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Dell Alienware Aurora R12 Desktop: i7 11700F, 8GB DDR4, 256GB SSD, RTX 3080

or less w/ SD Cashback (PC Req'd)

$2,026

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Dell Member & Purchase Program has Dell Alienware Aurora R12 Gaming Desktop on sale for $2025.94 when you follow directions below. To earn 2.5% in Slickdeals Cashback, before purchase, follow the cashback instructions below. Shipping is free.

Thanks community member Archaea for sharing this deal

Follow Directions Below for Price:
  1. Click here and Select BASE Alienware Aurora R12 Gaming Desktop (priced at $1077.99), and Click "Customize & Buy"
  2. On following Page, Upgrade Processor to: to 11th Gen Intel Core i7 11700F (8-Core, 16MB Cache) (priced at +$147)
  3. Upgrade Graphics to: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 10GB GDDR6X (priced at +$852.60)
  4. Upgrade Hard Drive to: 256GB M.2 PCIe NVMe SSD (priced at +$29.40)
  5. Under Chassis Options: Under Liquid Cooling: Upgrade to: Dark Side of the Moon chassis with High-Performance CPU Liquid Cooling and 1000W Power Supply (priced at +$147)
  6. Under Mouse: Select No Mouse (for -$2.94)
  7. Add to cart for Pre-Coupon total of $2253.99
  8. Click here to Subscribe to emails for Unique 10% Off Code
    • Check your inbox or spam folder for email w/ coupon code; may take 30 minutes or more to arrive
  9. Once Unique Code arrives via email, apply in cart
  10. Apply $50 Off promo code 50OFF699 in cart
  11. Your total should be $2025.94 (BUT may vary slightly) with free shipping.
Specs:
  • 11th Gen Intel Core i7 11700F Processor (8-Core, 16MB Cache, 2.5GHz to 4.9GHz w/Intel Turbo Boost Max)
  • 8GB DDR4 XMP at 3200MHz RAM
  • 256GB M.2 PCIe NVMe Solid State Drive
  • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 10GB GDDR6X Graphics
  • Dark Side of the Moon Chassis with High-Performance CPU Liquid Cooling and 1000W Power Supply
  • Dell Wireless DW1810 (1x1) 802.11ac with Wi-Fi, Wireless LAN, Bluetooth 5.0
  • Windows 10 Home 64-bit
  • Front Ports:
    • 2x Type-A USB 3.2 Gen 1
    • 1x Type-A USB 3.2 Gen 1 Ports with Powershare Technology
    • Type-C USB 3.2 Gen 1 Port with Powershare Technology
    • Headphone/Line Out
    • Microphone/Line In
  • Rear Ports:
    • SPDIF Digital Output (Coax)
    • SPDIF Digital Output (TOSLINK)
    • RJ-45 Killer E3100G Gigabit Ethernet
    • 6x Type-A USB 2.0 Ports
    • Type-C USB 3.2 Gen 2 with Powershare Technology (up to 15W)
    • Type-A USB 3.2 Gen 2
    • Microphone In
    • 3x Type-A USB 3.2 Gen 1
Cashback Instructions (On PC or Laptop Only):
  • If you don't already have it, Install the Slickdeals Extension (Click Install Now) Note: if you already have the extension but have not enrolled in SD Rewards, click through the link to complete enrollment.
  • Sign-in or Create a Slickdeals account after installation. You need to have an account so we know where to send your rewards points.
  • IMPORTANT: To receive the Cashback Offer, disable adblockers and other cashback and coupon shopping extensions. If you don't disable them, you may not get credit for this offer from Slickdeals. You can find your extensions under "Manage Extensions" in your browser.
  • Next go to Dell using the links above and you should see a prompt stating 2.5% cashback, if not open the extension and click "Activate Cashback"
  • Proceed to checkout
  • Track your purchases here: Redemption Portal
  • Notes: Purchases can take up to 2 weeks to show up. We're working on speeding up this process as we continue to test out this Beta Program.

Editor's Notes

Written by slickdewmaster | Staff
  • Includes 1-Year Hardware Warranty with Onsite/In-Home Service After Remote Diagnosis
  • Details of Dell's return policy can be found here.
  • Refer to forum thread for additional deal saving ideas and further deal discussion

Original Post

Written by Archaea
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Dell Member & Purchase Program has Dell Alienware Aurora R12 Gaming Desktop on sale for $2025.94 when you follow directions below. To earn 2.5% in Slickdeals Cashback, before purchase, follow the cashback instructions below. Shipping is free.

Thanks community member Archaea for sharing this deal

Follow Directions Below for Price:
  1. Click here and Select BASE Alienware Aurora R12 Gaming Desktop (priced at $1077.99), and Click "Customize & Buy"
  2. On following Page, Upgrade Processor to: to 11th Gen Intel Core i7 11700F (8-Core, 16MB Cache) (priced at +$147)
  3. Upgrade Graphics to: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 10GB GDDR6X (priced at +$852.60)
  4. Upgrade Hard Drive to: 256GB M.2 PCIe NVMe SSD (priced at +$29.40)
  5. Under Chassis Options: Under Liquid Cooling: Upgrade to: Dark Side of the Moon chassis with High-Performance CPU Liquid Cooling and 1000W Power Supply (priced at +$147)
  6. Under Mouse: Select No Mouse (for -$2.94)
  7. Add to cart for Pre-Coupon total of $2253.99
  8. Click here to Subscribe to emails for Unique 10% Off Code
    • Check your inbox or spam folder for email w/ coupon code; may take 30 minutes or more to arrive
  9. Once Unique Code arrives via email, apply in cart
  10. Apply $50 Off promo code 50OFF699 in cart
  11. Your total should be $2025.94 (BUT may vary slightly) with free shipping.
Specs:
  • 11th Gen Intel Core i7 11700F Processor (8-Core, 16MB Cache, 2.5GHz to 4.9GHz w/Intel Turbo Boost Max)
  • 8GB DDR4 XMP at 3200MHz RAM
  • 256GB M.2 PCIe NVMe Solid State Drive
  • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 10GB GDDR6X Graphics
  • Dark Side of the Moon Chassis with High-Performance CPU Liquid Cooling and 1000W Power Supply
  • Dell Wireless DW1810 (1x1) 802.11ac with Wi-Fi, Wireless LAN, Bluetooth 5.0
  • Windows 10 Home 64-bit
  • Front Ports:
    • 2x Type-A USB 3.2 Gen 1
    • 1x Type-A USB 3.2 Gen 1 Ports with Powershare Technology
    • Type-C USB 3.2 Gen 1 Port with Powershare Technology
    • Headphone/Line Out
    • Microphone/Line In
  • Rear Ports:
    • SPDIF Digital Output (Coax)
    • SPDIF Digital Output (TOSLINK)
    • RJ-45 Killer E3100G Gigabit Ethernet
    • 6x Type-A USB 2.0 Ports
    • Type-C USB 3.2 Gen 2 with Powershare Technology (up to 15W)
    • Type-A USB 3.2 Gen 2
    • Microphone In
    • 3x Type-A USB 3.2 Gen 1
Cashback Instructions (On PC or Laptop Only):
  • If you don't already have it, Install the Slickdeals Extension (Click Install Now) Note: if you already have the extension but have not enrolled in SD Rewards, click through the link to complete enrollment.
  • Sign-in or Create a Slickdeals account after installation. You need to have an account so we know where to send your rewards points.
  • IMPORTANT: To receive the Cashback Offer, disable adblockers and other cashback and coupon shopping extensions. If you don't disable them, you may not get credit for this offer from Slickdeals. You can find your extensions under "Manage Extensions" in your browser.
  • Next go to Dell using the links above and you should see a prompt stating 2.5% cashback, if not open the extension and click "Activate Cashback"
  • Proceed to checkout
  • Track your purchases here: Redemption Portal
  • Notes: Purchases can take up to 2 weeks to show up. We're working on speeding up this process as we continue to test out this Beta Program.

Editor's Notes

Written by slickdewmaster | Staff
  • Includes 1-Year Hardware Warranty with Onsite/In-Home Service After Remote Diagnosis
  • Details of Dell's return policy can be found here.
  • Refer to forum thread for additional deal saving ideas and further deal discussion

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Written by Archaea

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Alright folks, as requested I created a video with a step-by-step to replace the front fan and repaste the RTX 3080 GPU. The temps in my machine decreased from 110 degree memory junction down to 76 degrees following these relatively simple mods. Not too bad.

I'm not a youtuber, simply created this video for your benefit to maximize the performance of the unit. Here is a link:
https://youtu.be/YklybEdoKIM
"Dell Aurora R12 RTX 3080 Repaste and Fan optimization - Easy 30 degree temp difference fix!"

Enjoy.
You and everyone else. Everyone coming to slickdeals and posting these 3080 deals from dell don't understand that they will not actually ship.

I've done it twice now. Both times they delayed my shipment every month. My first order took 5 months of delays before they finally cancelled and gave me a crappy 10% coupon that expires in June. Everyone on reddit knows not to bother posting these dell builds because dell doesn't ship. They simply take your payment information, add you to their mailer list, sell your information to other companies, cancel your order and enjoy the profits of their farmed mailer list of people who want the latest technology.

Dell is trash tier right now, hell I'd even trust Newegg over Dell when it comes to 3080 products, and that's embarrassing to say.


https://www.ign.com/articles/dell...-hot-price <- IGN did an article on this already. It was full of $1500 3080 builds and links.

Trust me, these guys aren't shipping. Feel free to reply here with a picture of it actually arriving if you think you can prove me wrong.

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Mar 21, 2021
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Tidal_Dreams
Mar 21, 2021
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Quote from TheZander :
You are correct. Their margin on these at $2000 is about 20%, and that is entirely fair for building a high powered system for someone and giving them free, fast shipping on such a large, heavy item.

I have seen one of these in person, inside and out. I got it handle it a bit, too. The thermals are absolutely middle of the road. Even though it's cramped, the airflow over the GPU and CPU are not bad. For gaming your temps will be reasonable. If you're heating up that GDDR6X or pushing the overclocks, you'll want to do whatever you can to improve the thermals. Some options:

1. Better fans
2. Thermal pads on GPU
3. Upgrade to the liquid CPU cooling option or add a liquid cooler yourself.

These custom 3080s aren't bad, but they're not great either. The reports of high temps are accurate, but they aren't any hotter than say, your average Gigabyte or Zotac.

The stock fans are noisy when they ramp up to compensate for thermals at heavy loads.

The case is plasticky and not attractive at all. The very front of the case looks decent, but the sides look like plastic toys up close, and the whole computer feels cheap.

The inside looks straight outta the year 2000 Dell build. Typical plain, thick metal insides, unlike the Omen that HP feels comfortable putting a tempered glass panel on.

I ordered one, and I don't expect a cancellation. It's actually a pretty solid PC for the money. I plan to replace the thermal pads on the 3080, as I want it to last. The plan is for this to be my primary gaming PC for some time.

This is WAY easier and more doable than trying to personally aquire all these parts, especially the GPU, and assemble it yourself.

My biggest gripe is honestly the green PCB on the 3080 if I decide to put it into a prettier case with tempered glass. 🙁
How is their margin 20% when the 3080's are worth $2k by themselves? lol
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Tidal_Dreams
Mar 21, 2021
349 Posts
Quote from bearsworth8 :
They are smart trying to empty stock for the mid April 3080ti.
Meh, this thing will be worthless if you can't mine with it. Why do you think they sell for so much, to play games? LMAO
Mar 21, 2021
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Mar 21, 2021
bearsworth8
Mar 21, 2021
1,622 Posts
Quote from Tidal_Dreams :
Meh, this thing will be worthless if you can't mine with it. Why do you think they sell for so much, to play games? LMAO
Yeah if could not mine I could see it on slickdeals for 20% off msrp with instant savings. Maybe its a last ditch effort by dell to get all the product out now before shit hits the fan in crypto.
Pro
Mar 21, 2021
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fiockthis
Pro
Mar 21, 2021
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Quote from Tidal_Dreams :
How is their margin 20% when the 3080's are worth $2k by themselves? lol
Dell isn't buying their cards from ebay...
Mar 21, 2021
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soobaerodude
Mar 21, 2021
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Have in my cart a barebones R12 with 3080 and 1000W PSU for $1710 after 10% coupon. Still waiting on my 2/27 R10 with 3080, so debating
Mar 21, 2021
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TheZander
Mar 21, 2021
761 Posts
Quote from Tidal_Dreams :
How is their margin 20% when the 3080's are worth $2k by themselves? lol
Dell is not paying scalper prices. People down vote my answer and I don't know why. Oh well. Everybody has their own opinion. Mine comes from direct interaction with dell and 7 years of experience in electronics retail. Just trying to help people out here. Nothing in this for me. I don't work for Dell.
Mar 21, 2021
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mexi
Mar 21, 2021
67 Posts
Quote from dealmashuguna :
looks that way wow
https://www.techradar.com/news/nv...pto-miners
Nvidia looks to restrict 3080ti and 3070ti mining performance? If limitation not easily defeatable, that means regular 3080 still great

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Mar 21, 2021
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bearsworth8
Mar 21, 2021
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Quote from dealmashuguna :
looks that way wow
https://www.techradar.com/news/nv...pto-miners
Yeah once its released they would ideally like to be sold out so they can charge higher prices for the 3080ti. If you want this for gaming this is not the one to buy. The 3080 ti is the one.
Mar 21, 2021
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ep3forlife13
Mar 21, 2021
21 Posts
Quote from soobaerodude :
Have in my cart a barebones R12 with 3080 and 1000W PSU for $1710 after 10% coupon. Still waiting on my 2/27 R10 with 3080, so debating
What processor was the R10?
Mar 21, 2021
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dealmashuguna
Mar 21, 2021
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Quote from mexi :
Nvidia looks to restrict 3080ti and 3070ti mining performance? If limitation not easily defeatable, that means regular 3080 still great
someone always seems to find a workaround/hack
Mar 21, 2021
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dealmashuguna
Mar 21, 2021
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Quote from bearsworth8 :
Yeah once its released they would ideally like to be sold out so they can charge higher prices for the 3080ti. If you want this for gaming this is not the one to buy. The 3080 ti is the one.
at much higher price point however... $$
Mar 21, 2021
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mexi
Mar 21, 2021
67 Posts
picked up a 3080 R12 with base plus upgraded wifi card and liquid cooling for 1641 plus tax. went through chat, removed premium warranty (my credit card damage/warranty protection should help)

based on comments.....now i guess i have to figure out how prevent this thing from melting 🙂
Mar 21, 2021
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bearsworth8
Mar 21, 2021
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Quote from mexi :
Nvidia looks to restrict 3080ti and 3070ti mining performance? If limitation not easily defeatable, that means regular 3080 still great
Its highly dependent on crypto prices. If crypto remains at these levels it will remain okay but with changes to eth coming and their roadmap, it is better to think you may get the card if you mine possibly free but to earn more is unknown. I think it is a good time to resell the card just like Dell.
Last edited by bearsworth8 March 20, 2021 at 07:06 PM.
Mar 21, 2021
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bearsworth8
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Quote from dealmashuguna :
at much higher price point however... $$
Future cant be be predicted but ofc it would sell for more possibly $300+.

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Mar 21, 2021
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zaarel
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Quote from mexi :
picked up a 3080 R12 with base plus upgraded wifi card and liquid cooling for 1641 plus tax. went through chat, removed premium warranty (my credit card damage/warranty protection should help)

based on comments.....now i guess i have to figure out how prevent this thing from melting 🙂
They dropped that low for removing warranty??
Mar 21, 2021
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Kamyl
Mar 21, 2021
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Hey, for those of you chatting with Dell. Make sure they are applying any coupons you have (e.g. 10% off, and members pricing). So when they give you their "absolute best offer" (That's really what they told me) BS. As when I informed them I have almost a better price with 10% and members, they changed their tunes. They are a##holes
Last edited by Kamyl March 21, 2021 at 02:35 AM.

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