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$2,699Nov 9
Alienware Aurora Gaming Desktop
Dell's mainstream gaming tower with Core Ultra CPUs, RTX 5060 Ti to RTX 5080 options and Wi-Fi 7.
- Gaming
- Intel Core Ultra 7 265F
- GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB
- 16 GB
- 1,000 GB
PCPR score
6.6
Fair
Best price we’ve seen
$2,130Nov 9
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The short version
The Alienware Aurora (model ACT1250) is Dell's mainstream gaming tower, sold in configurations from a Core Ultra 7 265F with an RTX 5060 Ti up to a Core Ultra 9 285K with an RTX 5080. The base system uses an air cooler and a 500 W Platinum power supply and includes Wi-Fi 7. Dell names the CPU, GPU and memory type, but its spec sheet gives no motherboard model, so upgrades are harder to plan than on standard ATX systems.
Pros
- Wide configuration range from RTX 5060 Ti to RTX 5080
- Wi-Fi 7 on the base configuration
- Compact 16.46 × 7.75 × 18.05 in chassis
- Alienware support options available through Dell
Cons
- The base configuration's 500 W power supply limits future GPU upgrades
- Only 16 GB of memory on the cheapest configuration
- Dell's spec sheet does not name the motherboard or list PCIe slot details
Best for
- Buyers who want Dell support and wide configuration choice
- 1440p gaming on the RTX 5070 and RTX 5080 models
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Configurations, and what they’d cost to build
| Configuration | Processor | Graphics | Memory | Storage | Price | Same parts, DIY | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Core Ultra 7 265F · RTX 5060 Ti 16GB · 16GB · 1TB | Intel Core Ultra 7 265F | GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB | 16 GB | 1 TB | $2,130 | $1,615 | +$515 |
| Core Ultra 7 265F · RTX 5060 Ti · 32GB · 1TB | Intel Core Ultra 7 265F | GeForce RTX 5060 Ti | 32 GB | 1 TB | $2,530 | $1,771 | +$759 |
| Core Ultra 7 265KF · RTX 5070 · 32GB · 1TB | Intel Core Ultra 7 265KF | GeForce RTX 5070 | 32 GB | 1 TB | $3,030 | $2,221 | +$809 |
| Core Ultra 7 265F · RTX 5080 · 32GB · 1TB | Intel Core Ultra 7 265F | GeForce RTX 5080 | 32 GB | 1 TB | $3,680 | $3,211 | +$469 |
| Core Ultra 9 285K · RTX 5080 · 32GB · 2TB | Intel Core Ultra 9 285K | GeForce RTX 5080 | 32 GB | 2 TB | $4,680 | $3,522 | +$1,158 |
The custom build uses the closest parts in our catalog at their latest prices, including a case, cooler and Windows license where the prebuilt has one. Chips sold only to system builders use their nearest retail sibling, and memory or storage sizes not sold on their own are priced per gigabyte. A positive number means the prebuilt costs more than DIY. It doesn’t count assembly, warranty or your time.
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What you can upgrade later
Memory
UnconfirmedThe maker doesn’t publish its slot layout. Check before buying more memory.
Browse memoryGraphics card
limitedMaximum card length isn’t published. The 500 W supply limits how far you can go, so a high-end card would need a new PSU.
Browse graphics cardProcessor
UnconfirmedA drop-in upgrade depends on the socket and the maker’s BIOS. Check the board before buying a CPU.
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Full specifications
Core
- Built for
- Gaming
- Form factor
- Mid Tower
- Processor
- Intel Core Ultra 7 265F
- Graphics
- GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB
Memory
- Memory
- 16 GB
- Memory type
- DDR5
- Memory speed
- 5,600 MT/s
- Storage
- 1,000 GB
Power
- Power supply
- 500 W
- PSU details
- 500 W Platinum rated
Cooling
- CPU cooler
- Air cooler
Software
- Operating system
- Windows 11 Home
Connectivity
- Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi 7
Features
- Warranty
- 1 years
Physical
- Finish
- Black
- Dimensions
- 16.46 × 7.75 × 18.05 in (H × W × D), up to 33.89 lb
Compatibility notes
- Base configuration: 500 W Platinum PSU and air cooler, so confirm PSU capacity before adding a stronger GPU
- DDR5 runs at up to 5600 MT/s, with two 8 GB modules in the base configuration
- Rear ports include one USB4 at 20 Gbps; front includes one USB 10 Gbps Type-C
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Where to buy
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What reviewers and owners say
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Common questions
What power supply does the Alienware Aurora use?
Dell lists a 500 W Platinum-rated PSU for the base configuration. Higher configurations may ship with different units, so confirm the wattage in Dell's configurator before planning a graphics upgrade.
Can I add more RAM to the Aurora?
The base configuration ships with two 8 GB DDR5 modules at up to 5600 MT/s, and Dell also sells 32 GB and 64 GB configurations. Check the configuration's slot count before buying extra modules.
How does Best Buy pricing compare with Dell.com?
Best Buy lists Aurora configurations too, including a 32 GB Core Ultra 7 model and a Core Ultra 9 285K RTX 5080 model. Prices differ between the two stores, so compare the exact parts before buying.
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