2025 Alienware Aurora 16, 16X Gaming Laptops Now Available

Alienware has recently unveiled its 2025 gaming laptop lineup, named the "Alienware Aurora," which marks a shift towards mainstream appeal. The first 16-inch models are now available for purchase at Dell. The more budget-friendly option, the Alienware Aurora 16, starts at $1,949.99 and is 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 is priced at $2,299.99, boasting an Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX CPU and a GeForce RTX 5070 GPU with a 115W TGP. Both models are slated to begin shipping in mid-June. Additionally, there's an option to upgrade to the RTX 5060 graphics, though these are currently on preorder without a confirmed shipping date as the RTX 5060 has yet to be released.

New Releases: Alienware Aurora 16 and 16X Gaming Laptops

New for 2025### Alienware Aurora 16X Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX RTX 5070 (115W) Gaming Laptop (32GB/2TB)

$2,249.99 at AlienwareNew for 2025### Alienware Aurora 16 Intel Core Ultra 9 270H RTX 5070 (85W) Gaming Laptop (16GB/1TB)

$1,949.99 at Alienware

The Alienware Aurora series diverges from the typical gamer-centric aesthetics of other Alienware models like the Area-51, opting instead for a sleek, minimalist design. These laptops resemble standard laptops with their slim profiles and minimalistic approach to RGB lighting, with the Aurora 16 featuring only white keyboard backlighting akin to Apple's MacBooks. Despite their unassuming exterior, both the Aurora 16 and 16X are powered by high-performance components and feature an advanced Cryo Chamber cooling system with dual fans and copper heat pipes. The Aurora 16 benefits from a thinner and lighter build, thanks to its lower-voltage Intel Core Ultra 9 CPU and an RTX 5070 GPU with a lower 85W TGP. In contrast, the Aurora 16X, slightly thicker and heavier, accommodates a more powerful Intel Core Ultra 9 HX series processor and an RTX 5070 GPU with a higher 115W TGP for enhanced performance.

Priced significantly lower than the Alienware Area-51, which starts over $3,000, these laptops offer a more affordable entry into high-performance gaming. They are also more portable, being up to 1.6 pounds lighter and 30% thinner than the Area-51 16-inch model. Given the anticipated upward trend in Nvidia GPU prices, as reported by Tom's Hardware, these prices are unlikely to decrease soon.

Gamers should go with the Alienware Aurora 16X model

For gamers seeking a powerful mobile desktop replacement, the Aurora 16X is the clear choice. For just $300 more, you gain substantial upgrades that justify the additional cost. Here's what you get with the Aurora 16X:

• A superior display with 2560x1600 resolution and a 240Hz G-Sync refresh rate, compared to the Aurora 16's 120Hz.
• A more potent CPU with the Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX versus the Intel Core Ultra 9 270H.
• An RTX 5070 GPU with a higher 115W TGP versus the 85W TGP on the Aurora 16.
• Double the RAM at 64GB and double the storage at 2TB.
• Enhanced build quality with metal top and bottom, as opposed to just a metal top.
• An RGB keyboard and Thunderbolt 4.0 connectivity.

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