Alienware Area-51 RTX 5090 Gaming PC: Save $500 Now

Earlier this year, Dell revitalized the iconic Alienware Area-51 lineup of prebuilt gaming PCs. Initially, configurations were limited to the RTX 5080 graphics card. However, Dell has expanded its options, now allowing you to equip your system with the Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 GPU—the most powerful graphics card available today. Excitingly, one of the two preconfigured systems is currently on sale.

Save $500 on 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 features an Intel Core Ultra 9 285K processor, 32GB of DDR5-6400MHz RAM, and a 2TB SSD. The Core Ultra 9 285K is Intel's latest flagship CPU, delivering exceptional performance for both gaming and workstation tasks. While it doesn't surpass the i9-14900K as much as hoped, it remains Intel's best all-around CPU. The system is cooled efficiently with a 360mm all-in-one liquid cooler and powered by a robust 1,500W Platinum power supply.

New for 2025: The Alienware Area-51 Chassis

Dell unveiled the new Alienware Area-51 gaming PC at CES 2025, featuring a chassis design that echoes the 2024 R16 model but with enhanced aesthetics and cooling. The I/O panel has been relocated to the top of the case, and the tempered glass now covers the entire side panel, eliminating side panel vents. Air intakes are now positioned at the bottom and front, promoting a positive airflow design for a cleaner interior. 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 pinnacle of consumer GPUs on the market. While Nvidia has focused on software enhancements, AI features, and DLSS 4 technology to boost gameplay, the RTX 5090 delivers a 25%-30% increase in raw raster performance compared to the RTX 4090. It also boasts 32GB of faster GDDR7 VRAM compared to the 4090's 24GB GDDR6. 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 taken the performance crown from the RTX 4090, albeit with a less significant generational leap than expected. For traditional, non-AI gaming, the uplift is modest. However, DLSS 4 offers substantial performance gains in supported games, though it relies heavily on AI-generated frames."

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