Alienware Slashes RTX 5080 PC Prices for Memorial Day

During the Dell Memorial Day Sale, Alienware is offering highly competitive prices on RTX 5080 equipped gaming PCs. You can now purchase an Alienware Aurora R16 RTX 5080 gaming PC starting at just $2,349.99, shipped. This price point is exceptional for a meticulously designed and warrantied system that delivers top-notch performance for 4K gaming at high frame rates. In today's market, opting for a prebuilt gaming PC is the most cost-effective way to secure an RTX 5080 GPU, avoiding the steep markups associated with standalone GPU purchases. Attempting to source an RTX 5080 for a DIY build could cost nearly as much as buying a complete system.

Alienware Aurora R16 RTX 5080 Gaming PC From $2,350

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

31$2,349.99 at Alienware

Alienware Aurora R16 Intel Core Ultra 9 285K RTX 5080 Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)

5$3,099.99 save 13%$2,699.99 at Alienware

Alienware Aurora R16 Intel Core Ultra 9 285K RTX 5080 Gaming PC (64GB/2TB)

0$3,299.99 save 14%$2,849.99 at Alienware

Alienware Aurora R16 Intel Core Ultra 9 285K RTX 5080 Gaming PC (64GB/4TB)

1$3,699.99 save 15%$3,149.99 at Alienware

The Alienware Aurora R16 models are available in a range of configurations, starting at $2,349.99 and topping out at $3,149.99. Each step up in price offers either a CPU upgrade or enhancements in RAM and storage:

• $2,349.99 - Intel Core Ultra 7 265F, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD
• $2,699.99 - Intel Core Ultra 9 285K, 32GB RAM, 2TB SSD
• $2,849.99 - Intel Core Ultra 9 285K, 64GB RAM, 2TB SSD
• $3,149.99 - Intel Core Ultra 9 285K, 64GB RAM, 4TB SSD

Alienware Area-51 RTX 5080 Gaming PC for $3,449.99

New for 2025

Alienware Area-51 Intel Core Ultra 7 265 RTX 5080 Gaming PC (32GB/1TB)

11$3,749.99 save 8%$3,449.99 at Alienware

Dell unveiled the new Alienware Area-51 gaming PC at CES 2025. This model features a chassis design similar to the 2024 R16 system but with enhanced aesthetics and cooling systems. The I/O panel is now located at the top of the case, and the tempered glass window extends across the entire side panel, eliminating side panel vents. Air intakes are strategically placed at the bottom and front of the case, promoting a positive airflow design that reduces dust accumulation inside. The internal components have been upgraded with a new motherboard, faster RAM, and a more powerful power supply to support the latest generation of CPUs and GPUs.

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

The RTX 5080, the second-best Blackwell graphics card, is outpaced only by the $2,000 RTX 5090. It offers a performance boost of 5%-10% over the now-discontinued RTX 4080 Super. With the new DLSS 4 featuring multi-frame generation exclusive to Blackwell cards, the performance gap becomes even more significant.

Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 FE Review, by Jacqueline Thomas**

"If you already have a high-end graphics card from the last couple of years, the Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 might not be the upgrade you need – its performance lead over the RTX 4080 isn't substantial, though the enhanced frame rates from DLSS 4 Multi-Frame Generation do improve the visual experience in compatible games. However, for gamers with older graphics cards seeking a significant performance boost, the RTX 5080 is an excellent choice, especially if you're keen on leveraging Nvidia's AI enhancements."

More Alienware Prebuilt Gaming PC Deals

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

31$2,349.99 at Alienware

Alienware Aurora R16 Intel Core Ultra 9 285K RTX 5080 Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)

5$3,099.99 save 13%$2,699.99 at Alienware

New Release

Alienware Area-51 Intel Core Ultra 9 285K RTX 5090 Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)

19$5,499.99 save 11%$4,899.99 at Alienware

Alienware Aurora R16 Intel Core Ultra 7 265F RTX 5070 Gaming PC

0$1,849.99 at Alienware

Alienware Aurora R16 Intel Core Ultra 9 285KF RTX 5070 Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)

0$2,599.99 save 15%$2,199.99 at Alienware

New for 2025

Alienware Area-51 Intel Core Ultra 7 265 RTX 5080 Gaming PC (32GB/1TB)

11$3,749.99 save 8%$3,449.99 at Alienware

Alienware Aurora R16 Intel Core Ultra 9 285K RTX 5080 Gaming PC (64GB/2TB)

0$3,299.99 save 14%$2,849.99 at Alienware

Alienware Aurora R16 Intel Core Ultra 9 285K RTX 5080 Gaming PC (64GB/4TB)

1$3,699.99 save 15%$3,149.99 at Alienware

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