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Alienware m15 R2

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Looking to sell your Alienware m15 R2 gaming laptop for cash? Released in mid-2019 (Regulatory Model P87F), the m15 R2 was the second revision of Alienware's 15.6-inch thin-and-light gaming line and the first to adopt Alienware's "Legend" design language borrowed from the Area-51m. It runs 9th-generation Intel Core "Coffee Lake" H-series processors paired with NVIDIA GeForce GTX 16 or RTX 20-series graphics. Before you request a quote, confirm you have the m15 R2 and not the older m15 R1 (2018, "Epic" design, 8th-gen Intel), the newer m15 R3 / R4 (2020, 10th-gen Intel), the 17-inch m17, or the desktop-replacement Area-51m — these are separate models that are easy to mix up. Because the R2 was heavily configurable at checkout, your exact combination of parts sets its final resale price. Select your components using our tool above for an instant cash offer, or trade it in toward fast payment through our gaming laptop trade-in service.

Core hardware configurations

Processor (CPU)

  • Intel Core i5-9300H — 4 cores, 8 threads, up to 4.1 GHz, 8MB cache
  • Intel Core i7-9750H — 6 cores, 12 threads, up to 4.5 GHz, 12MB cache
  • Intel Core i9-9880H — 8 cores, 16 threads, up to 4.8 GHz, 16MB cache
  • Intel Core i9-9980HK — 8 cores, 16 threads, up to 5.0 GHz, 16MB cache (overclockable)
  • All are 45W 9th-gen "Coffee Lake" chips on the Intel HM370 chipset

Graphics (GPU)

  • NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 — 4GB GDDR5
  • NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti — 6GB GDDR6
  • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 — 6GB GDDR6
  • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 Max-Q — 8GB GDDR6
  • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Max-Q — 8GB GDDR6
  • Intel UHD Graphics 630 integrated GPU handles display output when idle

Memory (RAM)

  • Dual-channel DDR4-2666
  • Shipped in 8GB (2×4GB) or 16GB (2×8GB)
  • Soldered to the board — not upgradable. The maximum is 16GB, fixed at purchase. There are no accessible SO-DIMM slots.

Storage

  • M.2 PCIe NVMe (Gen3 x4) or M.2 SATA solid-state drive
  • Up to 2TB per drive; dual-drive RAID 0 configurations were offered
  • Two M.2 slots (2230/2280) — storage is the one user-upgradable component

Display & audio

Display

15.6-inch panels in four options: FHD (1920×1080) at 60Hz, FHD at 144Hz, or FHD at 240Hz (all anti-glare WVA, 300 nits), plus a premium 4K UHD (3840×2160) OLED at 60Hz (400 nits, glossy TrueLife). The 144Hz, 240Hz, and OLED panels were available with optional Tobii eye-tracking. Refresh rate and the OLED option strongly affect resale value.

Audio

Dual bottom-firing speakers driven by a Realtek ALC3281-CG codec with a built-in amplifier. Digital-array microphones are housed in the camera assembly.

Ports & connectivity

The m15 R2 routes its display and power connections out of the rear "bump" to keep the desk tidy, with USB and audio on the sides. Note the rear USB-C is a full Thunderbolt 3 port, and there's a dedicated Alienware Graphics Amplifier port for external desktop GPUs.

Back & Left Side
  • 1× Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) port (USB 3.1 Gen 2 up to 10Gbps / Thunderbolt 3 up to 40Gbps, with DisplayPort 1.2)
  • 1× HDMI 2.0 port
  • 1× Mini DisplayPort 1.4
  • 1× Alienware Graphics Amplifier port (external GPU dock)
  • 1× RJ-45 Ethernet (Killer E2600/E3000, up to 2.5G)
  • 1× USB-A 3.1 Gen 1 with PowerShare
  • 1× Power adapter input (DC-in)
  • 1× 3.5mm headset jack
Right Side & Extras
  • 2× USB-A 3.1 Gen 1 ports
  • 1× Wedge-shaped security-cable slot
  • No SD / media card reader on this model

Wi-Fi 6 (Killer AX1650) or Wi-Fi 5 (Intel 8265) Bluetooth 5.0 / 4.2

Battery, build & more

Battery & charging

76Whr 6-cell lithium-ion polymer battery (integrated). Power adapters were matched to the GPU tier: 130W, 180W, or 240W bricks with a 7.4×5.1mm barrel connector. Supports Alienware's Hybrid Power to sustain performance under heavy load.

Camera & mic

Integrated 720p HD (0.92MP) RGB webcam on the top bezel, with dual digital-array microphones. Optional Tobii eye-tracking module on higher display tiers.

Keyboard & lighting

Per-key RGB backlit keyboard with AlienFX 2.0 lighting (including the signature Alienhead power button and rear light ring), all controlled through Alienware Command Center.

Chassis & finish

"Legend" design in either "Dark Side of the Moon" (black) or "Lunar Light" (white) soft-touch finish. Rear honeycomb venting with a distinctive port bump.

Weight

≈ 2.16 kg (4.76 lb) maximum — light for a 15-inch gaming laptop of its era.

Dimensions

360.5 × 276 × 17.9–19.5 mm (14.19" × 10.87" × 0.70"–0.77").

Frequently asked questions

01 How do I confirm my laptop is the m15 R2 and not the R1, R3, or R4?
Check the regulatory label on the bottom cover for "Reg Model: P87F" — that code is unique to the m15 R2. The quickest tells: the R2 has the smooth "Legend" design (unlike the boxier 2018 R1), runs a 9th-gen Intel Core CPU (the R3/R4 moved to 10th-gen), and has the oval light ring around its rear port bump. You can also enter your Service Tag on Dell's support site to pull the exact model. Our guide to finding your Dell model number shows where the Service Tag lives.
02 Can I sell an m15 R2 with wear, a weak battery, or other issues?
Yes. We buy laptops in every working condition. Whether your m15 runs like new, has an aging battery, loud fans, worn hinges, a cracked screen, or the burn-in some OLED units develop, setting the condition grade above locks in a firm cash value. Have several devices to move at once? Our bulk selling program handles multiple units in a single quote.
03 Should I pull my SSD or wipe it before boxing the laptop?
Back up your files and game saves to an external drive or the cloud and sign out of your Windows and Microsoft accounts before packing. You don't need to remove the M.2 SSD yourself — our team runs certified, multi-pass data sanitation on every incoming drive. See the full process on our data erasure protocols page.
04 Which configurations raise my m15 R2 trade-in value the most?
The GPU is the biggest value driver: an RTX 2080 Max-Q commands the strongest payout, followed by the RTX 2070 Max-Q and RTX 2060, with the GTX tiers lowest. From there, a Core i9 CPU, the 4K OLED display, a larger or dual-SSD RAID setup, and the factory 16GB RAM all raise your final offer. Note that because the RAM is soldered, buyers can't upgrade it later — so a 16GB unit is worth meaningfully more than an 8GB one. First time selling a laptop online? Our first-time seller guide covers the whole process.
05 How fast do I get paid after shipping my m15 R2?
Once your Alienware reaches our diagnostics lab and passes functional testing, payment is approved within two business days. We pay via PayPal, Venmo, Zelle, or CashApp, or by mailed check. Your prepaid shipping label is free and fully insured start to finish — see how it works for the full walkthrough.