One of the key complaints that PC gaming enthusiasts have leveled against Dell's Alienware gaming machines in recent years is their continued use of proprietary components. Things have improved in ...

In a move made to appeal to DIY PC enthusiasts, Dell has unveiled a specialized Alienware kit designed to integrate third-party motherboards into their systems. This kit, which costs $35 according to ...

You’ll be able to freely upgrade the 2025 Area-51 gaming PC — and maybe future ones as well. You’ll be able to freely upgrade the 2025 Area-51 gaming PC — and ...

The Area-51 uses the X870E motherboard and can be configured with the Ryzen 7 9800X3D or the Ryzen 9 9950X3D. Both processors include AMD’s 3D V-cache technology, which improves access to game data ...

Commentary: QR codes printed directly onto the machine make it easy for someone like me to upgrade my components with confidence. Shannon is a CNET Perspectives Contributor and YouTube content creator ...

The Alienware Area-51 namesake is one I've known since I was a young gamer. Ever since my early years playing the Myst series and Fury 3 on my father's computer, the importance of understanding the ...