Alienware Area-51 and Aurora Arrive in India with Intel Core Ultra and RTX 50 Series
Dell has officially launched its upgraded Alienware Area-51 and Aurora gaming laptops in India, alongside the introduction of the new Dell Plus AI laptops powered by AMD. This launch brings the latest in processing and graphics technology to Indian gamers and professionals. The Alienware Area-51 is available in both 16-inch and 18-inch models, boasting the cutting-edge Intel Core Ultra HX series CPUs and Nvidia GeForce RTX 50 Series GPUs. The Alienware 16X Aurora laptop also receives an upgrade, now featuring up to Core Ultra 9 CPUs and the latest Nvidia GeForce RTX graphics cards.
Dell Plus AI Series: Embracing AMD’s Ryzen AI
Simultaneously, Dell is introducing the Dell Plus AI series, which includes the Dell 14 Plus, 14 2-in-1 Plus, and 16 Plus laptops. These models are all powered by AMD Ryzen AI 300 series processors, focusing on enhanced AI capabilities for improved performance and efficiency.
Pricing and Availability
The Alienware and Dell Plus AI series are now available for purchase through various channels, including the Dell India website, Dell Exclusive Stores, and select retail partners like Croma, Reliance Retail, and Vijay Sales.
Alienware Pricing Details:
- Alienware 16 Area-51: Starting at Rs. 3,09,990
- Alienware 18 Area-51: Starting at Rs. 3,14,990
- Alienware 16X Aurora: Starting at Rs. 1,76,990
Dell Plus AI Series Pricing Details:
- Dell 14 Plus: Starting at Rs. 76,940
- Dell 16 Plus: Starting at Rs. 76,400
- Dell 14 2-in-1 Plus: Starting at Rs. 87,670
Alienware Area-51 and Aurora: Features and Specifications
These new Alienware laptops are packed with high-end features designed to deliver an immersive gaming experience. Here’s a closer look at what they offer:
Display and Graphics:
- Alienware 18 Area-51: Features an 18-inch QHD+ (2,560×1,600 pixels) display with a 300Hz refresh rate, 100% DCI-P3 color gamut, and 500 nits brightness.
- Alienware 16 Area-51: Boasts a 16-inch QHD+ (2,560×1,600 pixels) display with a 240Hz refresh rate.
- Alienware 16X Aurora: Comes with a 16-inch WQXGA (2,560×1,600 pixels) anti-glare display with a 240Hz refresh rate and 500 nits brightness.
Both Area-51 models can be configured with up to an Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX chipset, paired with up to 64GB of dual-channel DDR5 RAM, and an Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 GPU with 24GB of GDDR7 VRAM. The Alienware 16X Aurora offers chipset options including Intel’s Core Ultra 5 235HX, Core Ultra 7 255HX, and Core Ultra 9 275HX CPUs, supporting up to a GeForce RTX 5070 GPU with 8GB of GDDR7 VRAM. All models support up to 2TB of PCIe NVMe M.2 Gen5 SSD storage.
Key Specifications Comparison:
| Feature | Alienware 18 Area-51 | Alienware 16 Area-51 | Alienware 16X Aurora |
|---|---|---|---|
| Display | 18″ QHD+ 300Hz | 16″ QHD+ 240Hz | 16″ WQXGA 240Hz |
| Max CPU | Intel Core Ultra 9 | Intel Core Ultra 9 | Intel Core Ultra 9 |
| Max GPU | RTX 5090 | RTX 5090 | RTX 5070 |
| Max RAM | 64GB DDR5 | 64GB DDR5 | 64GB DDR5 |
| Max Storage | 2TB PCIe Gen5 SSD | 2TB PCIe Gen5 SSD | 2TB PCIe Gen5 SSD |
Connectivity and Other Features:
Connectivity options across the latest Alienware laptops include two USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 ports, a global headset jack, power/DC-in, two USB Type-C ports (one with Thunderbolt 4.0, DP 2.1; one with DP 2.0), an RJ-45 jack, and an HDMI 2.1 port. The laptops feature up to an 8-megapixel UHD webcam and an AlienFX keyboard, including a multi-gesture touchpad. The Area-51 laptops are powered by 96Wh batteries, while the 16X Aurora model features a 90Wh cell.
Dell Plus AI Series: Features and Specifications
The Dell Plus AI series focuses on delivering a balance of performance and efficiency, leveraging the power of AMD’s Ryzen AI processors. These laptops are designed for everyday productivity and creative tasks.
Display Options:
The Dell 14 Plus offers a variety of screen options:
- 14-inch non-touch, full-HD+ (1920×1200) anti-glare screen with 60Hz
- 14-inch touch-supported full-HD+ glossy display
- 14-inch non-touch 90Hz QHD+ (2560×1600) display
- 14-inch non-touch 120Hz QHD+ screen
All variants support a 300 nits brightness level and Dolby Vision technology.
The Dell 16 Plus comes with:
- 16-inch non-touch full-HD+ 60Hz anti-glare display
- 16-inch non-touch QHD+ 120Hz screen variant
- 16-inch touch-supported full-HD+ 60Hz glossy screen
The Dell 14 2-in-1 Plus sports a 14-inch touch-supported full-HD+ 60Hz display with Active Pen support.
Performance and Connectivity:
All variants are available with two CPU options: AMD Ryzen AI 5H 340 and AMD Ryzen AI 7H 350 CPUs, paired with an AMD Radeon 840M or an AMD Radeon 860M GPU. The Dell Plus AI models support up to 32GB of LPDDR5x RAM and up to 2TB of M.2 PCIe NVMe SSD storage.
The refreshed Dell Plus AI laptops are equipped with backlit keyboards with a fingerprint reader. They pack a 64Wh battery and support 65W fast charging. The laptops feature two HDMI 1.4 ports, two USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C ports, one USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A port, and a hybrid headset jack.
