Dell has reignited the excitement of gamers everywhere with the return of the iconic Alienware Area-51 gaming laptop, first announced at CES 2025. As of today, you can finally place your order for this powerhouse of a machine, available in two sizes: the 16" model, starting at $3,199.99, and the 18" model, starting at $3,399.99. True to Alienware's flagship status, the Area-51 is packed with cutting-edge components, including the latest Intel Core Ultra 9 CPU and NVIDIA Blackwell GPU. To ensure you don't miss out, place your order now as shipments are slated to begin on April 30.

The Alienware Area-51 Gaming Laptop Is Now Available

New Release### Alienware 16 Area-51 Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX RTX 5080 Gaming Laptop

0$3,199.99 at AlienwareNew Release### Alienware 18 Area-51 Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX RTX 5080 Gaming Laptop

0$3,399.99 at Alienware

Both the 16" and 18" models of the Area-51 come equipped with a singular, yet formidable configuration: the Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX CPU paired with the Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 GPU. The Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX, with its impressive max turbo frequency of 5.4GHz, 24 cores, and 40MB total L2 cache, is currently the fastest laptop processor available, boasting a 7% performance lead over the AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX3D according to Passmark. Coupled with the Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080, which according to VideoCardz.com is 16% more powerful than the RTX 4080 in preliminary 3DMark Time Spy benchmarks, this setup is designed to deliver unparalleled gaming performance, enhanced further by DLSS 4.0 compatibility, ensuring you can enjoy top-tier games at high framerates on the QHD+ display.

The base configurations also feature a choice between a 16" or 18" QHD+ display, with refresh rates ranging from 240Hz to 300Hz and G-Sync certification, 32GB of DDR5-6400MHz RAM, and a 1TB M.2 SSD. For those looking to push the limits further, upgrade options to 64GB RAM and a 2TB SSD are available.

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

In 2025, the Alienware Area-51 introduces a sleek magnesium alloy chassis, designed not just for aesthetics but also for enhanced cooling capabilities to manage the heat from its powerful components. This includes an increased number of fans, larger cutouts for better airflow, more extensive use of copper, and a new thermal interface material that efficiently dissipates heat. Dell boasts that the laptop can handle a TDP of up to 240W without compromising on noise levels.

The design of the Area-51 has been refined with smoother contours, featuring rounded edges and soft corners, a stark contrast to the more angular designs of traditional laptops. The hinges are cleverly concealed, enhancing the laptop's sleek look. As expected from Alienware, there are ample options for customizing RGB LED lighting. On the connectivity front, the laptop is well-equipped with 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 tips the scales at 7.5 pounds, while the 18" model comes in at 9.6 pounds.

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