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Alienware 18 Area-51 Gaming Laptop AA18250-18.0" WQXGA 300Hz 3ms Display, Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080, 32GB 2x16GB DDR5, 2TB SSD, 2MP FHD IR Camera, Windows 11 Home

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CPU: Intel Core Ultra 9-275HX


RAM Size: 32 GB


Capacity: 18.0 WQXGA


Style: RTX 5080


Features

  • Unapologetic power: Area-51 was intentionally designed to reach new performance horizons by enabling higher graphics and processor power limits.
  • Game changing graphics: Designed to push boundaries, RTX 5080 with NVIDIA Max-Q delivers optimized battery life and performance and jaw-dropping graphics fidelityperfect for those who demand the extraordinary on the go.
  • Intelligent processing: Intel Core Ultra HX processors integrate CPU, built-in GPU, and NPU into a single package designed for AI acceleration and balanced performance across your favorite things to do.
  • Introducing the Cryo-Chamber: The Cryo-Chamber props up the laptop and introduces a much larger air intake, promoting increased airflow, and features a clear Gorilla Glass panel* providing a view of the AlienFX fans.
  • Advanced dynamic lighting: Ambient AlienFX lighting inspired by the aurora borealis takes on color and movement which reflects across surfaces to create an other-worldly experience.
  • Dell Services: 1 Year Onsite Service provides support when and where you need it. Dell will come to your home, office, or location of choice, if an issue covered by Limited Hardware Warranty cannot be resolved remotely.

Description

The new performance precedent. Alienware Area-51 gaming laptops are engineered for maximum power, packed with innovation, and encased in other-worldly design. By fusing an advanced thermal strategy, increasing airflow and elevating power with Intel Core Ultra HX processors and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPUs, we're bringing alien-class performance to the most passionate gamers.

Brand: Alienware


Model Name: Alienware 18 Area 51 AA18250 Laptop


Screen Size: 18 inches


Color: Liquid Teal


Hard Disk Size: 2 TB


CPU Model: Intel Core Ultra 9


Ram Memory Installed Size: 32 GB


Operating System: Windows 11 Home


Special Feature: Backlit Keyboard, Memory Card Slot, Numeric Keypad


Graphics Card Description: Dedicated


Color: Liquid Teal


Hard-Drive Size: 2 TB


Operating System: Windows 11 Home


Other Special Features of the Product: Backlit Keyboard, Memory Card Slot, Numeric Keypad


Graphics Description: Dedicated


Graphics Coprocessor: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080


Hard Disk Description: SSD


Item Weight: 9.6 pounds


Video Processor: NVIDIA


Specific Uses For Product: Entertainment, Gaming, Student


Graphics Card Ram: 16 GB


Form Factor: Clamshell


Hard Disk Interface: Solid State


Voltage: 240 volts_of_alternating_current


Camera Description: Front


Biometric Security Feature: No Fingerprint Reader


Graphics Ram Type: GDDR7


Compatible Devices: External displays, keyboards, mice, storage devices, printers, and other accessories with USB, HDMI, Thunderbolt, SD card, or Bluetooth connectivity


Warranty Type: 1 Year Warranty


Item Dimensions L x W x Thickness: 12.6"L x 16.1"W x 1.2"Th


Optical Storage Device: No Optical Drive


Video Output: HDMI, Thunderbolt 4


RAM Memory Installed: 32 GB


RAM Memory Technology: DDR5


Memory Clock Speed: 6400 MHz


Ram Memory Maximum Size: 32 GB


Memory Speed: 6400 MHz


RAM Type: DDR5 RAM


Cache Memory Installed Size: 36


Memory Slots Available: 2


Battery Cell Type: Other Than Listed


Number Of Cells: 6


Lithium-Battery Energy Content: 96 watt-hours


Total Usb Ports: 5


Hardware Interface: Bluetooth, HDMI, Secure Digital Card, Solid State Drive, Thunderbolt 4, USB 3.2 Gen 1


Number of Ports: 7


Total Thunderbolt Ports: 2


Total Number of HDMI Ports: 1


Processor Series: Intel Core Ultra 9


Processor Speed: 2.1 GHz


Processor Count: 24


Processor Brand: Intel


CPU Model Number: 275HX


CPU Model Generation: 9th Gen


CPU Model Speed Maximum: 5.4 GHz


Brand: Alienware


Model Name: Alienware 18 Area 51 AA18250 Laptop


Model Year: 2025


Model Number: LAA18250 -9420BLU-PUS


Built-In Media: 360-Watt Small Form Factor Adapter, Alienware 18 Area-51 AA18250 Gaming Laptop, Documentation, Power Cord


Manufacturer: Dell


Unit Count: 1 Count


UPC: 884116651420


Warranty Description: 1-Year Basic Onsite Service


Screen Size: 18 inches


Resolution: WQXGA


Native Resolution: 2560 x 1600 pixels


Display Type: LED


Display Resolution Maximum: 2560x1600


Display Technology: WQXGA


Touch Screen Type: No Touchscreen


Screen Finish: Matte


Connectivity Technology: Bluetooth, Wi-Fi


Wireless Technology: Bluetooth, Wi-Fi


Wireless Compability: 802.11.be, Bluetooth


Bluetooth Version: 5.4


Wi-Fi Generation: Wi-Fi 7


Human-Interface Input: Keyboard


Keyboard Description: Backlit


Keyboard Layout: QWERTY


Audio Output Type: Headphones, Speakers


Speaker Description: Integrated High-Definition Performance Audio


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Reviewed in the United States on January 1, 2026 by Pete Nelson
    • Disappointing Experience with this laptop
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I really wanted to like this laptop, but the unit I received turned out to be defective. It worked fine for the first couple of days, although I did notice some minor audio issues early on. Then it suddenly froze completely and crashed with an error screen, and I wasn’t able to recover it afterward. I’m returning it because the device simply isn’t reliable. Maybe I just got a bad unit, but based on my experience, I can’t really recommend it. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on November 27, 2025 by Larysa Fratsiian
    • Area-51 Alienware, Laptop of the future!!!
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I recently purchase this laptop, it was alway something I wanted but couldn't purchase it. Thanks to the offered package deal Amazon afford me this dream became a reality! Hats off to amazon and the online chat team that made this happen, thanks very much for meeting your customers at the point of their need. Boy this laptop didn't disappoint, I use it for work purposes and its a head turner for sure... the sheer speed of opening documents, working on multiple screens is mind blowing. Functionality is unmatched from all other laptops I have used, this laptop is running full system updates whilst working on powerpoint, word documents and have games running on the back ground. its durable engineering is amazing and the slimmer design on the 2025 Area-51 model make it easier for transporting. I recommend the Alienware 18" Backpack ... show more
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This laptop works great but it's not something you'd want to carry around because it is heavy. There are tons of reviews available online, so I won't repeat all they say. It lives up to the hype and performs reliably.
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    • Was really awesome!! Update
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