Alienware Aurora R16 RTX 5080 Gaming PC Launched at $2,399

Starting today, Dell is offering a fantastic deal on the Alienware Aurora R16 gaming PC, which comes equipped with the cutting-edge GeForce RTX 5080 GPU for just $2,399.99, including shipping. This price point represents one of the best deals available for an RTX 5080-equipped prebuilt system, especially considering that prices for similar configurations from other brands have been on an upward trend since the RTX 50 series launched in January. At Dell, the next closest option for an RTX 5080 prebuilt will set you back over $4,000. If you're considering building your own PC, finding a standalone RTX 5080 GPU is a challenge, and you might end up spending as much on the GPU alone as you would on this entire system.

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 is a powerhouse, featuring an Intel Core Ultra 7 265F CPU, a GeForce RTX 5080 GPU, 16GB of DDR5-5200MHz RAM, and a speedy 1TB NVMe SSD. The Intel Core Ultra 7 265F Meteor Lake CPU boasts an impressive max turbo frequency of 5.3GHz, with 20 cores and a 30MB cache. It's cooled efficiently by a robust 240mm all-in-one liquid cooler, and the entire system is supported by a powerful 1,000W 80PLUS Platinum power supply.

The RTX 5080 is part of the new Blackwell series of graphics cards, which have been incredibly hard to find since their release. 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 might not be the best upgrade – it doesn't offer a significant performance boost over the RTX 4080, though DLSS 4 Multi-Frame Generation does enhance visuals in supported games. However, for those with older graphics cards looking for a substantial performance leap, the RTX 5080 is an excellent choice, particularly if you're keen on utilizing Nvidia’s AI enhancements."

New Release: Alienware Area-51 RTX 5080 PC

New for 2025

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 also launched its new-for-2025 Area-51 system, available for immediate order at Dell. This configuration features an upgraded Intel Core Ultra 9 285K processor, 64GB of RAM, and a 1TB M.2 SSD, all for $4,649.99 after an instant $400 discount. The CPU is cooled by a 360mm all-in-one liquid cooler, and the system is powered by a robust 1,500W 80PLUS Platinum power supply. Dell estimates delivery for this system 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 design is similar to the 2024 R16 model, featuring minor aesthetic and cooling updates along with refreshed components. The I/O panel has been repositioned to the top of the case, and the tempered glass window now covers the entire side panel, eliminating the need for side panel vents. Air intakes are now located at the bottom and front of the case, promoting a positive airflow design for 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 CPUs and RTX 50 series GPUs.

RTX 5080 and 5090 GPUs Are Sold Out Everywhere

The initial preorders for Nvidia GeForce RTX 50-series graphics cards sold out within the first hour, including the high-end RTX 5090 and RTX 5080, followed by the RTX 5070 Ti in February. Prebuilt gaming PCs featuring these GPUs have also faced similar shortages, with many systems either sold out, increased in price, or facing extended delivery delays.

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