Dan Ackerman leads CNET's coverage of computers and gaming hardware. A New York native and former radio DJ, he's also a regular TV talking head and the author of "The Tetris Effect" ...

The Alienware x16 R2 is a premium 16-inch gaming laptop at a premium price. But its mechanical keyboard and the highest-end hardware will cost you extra. The Alienware x16 R2 is a high-end 16-inch ...

The Alienware 16 Area-51 delivers serious gaming performance in an excellent package, complete with a mechanical keyboard and other high-end touches. It’s competitively priced for the hardware, too.

Alienware is a household name in gaming, known for delivering powerful systems that can tackle any title effortlessly. Over the years, the brand has built a strong reputation for premium performance, ...