Windows Update can update drivers, sure, but BIOS/UEFI updates are another beast entirely. They patch critical security gaps and need to be checked manually.

The Alienware x17 R2 gaming laptop comes in all sorts of configurations, ranging from a build with a display that has a mundane 1440p 165Hz refresh rate all the way up to a 1080p screen with a refresh ...

Alienware's PCs have often carried quite the premium to them against their rivals, largely owing to the name on the box, making this hefty reduction from Dell on this RTX 5080-powered Aurora desktop ...

The Alienware Area-51 16 is Dell's highest-end 16" gaming laptop. Much like every gaming laptop on the market, prices have gone up in 2026 due to the increased demand for RTX 50 series GPUs and DDR5 ...

The Alienware 16X Aurora Gaming Laptop receives a $320 discount directly from Dell. This 16-inch gaming machine combines Intel’s latest mobile processor with NVIDIA’s RTX 5060 graphics. Dell includes ...

BIOS updates can improve performance and compatibility while also adding important new features. An old BIOS version poses a serious security risk that can compromise your entire system. Updating your ...

After starting my career at PCMag as an intern more than a decade ago, I’m back as one of its editors, focused on managing laptops, desktops, and components coverage. With 15 years of experience, I ...

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