Alienware's latest flagship gaming laptop, the Alienware Area-51, was released earlier this year, marking a significant upgrade from the m-series. This new model boasts a sleek redesign, cutting-edge components, and enhanced cooling capabilities. For the first time, both the 16" and 18" models, powered by the latest Intel Core Ultra 9 processor and the powerful GeForce RTX 5080 graphics, are available at a discount. Act fast to secure your order, as shipments are scheduled for late May.
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New Release### Alienware 16 Area-51 Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX RTX 5080 Gaming Laptop (64GB/2TB)
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New Release### Alienware 18 Area-51 Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX RTX 5080 Gaming Laptop (32GB/1TB)
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The primary distinction between the two Area-51 gaming laptops lies in their screen sizes and features. The 16" model features a 2560x1600 resolution with a 240Hz IPS display, while the 18" model offers a 2560x1600 resolution with a 300Hz IPS display. The larger 18" model also includes a dedicated numpad and improved cooling. Both discounted versions come equipped with an Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX CPU, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 GPU, and a 2TB SSD. The 16" model stands out with 64GB of DDR5-6400MHz RAM, a significant upgrade from the typical 32GB at this price point.
This CPU / GPU Combo Excels in Any Game
The Area-51 laptop is powered by the formidable Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX, which achieves a max turbo frequency of 5.4GHz with 24 cores and 40MB of L2 cache. According to Passmark, this processor leads the market, outperforming the AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX3D by 7%.
Tom's Hardware reports that the RTX 5080 mobile GPU offers a 15%-20% performance boost over the RTX 4080 and is about 5% more powerful than the RTX 4090. It also presents a better value than the pricier RTX 5090, with only a 15% performance gap despite being nearly $1,000 less expensive. With the QHD+ (2560x1600) display on the Alienware Area-51, the RTX 5080 should deliver high framerates in new and upcoming games, especially with DLSS 4 support.
The Area-51: New Style, More Power, Better Cooling
The 2025 Alienware Area-51 gaming laptop features a magnesium alloy chassis and upgraded cooling to manage the heat from its high-performance components. Enhancements include additional fans, larger cutouts for better airflow, increased copper usage, 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 increasing noise levels.
The design of the Area-51 emphasizes smooth contours with rounded edges and soft corners, moving away from the typical squared-off look. The hinges are mostly internal, making them nearly invisible. As expected from Alienware, there are numerous 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 weighs 9.6 pounds.
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New Release### Alienware 16 Area-51 Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX RTX 5080 Gaming Laptop (64GB/2TB)
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