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Dell Alienware Aurora Gaming Desktop 2025
Status: Alienware Aurora Gaming Desktop 2025 (Core Ultra 9 285K RTX 5080 gaming PC): Unavailable on Amazon as of . SpecPicks has no in-stock Core Ultra 9 285K RTX 5080 gaming PC on file; an Amazon search for "Core Ultra 9 285K RTX 5080 gaming PC" lists current offers with the same specs. eBay sellers may still list this model new or used.
Bottom line: The Dell Core Ultra 9 285K / RTX 5080 prebuilt has GeForce RTX 5080 graphics, 64GB of DDR5 RAM and a 8TB SSD.
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Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ Pairs a Core Ultra 9 285K processor with GeForce RTX 5080 graphics
- ✓ 64GB of DDR5 RAM leaves headroom for gaming alongside streaming or creative apps
Cons
- ✗ Price, stock, shipping and returns are set by the retailer and may have changed since this page was last updated
Manufacturer description
Statement: Original Seal is opened for upgrade ONLY. If the computer has modifications, then the manufacturer box is opened for it to be tested and inspected and to install the upgrades to achieve the specifications as advertised.The ALIENWARE AURORA ACT1250 GAMING DESKTOP focuses on reducing acoustics while maintaining airflow, making it a perfect gaming system for any setting. The elevated Legend 3 industrial design, which is meant to prioritize a more minimal, optimized chassis – that is sleek and modern – with a new matte finish, Basalt Black.Brand: AlienwareOperating System: Windows 11…
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Dell Alienware Aurora Gaming Desktop 2025 using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to our editorial and benchmark analysis across the prebuilt gaming pcs category. Dell's prebuilt gaming pcs lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.
Common buyer scenarios for prebuilt gaming pcs of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.
Key Features
- Powered by Intel Core Ultra 9 285K – Up to 5.7GHz Performance Dominate demanding games, creative workloads, and livestreaming with the Intel Ultra 9 285K, featuring AI-enhanced multitasking, fast response times, and overclocking potential. All Auroras are equipped with our 12-phase voltage regulation design. Enjoy smooth gameplay, intelligent performance, and next-gen processing speed. For more demanding experiences, the new Ultra K-Series processors are unlocked and can be overclocked.
- Next-Gen Graphics with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 - Step into the future of gaming and creation with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 50 Series, powered by NVIDIA Blackwell architecture. Featuring DLSS 4, Ray Tracing with 4th-gen RT Cores, and Reflex 2, it delivers cinematic visuals, ultra-high frame rates, and competitive edge with ultra-low latency. Render Blender animations 2.7X faster with NPU acceleration. this GPU lineup delivers unparalleled AI performance and jaw-dropping graphics fidelity.
- Solid Speed and Storage - Seriously fast load times are made possible thanks to loading Windows from our solid-state drives. Aurora ACT1250 has two PCIe NVMe M.2 slots that enable up to 8TB of total storage space. You can even host an additional 3.5" hard disk drive to store, run and archive any games, files, or applications. For the highest level of memory multitasking performance, we also enable up to 64GB of DDR5 XMP memory.
- Intentional Thermal Strategy - Our design prioritizes airflow efficiency and improved acoustics by introducing larger passageways and optimized internal cable management resulting in 20% quieter operation, on average, and 7% lower temperatures compared to the Aurora R15. This approach — combined with air or liquid cooling CPU options — contributes to an incredibly smooth gaming experience.
- The Alienware Aurora ACT1250 - Modern design with a matte "basalt black" finish in an optimized chassis with customizable AlienFX lighting zones, including the striking stadium lighting. Available with optional Clear Side Panel for showing off the internal components, with the elevated Legend 3 industrial design.
Full Specifications
| Brand | Dell |
|---|---|
| RAM Type | DDR5 RAM |
| CPU Model | Intel Core Ultra 9 |
| CPU Speed | 5.7 GHz |
| Model Name | Alienware ACT1250 |
| Model Year | 2025 |
| Style Name | Minimalist |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Connectivity | WiFi |
| Model Number | Alienware ACT1250 |
| Built-In Media | RGB Lighting |
| Item Dimensions | 18.05 x 7.75 x 16.46 inches |
| Processor Brand | Intel |
| Processor Speed | 5.7 GHz |
| Total Usb Ports | 10 |
| CPU Model Number | Intel Core Ultra 9 285K |
| Processor Series | Intel Core Ultra 9 |
| Processor Socket | Socket 1851 |
| Graphics Card Ram | 16 GB |
| Graphics Ram Type | GDDR7 |
| Full listing title | Alienware Aurora Gaming Desktop 2025, Intel Core Ultra 9 285K(24-Core, up to 5.6GHz), NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 GDDR7(> 4090), 64GB DDR5 RAM|8TB M.2 PCIe SSD|Liquid Cooled, WiFi 7, Win11P&Lifetime MS |
Performance Data
View gaming FPS, AI inference throughput, and synthetic scores for the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 — the core hardware component in this product. Benchmarks sourced from TechPowerUp, PassMark, and the r/LocalLLaMA community.
Related benchmarks: Intel Core Ultra 9 285K benchmarks
Which local LLMs fit in 16 GB?
16 GB holds a 20–27B model at Q4 with a modest context window; 30B-class weights need 24 GB.
- ✅ 7–9B models (Llama 3.1 8B, Qwen 3 8B) — fits at Q4
- ✅ 12–14B models (Qwen 3 14B, Phi-4) — fits at Q4
- ❌ 20–27B models (Gemma 3 27B, Mistral Small) — needs 20 GB+
- ❌ 30–35B models (Qwen 3 32B, QwQ 32B) — needs 24 GB+
- ❌ 70B models (Llama 3.3 70B, Qwen 2.5 72B) — needs 48 GB+
Across 5 community runs from 5 sources, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 generates a median 132 tok/s on 7–9B models at Q4 (per Hardware Corner).
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