Alienware Aurora R16 with RTX 5080 GPU: Save $400 Now!

Dell is currently offering one of the best prices on a prebuilt desktop computer equipped with an RTX 5080. You can get the Alienware Aurora R16 RTX 5080 gaming PC for as low as $2,399.99, including shipping. This price point is quite attractive for a well-engineered, warrantied system capable of delivering high frame rates at 4K resolution. However, an even more compelling deal has emerged. For just $100 more, you can upgrade this configuration to include an Intel Core Ultra 9 CPU and double the memory to 32GB.

In today's market, opting for a prebuilt gaming PC is the most cost-effective way to get your hands on an RTX 5080 GPU without facing exorbitant markups. Attempting to purchase this GPU for a DIY build would likely cost nearly as much as the entire prebuilt system. While many prebuilt systems are also marked up, this Alienware Aurora R16 stands out as an exception.

Alienware Aurora R16 RTX 5080 Gaming PC for $2,400

Alienware Aurora R16 Intel Core Ultra 7 265F RTX 5080 Gaming PC (16GB/1TB)

Priced at $2,399.99 at Alienware, this configuration of the Alienware Aurora R16 comes with an Intel Core Ultra 7 265F CPU, a GeForce RTX 5080 GPU, 16GB of DDR5-5200MHz RAM, and a 1TB NVMe SSD. The Intel Core Ultra 7 265F Meteor Lake CPU features a max turbo frequency of 5.3GHz, 20 cores, and a 30MB cache. The system is cooled by a robust 240mm all-in-one liquid cooler and powered by a 1,000W 80PLUS Platinum power supply.

Better Deal: Upgrade to Core Ultra 9 and 2x RAM for $2,500

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

Now discounted to $2,499.99 from $2,899.99 at Alienware, this upgraded version of the Alienware Aurora R16 RTX 5080 gaming PC is a better deal despite the $100 increase. It features an Intel Core Ultra 9 285 CPU and 32GB of DDR5-5200MHz RAM. The Core Ultra 9 285 CPU offers a 300MHz faster turbo frequency and four additional cores compared to the Intel Core Ultra 7 265F.

The GeForce RTX 5080 GPU will run any game in 4K

The RTX 5080 is the second highest-end Blackwell graphics card available, just behind the $2,000 RTX 5090. In our Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 FE review, Jackie notes, "If you already have a high-end graphics card from the last couple of years, the Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 doesn’t offer a significant performance leap over the RTX 4080. However, the additional frames from DLSS 4 Multi-Frame Generation do enhance the visual experience in supported games. For gamers with older graphics cards seeking a substantial performance boost, the RTX 5080 is a fantastic choice, especially if you're comfortable with Nvidia’s AI enhancements."

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