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Dell EDU: Alienware Aurora Desktop: Ultra 7 265F, RTX 5080, 16GB DDR5, 1TB SSD

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Dell has for EDU Accounts: Alienware Aurora Gaming Desktop (ACT1250), as configured below, on sale for $1574.99 (discount appears at checkout). Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Member N3RD_01 for sharing this deal.

Note: You must create/sign in with a verified EDU account; active Military, First Responders, and Healthcare accounts may also qualify for this discount.

Specs:
  • Intel Core Ultra 7 265F (20-Core, 66MB Total Cache, 1.8GHz to 5.3GHz) Processor
  • 16GB Dual Channel DDR5 Memory (2x 8GB - Green) 5200 MT/s
  • 1TB NVMe M.2 PCIe Solid State Drive (SSD)
  • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 16GB GDDR7 Graphics
  • 1000W Platinum Rated PSU, Clear Door & 240mm Liquid Cooler
  • Intel Wi-Fi 7 BE200 (2x2) 802.11ax Wireless LAN and Bluetooth
  • Dell Wired Keyboard (KB216, Black) + Dell Wired Mouse (MS116, Black)
  • Windows 11 Home
  • Inputs:
    • Front:
      • 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps) ports
      • 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps) port with PowerShare technology
      • 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps) Type-C port with PowerShare technology
    • Rear:
      • 1x USB4 (20 Gbps) Type-C port with Power Delivery
      • 2x 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps) ports
      • 2x USB 2.0 (480 Mbps) ports with SmartPower
      • 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps) Type-C port
      • RJ45 Ethernet port

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Written by Nate650 | Staff

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Written by N3RD_01
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Dell has for EDU Accounts: Alienware Aurora Gaming Desktop (ACT1250), as configured below, on sale for $1574.99 (discount appears at checkout). Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Member N3RD_01 for sharing this deal.

Note: You must create/sign in with a verified EDU account; active Military, First Responders, and Healthcare accounts may also qualify for this discount.

Specs:
  • Intel Core Ultra 7 265F (20-Core, 66MB Total Cache, 1.8GHz to 5.3GHz) Processor
  • 16GB Dual Channel DDR5 Memory (2x 8GB - Green) 5200 MT/s
  • 1TB NVMe M.2 PCIe Solid State Drive (SSD)
  • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 16GB GDDR7 Graphics
  • 1000W Platinum Rated PSU, Clear Door & 240mm Liquid Cooler
  • Intel Wi-Fi 7 BE200 (2x2) 802.11ax Wireless LAN and Bluetooth
  • Dell Wired Keyboard (KB216, Black) + Dell Wired Mouse (MS116, Black)
  • Windows 11 Home
  • Inputs:
    • Front:
      • 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps) ports
      • 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps) port with PowerShare technology
      • 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps) Type-C port with PowerShare technology
    • Rear:
      • 1x USB4 (20 Gbps) Type-C port with Power Delivery
      • 2x 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps) ports
      • 2x USB 2.0 (480 Mbps) ports with SmartPower
      • 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps) Type-C port
      • RJ45 Ethernet port

Editor's Notes

Written by Nate650 | Staff

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Written by N3RD_01

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$50 more to upgrade to 32gb
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Community Reviews

The Alienware Aurora stands out as a compact RTX 5080 gaming desktop with an Ultra 7 265F, fast DDR5, and SSD options that can make the price feel strong for the hardware. The best value points are the 5080 configuration, the 32GB RAM and 2TB SSD upgrades, and occasional stackable savings from AmEx, PayPal Pay in 4 cashback, ID.me, or employer discounts. The main concerns are Alienware's proprietary motherboard, power supply, and case, which can make future upgrades or repairs harder. Pricing also moved around during the thread, with some checkout totals landing much higher than the headline deal. A strong spec sheet, but the upgrade path and final cart price matter.

Common Questions (4)

  • The Aurora ACT1250 has 2 RAM slots, and the base 16GB configuration is 2x8GB. Upgrading later means replacing both modules, so moving to 32GB or 64GB requires buying a matched pair.

    rsplatpcflatlightWudafucshackrock

  • A 5080 build with 32GB RAM and a 2TB SSD is described as a strong value, with one configured total around $1,809.64 shipped with tax and another around $1,480 before tax after upgrades. The main caution is Alienware's proprietary motherboard, PSU, and case, which can make future repairs and upgrades more expensive.

    rsplatpcgotaudiSumDuudOmegadeal2000

  • For gaming and general use, the RTX 5080 is the stronger pick, while 64GB RAM is mainly useful for heavy 4K video editing or 3D modeling. Because the Aurora has only 2 RAM slots, upgrading later means replacing both sticks, so RAM capacity matters if you expect to need more soon.

    WudafucrsplatpcDJRobNMflatlight

  • The price can reportedly be reduced further with an AmEx Spend $500, Get $100 credit offer and PayPal Pay in 4 cashback. PayPal's limited-time 20% cashback offer is capped at $250 and is found in the PayPal app's Rewards section.

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Dec 5, 2025 4:43 PM
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OG_KangsterDec 5, 2025 4:43 PM
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Quote from gotaudi View quoted comment :
$1800 shipped with a 5080, 32gb of ram and a 2tb m.2 is a phenomenal deal but I can't get myself to do it with proprietary motherboards and power supplie and case.
You can also argue get a Steam Deck, stream GeForce NOW (docked), and call it a day.
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Dec 5, 2025 5:11 PM
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rsplatpcDec 5, 2025 5:11 PM
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Quote from PogChampmonkaS View quoted comment :
It's showing as +100 for me
Looks like they raised the price, I paid $50 to go from 16gb to 32gb on Dec 3rd
Dec 5, 2025 5:11 PM
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rsplatpcDec 5, 2025 5:11 PM
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Quote from kevinuo View quoted comment :

sorry.. how can i get $50 to upgrade to 32gb? i saw $100?
They raised the price since Dec 3rd
Dec 5, 2025 7:44 PM
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BlasvaderDec 5, 2025 7:44 PM
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Quote from rsplatpc View quoted comment :
I played around, I'm in for the below, had the same box since 2015, it's timeSubtotal$1,709.99Total (USD)$1,809.64 Shipped with tax1000W Platinum Rated PSU, Clear Door & 240mm Liquid CoolerNVIDIA(R) GeForce RTX(TM) 5080 16GB GDDR732GB Dual Channel DDR5 (2x 16GB - Green) 5200 MT/sIntel(R) Core(TM) Ultra 7 processor 265F (20-Core, 66MB Total Cache, 1.8GHz to 5.3GHz)2TB NVMe M.2 PCIe SSD
This is what I would do, too. This is a hell of a deal!
Dec 5, 2025 9:30 PM
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WudafucDec 5, 2025 9:30 PM
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Great deal! Trying to determine which config to go with as I can get both at same price. Differences are either 5080 RTX w/32gb RAM, or 5070ti w/64gb RAM. Both come out to the same price. (Yes, would like to future proof,some gaming, some multi-tasking, some graphics, rendering, etc.)
Any experts with an opinion of these 2 configs? I do like the 5080 appeal, but having 64gb of RAM with DDR5 prices going up, I'm unsure what's the best option. Note: The mobo's on these rigs only have 2 RAM slots available, so you'd have to later purchase 2 32gb RAM sticks, which can be costly.
1) Alienware Aurora Desktop: Intel Ultra 7 265F, 5080 RTX,32GB DDR5 RAM, 2TB SSD, liquid cooled for $1691 before tax, w/military and holiday discount automatic in cart w/military account.
2) Alienware Aurora Gaming Desktop: Intel Ultra 7 265F, RTX 5070ti, 64GB DDR5, 2TB SSD, liquid cooled for $1691 before tax, w/military and holiday discount automatic in cart w/military account.
Dec 6, 2025 12:09 AM
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rsplatpcDec 6, 2025 12:09 AM
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Quote from Wudafuc View quoted comment :
Great deal! Trying to determine which config to go with as I can get both at same price. Differences are either 5080 RTX w/32gb RAM, or 5070ti w/64gb RAM. Both come out to the same price. (Yes, would like to future proof,some gaming, some multi-tasking, some graphics, rendering, etc.)
Any experts with an opinion of these 2 configs? I do like the 5080 appeal, but having 64gb of RAM with DDR5 prices going up, I'm unsure what's the best option. Note: The mobo's on these rigs only have 2 RAM slots available, so you'd have to later purchase 2 32gb RAM sticks, which can be costly.
1) Alienware Aurora Desktop: Intel Ultra 7 265F, 5080 RTX,32GB DDR5 RAM, 2TB SSD, liquid cooled for $1691 before tax, w/military and holiday discount automatic in cart w/military account.
2) Alienware Aurora Gaming Desktop: Intel Ultra 7 265F, RTX 5070ti, 64GB DDR5, 2TB SSD, liquid cooled for $1691 before tax, w/military and holiday discount automatic in cart w/military account.
Are you editing a LOT of 4K videos or doing HEAVY 3D modeling? If not, what are you going to do with 64gb of RAM?
Dec 6, 2025 2:45 AM
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CalmAction122Dec 6, 2025 2:45 AM
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Quote from rsplatpc View quoted comment :
Are you editing a LOT of 4K videos or doing HEAVY 3D modeling? If not, what are you going to do with 64gb of RAM?
What? You don't have 1000 chrome tabs?
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Dec 6, 2025 4:03 AM
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rsplatpcDec 6, 2025 4:03 AM
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Quote from CalmAction122 View quoted comment :
What? You don't have 1000 chrome tabs?
If it's Chrome he's gonna need more than 64gb for anything above 10 tabs
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Dec 6, 2025 1:36 PM
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LTD2019Dec 6, 2025 1:36 PM
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Quote from reicaden View quoted comment :
Damn, and I bought the lenovo with the 5070 for early the same price
Did you end up switching? Debating on keeping the Best Buy Lenovo vs this one
Dec 6, 2025 7:49 PM
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Omegadeal2000Dec 6, 2025 7:49 PM
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Very tempted, $1,480 before tax with the 32gb RAM and 2TB SSD upgrade. Is there anything I am missing? Seems like a really good deal for a 5080 build (especially with the potential RAM shortages through 2027/28). Is the only negative the proprietary nature of Alienware, so it won't be super easy to upgrade in the future?
Dec 7, 2025 7:36 AM
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MeshcaDec 7, 2025 7:36 AM
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Quote from Omegadeal2000 View quoted comment :
Very tempted, $1,480 before tax with the 32gb RAM and 2TB SSD upgrade. Is there anything I am missing? Seems like a really good deal for a 5080 build (especially with the potential RAM shortages through 2027/28). Is the only negative the proprietary nature of Alienware, so it won't be super easy to upgrade in the future?
how were you getting it down to 1480?
Dec 7, 2025 5:25 PM
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mtdew0000Dec 7, 2025 5:25 PM
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Quote from Meshca View quoted comment :

how were you getting it down to 1480?
Sounds like the are on the 5070 build rather than 5080...
Dec 7, 2025 7:35 PM
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DJRobNMDec 7, 2025 7:35 PM
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Quote from Wudafuc View quoted comment :
Great deal! Trying to determine which config to go with as I can get both at same price. Differences are either 5080 RTX w/32gb RAM, or 5070ti w/64gb RAM. Both come out to the same price. (Yes, would like to future proof,some gaming, some multi-tasking, some graphics, rendering, etc.)
Any experts with an opinion of these 2 configs? I do like the 5080 appeal, but having 64gb of RAM with DDR5 prices going up, I'm unsure what's the best option. Note: The mobo's on these rigs only have 2 RAM slots available, so you'd have to later purchase 2 32gb RAM sticks, which can be costly.
1) Alienware Aurora Desktop: Intel Ultra 7 265F, 5080 RTX,32GB DDR5 RAM, 2TB SSD, liquid cooled for $1691 before tax, w/military and holiday discount automatic in cart w/military account.
2) Alienware Aurora Gaming Desktop: Intel Ultra 7 265F, RTX 5070ti, 64GB DDR5, 2TB SSD, liquid cooled for $1691 before tax, w/military and holiday discount automatic in cart w/military account.
RAM pricing is already up. Can it go higher? Yes but as the datacenters move on to faster ram in a year or two it will go down.

I would go 5080 all day.
Dec 8, 2025 8:14 AM
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Dec 9, 2025 2:01 AM
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tkclubDec 9, 2025 2:01 AM
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Config is now ~$100 more ($1665)

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