Alienware's latest flagship, the Area-51 gaming laptop, launched earlier this year as the successor to the m-series. It boasts a sleek redesign, cutting-edge components, and enhanced cooling. For the first time, both the 16" and 18" models, powered by the Intel Core Ultra 9 processor and GeForce RTX 5080 graphics, are discounted. Orders are set to ship in late May, so secure yours now to avoid delays.
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New ReleaseThe key distinction between the two Area-51 models lies in their displays: the 16" features a 2560x1600 240Hz IPS panel, while the 18" offers a 2560x1600 300Hz IPS panel. The larger 18" model includes a dedicated numpad and superior cooling. Both discounted setups come with an Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX CPU, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 GPU, 64GB DDR5-6400MHz RAM, and a 2TB SSD. The 64GB RAM is a standout upgrade, as these laptops typically ship with 32GB at this price.
The Area-51’s Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX CPU delivers a 5.4GHz max turbo frequency, 24 cores, and 40MB of L2 cache, making it the fastest laptop processor available, per Passmark, with a 7% edge over the AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX3D.
Tom’s Hardware reports the RTX 5080 mobile GPU outperforms its predecessor, the RTX 4080, by 15-20% and even surpasses the RTX 4090 by about 5%. Compared to the pricier RTX 5090, it lags by just 15% while costing nearly $1,000 less. Paired with the QHD+ (2560x1600) display, this GPU ensures high frame rates for new and upcoming games, especially with DLSS 4 support.
Launched in 2025, the Alienware Area-51 features a magnesium alloy chassis with advanced cooling to manage high-performance components. Upgraded with additional fans, larger vents, more copper, and a new thermal interface material, it supports up to 240W TDP without increased noise, according to Dell.
The Area-51’s design emphasizes smooth contours, rounded edges, and near-invisible hinges, moving away from the angular look of most laptops. It offers extensive RGB LED customization, true to Alienware’s style. Connectivity includes 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 is 9.6 pounds.
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