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February 2012
(79%)
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The editors liked
Powerful machine for its size
Sleek
Attractive design
Extremely quiet
Even under load
Great gaming performance up through 1080p resolution with high image quality
Cool AlienFX lighting effects
Relatively low power consumption
Compact
Good-looking chassis
Good gaming performance
Nice performance from a compact system. Easy-to-service interior. USB 3.0 ports. HDMI video output. Up to three monitor support. Integrated Wi-Fi.
Well-designed chassis
Good performance for mainstream gamers
At a price lower than many larger alternatives
Stylish
Compact design
Strong graphics performance
Relatively affordable
Useful personalization software
Category-leading performance
Small
Tinkerer-friendly chassis
Affordable price
Tons of connectivity
Extremely speedy performance
Plenty of ports and power for most gaming needs. Super portable
15 percent the size of a regular Alienware tower. Modular internal design makes replacing or upgrading parts easy. Sturdy build. Reasonably quiet
Compact chassis
Plenty of connectivity
Components are surprisingly easy to replace
Affordable
Beautifully compact design
Lots of power for the price
USB 3.0 ports and built-in Wi-Fi beat you to the punch on upgrades
Easy access interior
Part-swapping
Good value for the money
Small form factor makes for a place-anywhere gaming PC
Clever case allows for easy upgrades
The editors didn't like
A little pricey
Depending on your config
No SD card slot
Competing systems offer better storage
Higher-end graphics options
Very large external power brick
Small size limits expandability and upgrade options
Bottom Line
The Alienware X51 gaming desktop goes after the console gamer that wants a bit more out of their gaming experience
Small size means minimal expandability
Blu-ray drive is a $100 extra
Doesn't support highest-end graphics cards
Ultimately limited upgrade options
Limited upgradability
Necessarily limited expansion options
330watt power supply and physical issues mean replacing the video card is tricky. Still more expensive than a DIY system. Power brick is the size of a man's shoe
Bundled peripherals seem a waste
Loud when gaming
Minimally flexible for future upgrades
More complex than a standalone console
Hefty power brick will need to be hidden away under some furniture
Cheaper configurations have limited upgrade potential
Small footprint, Good amount of power, Nice lighting scheme
Large external power brick, No optical disc holder, A little hard to work on
Putting lots of power into a small PC case isn't easy, but Alienware has packed the X51 with enough grunt to run the latest games at high resolution and detail levels. Like most Alienware systems, its lighting system is customisable through software and i...
Full desktop power in a much smaller package. Optimus keeps power consumption low, so long as you use the HDMI port
Hard drive and CPU fan could stand to be quieter
The X51 is a beast in a tiny box. You sacrifice on your upgrade path by getting something this small, but if you're after something tiny that still manages to be a decent gaming machine, this could pique your interest....
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Published: 2012-04-10, Author: Paul , review by: pcworld.co.nz
Abstract: NameDesktop computer: Alienware X51At a glance:Small Form Factor,Quad core 3.4GHz Core i7 CPU,GTX 555 GPU, 8GB DDR3 RAM, 1TB HDD,Can't upgrade to SSD without removing main HDD,Good gaming performanceSummary:A nice machine in a tiny package, let down by a...
Good mid-range specifications, Suitable for 1080p gaming and VR (GTX 970 model), Slimline desktop chassis design
Compact design increases heat and noise, Relatively expensive
Alienware X51 – Performance The Core i7-6700K processor delivered some excellent results at its default 3.9GHz clock frequency. In Geekbench, the multi-core result of 16,533 still outclasses the older Core i7-4790K at its 4.4GHz Turbo frequency, although...
Good mid-range specifications, Suitable for 1080p gaming and VR (GTX 970 model), Slimline desktop chassis design
Compact design increases heat and noise, Relatively expensive
We've not seen a PC this small with this much gaming power before, which makes the latest Alienware the ideal system for sticking beneath a TV – at least until Steam Machines arrive. The price of miniaturisation is high, though; the money spent on the X51...
Compact and sleek design save space in your entertainment environment, New Command Center enhances and customizes your gaming experience, Optional upgrades allow you to achieve the performance you seek, Generous amount of USB ports provide versatility, Fu
The stock model unit may not suit the needs of serious gamers, External power brick is rather large in size, Compact size limits upgrade and expansion options
The Alienware X51 is a prime example of why not all serious gamers require a full-sized configuration. The only reason you might want to build your own barebones unit or spend more money on the high capacity systems is for more expansion and upgrade space...
Noisy fan during intensive use, Overheating, Entrylevel keyboard and mouse not suited for gaming
The Alienware X51 is a small, powerful gaming PC. It tends to get rather loud and toasty and the keyboard and mouse could have been better suited for gaming purposes, but it's still a great way to play your favourite titles without taking up too much spac...
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Published: 2012-06-01, Author: Dave , review by: techradar.com
Good performance, Small footprint, Well engineered
