Alienware Announced Updated and Upgraded Lineup

We can finally talk about the new Alienware Lineup we have seen on the gamescom 2015. This Lineup includes

New Alienware X51 desktop boosts performance with liquid cooling on Intel Skylake CPUs and support for 4k gaming with Graphics Amplifier.
New Alienware notebooks offer 24 updates including patent-pending Dynamic Overclocking created specifically by Alienware to push maximum CPU performance.
Special Edition Alienware 18 marks the return of one of the most powerful gaming notebooks ever created.
Dell’s first gaming monitor supports unrivaled gameplay with a smooth and responsive view.

Alienware announced its new portfolio of products, featuring the next generation Alienware X51 gaming desktop, updated Alienware 13, 15 and 17 notebooks, and, back for a limited time, the Alienware 18 notebook and also the new Dell 27 Gaming Monitor, launching in late October.

Alienware X51 Desktop

The Alienware X51 is a “Alienware system for gaming events and tournaments around the world.” The upgraded X51 will offer a custom liquid cooling solution, as well as support for the Alienware Graphics Amplifier. According to Dell, “the unique CPU cooling solution reduces noise output and can push the latest 6th-gen Intel Core i5K and i7K unlocked processors to peak performance.” With the help of a Nvidia GTX 960 graphics, players will be able to enjoy 4k gaming when connected to the Graphics Amplifier and a 4k display. Both will be sold separately. They also confirmed, that because of the memory upgrades, this system will support DDR4 memory, new M.2 PCIe SSDs for increased bandwidth up to 4GB/s, and USB 3.1 ports that can drastically improve throughput when attaching select devices.

Alienware 13, 15 and 17 Notebooks

According to Dell, “the new Alienware notebooks offer over 20 updates and upgrades. Further they say, that “key improvements include patent-pending Dynamic Overclocking capabilities that constantly monitor temperature thresholds to ensure maximum CPU performance.” All new updated notebook includes USB Type-C ports for USB 3.1 and Thunderbolt 3 technology support, plus PCIe SSD technology for significant 4GB/s throughput. Alienware implemented Killer Wireless-AC 1535 and Killer E2400 High-Performance Gigabit Ethernet controllers. Dell confirmed, that all of these notebooks will also ship Windows 10, as well as support Windows 8.1. If user would like to extend to UltraHD 4k gaming, they have to be connected to an Alienware Graphics Amplifier featuring a 4k capable graphics card and an optional 4k display.

The Alienware 17 offers an optional Ultra 4k display with the latest IGZO technology. “The same IGZO technology is available in the new optional touch QHD+ resolution panel for the Alienware 13, which can now deliver longer battery life with the available 62WHr battery.” Further they write, that “the Alienware 15 is first to market and the only notebook configurable with the new AMD Radeon R9 M395X graphics.”

Alienware 18

The upgraded Alienware 18 returns with its 18 inch display, on-board dual graphics options and an overclocked and upgradeable CPU.

“This latest wave of products was inspired by our customers’ continued demand for more performance and innovation,” said Frank Azor, Co-founder and General Manager, Alienware. “The new liquid cooling system, extending Graphics Amplifier support, incorporating the latest component technology, and the Special Edition Alienware 18 are just the latest developments from nearly two decades of commitment to gamers and their needs.”

Gaming Displays

They announced also a new 27” Dell 27 Monitor (S2716DG) which is, according to them, “specially designed for gaming.” This monitor includes Nvidia’s G-Sync Gen II technology and a refresh rate at 144Hz, while its swift 1ms response rate offers virtually no input lag.

In addition to that, Dell also announced its first 27” curved monitor. This new Dell 27 Monitor (SE2716H) “provides gamers an amazing color contrast,” accordint to them. They also include in this model dual 9W speakers.