Starting today, Dell is offering the Alienware Aurora R16 gaming PC with the brand-new GeForce RTX 5080 GPU for just $2,399.99 with free shipping. This deal stands out as one of the most competitive prices available for an RTX 5080-equipped prebuilt system, especially considering that most other manufacturers have significantly marked up their pricing since the RTX 50 series launched in January. The next lowest RTX 5080 prebuilt from Dell starts at over $4,000, making this configuration a standout value.
Finding a standalone RTX 5080 GPU for DIY builds is nearly impossible, and if you do manage to locate one, the price will likely match or exceed the cost of this entire Alienware system. That makes this prebuilt not only convenient but also a smart financial choice for gamers looking to upgrade without overspending.
Update: Like other manufacturers, Dell has been affected by recent tariffs. With ongoing supply constraints around Blackwell-series GPUs showing no signs of improvement, prices on Alienware desktops featuring RTX 50 series graphics cards are expected to rise soon.
Alienware Aurora R16 RTX 5080 Gaming PC – $2,399.99
Alienware Aurora R16 Intel Core Ultra 7 265F RTX 5080 Gaming PC
$2,399.99 at Alienware
This high-performance Alienware Aurora R16 is powered by an Intel Core Ultra 7 265F processor from the Meteor Lake lineup, featuring a maximum turbo frequency of 5.3GHz, 20 cores, and a 30MB cache. It’s paired with the cutting-edge GeForce RTX 5080 GPU, 16GB of fast DDR5-5200MHz RAM, and a 1TB NVMe SSD for quick load times and ample storage.
Thermal performance is handled by a robust 240mm all-in-one liquid cooler, ensuring sustained performance during intense gaming sessions. The entire system runs on a 1,000W 80PLUS Platinum certified power supply, delivering efficiency and reliability under heavy loads.
The RTX 5080 is one of the first three Blackwell architecture GPUs released—and among the hardest to find. As noted in our review of the Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 FE, "If you already own a high-end GPU from the past couple of years, the RTX 5080 may not be a must-have upgrade, as its performance edge over the RTX 4080 is modest. However, DLSS 4 Multi-Frame Generation does deliver noticeably smoother visuals in supported titles. For gamers still using older hardware, the RTX 5080 offers a substantial leap in performance—especially when combined with Nvidia’s AI-driven features."
RTX 5080 and 5090 GPUs: Widespread Stock Issues
The initial wave of Nvidia’s GeForce RTX 50-series GPUs launched to overwhelming demand, with preorders selling out within minutes. The RTX 5090 and RTX 5080 were the first to release, followed shortly by the RTX 5070 Ti in February. Unfortunately, availability remains extremely limited—not just for standalone graphics cards, but also for prebuilt systems featuring these GPUs. Most launch-day configurations are now either out of stock, marked up significantly, or facing extended shipping delays.
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