Dell has recently revitalized the iconic Alienware Area-51 lineup of prebuilt gaming PCs, and now, you have the option to configure your system with the Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 GPU, the most powerful graphics card available today. Previously, the lineup was limited to the RTX 5080, but this upgrade opens up new possibilities for high-end gaming. Excitingly, one of the preconfigured systems is currently on sale, offering gamers a chance to snag top-tier hardware at a reduced price.

Save $500 Off the Alienware Area-51 RTX 5090 Gaming PC

Alienware Area-51 Intel Core Ultra 9 285K RTX 5090 Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)

$5,499.99 save 9%
$4,999.99 at Alienware

This Alienware Area-51 gaming PC configuration is now available for $4,999.99, thanks to a $500 instant discount. It's equipped with an Intel Core Ultra 9 285K processor, 32GB of DDR5-6400MHz RAM, and a 2TB SSD for storage. The Core Ultra 9 285K, Intel's latest flagship CPU, delivers exceptional performance for both workstation and gaming tasks. While it may not offer the significant performance boost we hoped for from the i9-14900K, it remains Intel's best all-around CPU. The system is cooled by a robust 360mm all-in-one liquid cooler and powered by a 1,500W Platinum power supply, ensuring stability and efficiency.

New for 2025: The Alienware Area-51 Chassis

Dell showcased the new Alienware Area-51 gaming PC at CES 2025. While the chassis design echoes the 2024 R16 system, it features aesthetic and cooling enhancements alongside updated internal 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 vents. Air intakes are now positioned at the bottom and front of the case, promoting a positive airflow design that helps keep the system dust-free. The internal components have been upgraded with a new motherboard, faster RAM, and a more powerful power supply to support the latest 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 on the market. Nvidia has focused on software updates, AI features, and DLSS 4 technology to enhance gameplay performance, yet the RTX 5090 still offers a 25%-30% increase in hardware-based raster performance over the RTX 4090. It also comes with more (32GB vs 24GB) and faster (GDDR7 vs GDDR6) VRAM. Due to high demand, the RTX 5090 is challenging to find at retail price, often selling for $3,500-$4,000 on eBay.

Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 FE Review by Jackie Thomas

"The Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 has officially taken the performance crown from the RTX 4090, though with a less dramatic leap than previous generations. In traditional non-AI gaming, the RTX 5090's generational uplift is modest. However, in games that support it, DLSS 4 delivers significant performance gains, albeit with 75% of the frames generated by AI."

More Alienware Prebuilt Gaming PC Deals

If you're also in the market for gaming laptops and monitors, 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)

$3,749.99 save 16%
$3,149.99 at Dell

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$5,499.99 save 9%
$4,999.99 at Alienware

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$2,399.99 at Alienware

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

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