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Cryo-chamber

NEW CRYO-CHAMBER​

Our new Cryo-Chamber structure elevates the rear of the laptop off the surface enabling high-volume airflow, all for the purpose of increasing performance and dampening acoustics.​

Cryo-tech

PERFORMANCE DRIVEN THERMALS​

Engineered for intensive gaming sessions, each Alienware Cryo-tech™ design efficiently transfers heat away from critical components via load-balancing heat pipes, vapor chambers and Element 31.

ELEMENT 31​

HEAT-DIMINISHING ELEMENT 31​

Alienware's unique, gallium-based Element 31 thermal interface material is used on Area-51 laptop CPUs or GPUs to prioritize performance by accelerating the dissipation of heat.​

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OPTIMIZED AIRFLOW​

Designed to intelligently manage thermal activity for maximum performance, every Alienware laptop is designed with an intentional array of air intakes and exhausts tested to deliver the performance you need.​

MATERIALS

PREMIUM MATERIALS​

Our latest Alienware laptops are designed with materials like anodized aluminum and magnesium alloy, providing structural rigidity and an optimized design built around performance.

COMFORT TO THE FOREFRONT​

COMFORT TO THE FOREFRONT

The new AW30 Industrial Design introduces comfortable palm rests and an easy-to-open lid. ​

HIGHLY-TACTILE KEYBOARD​

HIGHLY-TACTILE KEYBOARD

Experience the world’s first ultra-low-profile mechanical keyboard with 1.8mm key-travel and a 15 million keystroke lifecycle courtesy of our latest collaboration with Cherry as an optional upgrade.

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MORE BEAUTY, LESS BLUR​

Area-51 and Aurora laptops reduce visual blurring effects with VESA Clear Motion Ratio. Aurora 240Hz and 16 Area-51 laptops use CMR7000, and 18 Area-51 laptops boast CMR8000 for sharp visuals.​

Cryo-chamber

NEW CRYO-CHAMBER​

Our new Cryo-Chamber structure elevates the rear of the laptop off the surface enabling high-volume airflow, all for the purpose of increasing performance and dampening acoustics.​

Cryo-tech

PERFORMANCE DRIVEN THERMALS​

Engineered for intensive gaming sessions, each Alienware Cryo-tech™ design efficiently transfers heat away from critical components via load-balancing heat pipes, vapor chambers and Element 31.

ELEMENT 31​

HEAT-DIMINISHING ELEMENT 31​

Alienware's unique, gallium-based Element 31 thermal interface material is used on Area-51 laptop CPUs or GPUs to prioritize performance by accelerating the dissipation of heat.​

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OPTIMIZED AIRFLOW​

Designed to intelligently manage thermal activity for maximum performance, every Alienware laptop is designed with an intentional array of air intakes and exhausts tested to deliver the performance you need.​

MATERIALS

PREMIUM MATERIALS​

Our latest Alienware laptops are designed with materials like anodized aluminum and magnesium alloy, providing structural rigidity and an optimized design built around performance.

COMFORT TO THE FOREFRONT​

COMFORT TO THE FOREFRONT

The new AW30 Industrial Design introduces comfortable palm rests and an easy-to-open lid. ​

HIGHLY-TACTILE KEYBOARD​

HIGHLY-TACTILE KEYBOARD

Experience the world’s first ultra-low-profile mechanical keyboard with 1.8mm key-travel and a 15 million keystroke lifecycle courtesy of our latest collaboration with Cherry as an optional upgrade.

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MORE BEAUTY, LESS BLUR​

Area-51 and Aurora laptops reduce visual blurring effects with VESA Clear Motion Ratio. Aurora 240Hz and 16 Area-51 laptops use CMR7000, and 18 Area-51 laptops boast CMR8000 for sharp visuals.​

Alienware 16 Area-51 Gaming Laptop

Base model from $3,099.99
Price of the base configuration of this model
Key Features
Alienware’s most powerful 16" laptop
Updated thermal engineering increases airflow with reduced acoustics
Premium design includes Aurora-inspired lighting and anodized aluminum exterior
Customizable Specs
Processor
Up to Intel® Core™ Ultra 9 275HX
OS
Windows 11 Home or Windows 11 Pro
Graphics
Up to NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 5090
Memory (RAM)
Up to 64 GB
Storage
Up to 12 TB
Display
16"

Alienware 18 Area-51 Gaming Laptop

Base model from $3,199.99
Price of the base configuration of this model
Key Features
Alienware’s most powerful 18" laptop
Updated thermal engineering increases airflow with reduced acoustics
Premium design includes Aurora-inspired lighting and anodized aluminum exterior
Customizable Specs
Processor
Up to Intel® Core™ Ultra 9 275HX
OS
Windows 11 Home or Windows 11 Pro
Graphics
Up to NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 5090
Memory (RAM)
Up to 64 GB
Storage
Up to 12 TB
Display
18"

Alienware 16 Aurora Gaming Laptop

Base model from $1,149.99
Price of the base configuration of this model
Key Features
Essential gaming performance and features
Cryo-Chamber for focused airflow
Comfortable, efficient design
Customizable Specs
Processor
Up to Intel® Core™ 9-270H Series 2
OS
Windows 11 Home or Windows 11 Pro
Graphics
Up to NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 5070
Memory (RAM)
Up to 16 GB
Storage
Up to 1 TB

Alienware 16X Aurora Gaming Laptop

Base model from $1,949.99
Price of the base configuration of this model
Key Features
Optimized performance for gaming and more
Intentional design and efficient airflow
Bright, vibrant QHD+ display
Customizable Specs
Processor
Up to Intel® Core™ Ultra 9 275HX
OS
Windows 11 Home or Windows 11 Pro
Graphics
Up to NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 5070
Memory (RAM)
Up to 32 GB
Storage
Up to 2 TB

Alienware m16 R2 Gaming Laptop

Base model from $1,899.99
Price of the base configuration of this model
Key Features
15% smaller footprint than previous gen
Efficient cooling with Alienware Cryo-tech™
Stealth Mode when you need to focus
Customizable Specs
Processor
Up to Intel® Core™ Ultra 9 185H
OS
Windows 11 Home
Graphics
Up to NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 4060
Memory (RAM)
Up to 32 GB
Storage
Up to 1 TB
Display
16"

Alienware x16 R2 Gaming Laptop

Base model from $2,099.99
Price of the base configuration of this model
Key Features
Animated AlienFX lighting capabilities
Premium materials, full-metal chassis
6-speaker spatial sound
Customizable Specs
Processor
Up to Intel® Core™ Ultra 9 185H
OS
Windows 11 Home or Windows 11 Pro
Graphics
Up to NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 4090
Memory (RAM)
Up to 32 GB
Storage
Up to 8 TB
Display
16"

Alienware Gaming Laptops FAQs

When considering a gaming laptop, prioritize aspects like a powerful GPU (Graphics Processing Unit), high-refresh-rate display, more RAM that can boost system responsiveness, newer generation CPU, fast SSD storage, effective cooling systems, and a sturdy build for durability.

Good specifications for a gaming laptop include a high-performance GPU (such as NVIDIA GeForce RTX), a powerful CPU (like Intel Ultra 9), at least 16GB of RAM, a fast SSD (NVMe preferably), and a high-refresh-rate display.

Alienware laptops often use high-performance graphics cards from NVIDIA, such as GeForce RTX series GPUs. Offering users powerful gaming experiences with excellent graphics rendering and performance.

Alienware gaming laptops feature strategically placed vents and fans that facilitate efficient airflow. The design allows cool air to enter and hot air to exit, ensuring proper heat dissipation and maintaining optimal operating temperatures for components.

Alienware Cryo-tech is an advanced cooling technology used in Alienware laptops. It may comprise various cooling components like advanced heat pipes, vapor chambers, and high-quality fans designed to efficiently dissipate heat, ensuring optimal performance during intensive gaming sessions.

Alienware Command Center is a proprietary software application developed for its Alienware line of gaming computers, displays, and peripherals. This software provides users with a centralized hub for customizing and optimizing their system's performance, as well as controlling various features of their Alienware hardware, including AlienFX RGB lighting and settings per game.

You can locate the dimensions and weight details in the ‘Tech Specs’ or ‘Dimensions & Weight’ sections on each laptop’s product page.

If you need a portable gaming laptop, the Alienware Aurora gaming laptops are a top pick. These 16-inch models are compact with power to play your favorite games.