The Alienware 15 is available in several hardware configurations, with both AMD and Intel CPU options, along with multiple generations of Nvidia GeForce RTX GPUs. A

Dell's modern Alienware gaming laptops are powerful and cool-looking machines, but they have a reputation of being hefty and expensive. That may soon change. At CES 2026 Monday, the American tech company teased its forthcoming ultra-slim and entry-level gaming laptops set for release later this year.

I’m a sucker for a great gaming laptop deal, and that’s why I couldn’t ignore the fact that Best Buy is selling the Alienware 16 Aurora with a hefty $350 discount. If you’re quick, you can snag this RTX-powered Intel Core 7 laptop for just $1,149.99.

The new Alienware 15 sounds cheap — but it comes at a price. is a senior editor and founding member of The Verge who covers gadgets, games, and toys. He spent 15 years editing the likes of CNET, Gizmodo,