Dell is currently offering one of the most competitive prices on an RTX 5080 equipped prebuilt desktop, the Alienware Aurora R16, starting at just $2,399.99 with shipping included. This price point makes it an attractive option for gamers seeking a high-performance system capable of delivering smooth 4K gaming experiences. However, an even more enticing deal has emerged, allowing you to upgrade to an Intel Core Ultra 9 CPU and double the memory for only an additional $100.

In today's market, securing an RTX 5080 GPU for a DIY build can be challenging and costly, often approaching the price of a complete prebuilt system. This makes the Alienware Aurora R16 an exceptional value, especially since most other prebuilt options come with significant markups.

Alienware Aurora R16 RTX 5080 Gaming PC for $2,400

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

$2,399.99 at Alienware

This configuration of the Alienware Aurora R16 comes equipped with an Intel Core Ultra 7 265F CPU, a GeForce RTX 5080 GPU, 16GB of DDR5-5200MHz RAM, and a 1TB NVMe SSD. The Intel Core Ultra 7 265F, a part of the Meteor Lake series, features a max turbo frequency of 5.3GHz, 20 cores, and a 30MB cache. The system is cooled efficiently with a 240mm all-in-one liquid cooler and is powered by a robust 1,000W 80PLUS Platinum power supply.

Better Deal: Upgrade to Core Ultra 9 and 2x RAM for $2,500

Alienware Aurora R16 Intel Core Ultra 9 285 RTX 5080 Gaming PC (32GB/1TB)

$2,899.99 save 14% $2,499.99 at Alienware

Dell has recently discounted an upgraded version of the Alienware Aurora R16 RTX 5080 gaming PC, making it an even better value despite the $100 increase in price. This upgraded model features an Intel Core Ultra 9 285 CPU and 32GB of DDR5-5200MHz RAM. The Core Ultra 9 285 offers a turbo frequency that's 300MHz higher and includes four additional cores compared to the Core Ultra 7 265F.

The GeForce RTX 5080 GPU will run any game in 4K

The RTX 5080 stands as the second-highest-end Blackwell graphics card, only surpassed by the $2,000 RTX 5090. In our Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 FE review, Jackie noted that "If you already have a high-end graphics card from the last couple of years, the Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 doesn’t offer a significant performance leap over the RTX 4080. However, the extra frames provided by DLSS 4 Multi-Frame Generation enhance gameplay in supported titles. For those with older graphics cards looking for a substantial performance upgrade, the RTX 5080 is a compelling choice, especially if you're keen on leveraging Nvidia's AI enhancements."

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