The GeForce RTX 4090, though a generation older than the new Blackwell 50 series GPUs, remains a powerhouse in the world of graphics cards. It outperforms the likes of the RTX 5080, RTX 4080 Super, Radeon RX 9070 XT, and RX 7900 XTX, with only the RTX 5090 surpassing it. However, the RTX 5090's availability is limited, often with significant markups, making it a challenging acquisition.
With the RTX 4090 being discontinued, finding it has become more difficult. Fortunately, Dell offers two prebuilt gaming PC models with this GPU at competitive prices. The Alienware Aurora R16 starts at $2,999.99, and the Dell Tower Plus at $2,849.99, presenting some of the best deals available for an RTX 4090-equipped system.
Alienware Aurora R16 RTX 4090 Gaming PC
Alienware Aurora R16 Intel Core Ultra 7 265F RTX 4090 Gaming PC
$2,999.99 at Alienware
This Alienware Aurora R16 model features an Intel Core Ultra 7 265F CPU, 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, but for gaming-focused users, the default Intel Core Ultra 7 265F, with its 20 cores and a max turbo frequency of 5.3GHz, is more than sufficient. The system is cooled by a 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
$3,149.99 save 10% $2,849.99 at Dell
The Dell Tower Plus offers similar specifications, including an Intel Core Ultra 7 265F CPU, GeForce RTX 4090 GPU, 16GB of DDR5-5200MHz RAM, and a 1TB NVMe SSD. Upgrading to the Intel Core Ultra 7 285K for an additional $100 is recommended as it enhances CPU 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. While the RTX 5090, with its $2,000 MSRP, offers superior performance, the RTX 4090 excels at running games at 4K resolution with over 60fps, even with maximum settings and ray tracing enabled, particularly when DLSS is supported. The only feature that challenges it, as with all GPUs, is path tracing, which is rarely used outside of benchmarks and show-offs. For most gamers, the RTX 4090 provides more than enough power.
Nvidia GeForce RTX 4090 GPU Review by Chris Coke
"The RTX 4090 may be huge and expensive, but it outperforms all competition. As the only card of its generation currently available, it's compared against older models. Its impressive specs and DLSS 3 AI technology justify its $1,599 price tag with unmatched frame rates."
Alternative: Alienware RTX 5080 Gaming PC for $2,500
Alienware Aurora R16 Intel Core Ultra 7 265F RTX 5080 Gaming PC
$2,399.99 at Alienware
Dell also offers an Alienware Aurora R16 with the new GeForce RTX 5080 GPU for $2,499.99. The RTX 5080 is part of the new Blackwell series but offers limited performance gains over the RTX 4080. It's a good choice for those upgrading from older GPUs, especially with the benefits of DLSS 4 Multi-Frame Generation.
Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Prebuilt Alternatives:
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$2,179.99 at Best Buy
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