Earlier this month, Alienware unveiled its latest mainstream lineup of gaming laptops for 2025, named the "Alienware Aurora". The first 16" models are now available for purchase at Dell. The Alienware Aurora 16, which is the more budget-friendly option, comes equipped with an Intel Core Ultra Series 2 i9-270H CPU and a GeForce RTX 4050 GPU with an 85W TGP, priced at $1,949.99. On the higher end, the Alienware Aurora 16X boasts an Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX CPU and a GeForce RTX 5070 GPU with a 115W TGP, available for $2,299.99. These models are set to begin shipping in mid-June. Additionally, both the Aurora 16 and 16X can be upgraded to include RTX 5060 graphics, though these configurations are currently on preorder with no specific shipping date announced, as the RTX 5060 has not yet been released.
New Releases: Alienware Aurora 16 and 16X Gaming Laptops
New for 2025### Alienware Aurora 16X Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX RTX 5070 (115W) Gaming Laptop (32GB/2TB)
$2,249.99 at Alienware
New for 2025### Alienware Aurora 16 Intel Core Ultra 9 270H RTX 5070 (85W) Gaming Laptop (16GB/1TB)
$1,949.99 at Alienware
The new Alienware Aurora laptops feature a departure from the typical gamer aesthetics seen in other Alienware products, including the recently launched Area-51. These laptops adopt a more conventional yet sleek design, characterized by a thin profile and the omission of excessive RGB lighting. The Aurora 16, for example, only includes white keyboard backlighting, reminiscent of Apple MacBooks. Despite their understated appearance, both the Aurora 16 and 16X are powered by robust gaming components, including a Cryo Chamber dual fan and copper heatpipe cooling system. The Aurora 16 is designed to be slightly thinner and lighter, thanks to its efficient components like the low-voltage Intel Core Ultra 9 CPU and the RTX 5070 GPU with an 85W TGP. Conversely, the Aurora 16X, being slightly thicker and heavier, accommodates a more powerful cooling system to support the higher-performance Intel Core Ultra 9 HX series processor and the RTX 5070 GPU with a maximum 115W TGP.
These laptops are significantly more affordable than the new Alienware Area-51, which starts at over $3,000. They are also more portable, weighing up to 1.6 pounds less and being up to 30% thinner than a comparable Area-51 16" laptop. Given the current trends in Nvidia GPU pricing, as reported by Tom's Hardware, it's unlikely that the prices of these laptops will decrease significantly in the near future.
Gamers should go with the Alienware Aurora 16X model
For gamers seeking a powerful mobile desktop replacement, the Alienware Aurora 16X is the clear choice. With a $300 premium, you receive a significantly more powerful system along with several valuable upgrades. Here's a detailed breakdown of the enhancements:
- Superior Display: 2560x1600 resolution with a 240Hz refresh rate and G-Sync, compared to 2560x1600 at 120Hz.
- More Powerful CPU: Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX versus the Intel Core Ultra 9 270H.
- Higher GPU Power: RTX 5070 with a 115W TGP versus 85W TGP.
- Increased Memory: 64GB RAM versus 32GB RAM.
- Larger Storage: 2TB versus 1TB.
- Enhanced Build Quality: Metal top and bottom versus metal top only.
- RGB Keyboard: For customizable lighting.
- Thunderbolt 4.0: For faster data transfer and connectivity.
More Alienware Gaming Laptop Deals
If you're also in the market for gaming desktops and monitors, be sure to explore all the best Alienware deals of 2025.
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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### Alienware m16 R2 16" Intel Core Ultra 9 185H RTX 4060 Gaming Laptop
$1,699.99 at Alienware### Alienware m16 R2 16" Intel Core Ultra 9 185H RTX 4070 Gaming Laptop
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### Alienware x16 R2 16" Intel Core Ultra 9 185H RTX 4080 Gaming Laptop (32GB/1TB)
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### Dell G15 15" Intel Core i9-13900HX RTX 4060 Gaming Laptop (32GB/1TB)
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