Dell is currently offering one of the best deals on an RTX 5080 equipped prebuilt desktop, the Alienware Aurora R16 RTX 5080 gaming PC, for as low as $2,399.99 shipped. This is an exceptional value for a high-quality, warrantied system capable of delivering smooth 4K gaming at high frame rates. Even better, you can upgrade to a configuration with an Intel Core Ultra 9 CPU and double the memory for just $100 more, making it an even more compelling option.
In today's market, opting for a prebuilt gaming PC is the most cost-effective way to get your hands on an RTX 5080 GPU without facing exorbitant markups. Attempting to source a 5080 GPU for a DIY build could cost nearly as much as purchasing a complete prebuilt system. While many prebuilt systems carry a premium, this Alienware deal stands out as a notable exception.
Available for $2,399.99 at Alienware, this Alienware Aurora R16 gaming PC comes with an Intel Core Ultra 7 265F CPU, a GeForce RTX 5080 GPU, 16GB of DDR5-5200MHz RAM, and a 1TB NVMe SSD. The current-generation Intel Core Ultra 7 265F Meteor Lake CPU features a max turbo frequency of 5.3GHz, 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.
For just $2,499.99, Dell has discounted an upgraded version of the Alienware Aurora R16 RTX 5080 gaming PC, offering a better deal despite the $100 increase. This configuration includes an Intel Core Ultra 9 285 CPU and 32GB of DDR5-5200MHz RAM. The Core Ultra 9 285 CPU provides a turbo frequency that's 300MHz higher and has 4 more cores than the Intel Core Ultra 7 265F.
The RTX 5080 stands as the second highest-end Blackwell graphics card, only outclassed by the $2,000 RTX 5090. 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 doesn’t make a lot of sense – it just doesn’t have much of a performance lead over the RTX 4080, though the extra frames from DLSS 4 Multi-Frame Generation do make things look better in games that support it. However, for gamers with an older graphics card who want a significant performance boost, the RTX 5080 absolutely provides – doubly so if you’re comfortable with Nvidia’s AI goodies."
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