Alienware has unveiled its latest flagship gaming laptop, the Alienware Area-51, which hit the market earlier this year. This new model supersedes the m-series with a host of enhancements, including a sleeker design, up-to-date components, and enhanced cooling capabilities. For the first time, both the 16" and 18" versions, featuring the cutting-edge Intel Core Ultra 9 processor and the powerful GeForce RTX 5080 graphics card, are available for purchase. Act quickly to reserve yours, as orders are set to ship in late May to avoid any further delays.
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 Alienware
New 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 boasts a 2560x1600 240Hz IPS display, while the 18" model offers a 2560x1600 300Hz IPS display. The larger 18" model not only provides a bigger screen but also includes a dedicated numpad and superior cooling. Both discounted models come equipped with an Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX CPU, an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 GPU, 64GB of DDR5-6400MHz RAM, and a 2TB SSD. The 64GB of RAM marks a significant upgrade, as these laptops typically come with 32GB at this price point.
The Area-51 laptop is powered by a robust CPU, the Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX, which achieves a maximum turbo frequency of 5.4GHz and includes 24 cores and a 40MB L2 cache. According to Passmark, this processor leads the market as the fastest laptop CPU, boasting a 7% performance edge over the AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX3D.
Tom's Hardware reports that the RTX 5080 mobile GPU outperforms the RTX 4080 mobile GPU by 15%-20%. It also surpasses the RTX 4090, the previous generation's flagship, by about 5%. The RTX 5080 offers better value compared to the pricier RTX 5090, being only 15% less powerful yet nearly $1,000 cheaper. With the Alienware Area-51's QHD+ (2560x1600) display, this GPU is well-equipped to handle new and upcoming games at high frame rates, particularly with the support of DLSS 4.
For 2025, the Alienware Area-51 gaming laptop features a magnesium alloy chassis with upgraded cooling to manage the heat from the latest high-performance components. This includes additional fans, larger vents for improved airflow, increased copper usage, and a new thermal interface material to enhance heat dissipation. Dell asserts that the laptop can handle a higher power ceiling of up to 240W TDP without increasing noise levels.
Design-wise, the Area-51 showcases smooth contours with rounded edges and soft corners, a departure from the typical squared-off laptop design. The hinges are cleverly positioned internally to remain almost invisible. As expected from an Alienware product, there are ample options for RGB LED customization. Connectivity options include 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 is heavier 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
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