Alienware is bringing Area-51 gaming laptops back from the grave

Today at CES 2025, Dell announced that they’re bringing back the iconic Alienware Area-51 gaming laptops, which were known for their desktop-level CPUs and easy access for upgrades.

This time, they come armed with the latest hardware as well as a new thermal architecture for better internal cooling. The otherworldly design is also just really cool. Let’s dive into the details!

Alienware Area-51 gaming laptops

Dell’s revitalized Area-51 laptops come in two flavors: 16 inches and 18 inches.