Alienware’s Aurora gaming desktop is getting a major refresh that finally adds an optional see-through glass panel on the case.
Alienware’s Aurora line has eschewed glass panels for more opaque, compact cases that hide your hardware. But no more. The Aurora Legend 2.0 chassis, introduced to mark Alienware’s 25th anniversary, essentially updates Alienware’s desktop cases to appeal to the modern PC gamer, for whom RGB lighting and a glass window into the case are now must haves.
With the scratch-resistant glass panel, owners can enjoy the internal RGB lighting and calibrate it to their liking. However, the case is notably bigger. Internal volume has increased by 50% over the previous model. But in return, the rig adopts an open-air design for even better cooling.
The result is more efficient total airflow and reduced acoustic profile that provides gamers with a more enjoyable daily experience, Alienware says.
The redesign promises to address one major complaint we had with the last-generation Aurora and its noisy cooling fans. According to Alienware: “Gen-over-gen, the new Aurora is up to 16% quieter at idle, up to 9% quieter during CPU intensive tasks, and up to 15% quieter during overclocking.” The CPU temperatures inside the new case can also run up to 3% lower.
The new case comes with a default of two 120mm fans. But for higher-performing machines, Alienware will add a third or fourth 120mm fan inside the case. In addition, the PC maker has improved the chassis to make it easier to open and access without any tools.
There’s no word on pricing for the new case and what kind of specs it can pack. But Alienware plans on launching the new chassis this fall. Stay tuned for our review.
