Initial thoughts: It runs way smoother than I expected. The new UI looks like it was made for this case. Time to stress test it with some Cyberpunk! 🎮🔥
Must be an 8th Gen Intel or newer. Most R7 units use the i5-8400, i7-8700, or i7-8700K. alienware aurora r7 windows 11
A: Not directly. But you can set a custom fan curve in AWCC Thermal Profiles. Initial thoughts: It runs way smoother than I expected
If the Windows PC Health Check App says your PC is incompatible, you likely just need to flip a few switches in your BIOS. 🎮🔥 Must be an 8th Gen Intel or newer
I’ve been running Windows 11 on my Alienware Aurora R7 (i7-8700k / GTX 1080) for a week now, and here is my breakdown for anyone still holding out on Windows 10.
This was everyone's biggest fear. works perfectly on Windows 11. You can still control the RGB lighting (AlienFX), manage the thermal profile, and overclock the K-series CPU. Just ensure you download the latest version from Dell’s support site before upgrading.
and is usually equipped with a CPU that Microsoft officially supports for Windows 11. However, Dell's official "Tested for Windows 11" list often starts with the Aurora R8 and newer. Despite this, many users successfully run the OS by ensuring two critical features are active: Dell Alienware Aurora R7 Gaming Desktop - B&H Photo