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With an iridescent color scheme and a futuristic aluminum design, the Area-51 (starts at $1,999.99; $3,399.99 as tested) is Alienware’s ode to its current brand identity and a showcase for what the ...

Amazon Prime Day is in full swing and runs through Friday, July 11. There are numerous markdowns available on top-tier tech, specifically gaming laptops. Most of the deals we’ve seen so far are on mid ...

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Our expert, award-winning staff selects the products we cover and rigorously researches and tests our top picks. If you buy through our links, we may get a commission. Matt Elliott is a senior editor ...

Gaming laptops in 2026 are more powerful and versatile than ever. From high-performance machines built for AAA gaming to sleek designs that balance power and portability, top brands are pushing the ...

It's refreshing to see a gaming laptop that isn't wholeheartedly set on beating Apple when it comes to making the thinnest product possible, and the Alienware M16 R2 is surprisingly thick in ...

Our expert, award-winning staff selects the products we cover and rigorously researches and tests our top picks. If you buy through our links, we may get a commission. Matt Elliott is a senior editor ...

Glorious mini-LED display. Chunky, mechanical keyboard. Top-tier gaming performance. Powerful Thunderbolt 5 ports. Finicky touchpad. Thick, large, and obtuse. Pitiful battery life. Crazy expensive.

When sitting side by side, Dell's two midrange gaming laptops, the Alienware 16 Aurora and 16X Aurora, are nearly indistinguishable. Each features a roomy, 16-inch, 2.5K IPS display wrapped in a ...