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Dell Alienware 16 Aurora (Core 7 240H, RTX 5060) vs Lenovo Legion 5 (Core i7-14700HX, RTX 5060)

Compare performance, display, memory, battery and ports.

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Dell Alienware 16 Aurora, Core 7 240H, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD, RTX 5060 8GB

Dell Alienware 16 Aurora, Core 7 240H, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD, RTX 5060 8GB

  • 16 inch screen.
  • 120 Hz display refresh rate.
  • Intel Core 7 240H processor.
  • Storage: M.2 PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe SSD.
  • 32 GB RAM in this version.
KSh 210,000Out of Stock
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Lenovo Legion 5, Core i7-14700HX, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD, RTX 5060 8GB

Lenovo Legion 5, Core i7-14700HX, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD, RTX 5060 8GB

  • 1,900 g.
  • 15.1 inch screen.
  • 165 Hz display refresh rate.
  • Intel Core i7-14700HX processor.
  • Storage: M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD.
KSh 205,000Out of Stock

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Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch, M4KSh 211,000
Lenovo Legion 5, Core i9-13900HX, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD, RTX 4060 8GBKSh 210,000
Dell Latitude 7450, Core Ultra 7 165U vPro, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSDKSh 220,000
ASUS TUF Gaming F16, Core i7-14650HX, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD, RTX 5050 8GBKSh 198,000
HP OMEN 16, Core i7-14650HX, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD, RTX 5060 8GBKSh 210,000
Lenovo Legion 5, Core i7-13650HX, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD, RTX 5060 8GBKSh 205,000
Dell 14 Plus 2-in-1 DB04250, Core Ultra 9 288V, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSDKSh 202,000
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Our quick verdict

Choose the Dell Alienware 16 Aurora if you want a larger 96 Wh battery, more memory (32 GB RAM) and a larger 16-inch screen. Choose the Lenovo Legion 5 if you want longer rated battery life (8 hours per charge), a smoother 165 Hz display and an OLED display.

Display

Dell Alienware 16 Aurora
16 inch screen
Lenovo Legion 5
15.1 inch screen

Refresh

Dell Alienware 16 Aurora
120 Hz display refresh rate
Lenovo Legion 5
165 Hz display refresh rate

Performance

Dell Alienware 16 Aurora
Intel Core 7 240H processor
Lenovo Legion 5
Intel Core i7-14700HX processor

Storage

Dell Alienware 16 Aurora
M.2 PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe SSD
Lenovo Legion 5
M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD

Memory

Dell Alienware 16 Aurora
32 GB RAM in this version
Lenovo Legion 5
16 GB RAM in this version

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Dell Alienware 16 Aurora

  • Larger battery: 96 Wh (vs 80 Wh).
  • More memory: 32 GB RAM (vs 16 GB).
  • Larger 16-inch screen (vs 15.1-inch).

Lenovo Legion 5

  • Rated for up to 8 hours per charge (vs 6).
  • Smoother 165 Hz display (vs 120 Hz).
  • OLED display (vs LCD).
  • Brighter display: up to 500 nits (vs 300).
  • Lighter: about 1.9 kg (vs 2.57 kg).
  • More CPU cores: 20 (vs 10).

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PriorityDell Alienware 16 AuroraLenovo Legion 5
PerformanceIntel Core 7 240H processor, RTX 5060 graphicsIntel Core i7-14700HX processor, RTX 5060 Laptop GPU graphics
Memory32 GB RAM16 GB RAM
Display16-inch LCD display, 120 Hz15.1-inch OLED display, 165 Hz
Battery lifeUp to 6 hours per chargeUp to 8 hours per charge
Weight2.57 kgAbout 1.9 kg
SoftwareWindows 11 Home on documented configurationWindows 11 Home

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationDell Alienware 16 Aurora, Core 7 240H, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD, RTX 5060 8GBLenovo Legion 5, Core i7-14700HX, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD, RTX 5060 8GB
BrandDellLenovo
ModelDell Alienware 16 Aurora Core Ultra 7 240H, 32GB, 1TB SSD, RTX 5060 8GBLegion 5i 15IRX10
Announced20252025
Form FactorClamshellClamshell
Color—Eclipse Black

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationDell Alienware 16 Aurora, Core 7 240H, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD, RTX 5060 8GBLenovo Legion 5, Core i7-14700HX, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD, RTX 5060 8GB
Dimensions356.98 × 265.43 mm; 18.6 mm front / 22.7 mm maximum height34.49 × 25.535 × 1.995–2.154 cm
Weight2.49–2.57 kg; configuration dependentStarting at 1.9 kg
Build MaterialsAluminum chassisAluminum top with PC-ABS bottom (OLED models); PC-ABS chassis on IPS models

Display

Display specifications comparison
SpecificationDell Alienware 16 Aurora, Core 7 240H, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD, RTX 5060 8GBLenovo Legion 5, Core i7-14700HX, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD, RTX 5060 8GB
Display Size16 inches15.1 inches
Display TypeIPS LCDOLED
Resolution2560 × 16002560 × 1600
Refresh Rate120 Hz165Hz
Brightness300 nits500 nits
TouchscreenNoNo
Display Features100% sRGB; ComfortView Plus100% DCI-P3, DisplayHDR True Black 600, Dolby Vision, G-SYNC, Advanced Optimus, X-Rite calibration

Performance

Performance specifications comparison
SpecificationDell Alienware 16 Aurora, Core 7 240H, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD, RTX 5060 8GBLenovo Legion 5, Core i7-14700HX, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD, RTX 5060 8GB
ProcessorIntel Core 7 240HIntel Core i7-14700HX
CPU10 cores, 16 threads; up to 5.2 GHz; 24 MB cache20 cores (8 P-cores + 12 E-cores), 28 threads, up to 5.5GHz, 33MB cache
GPUNVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU
Graphics Memory8 GB GDDR7 dedicated8GB GDDR7
RAM TypeDDR5, up to 5600 MT/s; two SO-DIMM modulesDDR5-4800 SODIMM
Storage TypeM.2 PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe SSDM.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD

Memory & Storage

Memory & Storage specifications comparison
SpecificationDell Alienware 16 Aurora, Core 7 240H, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD, RTX 5060 8GBLenovo Legion 5, Core i7-14700HX, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD, RTX 5060 8GB
RAM32GB16GB
Storage1TB1TB

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationDell Alienware 16 Aurora, Core 7 240H, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD, RTX 5060 8GBLenovo Legion 5, Core i7-14700HX, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD, RTX 5060 8GB
Battery6-cell 96 Wh80Wh rechargeable lithium-ion
Battery Lifeup to 6 hours mixed useUp to approximately 8 hours local video playback
ChargingSystem off: standard charging approximately 3 hours; ExpressCharge 0–100% in 2 hours; ExpressCharge Boost 0–35% in 20 minutesSlim Tip AC charging; USB-C Power Delivery supported
Power Adapter130 W or 180 W AC adapter platform options; 7.4 mm connector245W Slim Tip AC adapter

Software

Software specifications comparison
SpecificationDell Alienware 16 Aurora, Core 7 240H, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD, RTX 5060 8GBLenovo Legion 5, Core i7-14700HX, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD, RTX 5060 8GB
Operating SystemWindows 11 Home on documented configuration; regional software may varyWindows 11 Home

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationDell Alienware 16 Aurora, Core 7 240H, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD, RTX 5060 8GBLenovo Legion 5, Core i7-14700HX, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD, RTX 5060 8GB
Wi-FiMediaTek MT7925 Wi-Fi 7, 802.11be 2×2Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) 2×2
BluetoothBluetooth 5.4Bluetooth 5.4
EthernetGigabit Ethernet, RJ-45Gigabit Ethernet (RJ-45)

Camera & Audio

Camera & Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationDell Alienware 16 Aurora, Core 7 240H, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD, RTX 5060 8GBLenovo Legion 5, Core i7-14700HX, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD, RTX 5060 8GB
WebcamHD RGB camera, 1280 × 720 at 30 fps; 78.6° field of view5MP webcam with electronic privacy shutter
SpeakersTwo stereo speakers; 2 W each average, 2.5 W each peakStereo speakers, 2W × 2, optimized with Nahimic Audio
MicrophonesDigital-array microphones in camera assemblyDual-microphone array
Audio FeaturesRealtek ALC3204 high-definition audioHigh Definition Audio, Nahimic Audio

Keyboard & Input

Keyboard & Input specifications comparison
SpecificationDell Alienware 16 Aurora, Core 7 240H, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD, RTX 5060 8GBLenovo Legion 5, Core i7-14700HX, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD, RTX 5060 8GB
KeyboardBacklit QWERTY keyboard; 101–105 keys according to language layout6-row keyboard with numeric keypad and Copilot key
Keyboard BacklightYes; white24-zone RGB backlight
Trackpad115 × 70 mm touchpad with gesture supportButtonless multi-touch Precision TouchPad
Stylus SupportNoNo
Fingerprint Reader—No

Ports

Ports specifications comparison
SpecificationDell Alienware 16 Aurora, Core 7 240H, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD, RTX 5060 8GBLenovo Legion 5, Core i7-14700HX, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD, RTX 5060 8GB
USB-A2 × USB-A 5 Gbps3 × USB-A 5Gbps (one Always On)
USB-C2 × USB-C 10 Gbps; one with DisplayPort 1.4a, one with Power Delivery2 × USB-C 10Gbps
Thunderbolt / USB4No; USB-C 10 Gbps portsNo
HDMIHDMI 2.1; direct discrete-GPU outputHDMI 2.1 (up to 8K at 60Hz)
DisplayPortDisplayPort 1.4a over USB-CDisplayPort 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.4 over USB-C
Memory Card ReaderNo card readerNo
3.5mm Audio Jack3.5 mm universal audio jack3.5mm headphone / microphone combo jack
Other PortsAC adapter inputSlim Tip power connector

Additional Features

Additional Features specifications comparison
SpecificationDell Alienware 16 Aurora, Core 7 240H, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD, RTX 5060 8GBLenovo Legion 5, Core i7-14700HX, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD, RTX 5060 8GB
CoolingAlienware Cryo-tech vapor chamberLenovo Legion Coldfront Hyper cooling
Security—Firmware TPM 2.0, BIOS passwords, electronic camera shutter
Special Features—Lenovo AI Engine+ with LA1 AI chip; Advanced Optimus

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationDell Alienware 16 Aurora, Core 7 240H, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD, RTX 5060 8GBLenovo Legion 5, Core i7-14700HX, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD, RTX 5060 8GB
LaptopDell Alienware 16 Aurora Core Ultra 7 240H, 32GB, 1TB SSD, RTX 5060 8GBLenovo Legion 5, Core i7-14700HX, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD, RTX 5060 8GB

Similarities

  • Both support Wi-Fi 7.
  • Both have a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
  • Both have stereo speakers.
  • Both offer 1 TB of storage.
  • Both have built-in microphones for calls.
  • Both connect over Bluetooth.

In summary

Choose Lenovo Legion 5 for an OLED screen and longer rated battery life; Dell Alienware 16 Aurora offers more memory and a larger battery.

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In-stock alternatives

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