The GeForce RTX 4090, though a generation older than the new Blackwell 50 series GPUs, remains one of the most powerful graphics cards available, surpassing the performance of the RTX 5080, RTX 4080 Super, Radeon RX 9070 XT, and RX 7900 XTX. Only the RTX 5090 outshines it, but finding one without a significant price markup is nearly impossible.
As the RTX 4090 has been discontinued, finding it has become challenging. Fortunately, Dell offers two prebuilt gaming PC models that include this powerful GPU at competitive prices. The Alienware Aurora R16 starts at $2,999.99, while the Dell Tower Plus is available from $2,849.99. These are some of the best deals for an RTX 4090-equipped system, as other manufacturers like Lenovo and HP have ceased offering RTX 4090 prebuilt gaming PCs.
Alienware Aurora R16 RTX 4090 Gaming PC
Alienware Aurora R16 Intel Core Ultra 7 265F RTX 4090 Gaming PC
Priced at $2,999.99 at Alienware, this Alienware Aurora R16 gaming PC comes equipped with an Intel Core Ultra 7 265F CPU, a GeForce RTX 4090 GPU, 16GB of DDR5-5200MHz RAM, and a 1TB NVMe SSD. The CPU can be upgraded to an Intel Core Ultra 9 285K, though for gaming purposes, the default Intel Core Ultra 7 265F, with its max turbo frequency of 5.3GHz and 20 cores, is more than sufficient. The system is cooled by a robust 240mm all-in-one liquid cooler and powered by a 1,000W 80PLUS Platinum power supply.
Dell Tower Plus RTX 4090 Gaming PC
New Dell Tower Plus Intel Core Ultra 7 265F RTX 4090 Gaming PC
Available for $2,849.99 after a 10% discount from $3,149.99 at Dell, the Dell Tower Plus gaming PC features similar specs with an Intel Core Ultra 7 265F CPU, GeForce RTX 4090 GPU, 16GB of DDR5-5200MHz RAM, and a 1TB NVMe SSD. For an additional $100, upgrading to the Intel Core Ultra 7 285K is recommended, as it not only provides superior processing power but also upgrades the cooling to an advanced air cooling system rated for 125W TDP. The system is powered by a 1,000W 80PLUS Platinum power supply.
How does the RTX 4090 stack up against current cards?
The RTX 4090 stands as the most powerful GPU in the RTX 40 series, only surpassed by the RTX 5090 from the new Blackwell lineup. It excels at running games at 4K resolution, comfortably achieving over 60fps with all settings maximized, including ray tracing, and even more so with DLSS support. The only area where it, and other GPUs, struggle is with path tracing, a feature rarely used outside of benchmarks and social media showcases. The RTX 5090 offers superior performance, but for most gamers, the RTX 4090 already delivers exceptional gaming performance.
Nvidia GeForce RTX 4090 GPU Review by Chris Coke
"The RTX 4090 may be large and costly, but it truly outshines its competition. Being the only available card of its generation, it's compared to older models, yet its impressive hardware specs and DLSS 3 AI technology justify its $1,599 price tag with unrivaled frame rates."
Alternative: Alienware RTX 5080 Gaming PC for $2,500
Alienware Aurora R16 Intel Core Ultra 7 265F RTX 5080 Gaming PC
Dell offers the Alienware Aurora R16 with the new GeForce RTX 5080 GPU for $2,499.99. In our review, Jackie noted that "If you own a high-end graphics card from recent years, the RTX 5080 may not justify an upgrade due to its minimal performance lead over the RTX 4080. However, for those with older GPUs seeking a significant boost, the RTX 5080 delivers, especially with Nvidia's AI enhancements."
Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Prebuilt Alternatives:
CyberPowerPC Gamer Xtreme VR Intel Core i7-14700F RTX 5070 Ti Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)
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CyberPowerPC Gamer Supreme AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D RTX 5070 Ti Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)
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CyberPowerPC Gamer Xtreme VR Intel Core i9-14900F RTX 5070 Ti Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)
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CyberPowerPC Gamer Xtreme VR Intel Core i7-14700KF RTX 5070 Ti Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)
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CyberPowerPC Gamer Supreme AMD Ryzen 9 9900X RTX 5070 Ti Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)
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CyberPowerPC Gamer Xtreme VR Intel Core Ultra 7 265KF RTX 5070 Ti Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)
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CyberPowerPC Gamer Supreme AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D RTX 5070 Ti Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)
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CyberPowerPC Gamer Xtreme VR Intel Core i9-14900KF RTX 5070 Ti Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)
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CyberPowerPC Gamer Xtreme VR Intel Core Ultra 9 285 RTX 5070 Ti Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)
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New AMD Ryzen 9070 / 9070 XT Prebuilt Alternatives:
CyberPowerPC Gamer Supreme AMD Ryzen 9 9900X Radeon RX 9070 XT Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)
Priced at $2,069.99 at Best Buy.
CyberPowerPC Gamer Supreme AMD Ryzen 7 9700X RX 9070 XT Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)
Available for $1,909.99 at Best Buy.
CyberPowerPC Gamer Supreme AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D RX 9070 Gaming PC (32GB/1TB)
Priced at $1,819.99 at Best Buy.
CyberPowerPC Gamer Supreme Intel Core Ultra 9 285 RX 9070 XT Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)
Available for $2,179.99 at Best Buy.
CyberPowerPC Gamer Supreme AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D RX 9070 XT Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)
Priced at $2,129.99 at Best Buy.
CyberPowerPC Gamer Supreme Intel Core Ultra 7 265KF RX 9070 XT Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)
Available for $2,049.99 at Best Buy.
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