The Alienware 16 Area-51 has returned to invade Earth in 2026. Unlike the new Dell XPS laptops, Dell’s main gaming division isn’t messing with success, as the new Alienware laptop is a whole lot like the previous model I reviewed. While the Alienware 16 Area-51 might not be an astronomical upgrade, it has something many have asked for — an OLED display!
During a CES 2026 preview event where I also saw the brand-new Dell XPS 14, I briefly went hands-on with this year’s Alienware 16 Area-51. This laptop didn’t have to do much to win me over since the original Alienware 16 Area-51 was my favorite gaming laptop of 2025. However, with the inclusion of a 240Hz OLED panel, lower latency, and improved cooling, it has a strong shot at being one of the best gaming laptops full stop.
