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

Starting today, Dell is offering an incredible deal on the Alienware Aurora R16 gaming PC, now equipped with the cutting-edge GeForce RTX 5080 GPU for just $2,399.99 shipped. This is a standout price for an RTX 5080 equipped prebuilt system, especially in a market where prices for similar configurations have been on the rise since the RTX 50 series launch in January. At Dell, the only other prebuilt PC with an RTX 5080 GPU is priced over $4,000. For those considering a DIY build, good luck finding a standalone RTX 5080 GPU; you might end up spending as much on just the GPU as you would on this complete 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 packed with high-performance components, including an Intel Core Ultra 7 265F CPU, a GeForce RTX 5080 GPU, 16GB of DDR5-5200MHz RAM, and a 1TB NVMe SSD. The current-gen Intel Core Ultra 7 265F Meteor Lake CPU offers a max turbo frequency of 5.3GHz with 20 cores and a 30MB cache. It's cooled efficiently by a 240mm all-in-one liquid cooler, and the system is powered by a robust 1,000W 80PLUS Platinum power supply.

The RTX 5080 is part of Nvidia's new Blackwell series, which has been incredibly challenging to find. 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 a game-changer – its performance edge over the RTX 4080 is marginal, though DLSS 4 Multi-Frame Generation does enhance visuals in supported games. However, for gamers with older GPUs looking for a significant performance upgrade, the RTX 5080 is a compelling choice, especially if you're keen on 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's new-for-2025 Area-51 system is now available for pre-order at Dell. This configuration boasts an 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 formidable 1,500W 80PLUS Platinum power supply. Dell anticipates 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 design is an evolution of the 2024 R16 system, featuring minor aesthetic and cooling enhancements and updated components. The I/O panel is now at the top of the case rather than the front, and the tempered glass window covers the entire side panel for a sleek look. Air intakes are positioned at the bottom and front of the case to promote positive airflow, reducing dust accumulation. Internally, the system includes 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's GeForce RTX 50-series graphics cards sold out within an hour of preorders opening. The RTX 5090 and RTX 5080 were the first to be released, followed by the RTX 5070 Ti in February. Prebuilt gaming PCs featuring these GPUs have also been quick to sell out, with many systems now either out of stock, increased in price, or facing extended delivery delays.

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