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Alienware Graphics Amplifier (9R7XN), Stealth black
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Alienware Graphics Amplifier (9R7XN), Stealth black

Bottom line: The Alienware Graphics Amplifier ($799.00 on Amazon as of 2026-10-07): Runs a full-length, dual-width PCIe x16 desktop GPU up to 375W; main trade-off: GPU not included; a desktop graphics card is a separate buy.

$799.00

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Mike Perry — Hardware researcher since 2014, focused on GPU performance across gaming, rendering, and local-LLM inference. Synthesises community benchmarks, manufacturer specs, and public forum data into actionable buying guides.

*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Last updated 2026-10-07. Price and availability subject to change.

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ Runs a full-length, dual-width PCIe x16 desktop GPU up to 375W
  • ✓ Built-in 460W power supply drives the card with no extra PSU
  • ✓ Four USB 3.0 ports turn it into a desktop dock for peripherals
  • ✓ Connects to Alienware R2 laptops with a single included cable

Cons

  • ✗ GPU not included; a desktop graphics card is a separate buy
  • ✗ Fits only Alienware 13 R2, 15 R2/R3, Alpha R2 and X51 R3-class laptops
  • ✗ Proprietary bus cable means it won't pair with non-Alienware laptops
  • ✗ Graphics cards must be 10.5 inches or shorter to fit inside

Manufacturer description

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SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored Alienware Graphics Amplifier using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the accessories category. Alienware's accessories lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

Common buyer scenarios for accessories of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.

Key Features

  • Amplify your performance Step up your graphics performance with support for a full length, double wide, desktop graphics card that do not exceed 10.5 inches in length
  • Designed for Alienware 13 R2, 15 R2, 15 R3, Alpha R2, M17xR2, M17xR3, X51 R3, R2 notebooks LCD or on any external display connected to the amplifier
  • Includes a 460 Watts internal power supply, GPU is not included, peripherals dock to the amplifer with 4 built in USB 3.0 ports
  • Plug in with a single proprietary cable, included in box, exclusively made for Alienware R2 laptops, it is a system bus extender, has stealth black color
  • Compatibility for available GPUs compared to TBT3 options and offer support for a single full length, dual wide, PCI Express x16 graphics card, support graphic cards of up to 375W and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 600 as well as AMD Radeon HD 5000 series and newer
  • Note: Kindly refer User Guide before use

Full Specifications

NoteKindly refer User Guide before use
BrandAlienware
Model9R7XN
Voltage240 volts
Unit Count1 Count
Part Number9R7XN
ConnectivityUSB
Output Power460 watts
Mounting TypeFreestanding
Item Dimensions16.1 x 7.3 x 6.8 inches
Number of Channels1
Included Componentslaptop
Maximum Output Power460 watts
Warranty Description1
Item dimensions L x W x H16.1 x 7.3 x 6.8 inches
Global Trade Identification Number00884116181996

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*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Last updated 2026-10-07. Price and availability subject to change.

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