Starting today, Dell is offering an incredible deal on the Alienware Aurora R16 gaming PC, equipped with the cutting-edge GeForce RTX 5080 GPU, for just $2,399.99 shipped. This price is remarkably competitive, especially considering the steady price hikes on RTX 50 series equipped systems since their launch in January. At Dell, the next closest option with an RTX 5080 GPU is over $4,000, making this deal stand out even more. If you're considering building your own PC, finding a standalone RTX 5080 GPU could cost you as much as this entire system, making this prebuilt option not just convenient but also economical.
Alienware Aurora R16 RTX 5080 Gaming PC for $2,400
Alienware Aurora R16 Intel Core Ultra 7 265F RTX 5080 Gaming PC
$2,399.99 at Alienware
This Alienware Aurora R16 gaming PC comes packed with an Intel Core Ultra 7 265F CPU, a GeForce RTX 5080 GPU, 16GB of DDR5-5200MHz RAM, and a 1TB NVMe SSD. The Intel Core Ultra 7 265F Meteor Lake CPU offers a max turbo frequency of 5.3GHz, featuring 20 cores and a 30MB cache. It's kept cool with a robust 240mm all-in-one liquid cooler, and the entire system is powered by a 1,000W 80PLUS Platinum power supply.
The RTX 5080, one of three new Blackwell graphics cards, has been elusive in the market. In our Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 FE review, Jackie notes, "If you already have a high-end graphics card from the last couple of years, the Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 may not be the upgrade you're looking for – its performance doesn't significantly surpass the RTX 4080, though the enhanced frames from DLSS 4 Multi-Frame Generation do improve gameplay in supported titles. However, if you're upgrading from an older GPU and seeking a substantial performance boost, the RTX 5080 delivers, especially if you're keen on Nvidia's AI enhancements."
New Release: Alienware Area-51 RTX 5080 PC
Alienware Area-51 Intel Core Ultra 9 285K RTX 5080 Gaming PC (64GB/4TB)
$5,049.99 save 8% $4,649.99 at Alienware
Alienware has launched its new-for-2025 Area-51 system, available for order at Dell. This configuration is upgraded with an Intel Core Ultra 9 285K processor, 64GB of RAM, and a 1TB M.2 SSD, available for $4,649.99 after a $400 instant discount. The CPU is cooled by a 360mm all-in-one liquid cooler, and the system is powered by a massive 1,500W 80PLUS Platinum power supply. Dell estimates delivery in early April.
New for 2025: The Alienware Area-51 Chassis
Dell unveiled the new Alienware Area-51 gaming PC at CES 2025. The chassis maintains a similar aesthetic to the 2024 R16 system but includes minor redesigns for improved cooling and updated components. The I/O panel is now located at the top of the case, and the tempered glass window extends across the entire side panel, eliminating the need for side panel vents. Air intakes are now positioned at the bottom and front of the case, promoting a positive airflow design that reduces dust accumulation. The internal components have been refreshed, featuring a new motherboard, faster RAM, and a more powerful power supply to support the latest CPUs and RTX 50 series GPUs.
RTX 5080 and 5090 GPUs Are Sold Out Everywhere
The initial release of Nvidia GeForce RTX 50-series graphics cards sold out within an hour of preorders going live. The RTX 5090 and RTX 5080 were the first to hit the market, followed by the RTX 5070 Ti in February. Similarly, prebuilt gaming PCs with these GPUs are either sold out, have increased in price, or are facing extended delivery delays.
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