Alienware Aurora ALX

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 59 reviews of Alienware Aurora ALX. The average rating for this product is 4.2/5, compared to an average rating of 4.1/5 for other Desktops for all reviews. Reviewers are impressed by the usability. The design is also appreciated, whereas there are some critical views about the size and price.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Desktops the Alienware Aurora ALX is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 89/100 = Very good quality.

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Expert review by : Daniel S. Evans (pcmag.com)

Alienware Aurora ALX (Core i7)

The Alienware Aurora ALX (Core i7)'s new Aurora ALX has a brand new core i7-CPU and two high-end graphics cards encased in one of the coolest chassis I've seen in a long time.

Case Design. Very quiet. Core i7 CPU.

Expensive. No multimedia card reader. No expandability.

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Mar, 2010

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Expert review by : Rich Brown (cnet.com)

Alienware Aurora ALX - Athlon 64 FX 60 2.6 GHz review: Alienware Aurora ALX - Athlon 64 FX 60 2.6 GHz

Typically well-built Alienware gaming PC; most powerful desktop 3D graphics technology currently available.

Quad SLI doesn't offer enough bang for the buck.

Alienware's Quad SLI PC features four distinct 3D graphics processors, placing it among the most advanced consumer PCs around. But we're not convinced that this expensive Nvidia technology delivers enough 3D muscle for the money. Furthermore, we'd...

May, 2006

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Alienware Aurora ALX

When you by an Alienware gaming system you're making a statement. The Alienware Aurora ALX (Core i7) ($4,249 direct) gaming desktop is like buying a Porsche: You can certainly find other cars that go just as fast for a lower price, but they wouldn't...

Case Design. Very quiet. Core i7 CPU

Expensive. No multimedia card reader. No expandability

The latest iteration of Alienware's ALX line, the Alienware Aurora ALX (Core i7), is as flashy as its predecessor and just as powerful, but it will cost you an arm and a leg.

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Expert review by : Gordon Mah Ung (maximumpc.com)

Alienware Aurora ALX

One of the PC's weaknesses is the tendency to be generic. That's certainly not a weakness of Alienware's new Aurora ALX. Using a new redesigned chassis, there's no way your Aurora ALX will be confused with a bland black box.

Truly unique chassis with multicolor perimeter lighting

Needs backup drive for storage; outperformed by overclocked machines

That puts the ALX in a good place for folks who want a unique machine—without any of the hassles that can crop up with overclocking.

Feb, 2010

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Expert review by : Dave Freeman (crunchgear.com)

Review: Alienware Aurora ALX

Short version: The Aurora ALX is quite possibly the fastest computer I've ever used. It is in a word, amazing. The water cooling, thermally reactive venting system, and lighting combine to make a system that runs great, looks amazing, and has some...

Feb, 2010

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Expert review by : J.R. Nelson (desktopreview.com)

Alienware Aurora ALX Review

Alienware's new Aurora ALX is one of the four new offerings in Dell's rebranded gaming desktop line.

Stylish case, adv. lighting ; Water cooling ; Premium keyboard and mouse

Very loud ; Expensive ; Heavy

The Alienware Aurora ALX is an impressive piece of machinery. It represents a new face for Alienware and Dell by turning away from the style that's been their signature look for the past several years in favor of a new, harder, more...

Feb, 2010

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Expert review by : Stuart Davidson (hardwareheaven.com)

Alienware Aurora ALX Desktop

Alienware was formed in 1996 and in the first 10-years of their existence the company created a name for themselves in the enthusiast market. It did not matter if a consumer was looking for a high performance desktop, notebook or HTPC system because...

From testing the M15x and M17x laptops we knew that the acquisition of Alienware by Dell had provided both companies with the ability to release some very impressive products. Those two laptops were Performance award winners and the M15x which was one...

Dec, 2009

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Expert review by : Mathew Miranda (hothardware.com)

Alienware Aurora ALX Gaming System Preview

Well folks, its that time once again. The release of ATI's Radeon HD 5870 graphics card has caused quite a stir in the hardware industry. While enthusiasts scramble to find the coin to upgrade their systems, Alienware is providing an all inclusive...

In our limited time with Alienware's latest Aurora ALX, it provided the highest scores we've seen out of any of the systems recently reviewed at HotHardware. We expected it to do well due to its cutting edge hardware and configuration, but the extent...

Sep, 2009

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Expert review by : Jonathan Hung (pcper.com)

Alienware Aurora mALX 19" Gaming Notebook Review

Alienware holds nothing back when it comes to performance and screen size. The Aurora mALX is the fastest performing notebook we've tested, but be prepared to mortgage your home!

Apr, 2007

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Expert review by : Elias Plastiras (goodgearguide.com.au)

Alienware Aurora ALX gaming PC

A hardcore gaming PC with deadly looks and fast performance

Excellent performance, tool-less drive bays, customisable lights, neat internal construction

Micro-ATX motherboard doesn't leave room for add-in cards, only one hard drive

Not everyone will like the appearance of the Aurora ALX, but there's no denying that it's a powerful machine that will please most serious gamers. We like its design and construction. Although it's not a perfect PC, we think it's a worthy machine for...

Nov, 2009

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