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Alienware Unveils New Ultra-Slim, Entry-Level Laptops and Product Updates at CES 2026

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Alienware, Dell's gaming division, announced new ultra-slim and entry-level laptop models, alongside updates to its existing laptop and desktop lines, at CES 2026. The new laptop categories are scheduled for release later in the year, while updated existing models are slated for release in early 2026.

New Laptop Models

Alienware is introducing two new laptop categories designed to expand its product offerings:

  • Ultra-Slim Gaming Laptop:

    • This model will be offered in 14-inch and 16-inch display variants, with an approximate thickness of 17mm (0.67 inches).
    • The 16-inch version is specified to include NVIDIA discrete graphics and new high-efficiency CPUs.
    • Dell's PC gaming lead, Matt McGowan, stated that the 16-inch version is projected to be nearly 50% smaller in volume than the existing 16-inch Area-51 model.
    • The design features a more understated aesthetic, and product images indicate the presence of an RGB keyboard and a microSD card slot.
    • It is positioned for gaming, creative projects, and general productivity.

  • Entry-Level Gaming Laptop:

    • This model is intended to deliver gaming performance at Alienware's most accessible price point.
    • It is expected to be priced below the Alienware 16 Aurora's starting price of $1,199, and lower than any other existing Alienware product.
    • Product photos suggest a slim build, a white backlit keyboard, and multiple port options.

Existing Product Line Updates

Alienware is also implementing updates across several of its current products:

  • Laptops:
    • The Alienware 16X Aurora and Alienware 16 Area-51 models will feature new anti-glare OLED panels, which offer 620 nits peak HDR brightness and a 0.2ms response time. Both models will incorporate new Intel Core Ultra 200HX processors.
    • The Alienware 18 Area-51 laptop will also receive an upgrade to Intel Core Ultra 200HX chips.
  • Desktop:
    • The Alienware Area-51 Desktop will ship with AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D processors.

Availability and Pricing

  • The updated Alienware 16X Aurora, Alienware 16 Area-51, and Alienware 18 Area-51 laptops are scheduled for release in Q1 2026.
  • The updated Alienware Area-51 Desktop is set for release in February 2026.
  • The new ultra-slim and entry-level laptops are scheduled for release later in 2026.
  • Pricing information for the new laptops and the updated models has not yet been announced. Existing Alienware models have starting prices ranging from $1,100 to $2,670, weigh between 5.5 and 7.5 pounds, and measure at least 0.89 inches thick.

Dell is expected to provide further details during briefings at CES later in the week.