Alienware Aurora R16

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Dec, 2024

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 5 reviews of Alienware Aurora R16. The average rating for this product is 4.1/5, compared to an average rating of 4.1/5 for other Desktops for all reviews. People are impressed by the size and design, whereas some have doubts about the price.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Desktops the Alienware Aurora R16 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 95/100 = Excellent quality.

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Expert review by : Allisa James (techradar.com)

Alienware Aurora R16 review: a little less Alien, a little more office

The Alienware Aurora R15, Dell's powerful and expensive gaming PC outfitted with some of the highest specs on the market. The Alienware Aurora R16, however, attempts something different. While it's still a gaming desktop, it's undergone a redesign to...

Great performance Compact chassis Great port selection Excellent ventilation

A bit pricey Glass side panel is pointless

It seems that Dell is trying to appeal to the office PC market with its Alienware line while still maintaining its grip on the gaming market. This means that the Alienware Aurora R16, thanks to its stylish yet understated design, could attract hybrid...

Aug, 2023

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Expert review by : Charles Jefferies (pcmag.com)

Alienware Aurora R16 Review

The Aurora R16 represents a new direction for Alienware's gaming desktops, moving away from the spaceship looks of the Alienware Aurora R15 and those before it for the broader appeal of traditional boutique-built gaming rigs. Dell says the Aurora R16...

Effective performance for the price Refreshing design Whisper quiet Broad connectivity selection

No budget models Proprietary mainboard and power supply

The Aurora R16 gaming desktop marks a new chapter for the Alienware brand. Its refreshed design inside and out delivers quieter operation, more speed, and wider appeal.

Sep, 2023

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Expert review by : Kyle Barr (gizmodo.com)

Alienware Aurora R16 Review: I Can’t Help But Enjoy Probing This Latest PC Design

The modern Alienware desktop no longer looks like it fell off a spaceship, but it's a fine-looking, quality PC that would be better if it was easier to upgrade.

Very nice-looking case Cooling system Performance is what you expect for the high-end specs

It's a pain to upgrade thanks to the proprietary motherboard and lack of RAM slots

Alienware is still an expensive brand; there’s no two ways about it. I can’t guarantee the PC is worth its starting $1,150 price. Still, it’s hard to justify lower specs knowing that there are relatively few upgrade paths if you want to eventually jump...

Apr, 2024

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Expert review by : Tony Polanco (tomsguide.com)

Alienware Aurora R16 review

The Alienware Aurora R16 ($1,799 to start) is the latest in the company's line of Aurora gaming PCs, though you could be forgiven for not initially recognizing this rig as a gaming machine. Unlike its predecessor the Alienware Aurora R15, which sports...

Elegant, discreet design Small desk footprint Excellent performance Runs cool and quiet

Proprietary design limits upgradability

The Alienware Aurora R16 delivers great gaming performance at a whisper thanks to its powerful components and enhanced cooling technology.

Feb, 2024

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Expert review by : Andrew E. Freedman (tomshardware.com)

Alienware Aurora R16 Review: Thinking Inside the Box (Updated)

Love or hate the prebuilt scene, Alienware's design, with hints of spaceships and future tech have always stood out, bringing a bit of sci-fi to the traditional black boxes you can grab off of a store shelf. With the Alienware Aurora R16 ($1,299.99 to...

Smaller chassis than previous versions Lots of ports on the front Decent pricing for pre-built market

Still using proprietary motherboard and server-style power supply Fans can run loud while gaming Love or hate the prebuilt scene, Alienware's design, with hints of spaceships and future tech have always stood out, bringing a bit of sci-fi to the...

The Alienware Aurora R16's boxy redesign is safe, but small enough to fit on a desk. While the system comes at a decent price, Alienware continues to use proprietary parts that make it hard to upgrade in the future.

Oct, 2023

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