2025 Alienware Aurora 16, 16X Gaming Laptops Now Available

Earlier this month, Alienware unveiled its latest mainstream gaming laptop lineup for 2025, aptly named the "Alienware Aurora." The initial 16-inch models are now available for purchase directly from Dell. The Alienware Aurora 16, priced at $1,949.99, is the more budget-friendly option, equipped with an Intel Core Ultra Series 2 i9-270H CPU and a GeForce RTX 4050 GPU with an 85W TGP. On the higher end, the Alienware Aurora 16X, which comes with an Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX CPU and a GeForce RTX 5070 GPU with a 115W TGP, is priced at $2,299.99. Both models are slated to begin shipping in mid-June. Additionally, both laptops can be configured with the RTX 5060 graphics, though these options are currently on preorder due to the RTX 5060's upcoming release.

New Releases: Alienware Aurora 16 and 16X Gaming Laptops

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$1,949.99 at Alienware

The new Alienware Aurora laptops break from the traditional gamer aesthetics seen in other Alienware models, such as the recently launched Area-51. These laptops boast a more understated, sleek design, resembling standard laptops with a thin profile and minimal RGB lighting. The Aurora 16, for instance, features only white keyboard backlighting akin to that of Apple MacBooks. Despite their unassuming exteriors, both the Aurora 16 and 16X are powered by high-performance components and feature a robust Cryo Chamber dual fan and copper heatpipe cooling system. The Aurora 16, being slightly thinner and lighter, uses more efficient components like a low-voltage Intel Core Ultra 9 CPU and an RTX 5070 GPU with an 85W TGP. In contrast, the Aurora 16X, which is slightly thicker and heavier, accommodates more powerful cooling to support its higher-performance Intel Core Ultra 9 HX series processor and an RTX 5070 GPU with a 115W TGP.

Compared to the new Alienware Area-51 laptop, which starts at over $3,000, the Aurora models are significantly more affordable. They are also more portable, weighing up to 1.6 pounds less and being up to 30% thinner than a comparable Area-51 16-inch laptop. Given the current trends in Nvidia GPU pricing, as reported by Tom's Hardware, significant price drops are not anticipated 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. For just an additional $300, you gain a significantly more powerful laptop with several key upgrades that justify the price difference. Here's a breakdown of the enhancements:

• Better 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 Intel Core Ultra 9 270H.
• Higher TGP rating for RTX 5070: 115W TGP versus 85W TGP.
• Double the RAM: 64GB versus 32GB.
• Double the storage: 2TB versus 1TB.
• Better material: Metal top and bottom versus metal top only.
• RGB keyboard: Enhanced customization options.
• Thunderbolt 4.0: For faster data transfer and connectivity.

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