Which is better for gaming?

The ASUS TUF Gaming A16. Its RTX 5070 and Ryzen 9 8940HX outclass the Alienware's RTX 5050 and Ryzen 5 220, so it will hold higher frame rates at the same 165Hz refresh.

Is the ASUS worth the extra $630?

Only if you play demanding games or do GPU-heavy work. At $1,599.99 versus $970.00 as of November 6, 2026, the Alienware covers 1080p-class gaming for much less.

Which has the better screen?

Both are 1920x1200 at 165Hz. The Alienware states 300 nits and 62.5% sRGB, which is modest for color work; ASUS does not publish those figures for the A16.

Do they have the same memory and storage?

Yes. Both come with 16GB of RAM and a 512GB SSD, so neither has an edge there. Plan on adding storage for large game libraries.

Nearly identical. The ASUS is 4.9 lb and the Alienware is 4.96 lb, a difference you will not notice in a bag.

Which lasts longer on a charge?

Neither maker publishes a runtime figure here. The Alienware has a 70WHr battery; the ASUS battery capacity is not stated, so compare real reviews before deciding.

Alienware 15 DA15265 Gaming Laptop vs ASUS TUF Gaming A16 16" 165Hz FHD+ Gaming Laptop

Buy the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 if you want the strongest gaming performance: its RTX 5070 and Ryzen 9 8940HX are a clear step above the Alienware's RTX 5050 and Ryzen 5 220. Buy the Alienware DA15265 if you want to spend less and still get a 165Hz 16:10 screen. The gap is large: $1,599.99 at Best Buy as of November 6, 2026 for the ASUS versus $970.00 at Best Buy as of November 6, 2026 for the Alienware.

Today the Alienware 15 DA15265 Gaming Laptop costs $640.00 less at its best price.

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