Finding Your Alienware PC Case on eBay: A Gamer's Guide
If you're a gaming enthusiast, chances are good that Alienware is your chosen PC brand. Whether you use a laptop or a desktop computer, you likely want a quality and aesthetically appealing case to both protect and show off your investment. Here's how to find your affordable Alienware PC case on eBay.
Choosing your Alienware desktop caseAs you begin your eBay Alienware case search, you may quickly find that compatibility is the main thing to look for. For instance, the many generations of Alienware's Aurora PC mean that searching for the new or preowned Alienware Aurora case will bring back results including several completely different cases. In order to help you find the case you need, here are some of Alienware's commonly available cases:
- Aurora case - These cases are designed to fit each generation of the Aurora desktop, including the newer ALX versions. Because of the sheer number of Aurora generations, it's important to read these listings carefully.
- X51 case - Because the X51 was designed to be roughly the size of a gaming console, these cases are smaller than Aurora cases. Because a photo of the case looks almost the same as a photo of the complete desktop, most X51 case listings will read "Alienware x51 case only" or something similar.
While preowned X51 cases are almost always sold as complete units, you will likely see that the Alienware Aurora case is sometimes sold in parts--you can buy desktop cases for just the left or right side. This offers a cost-efficient replacement solution if only part of your current case is broken or otherwise damaged. When purchasing partial cases, be careful that you are ordering for both the correct generation and side, as many of these photos look very similar.
Finding cases for Alienware laptopsIf you own an Alienware laptop, you probably want to have a safe and reliable way to transport it. And while new Alienware's cases for its desktop units may be more eye-catching, it nonetheless makes a variety of protective and practical cases for mobile gamers:
- Laptop sleeves/portfolios - These cases are designed to be lightweight and easy to carry, without a lot of extra storage space.
- Laptop messenger bags - These case solutions are useful for gamers who want their laptop bags to also offer storage solutions.
- Laptop backpacks - This may be an especially attractive Alienware case option for student gamers, as it offers maximum extra storage space alongside maximum portability.