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Alienware 16 Aurora AC16250 gaming laptop
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Alienware 16 Aurora

Expert rating7.8 / 10

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CPU:
Intel Core 7 240H
GPU:
RTX 5060 8GB
RAM:
16GB DDR5 (0 slots free)
Storage:
512GB NVMe
Display:
16" 2560x1600 120Hz

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Manufacturer: Dell Last updated: 2026-10-10

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Alienware 16 Aurora Review

Alienware 16 Aurora gaming laptop, Intel Core 7 240H, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop 8GB, 16GB DDR5 RAM, 512GB NVMe SSD, 16 inch WQXGA 120Hz display, Wi-Fi 7.

Dell's redesigned Alienware Aurora line enters at the 16-inch size with a Core 7 240H and RTX 5060, an entry gaming configuration rather than the enthusiast tier.

Performance

Intel Core 7 240H (10 cores) pairs with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU (8GB GDDR7). Dell has not published a base or max graphics power figure for this SKU, so treat it as an entry gaming pairing rather than a benchmark-chasing one; a Core 9 270H / RTX 5070 configuration is also sold in the same chassis.

Upgradability

16GB of DDR5-5600 ships as 2x8GB, filling both SO-DIMM slots, there is no free slot for this configuration despite the memory not being soldered. Storage capacity (512GB or 1TB) is offered via M.2 PCIe NVMe; Dell's spec page does not break out slot count or a second empty bay for this chassis.

Battery life

Dell does not publish a battery Wh figure or light-load runtime for this configuration on the spec page used as the source; gaming laptops in this class typically prioritize the wall adapter over battery life.

Display

16-inch WQXGA (2560x1600) panel at 120Hz, 300 nits. Panel technology (IPS vs other) is not specified on the source page.

Design and ports

2.49kg starting weight. Two USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C ports with DisplayPort 1.4a; no Thunderbolt certification listed. MediaTek Wi-Fi 7 (MT7925).

Our verdict

Reviewed by Burooj Alam. Rated by us, not by users.

Expert rating7.8 / 10

The Alienware 16 Aurora pairs an Intel Core 7 240H with an RTX 50 series GPU carrying 8GB of VRAM. The 16-inch 2560 x 1600 screen runs at 120Hz, suiting 1080p and 1440p gaming, and WiFi 7 is included. The 16GB of DDR5 sits in SO-DIMM slots.

Both RAM slots ship full, so adding memory means replacing modules. At 2.49 kg it has no Thunderbolt port, which limits external GPU and high-bandwidth dock use.

Best for

  • Buyers wanting an entry point into the redesigned Alienware Aurora line
  • 1080p/1440p esports and mainstream gaming at 120Hz
  • Shoppers who want NVIDIA RTX 50-series graphics on a budget

Not for

  • Anyone wanting to add RAM later, both slots ship full
  • 4K or ray-traced AAA gaming, step up to the RTX 5070 configuration
  • Buyers who need Thunderbolt for external GPU or high-bandwidth docks

Specifications

What these specs mean

Identity and variant

BrandAlienware
SeriesAlienware Aurora
Series IDalienware-16-aurora-ac16250
SKU NameCore 7 240H / RTX 5060 8GB / 16GB / 512GB
Chassis CodeAC16250
Regulatory Model CodeAC16250
Region SoldNorth America

Class and platform

Laptop ClassGaming
Release Year2026
Operating SystemWindows 11 Home
Weight2.49 kg

Processor

CPU BrandIntel
CPU ModelIntel Core 7 240H
CPU Cores10

Sustained power

Sustained Power SourceNot Measured

Graphics

GPU BrandNVIDIA
GPU ModelNVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop
VRAM8 GB

Memory

RAM Capacity16 GB
RAM TypeDDR5
RAM Speed5600 MT/s
Memory Form FactorSO-DIMM
Memory SolderedNo

Upgradability

RAM Slots2
RAM Slots Free0
SATA Bay PresentNo

Storage as shipped

Storage Capacity512 GB
Storage TypeNVMe SSD

Display

Display Size16 inches
Resolution Width2560 px
Resolution Height1600 px
Refresh Rate120 Hz
Brightness300 nits
Brightness ConditionVendor Unstated
sRGB Coverage100 %
TouchscreenNo

Battery and ports

Thunderbolt SupportNone
WiFi StandardWiFi 7

FAQs

Can you upgrade the RAM in the Alienware 16 Aurora?

Yes. It uses SO-DIMM memory in 2 slots (all filled as shipped). It ships with 16 GB of DDR5.

What display does the Alienware 16 Aurora have?

The Alienware 16 Aurora has a 16-inch, 2560x1600, 120 Hz non-touch display.

Does the Alienware 16 Aurora have Thunderbolt?

No. It does not list Thunderbolt or USB4 support.

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