Testseek.co.uk have collected 40 expert reviews of the Alienware Aurora R5 and the average rating is 85%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Alienware Aurora R5.
October 2016
(85%)
40 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Living in a one-bedroom apartment right now and moving into a home with a small, shared office, I'm looking at the Aurora R5 like the apes in the first scene of 2001: A Space Odyssey. OK, but seriously, it looks like Alienware's Aurora update was well wor...
Smaller than your average mid-tower, Strong all-round performance, Good choice of CPU/GPU options, Multiple tool-free upgrade options, Subtle RGB lighting effects, Excellent connectivity, Doesn't get too loud
Plastic exterior lacks premium feel, Top configurations are pricey
The latest-generation Alienware Aurora desktop serves as an attractive option for anyone looking to take their first steps into the world of PC gaming.Adopting a more compact profile than your average mid-tower, the chassis is reasonably sleek with su...
Published: 2016-07-28, Author: Chris , review by: hothardware.com
Compact, sharp-looking case, Solid, steel-frame construction, High-end specs and performance, True 4K and VR gaming potential, Overclocking headroom, Tool-less upgradeability, Capacity for Dual GPU configurations, Fully modular PSU, Low-key LED accent lights
A little noisy under heavy OC loads, All plastic external skins, Some configurations can be pricey
The Alienware Aurora R5 is a surprisingly difficult desktop PC to nail down with a simple description. Let's get the easy observations out of the way first. It's a fantastic performer at a reasonable price. It looks great on the outside and is intelligent...
Stellar gaming performance, as equipped, Very quiet under load, Futuristic-looking, relatively compact design, Tool-less access to internals
Adding options quickly boosts the price, All-plastic exterior, and bare-steel case inside, Limited hard drive storage expandability for a mid-tower
Impressively dense with PC-gaming power, the rebooted Aurora packs flair and fast frame rates in equal measure. Only some quibbles about the case materials keep it from an Editors' Choice pick. Read More…...
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Published: 2016-07-06, Author: Michael , review by: tomsguide.com
When stacked up against Alienware's full lineup of gaming PCs, everything about the Aurora feels just right. The company's living-room-ready X51 lacks powerful GPU options, while the highest-end Area 51 offers all of the graphics muscle you could want at...
It has a few minor issues, but for its price you'll get getting a rock-solid gaming PC. Definitely worth considering if you're looking to get something upgradable.(previously published in issue February 2017)...
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Published: 2016-10-12, Author: Vincent , review by: straitstimes.com
Abstract: Dell has taken more than four years to introduce a new version of its Alienware Aurora gaming desktop. But the cleverly designed Aurora R5 is worth waiting for.For starters, its chassis is surprisingly compact. It is much shorter than a standard mid-tower...
