Alienware Aurora 16 & 16X gaming laptops launch today


New Releases: Alienware Aurora 16 and 16X Gaming Laptops
Alienware recently unveiled its 2025 mainstream gaming laptop series with the Aurora lineup. The new models mark a departure from traditional gaming aesthetics, adopting a sleek professional design while packing serious gaming performance. Currently available through Dell, the first 16-inch configurations are set to begin shipping mid-June.
Alienware Aurora 16X Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX RTX 5070 (115W) Gaming Laptop (32GB/2TB)
$2,249.99 at Alienware

Alienware Aurora 16 Intel Core Ultra 9 270H RTX 5070 (85W) Gaming Laptop (16GB/1TB)
$1,949.99 at Alienware
The Aurora series features:
- Minimalist design without excessive RGB lighting
- White backlit keyboard (MacBook-style illumination)
- Cryo Chamber dual-fan cooling with copper heat pipes
- More portable than Alienware's Area-51 models (30% thinner and 1.6 lbs lighter)
The baseline Aurora 16 configuration uses power-efficient components including an Ultra 9 270H processor and 85W TGP RTX 5070 graphics. Its premium counterpart, the Aurora 16X, houses a more powerful Ultra 9 275HX CPU and full-power 115W RTX 5070 GPU in a slightly thicker chassis with enhanced cooling.
Which Model Should You Choose?
For serious gamers, the Aurora 16X delivers significantly better value at just $300 more:
| Feature | Aurora 16X | Aurora 16 |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 2560x1600 240Hz G-Sync | 2560x1600 120Hz |
| Processor | Ultra 9 275HX | Ultra 9 270H |
| GPU TDP | 115W RTX 5070 | 85W RTX 5070 |
| Memory/Storage | 32GB/2TB | 16GB/1TB |
Both models offer optional RTX 5060 configurations, though these remain on preorder status pending Nvidia's official release.
Current Alienware Gaming Deals

Alienware 16 Area-51 Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX RTX 5080 (64GB/2TB)
$3,299.99 (8% off $3,599.99)

Alienware 18 Area-51 Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX RTX 5080 (32GB/1TB)
$3,199.99 (6% off $3,399.99)

Alienware m16 R2 Ultra 9 185H RTX 4070
$1,999.99