Dell has breathed new life into the iconic Alienware Area-51 lineup of prebuilt gaming PCs earlier this year. Initially, configurations were limited to the RTX 5080 graphics card. Now, gamers have the exciting option to upgrade to the Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 GPU, the most powerful graphics card available on the market. Even better, one of the two preconfigured systems is currently on sale, offering an unbeatable deal for performance enthusiasts.

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, thanks to a $500 instant discount. It's packed with an Intel Core Ultra 9 285K processor, 32GB of DDR5-6400MHz RAM, and a 2TB SSD. The Core Ultra 9 285K stands as Intel's latest flagship CPU, delivering exceptional performance for both gaming and professional workloads. While it doesn't surpass the performance jump we hoped for from the i9-14900K, it remains Intel's top-tier all-around CPU. The system is equipped with a robust 360mm all-in-one liquid cooler and a 1,500W Platinum power supply, ensuring optimal performance and stability.

New for 2025: The Alienware Area-51 Chassis

Dell introduced the revamped Alienware Area-51 gaming PC at CES 2025. The new chassis retains the aesthetic of the 2024 R16 system but features enhanced cooling and updated components. The I/O panel has been relocated to the top of the case, and the tempered glass now covers the entire side panel, eliminating the need for side vents. Air intakes are now positioned at the bottom and front, promoting a positive airflow design that reduces dust accumulation inside the system. The internals have been upgraded with a new motherboard, faster RAM, and a more powerful power supply, all tailored to support the latest generation of CPUs and GPUs.

The RTX 5090 Is the Most Powerful Graphics Card Ever

The Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 has solidified its status as the most powerful consumer GPU available. Nvidia's focus on software enhancements, AI features, and DLSS 4 technology has significantly boosted gameplay performance. The RTX 5090 offers a 25%-30% performance increase over the RTX 4090 in terms of raw raster performance. It also comes with more and faster memory—32GB of GDDR7 compared to the 4090's 24GB of GDDR6. Due to high demand, the RTX 5090 is scarce at retail prices and can be found on eBay for between $3,500 and $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 leap is less dramatic than in previous generations. For traditional non-AI gaming, the RTX 5090 offers a modest generational uplift. However, in games that leverage DLSS 4, the performance gains are substantial, albeit with 75% of the frames being AI-generated."

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