Alienware has a long history of packaging high end components into blisteringly fast computers that let you play games with the settings turned to 11. But until now you’ve only really had two choices: an Alienware laptop or a large desktop case. Today, a third option has been revealed, and it could fight for space under your TV next to your consoles.
The Alienware X51 is a desktop PC, but in a form factor that rivals the size of the PS3 or Xbox 360. It has been designed to offer high-end gaming, but in a much smaller footprint than a typical gaming rig. As you can see in the image below, the case measures just 95 x 343 x 318mm. For comparison, that makes it slightly larger than the original PS3.
Features
- Core i3-2120 3.3GHz with 3MB cache
- 4GB DDR3 memory
- 1TB 7,200rpm hard drive
- Nvidia GeForce GT545 with 1GB GDDR5
- Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit
- Slot-loading dual layer DVD burner
- Wireless-n WLAN half mini-card
- 7.1 HD sound with Waves Maxx Audio
- USB 2.0 (6) and 3.0 (2) ports
- Headphone out and microphone
- Gigabit Ethernet port
- HDMI 1.4 port
- 240 watt PSU
Prices start at a very reasonable $699, but will soon escalate if you select a Core i7 chip and GTX 555. By how much exactly has yet to be announced and you need to call to find out, but I’m sure the top configuration will exceed $1,000.
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