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say not everyone would want this desktop sitting in
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like its vibe. Taste is subjective, but Alienware nailed a
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and the backlit text on the Lunar Light model is also
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real thought went into it in terms of both engineering
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so it’s not too tall or deep; it’s thinner in front and
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Alienware
Aurora R10
Ryzen Edition
PROS AMD Ryzen 9
3950X processor in
our unit delivers
blistering
performance. Ready
for high-refresh 1440p
and 60fps 40K
gaming. Bold, modern
case design. Toolless
access to efficient
internal layout. Huge
array of configuration
options when
ordering.
CONS Expensive as
configured. Pricey
3950X not better for
gaming than less-
expensive high-end
chips. No-frills
motherboard and
internal layout. Not
everyone may love the
design.
BOTTOM LINE The
visually striking
Alienware Aurora R10
can be configured in a
variety of ways, but
our Ryzen 9
3950X-equipped
model is a
performance monster.
We just suggest
ordering a more cost-
effective
configuration unless
you’re a true power
user.