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Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX (30MB Cache), 32GB DDR5-SDRAM, 1000GB SSD, 40.6 cm (16") WQXGA 2560 x 1600 WVA, Intel Graphics, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 (8GB GDDR7), LAN, WLAN, Webcam, Windows 11 Home 64-bit
Intentional design
A comfortable, efficient design that doesn't need a thermal shelf, increasing mobility without sacrificing performance.
Optimised power
Play demanding games with up to 155W Total Performance Power (TPP).
Innovative cooling
A newly designed Cryo-Chamber structure focuses airflow to the core components, where it matters most.
Brilliant display
Go deeper into games with a 16" WQXGA 240Hz display with 500 nits brightness.
Premium build
16X Aurora is designed with premium materials, such as anodised aluminium on the top and bottom panels and magnesium alloy interior frame, with an iridescent Alienware logo on the lid.
Fluid contours
Soft, smooth contours make the laptop more comfortable to hold, complimented by a stunning new colourway, Interstellar Indigo, with a satin finish.
Comfort ensured
Opening and closing your laptop lid just got easier thanks to an angled front edge. Plus, a gently pillowed palm rest ensures comfort during any gaming session.
Up to 155W
Total Performance Power is the combined maximum of TGP and TDP, enhancing overall performance across all you do.
Up to 115W
Total Graphics Power means higher GPU performance with more realistic gameplay.
Up to 55W
CPU Thermal Design Power means full power devoted towards processing tasks in real-time.
Ray tracing redefined
Experience cinematic realism with full ray tracing and breakthrough neural rendering technologies. From stunning light reflections to intricate shadows, your in-game world looks better than ever.
AI-boosted gameplay
Unleash next-level performance and image quality with DLSS 4. Achieve ultra-smooth frame rates with Multi Frame Generation and enhanced Ray Reconstruction.
Competitive advantage
Compete faster with NVIDIA® Reflex 2 technology featuring Frame Warp, which further reduces latency based on the game’s latest mouse input.
Unparalleled video playback
The RTX 50 Series redefines how you enjoy your favourite movies, shows and videos. With advanced AI-powered upscaling and buttery-smooth playback, immerse yourself in vibrant colours, stunning clarity and flawless streaming.
Immersive entertainment
Rethink how you stream, chat or create content with NVIDIA Broadcast’s advanced AI enhancements. Clear your audio, upgrade your video, and craft your AI-powered home studio effortlessly.
CPU
Ensures everything runs smoothly and as expected; like controlling non-player characters, calculating realistic physics, translating a button press into an action, and triggering sound effects at the right time in the game.
NPU
Uses AI with compatible livestreaming software to remove your background thus offloading this performance demand from the CPU or GPU.
iGPU
Delivers graphics rendering capabilities and imagery editing power at home and on the go.
Intentional airflow
Air is strategically pulled in above the keyboard and in the Cryo-Chamber, and out four exhaust vents on the sides.
Quiet and cool
Expertly designed fans keep the system running smoothly and quietly.
Built to last
Efficient thermal design protects internal components and extends the life of the system.
Dual fans
Two fans with ultra-thin blades pull cool air in from the top and bottom; exhaust hot air out 4 vents to help enable higher performance.
Copper heat pipes
Three copper heat pipes dissipate heat from the CPU and GPU ensuring seamless gaming.
We know gaming. Talk directly to our elite Alienware support experts, anytime.
Support Essential
Accidents happen. Alienware Elite Care includes Accidental Damage Service for fast and seamless repairs due to drops, spills and electrical surges.
SupportAssist Technology
Your personal wingman to keep you gaming at peak performance – predicting and resolving issues before they occur.
Convenient presets
Maximise your gameplay with performance presets for the power you need, no matter what you're doing.
Performance overlay
Manage and see CPU, GPU, memory and thermals stats without exiting the game.
AlienFX
Customise your setup with lighting settings that extend to all your Alienware accessories, as well as key binds and calibration.
AlienVision
Toggle external Alienware monitor hardware-based overlays on/off to help you focus on the targets at hand.
Must-have gaming performance in a stunning, streamlined design featuring Intel® Core™ Ultra processors, a WQXGA 240Hz 500 nits display and a stylish anodised aluminium lid and bottom cover.
Alienware AC16251 Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX Laptop 40.6 cm (16") WQXGA 32 GB DDR5-SDRAM 1 TB SSD NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) Windows 11 Home UK English Indigo
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£1,563.93 GBP
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Key Features
- Windows 11 Home 64-bit
- Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX (30MB Cache)
- 40.6 cm (16") WQXGA 2560 x 1600 WVA, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 (8GB GDDR7)
- 32GB DDR5-SDRAM (2 x 16) & 1000GB SSD
Reasons To Buy
Pure performance in a streamlined design
Alienware 16X Aurora delivers an immersive gaming-first experience in a sleek design. Get the performance you need, anywhere – powered by Intel® Core™ Ultra HX processors (Series 2) and up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX™ 5070 Laptop GPUs.Intentional design
A comfortable, efficient design that doesn't need a thermal shelf, increasing mobility without sacrificing performance.
Optimised power
Play demanding games with up to 155W Total Performance Power (TPP).
Innovative cooling
A newly designed Cryo-Chamber structure focuses airflow to the core components, where it matters most.
Brilliant display
Go deeper into games with a 16" WQXGA 240Hz display with 500 nits brightness.
Engineered for effortless comfort
Intentionally designed for comfortable, everyday use. Alienware 16X Aurora’s streamlined design offers advanced thermal support without the need for a rear thermal shelf. The laptop’s smaller profile makes it an easy fit into bags and backpacks for on-the-go performance.Premium build
16X Aurora is designed with premium materials, such as anodised aluminium on the top and bottom panels and magnesium alloy interior frame, with an iridescent Alienware logo on the lid.
Fluid contours
Soft, smooth contours make the laptop more comfortable to hold, complimented by a stunning new colourway, Interstellar Indigo, with a satin finish.
Comfort ensured
Opening and closing your laptop lid just got easier thanks to an angled front edge. Plus, a gently pillowed palm rest ensures comfort during any gaming session.
All the power you need
The perfect balance of performance and portability in a stunning chassis. Ready to run your favourite games seamlessly with up to 155W Total Performance Power.Up to 155W
Total Performance Power is the combined maximum of TGP and TDP, enhancing overall performance across all you do.
Up to 115W
Total Graphics Power means higher GPU performance with more realistic gameplay.
Up to 55W
CPU Thermal Design Power means full power devoted towards processing tasks in real-time.
Ready for tomorrow
With ample storage and memory, Aurora is built to game and multitask today and beyond. This laptop features two upgradeable PCIe Gen 4 SSD slots and two user-upgradeable DDR5 SO-DIMM memory slots.Game changing graphics
Step into the future of gaming and creation with NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 50 Series Laptop GPUs, powered by NVIDIA® Blackwell and AI. Designed to push boundaries, RTX 50 Series with NVIDIA® Max-Q delivers optimised battery life and performance and jaw-dropping graphics fidelity—perfect for those who demand the extraordinary on the go.Ray tracing redefined
Experience cinematic realism with full ray tracing and breakthrough neural rendering technologies. From stunning light reflections to intricate shadows, your in-game world looks better than ever.
AI-boosted gameplay
Unleash next-level performance and image quality with DLSS 4. Achieve ultra-smooth frame rates with Multi Frame Generation and enhanced Ray Reconstruction.
Competitive advantage
Compete faster with NVIDIA® Reflex 2 technology featuring Frame Warp, which further reduces latency based on the game’s latest mouse input.
Unparalleled video playback
The RTX 50 Series redefines how you enjoy your favourite movies, shows and videos. With advanced AI-powered upscaling and buttery-smooth playback, immerse yourself in vibrant colours, stunning clarity and flawless streaming.
Immersive entertainment
Rethink how you stream, chat or create content with NVIDIA Broadcast’s advanced AI enhancements. Clear your audio, upgrade your video, and craft your AI-powered home studio effortlessly.
Intelligent processing
Intel® Core™ Ultra HX processors integrate CPU, built-in GPU and NPU into a single package designed for AI acceleration and balanced performance across your favourite things to do.CPU
Ensures everything runs smoothly and as expected; like controlling non-player characters, calculating realistic physics, translating a button press into an action, and triggering sound effects at the right time in the game.
NPU
Uses AI with compatible livestreaming software to remove your background thus offloading this performance demand from the CPU or GPU.
iGPU
Delivers graphics rendering capabilities and imagery editing power at home and on the go.
Precision cooling for maximum efficiency
The new Cryo-Chamber design optimises airflow, cooling and performance.Intentional airflow
Air is strategically pulled in above the keyboard and in the Cryo-Chamber, and out four exhaust vents on the sides.
Quiet and cool
Expertly designed fans keep the system running smoothly and quietly.
Built to last
Efficient thermal design protects internal components and extends the life of the system.
Advanced thermals for extended play
Our advanced cooling technology, Alienware Cryo-tech™, is designed to maintain system stability even during the most demanding sessions.Dual fans
Two fans with ultra-thin blades pull cool air in from the top and bottom; exhaust hot air out 4 vents to help enable higher performance.
Copper heat pipes
Three copper heat pipes dissipate heat from the CPU and GPU ensuring seamless gaming.
Encounter total gameplay immersion
Get the full Alienware experience, anywhere, with a brilliant screen, intuitive design and seamless connectivity.Blend into any environment
Activate Stealth Mode with F7 to turn AlienFX RGB keyboard lighting to white and switch performance to Quiet Mode for a more subtle, covert experience.Alienware Elite Care
Next-Level Gaming SupportWe know gaming. Talk directly to our elite Alienware support experts, anytime.
Support Essential
Accidents happen. Alienware Elite Care includes Accidental Damage Service for fast and seamless repairs due to drops, spills and electrical surges.
SupportAssist Technology
Your personal wingman to keep you gaming at peak performance – predicting and resolving issues before they occur.
Total command
Control more than ever with Alienware Command Center.Convenient presets
Maximise your gameplay with performance presets for the power you need, no matter what you're doing.
Performance overlay
Manage and see CPU, GPU, memory and thermals stats without exiting the game.
AlienFX
Customise your setup with lighting settings that extend to all your Alienware accessories, as well as key binds and calibration.
AlienVision
Toggle external Alienware monitor hardware-based overlays on/off to help you focus on the targets at hand.
Make everyday easier
Windows 11 comes with a modern design and multitasking tools to help you make everyday easier.Windows Copilot Key
With one click, you have instant access to Copilot in Windows – Your own personal AI assistant. Get real answers, inspiration and solutions at your fingertips.Get your game on
Play hundreds of PC games, and day one blockbusters with your new Alienware PC and PC Game Pass — including EA play. With new games added all the time, there’s always something new to play.Description
Essential power. No distractions.Must-have gaming performance in a stunning, streamlined design featuring Intel® Core™ Ultra processors, a WQXGA 240Hz 500 nits display and a stylish anodised aluminium lid and bottom cover.
Specifications
| Design | |
|---|---|
| Product type | Laptop |
| Market positioning | Gaming |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
| Product colour | Indigo |
| Display | |
| HD type | WQXGA |
| Pixel density | 189 ppi |
| Panel type | WVA |
| Display brightness | 500 cd/m² |
| Contrast ratio (typical) | 1000:1 |
| Touchscreen | No |
| Display resolution | 2560 x 1600 pixels |
| Display diagonal | 40.6 cm (16") |
| Anti-glare screen | Yes |
| Maximum refresh rate | 240 Hz |
| RGB colour space | DCI-P3 |
| Colour gamut | 100% |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:10 |
| Display technology marketing name | ComfortView Plus |
| Low Blue Light technology | Yes |
| Processor | |
| Processor generation | Intel Core Ultra (Series 2) |
| Processor cache | 30 MB |
| Processor model | 255HX |
| Processor boost frequency | 5.2 GHz |
| Processor cores | 20 |
| Processor threads | 20 |
| Processor manufacturer | Intel |
| Processor family | Intel Core Ultra 7 |
| Processor base power | 55 W |
| Maximum turbo power | 160 W |
| Efficient-core base frequency | 1.8 GHz |
| Performance-core base frequency | 2.4 GHz |
| Efficient-core Max Turbo Frequency | 4.5 GHz |
| Performance-core Max Turbo Frequency | 5.2 GHz |
| Performance cores | 8 |
| Efficient cores | 12 |
| Neural processor unit (NPU) | |
| Neural processor unit (NPU) | Intel AI Boost |
| Sparsity support | Yes |
| Windows Studio effects support | Yes |
| AI software frameworks supported by NPU | DirectML, OpenVINO, Windows ML, ONNX RT, WebNN |
| Total processor performance up to | 33 TOPs |
| NPU performance up to | 13 TOPs |
| GPU performance up to | 8 TOPs |
| Memory | |
| Memory form factor | SO-DIMM |
| Internal memory | 32 GB |
| Memory layout (slots x size) | 2 x 16 GB |
| Internal memory type | DDR5-SDRAM |
| Memory slots | 2x SO-DIMM |
| Maximum internal memory | 64 GB |
| Non-ECC | Yes |
| Memory data transfer rate | 5600 MT/s |
| Storage | |
| SSD form factor | M.2 |
| Storage media | SSD |
| Optical drive type | No |
| Number of SSDs installed | 1 |
| SSD capacity | 1 TB |
| SSD interface | PCI Express 4.0 |
| Total storage capacity | 1 TB |
| Total SSDs capacity | 1 TB |
| NVMe | Yes |
| Graphics | |
| Discrete graphics card | Yes |
| Discrete graphics card memory | 8 GB |
| NVIDIA G-SYNC | Yes |
| On-board graphics card family | Intel Graphics |
| On-board graphics card | Yes |
| On-board graphics card model | Intel Graphics |
| Discrete graphics card model | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 |
| Discrete graphics memory type | GDDR7 |
| Discrete GPU manufacturer | NVIDIA |
| On-board GPU manufacturer | Intel |
| Audio | |
| Audio chip | Realtek ALC3204 |
| Number of microphones | 2 |
| Audio system | High Definition Audio |
| Number of built-in speakers | 2 |
| Speaker power | 2.5 W |
| Built-in microphone | Yes |
| Camera | |
| Front camera | Yes |
| Front camera resolution (numeric) | 2.07 MP |
| Front camera resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
| Video capturing speed | 30 fps |
| Front camera HD type | Full HD |
| Infrared (IR) camera | Yes |
| Optical drive | |
| Optical drive type | No |
| Network | |
| Mobile network connection | No |
| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) |
| WLAN controller model | MediaTek MT7925 |
| Wi-Fi standards | 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 10,100,1000 Mbit/s |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| MIMO type | Multi User MIMO |
| MIMO | Yes |
| Antenna type | 2x2 |
| WLAN controller manufacturer | MediaTek |
| Wi-Fi band | Tri-band (2.4 GHz / 5 GHz / 6 GHz) |
| Ports & interfaces | |
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity | 2 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-C ports quantity | 0 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-C ports quantity | 1 |
| USB Type-C DisplayPort Alternate Mode | Yes |
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 0 |
| HDMI ports quantity | 1 |
| HDMI version | 2.1 |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 1 |
| Combo headphone/mic port | Yes |
| USB Power Delivery (USB PD) | Yes |
| Thunderbolt 4 ports quantity | 1 |
| Intel® Thunderbolt 4 | Yes |
| DC-in jack | Yes |
| Keyboard | |
| Pointing device | Touchpad |
| Numeric keypad | Yes |
| Keyboard backlit | Yes |
| Keyboard language | UK English |
| Keyboard backlit colour | RGB |
| Keyboard backlit zone | 1-zone RGB |
| Software | |
| Operating system architecture | 64-bit |
| Trial software | McAfee + Premium 1-year,Activate Your Microsoft 365 For A 30 Day Trial |
| Operating system installed | Windows 11 Home |
| Technical details | |
| Market positioning | Gaming |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
| Product colour | Indigo |
| Discrete graphics card memory | 8 GB |
| Brand-specific features | |
| Brand specific technologies | Express Charge Boost capable |
| Battery | |
| Battery technology | Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) |
| Number of battery cells | 6 |
| Battery capacity | 96 Wh |
| Battery recharge time | 3 h |
| Battery voltage | 11.7 V |
| Fast charging | Yes |
| Battery charge indicator | Yes |
| Battery weight | 351 g |
| Power | |
| AC adapter power | 180 W |
| AC adapter frequency | 50 - 60 Hz |
| AC adapter input voltage | 100 - 240 V |
| AC adapter output voltage | 19.5 V |
| USB Power Delivery (USB PD) | Yes |
| USB Type-C charging port | Yes |
| USB Type-C required charging power (min) | 90 W |
| USB Type-C required charging power (max) | 100 W |
| DC-in jack | Yes |
| Operational conditions | |
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 0 - 35 °C |
| Storage temperature (T-T) | -40 - 65 °C |
| Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 10 - 90% |
| Storage relative humidity (H-H) | 5 - 95% |
| Operating altitude | -15.2 - 3048 m |
| Non-operating altitude | -15.2 - 10668 m |
| Operating shock | 140 G |
| Operating vibration | 0.66 G |
| Weight & dimensions | |
| Width | 357 mm |
| Depth | 265.4 mm |
| Height (front) | 1.92 cm |
| Height (rear) | 1.63 cm |
| Weight | 2.66 kg |
| Packaging data | |
| AC adapter included | Yes |
| Packaging content | |
| AC adapter included | Yes |
| Other features | |
| WLAN controller model | MediaTek MT7925 |
| On-board graphics card | Yes |
| Audio system | High Definition Audio |
| AC adapter included | Yes |
| Anti-glare screen | Yes |
Shipping & Returns
Orders are delivered within 1-3 business days. We accept returns in 14 days after delivery. For more specific information, please read our Shipping Policy and Refund Policy.