Dell has recently revitalized its iconic Alienware Area-51 line of prebuilt gaming PCs, and there's exciting news for enthusiasts. Previously limited to just the RTX 5080, you can now opt for the powerhouse Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 GPU, currently the most formidable graphics card available. Even better, one of the preconfigured systems is currently on sale, offering a fantastic opportunity to grab top-tier gaming hardware at a discount.

Save $500 Off the Alienware Area-51 RTX 5090 Gaming PC

New Release### Alienware Area-51 Intel Core Ultra 9 285K RTX 5090 Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)

12$5,499.99 save 9%$4,999.99 at AlienwareThis Alienware Area-51 gaming PC configuration is now available for $4,999.99 after a generous $500 instant discount. It's packed with an Intel Core Ultra 9 285K processor, 32GB of high-speed DDR5-6400MHz RAM, and a spacious 2TB SSD for storage. The Core Ultra 9 285K represents Intel's latest flagship CPU, delivering exceptional performance for both gaming and workstation tasks. While it doesn't provide the massive leap we hoped for over the i9-14900K, it remains Intel's top all-around CPU. The system's cooling is handled by a robust 360mm all-in-one liquid cooler, and it's powered by a 1,500W Platinum power supply, ensuring stable performance under heavy loads.

New for 2025: The Alienware Area-51 Chassis

Dell unveiled the revamped Alienware Area-51 gaming PC at CES 2025. The new chassis retains a similar look to the 2024 R16 model but features significant aesthetic and cooling upgrades along with updated components. The I/O panel has been relocated to the top of the case for better accessibility, and the tempered glass window now covers the entire side panel, enhancing the view of your high-end components. Air intakes are now at the bottom and front of the case, promoting a positive airflow design that helps keep the interior less dusty. The internals have been refreshed with a new motherboard, faster RAM, and a more powerful power supply, optimized for the latest CPUs and GPUs.

The RTX 5090 Is the Most Powerful Graphics Card Ever

The Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 stands as the most potent consumer GPU on the market today. While Nvidia has focused on enhancing software, AI capabilities, and DLSS 4 technology, the RTX 5090 still delivers a significant 25%-30% performance boost over the RTX 4090 in terms of raw raster performance. Additionally, it comes with more (32GB vs 24GB) and faster (GDDR7 vs GDDR6) VRAM. Due to its high demand, finding the RTX 5090 at its retail price is challenging, with prices on eBay ranging from $3,500 to $4,000.

Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 FE Review by Jackie Thomas**

"The Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 has officially surpassed the RTX 4090 in performance, though the generational improvement is less dramatic than in the past. In traditional, non-AI gaming scenarios, the RTX 5090 shows one of the smallest performance gains we've seen recently. However, for games that leverage DLSS 4, the performance boost is substantial – albeit with 75% of the frames generated by AI."

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### Alienware Aurora R16 Intel Core Ultra 9 285K RTX 4090 Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)

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