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Feb 15, 2021 2:02 PM

Dell Alienware Aurora R11 Gaming Computer RTX 3080 $2599

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Microcenter has RTX 3080 boxes in stock, and the prices are impressive relative to Dell's website. Nearly impossible to find an RTX 3080 in any capacity, and I hope others agree that this is a great deal. Store pickup only.

Intel Core i9 10900KF 3.7GHz Processor
NVIDIA RTX 3080 10GB GDDR6X
32GB DDR4-3200 RAM
1TB SSD
10/100/1000 LAN + WiFi 6 WLAN
Windows 10 Pro

The Alienware Aurora now offers optional custom graphics designs based on NVIDIAs 2nd Gen RTX architecture. These custom designs are made with extensive thermals and an innovative airflow pattern engineered to prioritize graphics performance while complementing the Aurora chassis airflow as well.

https://www.microcenter.com/produ...g-computer

Update: Sold out at 18 of 25 stores.
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Microcenter has RTX 3080 boxes in stock, and the prices are impressive relative to Dell's website. Nearly impossible to find an RTX 3080 in any capacity, and I hope others agree that this is a great deal. Store pickup only.

Intel Core i9 10900KF 3.7GHz Processor
NVIDIA RTX 3080 10GB GDDR6X
32GB DDR4-3200 RAM
1TB SSD
10/100/1000 LAN + WiFi 6 WLAN
Windows 10 Pro

The Alienware Aurora now offers optional custom graphics designs based on NVIDIAs 2nd Gen RTX architecture. These custom designs are made with extensive thermals and an innovative airflow pattern engineered to prioritize graphics performance while complementing the Aurora chassis airflow as well.

https://www.microcenter.com/produ...g-computer

Update: Sold out at 18 of 25 stores.

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Feb 15, 2021 2:41 PM
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jborageFeb 15, 2021 2:41 PM
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You can save $250 by dropping down to the Intel 10700KF.

I guess if you figure a 3080 costs $1500 minimum, maybe $2000, then this starts to look like an OK deal. Personally, I don't care for the looks of it, and if I was spending this much on a system, I would want it to look good.
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Feb 15, 2021 3:39 PM
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CCHRI
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Feb 15, 2021 3:39 PM
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Quote from jborage View quoted comment :
You can save $250 by dropping down to the Intel 10700KF.

I guess if you figure a 3080 costs $1500 minimum, maybe $2000, then this starts to look like an OK deal. Personally, I don't care for the looks of it, and if I was spending this much on a system, I would want it to look good.
If someone's in the market for a similar machine; I'd say it's a great show on a solid price. I personally think it's a disservice to the community to post a negative comment and downvote because, "you don't care for the looks of it".
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Feb 15, 2021 3:48 PM
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CCHRI
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Feb 15, 2021 3:48 PM
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Quote from jborage View quoted comment :
You can save $250 by dropping down to the Intel 10700KF.

I guess if you figure a 3080 costs $1500 minimum, maybe $2000, then this starts to look like an OK deal. Personally, I don't care for the looks of it, and if I was spending this much on a system, I would want it to look good.
A much lower spec'd R11 just hit Amazon @ $2569. It includes the older and slower 10700KF processor, half the RAM, half the NVMe storage, and inferior cooling.
Last edited by CCHRI February 15, 2021 at 07:50 AM.
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Feb 15, 2021 6:37 PM
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zubikovFeb 15, 2021 6:37 PM
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This is insanely overpriced for a 3080 system right now. Get an iBuyPower or SkyTech gaming. Similar specs will be 100's cheaper. Just search for the 3070 iBuyPower deal going on now and upgrade to 3080 and a better processor, you'll stay under 2 grand.
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Feb 15, 2021 7:50 PM
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naruseFeb 15, 2021 7:50 PM
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Quote from zubikov View quoted comment :
This is insanely overpriced for a 3080 system right now. Get an iBuyPower or SkyTech gaming. Similar specs will be 100's cheaper. Just search for the 3070 iBuyPower deal going on now and upgrade to 3080 and a better processor, you'll stay under 2 grand.
This is rubbish. I'm literally looking at all the config sites right now and a similarly spec'd machine will be atleast this price, but probably closer to $3000.
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Feb 15, 2021 7:56 PM
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thedealsman440Feb 15, 2021 7:56 PM
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got one this morning. some dude got into a fight saying his son was in the car and he was using a different credit card so legally he is entitled to 2!

Feb 15, 2021 8:26 PM
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SventroyFeb 15, 2021 8:26 PM
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Quote from thedealsman440 View quoted comment :
got one this morning. some dude got into a fight saying his son was in the car and he was using a different credit card so legally he is entitled to 2!
It's always fun when people argue about store policies...'legally' has nothing to do with it. Stop trying to scam the system bro.

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Feb 16, 2021 2:16 PM
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zubikovFeb 16, 2021 2:16 PM
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Quote from naruse View quoted comment :
This is rubbish. I'm literally looking at all the config sites right now and a similarly spec'd machine will be atleast this price, but probably closer to $3000.
Skytech Gaming, go to prebuilt PCs on their site. There's a Ryzen 3700x + RTX 3080 system w/ a 1TB Firecuda 520 NVME for $2,299. They have better cooling than the Alienware. They don't charge tax. 100s of dollars cheaper that this deal. The iBuyPower deal expired last night, so that is gone.

https://skytechgaming.com/product...-16gb-ram/
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Feb 16, 2021 10:42 PM
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turkletontFeb 16, 2021 10:42 PM
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Quote from naruse View quoted comment :
This is rubbish. I'm literally looking at all the config sites right now and a similarly spec'd machine will be atleast this price, but probably closer to $3000.
as of a few weeks ago last time i checked you could stay under $2,500 for sure.. but they had log wait times.. or i think ibuypower wouldnt even let u put 3080 in your config lol.

Thing about cyberpower is I guarantee a $2,500 machine will across the board have better parts than this assembly line junk they just sloppily throw in whatever is cheapest. this dell alienware probably has properietary mobo/gpu no? some random crappy PSU, etc. Better to research and pick your own parts, know the airflow and cooling will be sufficient, know you can upgrade/replace stuff yourself later,etc etc etc.
Feb 18, 2021 12:19 PM
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ride_dirtFeb 18, 2021 12:19 PM
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Quote from zubikov View quoted comment :
This is insanely overpriced for a 3080 system right now. Get an iBuyPower or SkyTech gaming. Similar specs will be 100's cheaper. Just search for the 3070 iBuyPower deal going on now and upgrade to 3080 and a better processor, you'll stay under 2 grand.
Dude not insanely priced at all. You mush not know about pc parts.... you state a 3070. They go for less than 1k right now. 3080's go for 2k. Then you get over $600 in a cpu and mobo. This is over priced by only a few hundred and today that is not a bad deal at all
Feb 18, 2021 12:21 PM
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ride_dirtFeb 18, 2021 12:21 PM
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Quote from zubikov View quoted comment :
Skytech Gaming, go to prebuilt PCs on their site. There's a Ryzen 3700x + RTX 3080 system w/ a 1TB Firecuda 520 NVME for $2,299. They have better cooling than the Alienware. They don't charge tax. 100s of dollars cheaper that this deal. The iBuyPower deal expired last night, so that is gone.

https://skytechgaming.com/product...-16gb-ram/
comparing a 3700x to a 10900k. Cause that makes sense
Feb 18, 2021 12:23 PM
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ride_dirtFeb 18, 2021 12:23 PM
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I'll be going with the 100$ cheaper cyber power machine. Better deal and way nicer case. Plus good cooling. Also might sign up for a Cc and get 125$ off. Plus let's not forget the half price sales tax for the NJ store!
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Feb 23, 2021 11:44 PM
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AUSSIE2UFeb 23, 2021 11:44 PM
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Microcenter just had this deal as an open box for $2300. I added to cart, checked out, and within 15min they cancelled it with no reason given. Someone in the store must have realized there was a near $2000 video card inside...

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