Earlier this year, Dell revitalized the iconic Alienware Area-51 lineup of prebuilt gaming PCs. Initially, the only graphics card option available was the RTX 5080. Now, enthusiasts have the exciting opportunity to configure their systems with the Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 GPU, currently the most powerful graphics card on the market. Even better, one of the two preconfigured systems is currently on sale, offering significant savings.
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 $500 instant discount. It boasts an Intel Core Ultra 9 285K processor, 32GB of DDR5-6400MHz RAM, and 2TB SSD storage. The Core Ultra 9 285K, Intel's latest flagship CPU, delivers outstanding performance for both gaming and professional workloads. While it doesn't quite match the performance leap we hoped for from the i9-14900K, it remains Intel's top all-around CPU. The system is equipped with a robust 360mm all-in-one liquid cooler and a 1,500W Platinum power supply.
New for 2025: The Alienware Area-51 Chassis
Dell introduced the updated Alienware Area-51 gaming PC at CES 2025. The new chassis retains a similar look to the 2024 R16 model but features aesthetic enhancements, improved cooling, and updated components. The I/O panel has been relocated to the top of the case, and the tempered glass window now covers the entire side panel, eliminating the need for side panel vents. Air intakes are now located at the bottom and front of the case, promoting a positive airflow design that helps keep the interior less dusty. Internally, the system has been upgraded with a new motherboard, faster RAM, and a more powerful power supply to support the latest generation of CPUs and GPUs.
The RTX 5090 Is the Most Powerful Graphics Card Ever
The Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 stands as the most powerful consumer GPU available. While Nvidia has focused on enhancing software updates, AI features, and DLSS 4 technology to boost gameplay performance, the RTX 5090 still offers a 25%-30% increase in hardware-based raster performance over the RTX 4090. Additionally, it comes with more (32GB vs 24GB) and faster (GDDR7 vs GDDR6) VRAM. Due to high demand, the RTX 5090 is hard to find at its retail price and is currently fetching $3,500-$4,000 on eBay.
Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 FE Review by Jackie Thomas**
"The Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 has officially surpassed the RTX 4090 in performance, albeit with a smaller generational leap than we've seen before. For traditional non-AI gaming, the RTX 5090's performance increase is modest. However, in games that support DLSS 4, the performance gains are substantial, though 75% of the frames are AI-generated."
More Alienware Prebuilt Gaming PC Deals
If you're in the market for gaming laptops and monitors as well, be sure to explore all the best Alienware deals of 2025.
### Alienware Aurora R16 Intel Core Ultra 9 285K RTX 4090 Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)
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