For elite-tier PC gaming performance, Dell's flagship Alienware Area-51 gaming rig with NVIDIA's GeForce RTX 5090 graphics card hits its lowest price ever during Memorial Day sales. Normally priced at $5,499.99, this powerhouse now costs just $4,899.99 with a $600 instant discount and free shipping. The RTX 5090 alone typically retails above $3,000 – making this prebuilt system an outstanding value proposition.
Memorial Day Special: Alienware Area-51 RTX 5090 Gaming Desktop

Latest Release
Alienware Area-51 Intel Core Ultra 9 285K RTX 5090 Gaming PC (32GB DDR5/2TB SSD)
$5,499.99 | Save 11% ($600) | Now $4,899.99 at Alienware
This configured Area-51 gaming PC delivers cutting-edge specs: Intel's flagship Core Ultra 9 285K processor, 32GB DDR5-6400MHz memory, and 2TB SSD storage. While not a massive leap from the i9-14900K, Intel's latest CPU excels in both gaming and productivity tasks. The system features industrial-grade cooling with a 360mm liquid cooler and reliable 1,500W Platinum power supply.
2025 Redesign: Alienware Area-51 Chassis Evolution
Debuted at CES 2025, the Area-51's refreshed chassis builds upon its R16 predecessor with improved thermals and modern aesthetics. Key upgrades include top-mounted I/O placement, full tempered glass side panel, and revised airflow design featuring bottom/front intakes instead of side vents. The positive pressure system reduces dust accumulation while upgraded internals support next-gen CPUs and GPUs.
NVIDIA RTX 5090: The Undisputed GPU Champion
NVIDIA's GeForce RTX 5090 sets new benchmarks in consumer graphics performance. While emphasizing AI enhancements through DLSS 4, it still delivers 25-30% better raw performance than the RTX 4090. With 32GB of cutting-edge GDDR7 VRAM (versus 24GB GDDR6 on the 4090), this GPU remains scarce at MSRP, often selling for $3,500-$4,000 in secondary markets.
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Founders Edition Review by Jackie Thomas
"While the RTX 5090 claims the performance crown, its traditional gaming uplift proves more modest than previous generations. The real game-changer remains DLSS 4 – delivering transformative frame rates in supported titles, though with heavier reliance on AI-generated frames."
Additional Alienware Gaming PC Offers

Alienware Aurora R16 Intel Core Ultra 7 265F RTX 5080 Gaming PC (16GB/1TB)
$2,349.99 at Alienware

Alienware Aurora R16 Intel Core Ultra 9 285K RTX 5080 Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)
$3,099.99 | Save 13% ($400) | Now $2,699.99 at Alienware
Latest Release
Alienware Area-51 Intel Core Ultra 9 285K RTX 5090 Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)
$5,499.99 | Save 11% ($600) | Now $4,899.99 at Alienware

Alienware Aurora R16 Intel Core Ultra 7 265F RTX 5070 Gaming PC
$1,849.99 at Alienware

Alienware Aurora R16 Intel Core Ultra 9 285KF RTX 5070 Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)
$2,599.99 | Save 15% ($400) | Now $2,199.99 at Alienware
2025 New Release
Alienware Area-51 Intel Core Ultra 7 265 RTX 5080 Gaming PC (32GB/1TB)
$3,749.99 | Save 8% ($300) | Now $3,449.99 at Alienware

Alienware Aurora R16 Intel Core Ultra 9 285K RTX 5080 Gaming PC (64GB/2TB)
$3,299.99 | Save 14% ($450) | Now $2,849.99 at Alienware

Alienware Aurora R16 Intel Core Ultra 9 285K RTX 5080 Gaming PC (64GB/4TB)
$3,699.99 | Save 15% ($550) | Now $3,149.99 at Alienware
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