Alienware Area-51 Gaming Laptops Now on Sale for First Time

Alienware's latest flagship gaming laptop, the Alienware Area-51, made its debut earlier this year, replacing the m-series with a stunning array of upgrades. This powerhouse features a sleek redesign, the latest generation components, and enhanced cooling capabilities. For the first time, both the 16" and 18" models, boasting the cutting-edge Intel Core Ultra 9 processor and the formidable GeForce RTX 5080 graphics, are now on sale. Secure your reservation today to ensure delivery in late May and avoid any potential delays.

Save Up to $500 Off Alienware Area-51 Gaming Laptops

New Release### Alienware 16 Area-51 Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX RTX 5080 Gaming Laptop (64GB/2TB)

11$3,599.99 save 8%$3,299.99 at AlienwareNew Release### Alienware 18 Area-51 Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX RTX 5080 Gaming Laptop (64GB/2TB)

13$3,799.99 save 13%$3,299.99 at AlienwareThe primary distinction between the two Area-51 gaming laptops lies in their screens. The 16" model features a 2560x1600 resolution with a 240Hz IPS display, while the 18" model sports a 2560x1600 resolution with a 300Hz IPS display. The larger 18" model also includes a dedicated numpad and improved cooling. Both models are equipped with an Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX CPU, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 GPU, 64GB of DDR5-6400MHz RAM, and a 2TB SSD. The upgrade to 64GB of RAM is a significant enhancement, typically found in more expensive configurations.

This CPU / GPU Combo Excels in Any Game

The Area-51 is powered by the Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX, which boasts a max turbo frequency of 5.4GHz, 24 cores, and 40MB of L2 cache. According to Passmark, it's the fastest laptop processor available, leading the AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX3D by 7%. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 mobile GPU offers a 15%-20% performance increase over the RTX 4080 and is about 5% more powerful than the RTX 4090. It's also a better value than the pricier RTX 5090, trailing by only 15% despite a nearly $1,000 price difference. Given the QHD+ (2560x1600) display, this GPU is well-suited to run new and upcoming games at high frame rates, especially with the support of DLSS 4.

The Area-51: New Style, More Power, Better Cooling

The 2025 Alienware Area-51 features a magnesium alloy chassis and enhanced cooling designed to manage the latest high-performance components. This includes more fans, larger cutouts for improved airflow, increased use of copper, and a new thermal interface material for efficient heat dissipation. Dell claims the laptop can handle a power ceiling of up to 240W TDP without increased noise levels.

The design showcases smooth contours with rounded edges and soft corners, a departure from the typical squared-off look. The hinges are cleverly concealed for a seamless appearance. As expected from Alienware, customization options for RGB LED lighting abound. Connectivity includes three USB Type-A 3.2 15Gbps ports (one with PowerShare), two Thunderbolt / USB Type-C ports, an HDMI 2.1 port, and a card reader. The 16" model weighs 7.5 pounds, while the 18" model tips the scales at 9.6 pounds.

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New Release### Alienware 16 Area-51 Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX RTX 5080 Gaming Laptop (64GB/2TB)

11$3,599.99 save 8%$3,299.99 at AlienwareNew Release### Alienware 18 Area-51 Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX RTX 5080 Gaming Laptop (64GB/2TB)

13$3,799.99 save 13%$3,299.99 at Alienware### Alienware m16 R2 16" Intel Core Ultra 9 185H RTX 4060 Gaming Laptop

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