Alienware Aurora (ACT1250) vs Dell Tower Plus (Tower)
Comparison summary
- The computers have different operating systems, Alienware Aurora has Windows 11 Pro and Dell Tower Plus has Windows 11 Home.
- For displaying graphics Aurora has a lot better performing graphics card.
- Tower Plus has a larger SSD for storage.
- Aurora is a bit cheaper.
Alienware Aurora (ACT1250)
Dell Tower Plus (Tower)
Compare specifications
| Alienware Aurora (ACT1250) | Dell Tower Plus (Tower) |
|---|---|
| Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a gaming PC and is responsible for running games. Read more | |
| - | Intel Core Ultra 7 265 |
| Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed of a gaming PC. Read more | |
| 32gb | 32gb |
| Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs. Read more | |
| GeForce RTX 5080 | GeForce RTX 5060 |
| Weight | |
| 13.14 lbs (5.96 kg) | - |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 18.04 x 16.46 x 7.75 inches | |
| (45.82 x 41.81 x 19.68 cm) | |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Home |
| Hard drives | |
| 2000gb SSD | 4000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| October 23, 2025 | April 1, 2026 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $3,124.99 | $3,229.99 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $3,124.99 | $3,229.99 |
| Buy on Amazon.com | Buy on Amazon.com |
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Alienware Aurora (ACT1250) summary
Alienware Aurora is a great value gaming computer with Windows 11 Pro released in 2025. It has the GeForce RTX 5080 graphics card that is excellent for gaming.
Dell Alienware Aurora ACT1250 Gaming Desktop Intel 20-core Ultra 7 Series 2 265F 32GB DDR5 2TB SSD GeForce RTX 5080 16GB GDDR7 DLSS4 (Up to 1801 Tops) WiFi7 1000W PSU for Gaming AI PC Win11Pro
32GB RAM | 2TB SSD
Equipped With The Most Powerful and Fast Intel 20-core Ultra 7 Series 2 265F
Dedicated NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 16GB GDDR7 Graphic
5 x USB-A 3.2, 1 x USB 4, Type-C, 2 x USB-C 3.2, 2 x USB 2.0, 1 x RJ45 Killer E3100G 2.5G Gigabit Ethernet
Microsoft Windows 11 Professional, WiFi7 Be200, 1000W Platinum Rated PSU, Wired Keyboard and Mouse
ASIN: B0FVM4GDYH
Dell Tower Plus (Tower) summary
Dell Tower Plus is a Windows gaming computer released in 2026. It doesn't have the best Intel CPU and also less memory than it's rivals for its price. The computer has the GeForce RTX 5060 video card which is subpar for playing games. You can play 80% of the games published this year on recommended settings.
Dell Tower Plus EBT2250 Workstation Desktop, Next-gen XPS (Intel Ultra 7-265, 32GB DDR5, 4TB PCIe SSD, GeForce RTX 5060, 460W PSU, WiFi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, RJ-45, 3 Display Port, 2 HDMI, Win 11 Home)
[Superior Machine] CONNECTIVITY AND INCLUDED PERIPHERALS: Equipped with Bluetooth 5.4 and RJ-45 Ethernet for stable connections. Includes a USB keyboard and USB mouse for quick setup and everyday use.
[Powerful Performance] INTEL ULTRA 7-265 PROCESSOR WITH RTX 5060 GRAPHICS: Powered by a 15th Gen Intel Ultra 7-265 processor (2.40GHz base, up to 5.3GHz boost, 30MB cache, 20 cores, 20 threads, 8 performance cores) paired with GeForce RTX 5060 8GB GDDR7 dual (integrated + dedicated) graphics, VR ready for gaming and graphics workloads.
[High Speed and Multitasking] 32GB DDR5 MEMORY AND POWER SUPPORT: Configured with 32GB DDR5 DIMM memory and a 460W power supply in a Black chassis to support smooth multitasking and consistent system performance.
[Enormous Storage] 4TB PCIe NVMe SSD WITH EXPANSION PORTS: Includes a 4TB 2230 PCIe NVMe SSD for fast storage access. Ports include 4 USB 2.0, 2 HDMI, 3 DisplayPort, Thunderbolt 4, USB 3.2 Type-C, SD card reader, and a headphone/microphone combo jack for flexible connectivity.
WINDOWS 11 Home OPERATING SYSTEM: Preinstalled with Windows 11 Home-64 for a modern computing and productivity experience.
ASIN: B0GP9KSV5K