Intel Core Ultra 9 285K (36MB Cache), 32GB DDR5-SDRAM, 2000GB SSD, Intel Graphics, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 (16GB GDDR7), LAN, WLAN, Bluetooth, Windows 11 Home 64-bit

Key Features

• Windows 11 Home 64-bit
• Intel Core Ultra 9 285K (36MB Cache)
• NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 (16GB GDDR7)
• 32GB DDR5-SDRAM (2 x 16) & 2000GB SSD

Reasons To Buy

Top-tier gaming versatility

The Alienware Aurora is engineered for exceptional performance with a streamlined, minimal design. This generation of Aurora desktops focuses on reducing acoustics while maintaining airflow, making it a perfect gaming system for any setting.

Legend perfected

Modern design with a matte "basalt black" finish in an optimised chassis with customisable AlienFX lighting zones, including the striking stadium lighting. Available with a Clear Side Panel for showing off the internal components, with the elevated Legend 3 industrial design.

HEXAGONAL SIDE VENTS

An array of hexagonally shaped vents enables passive air intake supporting graphics performance and quieter acoustics.

STREAMLINED DESKTOP

Our Legend 3 design is echoed by the overall compact and functional size of the system, which is about 40% smaller by volume than the previous design and up to 53% smaller than the Area-51.

CLEANER CABLE MANAGEMENT

Seamless internal cable management reduces obstruction of airflow and keeps thermals efficiently managed.

FRONT I/O FLEXIBILITY

High performance front ports enable great connectivity and two of the USB ports include PowerShare technology which lets you easily power your favourite external devices even while the system is shut down.

Intentional thermal strategy

Our design prioritises airflow efficiency and improved acoustics by introducing larger passageways and optimised internal cable management resulting in 20% quieter operation, on average, and 7% lower temperatures compared to the Aurora R15. This approach - combined with liquid cooling CPU option - contributes to an incredibly smooth gaming experience.

Game cool and quietly

Central to the Aurora thermal strategy is the increase in its ventilation's total surface area. This increase is the driving force behind the desktop's efficient airflow, cooling and acoustics.

Optimised airflow strategy
The side hexagonal array, top surface exhaust, and the front stadium intake all provide significantly larger pathways for ambient air to enter and heat to be exhausted.

240mm heat exchanger
The 240mm heat exchanger, available on the CPU liquid cooling, heightens thermal resistance, ensuring temperatures stay consistently low during longer gaming sessions.

Updated heat exchanger fans
Revamped 240mm heat exchanger fans are designed to be smoother in angle and shape, making airflow more efficient with less fan noise.

Game changing graphics

Step into the future of gaming and creation with the NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 50 Series, powered by NVIDIA Blackwell architecture. Designed to push boundaries, this GPU lineup delivers unparalleled AI performance and jaw-dropping graphics fidelity - perfect for those who demand the extraordinary.

Ray Tracing Redefined
Experience cinematic realism with full ray tracing, brought to life by fourth-gen RT Cores. From stunning light reflections to intricate shadows, your in-game world looks better than ever.
AI-Boosted Gameplay
Unleash next-level speed and responsive gaming with DLSS 4. Achieve ultra-smooth frame rates with Multi Frame Generation and enhanced Ray Reconstruction powered by fifth-gen Tensor Cores.
Competitive Advantage
Compete faster with NVIDIA® Reflex 2 technology featuring Frame Warp, which further reduces latency based on the game’s latest mouse input.
Unparalleled Video Playback
The RTX 50 Series redefines how you enjoy your favourite movies, shows and videos. With advanced AI-powered upscaling and buttery-smooth playback, immerse yourself in vibrant colors, stunning clarity and flawless streaming.
Immersive Entertainment
Rethink how you stream, chat or create content with NVIDIA Broadcast’s advanced AI enhancements. Clear your audio, upgrade your video, and craft your AI-powered home studio effortlessly.

Marathon gaming unlocked

All Auroras are equipped with our 12-phase voltage regulation design. This high-performance technology ensures clean energy is consistently available, unleashing the top-level power of up to Intel® Core™ Ultra processors as you game, livestream, and multi-task for hours on end. For more demanding experiences, the new Ultra K-Series processors are unlocked and can be overclocked.

CPU
Ensures everything runs smoothly and as expected; like controlling non-player characters, calculating realistic physics, translating a button press into an action, and triggering sound effects at the right time in the game.
NPU
Dedicated AI accelerators provide intelligent performance across gaming, creation and streaming apps where AI capabilities are possible.

More performance, quicker multitasking

Upgradable parts enable gamers to tailor their experience and expand the lifespan of their PC.

Gen5 PCIe performance
The Alienware Aurora includes the Intel® Z890 chipset with three PCIe slots. The primary Gen5 PCIe slot provides x16 physical and electrical lanes devoted to maximum performance.

Faster multitasking
Load large games and handle intensive tasks with up to 64GB of DDR5 XMP memory.

Two PCIe NVMe M.2 slots
Enabling up to 8TB of total solid state storage space.

Available 3.5" hard disk drive
To store, run and archive any games, files, or applications.

Advanced Networking
Made possible with Wi-Fi 7, 2.5 Gbps ethernet, enabling the best wired and wireless connection.

Alienware Elite Care

Next-Level Gaming Support
We know gaming. Talk directly to our elite Alienware support experts, anytime.

Support Essential
Accidents happen. Alienware Elite Care includes Accidental Damage Service for fast and seamless repairs due to drops, spills and electrical surges.

SupportAssist Technology
Your personal wingman to keep you gaming at peak performance - predicting and resolving issues before they occur.

All for play and play for all

Game with the graphics you need, with the people you want, with the peripherals you prefer.

Whatever parts you pick, Windows 11 has the software to make the most of them to deliver the high framerate, high resolution experience you desire.

Chances are that the game you want to play is compatible on Windows. With PC Game Pass, you can have even more to try-especially the latest titles on release day.

Get your game on

Play hundreds of PC games, and day one blockbusters with your new Alienware PC and PC Game Pass - including EA play. With new games added all the time, there’s always something new to play.

Description

Optimised for all gamers
The Alienware Aurora Gaming Desktop features incredible performance boosts and focuses on reducing acoustics while maintaining airflow. Making it a perfect gaming system for any setting with purpose-built legend 3 design.

Specifications

Processor
Processor generation	Intel Core Ultra (Series 2)
Processor cache type	Smart Cache
Processor cache	36 MB
Processor model	285K
Number of processors installed	1
Processor manufacturer	Intel
Processor boost frequency	5.7 GHz
Processor threads	24
Processor cores	24
Processor family	Intel Core Ultra 9
Performance cores	8
Efficient cores	16
Performance-core base frequency	3.7 GHz
Efficient-core base frequency	3.2 GHz
Processor base power	125 W
Maximum turbo power	250 W
Efficient-core Max Turbo Frequency	4.6 GHz
Performance-core Max Turbo Frequency	5.5 GHz
Neural processor unit (NPU)
Neural processor unit (NPU)	Intel AI Boost
Sparsity support	Yes
Windows Studio effects support	Yes
AI software frameworks supported by NPU	DirectML, OpenVINO, Windows ML, ONNX RT, WebNN
Total processor performance up to	36 TOPs
NPU performance up to	13 TOPs
GPU performance up to	8 TOPs
Memory
Memory layout (slots x size)	2 x 16 GB
Internal memory	32 GB
Maximum internal memory	64 GB
Memory slots	2x DIMM
Internal memory type	DDR5-SDRAM
Memory channels	Dual-channel
Memory data transfer rate	5200 MT/s
Storage
Storage media	SSD
Optical drive type	No
SSD interface	PCI Express 4.0
SSD capacity	2 TB
Number of SSDs installed	1
Total storage capacity	2 TB
SSD form factor	M.2
Total SSDs capacity	2 TB
NVMe	Yes
Graphics
Discrete graphics card	Yes
Graphics card HDMI ports quantity	1
Graphics card DisplayPorts quantity	3
Discrete graphics card memory	16 GB
On-board graphics card family	Intel Graphics
On-board graphics card	Yes
Discrete graphics card model	NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080
Discrete graphics memory type	GDDR7
On-board graphics card model	Intel Graphics
Number of discrete graphics cards	1
On-board GPU manufacturer	Intel
Optical drive
Optical drive type	No
Network
Ethernet LAN	Yes
Wi-Fi	Yes
Bluetooth	Yes
Wi-Fi standards	802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)
Ethernet LAN data rates	10,100,1000,2500 Mbit/s
WLAN controller model	Intel Wi-Fi 7 BE200
Top Wi-Fi standard	Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)
Antenna type	2x2
WLAN controller manufacturer	Intel
LAN controller	Killer E3100G
Ports & interfaces
Combo headphone/mic port	Yes
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity	5
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-C ports quantity	0
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-A ports quantity	0
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-C ports quantity	2
Thunderbolt 3 ports quantity	0
Total number of SATA connectors	3
USB 2.0 ports quantity	2
S/PDIF out port	Yes
Line-out	Yes
Line-in	Yes
HDMI ports quantity	0
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports	1
PowerShare	Yes
Number of USB ports with PowerShare support	2
USB4 Gen 2x2 ports quantity	1
Expansion slots
PCI Express x4 (Gen 4.x) slots	2
PCI Express x16 (Gen 5.x) slots	1
Technical details
Water cooling system	Yes
Cable lock slot type	Wedge
Product type	PC
Product colour	Platinum
Chassis type	Desktop
Audio system	High Definition Audio
Placement supported	Vertical
Cable lock slot	Yes
Audio output channels	5.1 channels
Motherboard chipset	Intel Z890
Special features	Clear Door & 240mm Liquid Cooler with AlienFX lighting
Design
Water cooling system	Yes
Cable lock slot type	Wedge
Product colour	Platinum
Chassis type	Desktop
Placement supported	Vertical
Cable lock slot	Yes
Viewing window	Yes
Performance
Audio chip	Realtek ALC1220
Market positioning	Gaming
Product type	PC
Audio system	High Definition Audio
Audio output channels	5.1 channels
Motherboard chipset	Intel Z890
Software
Operating system architecture	64-bit
Trial software	Activate Your Microsoft 365 For A 30 Day Trial
Operating system installed	Windows 11 Home
Power
80 PLUS certification	80 PLUS Platinum
Power supply input frequency	47 - 63 Hz
Power supply input voltage	90 - 264 V
Power supply	1000 W
Operational conditions
Operating altitude	-15.2 - 3048 m
Storage temperature (T-T)	-40 - 65 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)	20 - 80%
Storage relative humidity (H-H)	5 - 95%
Operating temperature (T-T)	10 - 35 °C
Non-operating altitude	-15.2 - 10668 m
Operating vibration	0.26 G
Non-operating vibration	1.37 G
Operating shock	40 G
Non-operating shock	105 G
Weight & dimensions
Width	197 mm
Depth	458.4 mm
Height	418 mm
Weight	15.4 kg
Packaging content
Cables included	AC
Display included	No
Display
Display included	No
Other features
On-board graphics card	Yes
Processor manufacturer	Intel
Special features	Clear Door & 240mm Liquid Cooler with AlienFX lighting