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" ...

Dell's Alienware 13, Alienware 15 and Alienware 17 got an upgrade. Alienware laptops remain one of the most popular gaming laptops in the market but it may be difficult to choose the best Alienware ...

The brand practically a synonym for "gaming PC," Alienware puts out some of the most powerful—and most expensive—laptops you can buy. This year's refresh of its 17-inch flagship, the Alienware 17 R5 ...

The Alienware 17 ($2,799) is a large-screen gaming rig for those who have a few bucks to spare. It has the power to run games at full 1080p resolution, and games look brilliant on its 17.3-inch screen ...