Alienware 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.

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...

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...

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.

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.