Alienware is reviving its Area-51 line of computers, and the latest flagship laptop is nothing short of exquisite. Inspired by the mystery of its namesake UFO, the new Area-51 Laptop comes in two generous sizes: 16-inch and 18-inch. With cutting-edge hardware including an Intel Arrow Lake CPU and next-generation Nvidia 50-series GPU, these laptops are priced for enthusiasts starting at $3,199 for select configurations. 

Late Q1 2025. In contrast to Alienware's sleeker designs of recent years, the Area-51 laptop has a bold aesthetic with a prominent back that houses all the connectivity ports. This "back bulge" is illuminated by customizable RGB lighting, adding to the laptop's striking visual appeal.

The light show doesn't stop there  it extends to per-key RGB keyboard lighting, illuminated touchpad, and RGB-lit case fans, visible through the air vents and Gorilla Glass. panel on the bottom that gives a glimpse of the laptop's internal components. Both models are available in a single color called Liquid Teal - a shade inspired by the aurora borealis. The anodized aluminum surface looks almost black in low light, but shines with iridescent hues when illuminated.

Inside, the Area-51 notebook packs impressive specs: up to an Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX CPU, an Nvidia 50-series GPU, 64GB dual-channel DDR5 RAM and 2TB NVMe PCIe Gen5 SSD storage. Both the 16-inch and 18-inch models are powered by a 96Wh battery, but Alienware has yet to provide battery life. Cooling this improved hardware is a new thermal architecture that Alienware claims increases airflow by 37% over last year's X16 R2 and runs 15% quieter.

The 16-inch Area-51 weighs 7.6 pounds, which is about the weight of a newborn baby, while the 18-inch version weighs closer to 10 pounds, even by gaming laptop standards. With its stunning design, cutting-edge hardware, and powerful cooling capabilities, the Area-51 laptop is clearly designed for those who prioritize performance and style, even if portability may take a backseat.