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....
The Alienware X51 is certainly not perfect, but given the nature of compact, portable PCs, it suffers nowhere near the number of drawbacks that I was anticipating when I first plugged it in...
Abstract: When I hear the word Alienware, I picture garish lights, menacing desktop towers, and high price tags. I know I'm not alone with these conceptions. However, I was actaully pleasantly surprised by the Alienware X51 when it arrived at my doorstep.SPECSLIKEF...
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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...
