Does your laptop sound like a jet plane taking off whenever you open multiple programs? Can your tower no longer keep up with today’s top games? Are there dead pixels in your monitor that you can no longer ignore? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then it’s time for an upgrade. But we’re here to tell you that every upgrade doesn’t require a massive downgrade to your bank account balance. There are deals to be had out there on top-rated brands and gear, and we’re here to help you find the ones that work best for your budget.
Dell and its gaming brand Alienware have been featured in our most recent “Best Tech Brands” lists, which means they’ve also been rated highly in our reviews. With over four decades of experience under our collective belts, our experts have tested a wide range of tech products, so you can trust that your shopping experience is in good hands. Plus, you can always find price cuts on laptops, desktops, and monitors sitewide. But let’s check out these of-the-moment, on-sale offerings from Dell and Alienware.
Dell XPS 13 9350 13.4″ Touch 3K OLED Laptop
Intel Ultra 7 Series 2, 1TB SSD, 32GB RAM.
$1,599.99
at Dell
$1,899.99
Save $300.00
This Dell XPS 13 laptop is a great platform for artists and designers who need a machine that’s powerful and portable. This line is comparable to the MacBook Air in terms of lightness and all-metal chassis, though it runs on the Windows OS. The Intel Ultra 7 Series 2 processor is powerful, and the slim profile makes it easy to slip into your laptop bag. Our expert, Eric Grevstad, reviewed the XPS 13 9350 and gave it a “good” rating for its impressive battery life and compact design. Some of the drawbacks include a shortage of Thunderbolt 4 ports and a headphone jack, but these won’t be deal breakers for all. Students and WFHers who spend a lot of time looking at a screen will want to check out this deal. The touch screen is a nice, well, touch, offering additional ways to interact with your laptop, like swiping and tapping.
Alienware 16 Area-51 16-Inch, 240Hz Laptop
Intel Ultra 9, RTX 5070, 1TB SSD, 32GB RAM.
$2,299.99
at Dell
$2,749.99
Save $450.00
“Cutting edge” doesn’t even cover the 2025 Alienware Area-51 laptop, which includes improved thermal design from existing models, purported to move 37% more air through the chassis while also being 15% quieter, and is the first Alienware laptop to sport PCIe Gen 5 solid-state drives. It looks like something out of sci-fi with its RGB-drenched aesthetic.
Our expert, Matthew Buzzi, took a Sneak Peek during CES 2025 and was excited to get to work on a deep dive review later this year. This configuration also features the new RTX 5070 GPU and 32GB of RAM, so there’s plenty of processing power to go around, whether you’re streaming gameplay from the award-winning RPG, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, or watching a movie on the vibrant 16-inch QHD+ display. $450 is a pretty significant discount, especially when you consider that this machine will serve your gaming and content creation needs for years to come.
Dell Tower Plus EBT2250
Intel Ultra 7, RTX 4060 Ti, 1TB SSD, 32GB RAM.
$1,399.99
at Dell
$1,749.99
Save $350.00
The New Dell Tower Plus is a refresh of the Dell XPS 8960 line, offering the same sleek tower with updated internals that deliver 26% more performance (according to the brand). It’s geared toward productivity with a powerful Intel Ultra 7 processor and the Windows 11 Home OS. This all-rounder can manage video and photo editing as well as light gaming thanks to the RTX 4060 Ti graphics card and ample RAM. This tower is highly customizable, so adding more RAM or changing out the graphics card down the line is no issue. A multitude of ports are easily accessible on the front of this tower, enabling you to connect your 3mm headphones, USB devices, and even an SD card without fumbling behind your desk. Save $350 on this configuration now; consider it an investment in your future productivity.
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Dell 24 All-in-One Touch Desktop
Intel 7, MX570A ,1TB SSD, 16GB RAM.
$1,049.99
at Dell
$1,299.99
Save $250.00
An all-in-one computer is a fantastic option for those with limited desk space because it combines all the components from a potentially clunky desktop tower into a single 1080p, touch-screen monitor. The Dell 24 has an Nvidia GeForce MX570A graphics card is better suited for graphic design and similar tasks rather than gaming, so this desktop is a good fit for creatives and those with productivity in mind. The touch display enables you to tap and swipe, opening up input options for fine-tuning your craft. Your purchase also includes a wireless mouse and keyboard, making this an all-in-one purchase, discounted by a solid $250, that will see you up and running as soon as you unbox your new desktop.
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Alienware AW3225QF 32″ 4K 240Hz QD-OLED Monitor
$849.99
at Dell
$1,199.99
Save $350.00
The Alienware AW3225QF QD-OLED “delivers fantastic performance and visuals” per our review. The QD-OLED technology improves upon the standard OLED’s brightness and color for the best viewing experience possible, which is why it’s easy to see how this monitor earned the Editors’ Choice award. The curvature wraps around your field of view for an immersive look at your games, and adaptive sync technology allows your powerful graphics card to go all out. If you want the best of the best, look no further than this gaming monitor. You can save $350 right now, which is a substantial amount for something that will revolutionize the way you look at your video games.
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Is Dell a Good Brand?
Dell was the first brand to legitimize direct sales of PCs by mail order and to provide quality telephone support. It was also the first major manufacturer to preload applications selected by the customer. The company has been around for a long time (since 1984) and has the quality, reliability, and know-how to back up its broad line of hardware.
What’s the Best Dell Computer?
That depends on how you’re going to use it. According to our experts, the Dell XPS 8960 desktop is best for most buyers as a high-end desktop, while the Alienware Aurora R16 is the best midrange gaming desktop. The XPS 16 (9640) laptop is the best replacement for your desktop, while the Dell Precision 5690 makes an incredible mobile workstation. You can find more recommendations in our Best Dell Laptops.
Does Dell Have a Student Discount?
Yes, Dell provides a student purchase program. Students can secure an exclusive 5% off coupon, which is valid in combination with select offers — excluding other coupons. You’ll need a student email address to take advantage of this deal.
Which Dell Model Is Best for Students?
We recommend the Dell XPS 13 (9345, Snapdragon) for students as it’s durably made, lightweight, and reasonably priced for what you’re getting. You can check out more of our picks in our Best Laptops for College Students article.
How Do We Test Computers?
Laptops and desktops compare with others in their category based on price, features, design, and hands-on, repeatable performance tests. We also run them through a cocktail of benchmarks and real-world application tests to gauge the strengths and weaknesses of the individual components. More information about our laptop and desktop testing is in their respective articles.
Where Can I Find Exclusive Dell Laptop and Desktop Discounts?
Dell’s online store is the best place to find exclusive discounts on its PCs. There, you can find Dell’s Member Purchase Program for members-only savings, Dell Rewards for 3% back in points on purchases that can go toward future ones, and a 10% discount for veterans and service members. These are just a few, but you’ll also find deals on Dell’s online store that you won’t find at retailers.
Does Dell Offer Exclusive Discounts for Students and Military Members?
Yes, Dell gives veterans and military service members a blanket 10% discount on all sales. As for education deals, Dell takes a different approach with its Dell Outlet for Students, which provides various savings percentages through chat with Dell sales representatives.
Does Dell Offer Big Discounts During Cyber Week or Prime Day?
Yes, and this is when you see more of Dell’s PC products appear at serious discounts on partner retailers, especially Amazon during Prime Day. Dell also holds rather lucrative deals events on its own online store during these shopping holidays.
When Does Dell Have Its Biggest Sales of the Year?
Like most product vendors, Dell saves its most significant deals for the holiday Black Friday and Cyber Monday shopping seasons. However, we’ve seen Dell start the savings party well ahead of the day after Thanksgiving for several years now.
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