 5-inch 4K gaming monitor (AW3225QF) has been named a 2024 CES Innovation Award for its stunning appearance and performance that delivers gamers an unparalleled visual experience.
Featuring a well-designed 4K QD-OLED curved display that reduces reflections, the monitor delivers infinite contrast, superior black performance, and up to 1,000 nits of peak brightness for gamers to create a more comfortable visual experience and an immersive gaming experience that captures every scene with ease.
Brand newalienware qd-oled 26.5-inch 360hz gaming monitor(aw2725df)It's the way to go. The all-new Alienware QD-OLED 26., winner of the 2024 CES Innovation AwardThe 5-inch gaming monitor features QHD Ultra HD resolution, combining competitive-grade speed with stunning color performance. Its native refresh rate of up to 360Hz with 0The 03-millisecond gray-to-gray (GTG) response time enables crisp motion and near-instantaneous pixel response, avoiding stuttering, input lag, or motion blur. The monitor is also VESA DisplayHDR True Black 400 certified, giving gamers rich colors and exceptional image clarity.
alienware qd-oled 26.5-inch gaming monitor.
The all-new Alienware QD-OLED 26The 5-inch 360Hz gaming monitor supports AMD FreeSync Premium Pro technology and is VESA AdaptiveSync certified, ensuring that gamers can experience smooth, tear-free action at any frame rate, and say goodbye to stuttering and frame drops during gameplay.
Judging by the release date and selling price, the all-new Alienware QD-OLED 31The 5-inch 4K gaming monitor (AW3225QF) was launched on January 11, with prices starting at RMB 9,999. The all-new Alienware QD-OLED 26The 5-inch 360Hz gaming monitor (AW2725DF) was launched on January 11, with prices starting at RMB 7,999.
Alienware Peripherals – Born for the Profession
In addition, Alienware announced the launch of new peripheral products, the new Alienware Pro Wireless Gaming Mouse and the new Alienware Pro Wireless Gaming Keyboard, entering the field of professional competitive gaming peripherals.
Brand newAlienware Alienware Pro Wireless Gaming MouseEquipped with high-performance components, gamers can use this mouse to achieve a native 4kHz wireless or 8kHz wired polling rate of 025ms and 0The response time of 125ms enables precise operation and gives you an advantage in competition.
Alienware Alienware Pro Wireless Gaming Mouse
In addition to performance, the comfort of the mouse is also important. Creating the ideal design for a wide range of gamers is no easy feat. Alienware's designers work closely with professional esports players to create symmetrical shapes that fit a variety of grip positions and hand shapes. At the same time, the new Alienware Pro wireless gaming mouse adopts an extremely lightweight design, weighing less than 60g to balance its mobility and stability, and adds a built-in converter storage compartment to the case design.
Alienware Pro Wireless Gaming KeyboardUsing Alienware custom linear mechanical shaft, the trigger pressure is accurate to the ideal trigger pressure of 40g approved by professional e-sports professionals, with a light feel and fast rebound. At the same time, it has excellent battery life, so gamers can play all night without the need for an external power source. In 2In 4GHz wireless mode, it has up to 72 hours of battery life with 50% RGB lighting enabled. With RGB lighting off, the battery life can be extended to 798 hours. In Bluetooth connection mode, when the RGB lighting effect is turned off, the battery life is up to 1800 hours.
Alienware Pro Wireless Gaming Keyboard
The lever of the new Alienware Pro wireless gaming keyboard is made of POM (polyoxymethylene) material, which achieves smooth key tapping, and says goodbye to the friction sound of traditional mechanical switches.
At present, the new Alienware Alienware Pro wireless gaming mouse has been launched on January 11, with prices starting at RMB 1,399. The all-new Alienware Pro wireless gaming keyboard also went on sale on January 11, with prices starting at RMB 1,999.
Dell XPS Series: Minimalist aesthetics and AI intelligence converge
At this press conference, Dell Technologies announced the launch of three new XPS series laptops - XPS 16, XPS 14 and XPS 13, which use a unified XPS family design language to help users eliminate external distractions, focus on productivity, and bring a more efficient work experience.
The new XPS series laptops feature an InfinityEdge four-sided bezel design, a choice of OLED touchscreen or a high-resolution panel, variable refresh rate and Dolby Vision for stunning colors and detailed detail. The new XPS series laptops have four built-in speakers, support for Dolby Atmos and 3D surround sound from MaxXAudio Pro by W**ES for immersive audio enjoyment, and a new FHD 1080P webcam for clearer and flawless calls.
Brand new XPS 13
Powered by Intel Core Ultra processors and Windows 11, the new XPS series laptops deliver AI-accelerated intelligent experiences that boost creativity and productivity while delivering better performance and longer battery life.
Dell pioneered bezel screens, maximizing screen size while minimizing device footprint. The new XPS 16 and new XPS 14 are high-performance, well-designed, lightweight and portable. The new XPS 13 has led a design revolution in the XPS family and shaped a vision of the future with its iconic design. The new XPS 13 weighs as little as 1At 17 kg, it is the slimmest, thinnest and lightest XPS product available, which is easy for users to carry around.
The new XPS series laptops are powered by the highest Intel Core Ultra 9 processors and equipped with AI-specific chip NPUs, which achieve an 8x increase in AI power efficiency, save 40% of power consumption, and greatly improve battery life. At the same time, the new XPS series integrates three AI engines, CPU, GPU, and NPU, supporting local running of 20 billion large language models, and completing local AI graph generation in seconds, accelerating intelligent operation with powerful AI computing power, and unleashing local AI capabilities in an all-round way. Whether it's daily office work or entertainment creation, the new XPS series laptops can be easily controlled, bringing users a more intelligent AI experience.
At present, Dell has announced that the all-new XPS 13 will be available on March 12, with prices starting at RMB 12,999. The all-new XPS 14 will be available on February 20, with prices starting from RMB 16,999. The all-new XPS 16 will be available on March 11, with prices starting from RMB 24,999.
The new Dell UltraSharp monitor reinvents the visual experience.
At this event, in addition to the Alienware and XPS series notebook updates, Dell also brought a new UltraSharp monitor. Among them, the Dell UltraSharp 40" Curved ThunderboltTM Hub Monitor (U4025QW) also won the CES 2024 Innovation Award.
The U4025QW meets the needs of professionals looking for clarity and color. This ultra-wide curved monitor is VESA DisplayHDR 600 certified and features IPS Black panel technology, which delivers more vivid color contrast and detailed detail at 5K resolution (5120x2160).
When it comes to color-critical tasks, a great monitor isn't just a high-end option, it's a must-have for bringing your work to life. The Dell UltraSharp 40" Curved ThunderboltTM Hub Monitor (U4025QW) features a breakthrough 99% DCI-P3 Display P3 wide color gamut, which is more than enough to meet any color accuracy challenge. Users can also easily calibrate screen colors with Dell Color Management.
For users looking for a modest size and high resolution, the new Dell UltraSharp 34" Curved ThunderboltTM Hub Monitor (U3425We) is the perfect choice. The monitor features WQHD resolution (3440x1440) and many of the same powerful features as the U4025QW, including TUV Rheinland Five-Star Eye Comfort Certification, IPS Black technology, and a Thunderbolt 4 connector. Whether it's professional design or daily office, U3425WE delivers a superior visual experience and efficient workflow.
At the moment, Dell has not announced the release time and price of the two UltraSharp monitors.
Write at the end
Recently, the implementation of IDC ** and AI applications will drive the steady growth of the laptop market in the next few years. After a pullback in 2023, the commercial and consumer markets will re-enter a new round of growth. By 2025, the shipments of the two parts of the market will exceed 10 million and 20 million units respectively, and the total market volume will exceed 34 million units in 2027, of which AI laptops will account for 86%. This set of data is enough to see the value that AI PCs will bring to the entire industry in the coming year, or even years.
Therefore, Metaverse New Voice believes that the current AI PC is not only a trend, but also the future. And we also see that the new products launched by Dell are all AI-oriented, and perhaps Dell is also looking forward to the combination of technology and hardware to allow them to win more markets.