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Alienware Aurora Gaming Desktop ACT1250
A entry-level pick in the gaming pcs line-up, with RTX 5060Ti up front.
37/100
RTX 5060TiCore Ultra 716 GBAir cooledPlatinumDesktop
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Why we rate it
- RGB
- Tempered glass panel
- OS pre-installed
- Below-average ram
Score profile
Scored against the gaming pcs classWhere the Alienware Aurora Gaming Desktop ACT1250 wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Compute
CPUCore Ultra 7
GPURTX 5060Ti
Memory and storage
RAM16 GB
RAM typeDDR5
Primary storage typeSSD
Cooling
CPU coolingAir cooled
Power
PSU wattage500 W
PSU efficiencyPlatinum
Design
Form factorDesktop
Case brandAlienware
RGBYes
Tempered glass panelYes
Weight5.95 kg
Bundle and OS
Operating systemWindows 11 Home
OS pre-installedYes
Warranty1 years
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Highlighted cell = better in that rowAlienware Aurora Gaming Desktop ACT1250 vs GTR GTR Gaming PC Ryzen 7 7800X3D RX 9060 XT
Alienware Aurora Gaming Desktop ACT1250GTR Gaming PC Ryzen 7 7800X3D RX 9060 XT
| AlienwareAlienware Aurora Gaming Desktop ACT1250This page | GTRGTR Gaming PC Ryzen 7 7800X3D RX 9060 XT | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 37 /100 | 40 /100Better |
| GPU | RTX 5060Ti | RX 9060 XT |
| CPU | Core Ultra 7 | Ryzen 7 |
| RAM | 16 GB | 32 GBBetter |
| GPU VRAM | — | 16 GB |
Who it's for
Is the Alienware Aurora Gaming Desktop ACT1250 right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable gaming pc for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need top-end performance and battery, in which case a higher-tier gaming pc is the better call.
Power user
Heavy multitasking, creative work or gaming on the go.
okay
Everyday user
Browsing, docs, calls and media.
good
Budget buyer
Wants a dependable machine for the basics.
excellent
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the Alienware Aurora Gaming Desktop ACT1250 worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 37/100 against other gaming pcs, a entry-level result where the class average is around 43.
What stands out on the Alienware Aurora Gaming Desktop ACT1250?
Its rgb stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the CyberPowerPC x MSI Gaming PC Ryzen 5 7500F RTX 5060 Ti?
The CyberPowerPC x MSI Gaming PC Ryzen 5 7500F RTX 5060 Ti scores 38/100 versus this one at 37/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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