The Alienware 18 Area-51 is a laptop in name only. Its extreme size makes it more of a desktop PC that can happen to fold shut. This is a desktop replacement laptop that's not leaving your desk very ...

Dell’s Alienware family was an original trailblazer for the modern gaming computer—and their new 18-inch Area-51 laptop proves they’re still a leader in this market. The mighty Alienware 18 Area-51 ...

While this is nothing more than a guess, I'm pretty sure that the average Alienware buyer isn't interested in a gaming laptop that's discreet, understated, or like any other model they could buy. They ...

When it comes to gaming laptops. Alienware (actually owned by Dell) is synonymous with the ultra-premium end of the market. It's not just other-worldly design, illumination and hot air exhausts bigger ...

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