Dell has revitalized the iconic Alienware Area-51 lineup of prebuilt gaming PCs earlier this year. Initially limited to a single graphics card option—the RTX 5080—the lineup has now expanded to include the powerhouse Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 GPU, the most formidable graphics card currently available on the market. Excitingly, one of the preconfigured systems featuring this top-tier GPU is currently on sale, offering gamers an unbeatable opportunity to elevate their gaming setup.
Save $500 Off the Alienware Area-51 RTX 5090 Gaming PC
New Release### Alienware Area-51 Intel Core Ultra 9 285K RTX 5090 Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)
12$5,499.99 save 9%$4,999.99 at AlienwareThis Alienware Area-51 gaming PC configuration is now available for just $4,999.99, thanks to a $500 instant discount. It boasts an Intel Core Ultra 9 285K processor, 32GB of DDR5-6400MHz RAM, and 2TB SSD storage. The Core Ultra 9 285K, Intel's latest flagship CPU, delivers exceptional performance for both workstations and gaming. While it may not provide the substantial uplift we hoped for over the i9-14900K, it remains Intel's best all-around CPU. The system is equipped with a robust 360mm all-in-one liquid cooler and a 1,500W Platinum power supply to ensure optimal performance.
New for 2025: The Alienware Area-51 Chassis
Dell unveiled the revamped Alienware Area-51 gaming PC at CES 2025. The new chassis retains the aesthetic of the 2024 R16 system but introduces significant cooling and component upgrades. The I/O panel is now located at the top of the case, and the tempered glass window covers the entire side panel, eliminating the need for side panel vents. Air intakes are positioned at the bottom and front of the case, promoting a positive airflow design that results in a cleaner interior. The internal components have been updated with a new motherboard, faster RAM, and a more powerful power supply to support the latest generation of CPUs and GPUs.
The RTX 5090 Is the Most Powerful Graphics Card Ever
The Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 has emerged as the most powerful consumer GPU available. Nvidia's focus on software updates, AI features, and DLSS 4 technology significantly enhances gameplay performance. In terms of raw hardware-based raster performance, the RTX 5090 offers a 25%-30% improvement over the RTX 4090. It also features more (32GB vs 24GB) and faster (GDDR7 vs GDDR6) VRAM. Due to its high demand, the RTX 5090 is scarce at retail prices, often selling for $3,500-$4000 on eBay.
Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 FE Review by Jackie Thomas**
"The Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 has officially surpassed the RTX 4090 in performance, albeit with a less significant generational leap than we've seen in the past. For traditional non-AI gaming, the RTX 5090's performance increase is modest. However, when DLSS 4 is utilized in compatible games, the performance gains are substantial—although 75% of the frames are AI-generated."
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