Gaming PCs with spaceship-inspired designs and significant cases often overlook something crucial. The Lenovo Legion 7i Gen 8, featuring its dark grey finish, is suitable for office environments; however, with a few upgrades, it can be regarded as one of the top PCs for heavy gaming.

The Lenovo Legion Pro 7i is a gaming desktop designed to run games in 4K, showcasing a sleek design. The case is easily upgradeable, and the custom RGB lighting enhances its appeal as a gaming machine. It operates as a powerhouse that handles most games in 4K and features a modular power supply. However, certain aspects hinder it from being a perfect PC, including the absence of Wi-Fi 7 support, the lack of a USB-C port on the front, and a limited set of custom configuration options.

Lenovo Legion Pro 7i: Specifications

Lenovo Legion Pro 7i: Design

Let’s discuss its beautiful and sleek design. The Lenovo Legion 7i merges traditional gaming PCs with business-focused desktops. The most significant aspect of its design is its size; it boasts a stylish look reminiscent of the Mac Pro, although it is less refined than the Mac. On the front, there’s an RGB-lit Legion logo and three lights that can be controlled.

At the top, there is a vent for airflow in and out of the case, along with two exhaust fans. If there were a dust filter on top instead of airflow vents, even a cheaper one, it would be a better choice. A dust filter on top or even in the front can prevent dust from entering, allowing the motherboard to function more efficiently.

With its large size, the Lenovo Legion 7i surpasses many mid-sized desktops, including the Alienware Aurora R16. This is ideal for accommodating NVIDIA’s RTX 4070 Ti Super, which is longer than standard RTX models and also optimised for the 360mm CPU cooling system needed for its high-power Intel Core i9-14900KF processor.

The Lenovo Legion 7i has a sleek glass panel on the left side of its case, giving you a wonderful glimpse of the internal components beautifully lit up by vibrant RGB lights. These lights are bright enough to light up your room. In our case, a GPU is present, and RGB lights also surround the fans. Additionally, a light strip runs along the border of the case, providing extra brightness. These strips feature multiple light sequences that synchronize with other RGB lights.

Lenovo Legion Pro 7i: Ports

There are two sections for ports. At the very top of the Lenovo Legion 7i, you’ll find two USB 2.0 Type-A ports, two USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports, along with dedicated ports for a microphone and an audio jack, making it super convenient for all your connecting needs! There is no USB-C port on top, which I missed because USB Type-C is now more common, and even laptop chargers typically use Type-C.

On the rear, there are two USB-A ports, 4x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 ports, a USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 port, a USB-A 3.2 Gen 2 port, audio ports, and an Ethernet port. The Ethernet port is essential for online gaming, as it enables high-speed internet connectivity. These ports are quite decent for a gaming desktop, and there is nothing particularly noteworthy aside from the new-generation USB-A ports.

Lenovo Legion Pro 7i: Upgradability

If you wish to upgrade or change any device in the Lenovo Legion 7i, it’s quite simple: open the glass case on the left side, unplug the old one, and plug in the new one. The glass panel can be opened easily with a screwdriver by removing the two screws.

From here, all parts are now under your control. It’s up to you how you replace or upgrade its components; you can enhance the RAM, change the cooling system, or even upgrade the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti Super. Lenovo uses an ATX motherboard, which means you can also swap it out for another one that allows for more upgrades, and the new parts will be adjusted to fit the motherboard. Other brands, such as Dell and HP, should also adopt this concept.   

Lenovo Legion Pro 7i: Gaming Performance

In the base version, you will receive an Intel Core i9-13900KF processor, an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti Super graphics card, and additional memory and storage options. If you upgrade its GPU to the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 for an additional cost, it can power games at their highest settings and even at 4k. However, in 1080p, which demands more CPU power, you may allocate some extra funds toward RTX 4090 for even greater performance.

In this talk, we discuss its base version, which is officially from Lenovo, featuring 32GB RAM and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti Super, and frame rate ( co)mpare it with other PCs from different brands based on the average FPS obtained from various games.

At the highest setting and with high ray tracing enabled, it can achieve 50 frames per second (FPS), not 60 FPS. While engaged in a fight with a cleansed object of power, it can reach 80 FPS; meanwhile, this area is light. However, in combat situations where more power is utilised, it can barely achieve 40 FPS.

FPS Comparison

In Cyberpunk 2077, our Lenovo Legion Pro 7i reaches an average FPS exceeding 180 while using the RTX 4080 at the 1080p setting. Simultaneously, its competitors, such as Alienware Aurora R15 and MSI Infinite RS, can reach an average of 190 FPS with an upgraded GPU, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090. With the RTX 4080, our Legion competes effectively with these two giants, using the RTX 4090, and there is a slight difference of nearly 10 FPS. Meanwhile, the iBUYPOWER Revolt lags far behind with the RTX 3080.

In Grand Theft Auto 5, the difference is fascinating. At a very high setting in 1080p, the Legion Tower achieves an average FPS of over 190. At the same time, the Aurora R15 and MSI Infinite showed a significant variance in FPS compared to the Legion Tower. The Aurora R15 achieved an average FPS of 234, and the MSI Infinite attained an average FPS of 229. The result is clear, as they acquired RTX 4090, a more powerful GPU than the RTX 4080. 

When we discuss Shadow of the Tomb Raider, the results are pretty similar to those of Grand Theft Auto 5; however, in this case, the Aurora R15 and MSI Infinite experience a drop in FPS, while the Lenovo Legion 7i Tower neither gains nor loses FPS. Nevertheless, when comparing in 4K settings, the difference is staggering, as the Legion Tower achieves 93 FPS, whereas the Aurora R15 and MSI Infinite both attain 129 FPS. 

Upon closer examination of Red Dead Redemption 2 and Far Cry 6, the performance outcomes for the Lenovo Legion 7i Gen 8, Alienware Aurora R15, and MSI Infinite RS are similar. The Legion achieved an average FPS of 130, while the others reached 180 FPS. Meanwhile, the iBUYPOWER Revoult 3 shows different results, obtaining 60 FPS in Red Dead Redemption 2 and 90 FPS in Far Cry 6. In Far Cry 6, it competes well with the Legion Tower by using an RTX 3080. 

Lenovo Legion Pro 7i: Verdict

The Lenovo Legion 7i Gen 8 is a powerful machine, and all its components work efficiently as gaming machine components. Still, its RAM does not operate at full speed, and Lenovo should reevaluate the pre-installed software.

The Lenovo Legion 7i Gen 8 caters to even the most dedicated gamers. This remarkable tower not only runs the latest 4K games efficiently but also boasts an eye-catching design with vivid RGB lighting. Its practical design and reliance on standardised components, including a modular power supply, are noteworthy.

Alienware, the prebuilt PC manufacturer owned by Dell, used to stand out in the market with its futuristic designs, such as the Aurora R9. With its new top-tier gaming desktop, Alienware Area 51, Alienware is performing well in line with its standards.

This is the latest PC from Alienware (in 2025) and has gained immense popularity in a very short time due to its sleek and clean design, spacious PC case, state-of-the-art GPU technology, and exceptional gaming performance. A common issue with gaming PCs is the loud noise they produce; however, the Alienware Area 51 operates quietly and generates minimal sound even during intense gaming sessions.

When purchasing an Alienware, budget concerns may arise, as these gaming machines are pricey. Featuring the Intel Core i9 Ultra 285K and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 50 series, particularly the RTX 5090, the costs are rising significantly. Yet, these components equip the Area 51 to be a powerful gaming system, providing exceptional performance during gameplay. 

Area-51: Price

The price of the Alienware Area 51 is surprising. According to Dell’s official website, it starts at $3,099. The base variant features an Intel Core i7-2650 processor and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 graphics card. In the top variant, you will receive an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 32GB GDDR7 GPU, priced at $5,349. 

In all variants, you will receive only Windows 11 Home, and you can officially upgrade to Windows 11 Pro (from Dell) at a later time. To upgrade, you must purchase Windows 11 Pro for an additional $60.

Area-51:Specification

Area-51: Design

The design of the Alienware Area 51 closely resembles that of the Aurora R16, with a slight difference in the light strip on the right side. Although the front is distinct, the only Alienware logo is located at the top centre.

The case is made of metal and features some plastic components. As for the price, I expect a full aluminium case. The glass side panel presents a comprehensive view of all internal components, representing a significant improvement over the Aurora R16. 

The airflow system resembles that of the Aurora R16. There is a gap between the internal components and the front panel, which serves as the air intake for the PC and features an RGB light strip. Our review unit includes a 360 mm radiator for the CPU liquid cooler, though some models come with 240 mm radiators. All air is expelled from the back of the system in an optimal pressure scenario; however, there is no fan on the back to effectively guide the air out of the system.

Area-51: Gaming Performance

Our Alienware Area 51 PC features the latest technologies from Intel and NVIDIA: Core i9-285 K and RTX 5090. This makes the PC a powerful gaming machine, which is hardly surprising. In our gaming tests, the Area-51 is the only PC equipped with the RTX 50 series graphics card. We compare it to the Alienware Aurora R16 with RTX 4090, the Corsair Vengeance i7500 with RTX 4080 Super, and lastly, the HP Omen 35L with RTX 4090. The comparison is conducted among these models in popular games such as Cyberpunk 2077, a typical example for gaming test comparisons, as well as GTA 5 and Shadow of the Tomb Raider.

In Shadow of the Tomb Raider, at the highest settings, our Area-51 achieved 260 FPS at 1080p and 145 FPS at 4k. Both the Omen 45L and Aurora R16 perform almost identically, as they both feature RTX 4090 graphics. However, the Vengeance i7500 still ranks last with the RTX 4080 Super.

In Cyberpunk 2077, with ray tracing enabled and at maximum settings, our Area-51 recorded 165 FPS at 1080p and 95 FPS at 4k. The Omen 45L and Aurora R16 demonstrate almost identical performance, achieving scores of 138 and 140 FPS, respectively, since both utilize RTX 4090 graphics. Nevertheless, the Vengeance i7500, with the RTX 4080 Super, remains in last place.

In Grand Theft Auto V, when configured to the highest settings, our Area-51 attained 310 FPS at 1080p resolution and 180 FPS at 4K resolution. Both the Omen 45L and Aurora R16 exhibit nearly identical performance, as each is equipped with an RTX 4090 graphics card. Nevertheless, with the inclusion of the RTX 4080 Super, it is noted that the Vengeance i7500 ranks last.

Area-51: Benchmark Test

The processor for the Alienware Area 51 is the Intel Core i9-14900KF, which, while not the best gaming chip, competes well with other powerful chips. This product features 64GB of RAM and 1TB of SSD storage.

On the Geekbench 6 benchmark test, our Area 51 earned 3,084 points in single-core performance, surpassing the Vengeance i7500 and Omen 35L by nearly three thousand points. However, the Alienware Aurora R16 significantly outperforms it. This is due to the chip utilized in the Aurora R16, which is regarded as one of the best gaming processors. Conversely, the results in multi-core performance are not markedly different—the rankings of all units remain unchanged.

Area-51: Verdict

The Alienware Area 51 returns with mostly standardized components in a large tower designed for future upgrades. Its gaming performance is impressive, but not a substantial improvement over previous-generation desktops.

If Alienware aimed to enhance gaming performance at lower resolutions, it might have opted for a Ryzen CPU. Nonetheless, the Intel chip provides excellent productivity performance and solid 4K gaming results.

If you need a compact option, the Area-51 isn’t suitable. Instead, you can view the latest configurations of the HP Omen 35L, Alienware Aurora, or other mid-tower models like the Lenovo Legion Tower 7i Gen 8.