The GeForce RTX 4090, though a generation behind the cutting-edge Blackwell 50 series GPUs, remains a powerhouse in the realm of graphics cards. It outperforms the likes of the GeForce RTX 5080, RTX 4080 Super, Radeon RX 9070 XT, and RX 7900 XTX, with only the RTX 5090 surpassing its capabilities. However, securing an RTX 5090 often involves facing steep markups, making it a rare find for most consumers.
With the RTX 4090 now discontinued, finding one has become increasingly challenging. Fortunately, Dell offers two prebuilt gaming PC models equipped with the RTX 4090 at competitive prices. The Alienware Aurora R16 gaming PC starts at $2,999.99, while the Dell Tower Plus gaming PC is priced at $2,849.99. These are among the best deals available for systems featuring this high-end GPU, as other manufacturers such as Lenovo and HP have ceased offering RTX 4090 prebuilt options.
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 is a powerhouse equipped with 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, though for gaming-focused setups, the default Intel Core Ultra 7 265F is more than adequate. Boasting a max turbo frequency of 5.3GHz and 20 cores, it's cooled efficiently by a 240mm all-in-one liquid cooler. The system is powered by a robust 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 at Dell (after a 10% discount from $3,149.99), the Dell Tower Plus offers 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 not only enhances performance but also upgrades the cooling to a more efficient "advanced air cooling" system, capable of handling a 125W TDP compared to the standard 65W TDP. Like its Alienware counterpart, it's 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 pinnacle of the RTX 40 series, only outdone by the RTX 5090 in performance. It effortlessly handles 4K gaming, delivering over 60 fps with all settings maxed out, including ray tracing, especially when enhanced by DLSS technology. The only challenge it faces, like all GPUs, is with path tracing, a feature typically reserved for benchmarks or showcasing. For most gamers, the RTX 4090's performance is more than sufficient, rendering the RTX 5090's marginal improvements unnecessary.
**Nvidia GeForce RTX 4090 GPU Review by Chris Coke**
"The RTX 4090, despite its size and cost, delivers unparalleled performance. As the only card of its generation currently available, it's compared against older models, yet its hardware specs and DLSS 3 AI technology justify its $1,599 price tag with the exceptional frame rates it achieves."
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. The RTX 5080, part of the Blackwell series, provides a significant performance boost over older cards, particularly when leveraging Nvidia's DLSS 4 Multi-Frame Generation technology. However, its value may be less compelling for those already equipped with recent high-end GPUs.
Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Prebuilt Alternatives:
CyberPowerPC Gamer Xtreme VR Intel Core i7-14700F RTX 5070 Ti Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)
Priced at $2,069.99 at Amazon, this system features an RTX 5070 Ti GPU, paired with an Intel Core i7-14700F CPU, 32GB RAM, and a 2TB storage solution.
CyberPowerPC Gamer Supreme AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D RTX 5070 Ti Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)
Available for $2,159.99 at Amazon, this configuration includes an AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D CPU, RTX 5070 Ti GPU, 32GB RAM, and 2TB storage.
CyberPowerPC Gamer Xtreme VR Intel Core i9-14900F RTX 5070 Ti Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)
Priced at $2,199.99 at Amazon, this system boasts an Intel Core i9-14900F CPU, RTX 5070 Ti GPU, 32GB RAM, and 2TB storage.
CyberPowerPC Gamer Xtreme VR Intel Core i7-14700KF RTX 5070 Ti Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)
Available for $2,209.99 at Amazon, this setup features an Intel Core i7-14700KF CPU, RTX 5070 Ti GPU, 32GB RAM, and 2TB storage.
CyberPowerPC Gamer Supreme AMD Ryzen 9 9900X RTX 5070 Ti Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)
Priced at $2,229.99 at Amazon, this configuration includes an AMD Ryzen 9 9900X CPU, RTX 5070 Ti GPU, 32GB RAM, and 2TB storage.
CyberPowerPC Gamer Xtreme VR Intel Core Ultra 7 265KF RTX 5070 Ti Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)
Available for $2,259.99 at Amazon, this system features an Intel Core Ultra 7 265KF CPU, RTX 5070 Ti GPU, 32GB RAM, and 2TB storage.
CyberPowerPC Gamer Supreme AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D RTX 5070 Ti Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)
Priced at $2,319.99 at Amazon, this setup includes an AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D CPU, RTX 5070 Ti GPU, 32GB RAM, and 2TB storage.
CyberPowerPC Gamer Xtreme VR Intel Core i9-14900KF RTX 5070 Ti Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)
Available for $2,319.99 at Amazon, this system features an Intel Core i9-14900KF CPU, RTX 5070 Ti GPU, 32GB RAM, and 2TB storage.
CyberPowerPC Gamer Xtreme VR Intel Core Ultra 9 285 RTX 5070 Ti Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)
Priced at $2,369.99 at Amazon, this configuration includes an Intel Core Ultra 9 285 CPU, RTX 5070 Ti GPU, 32GB RAM, and 2TB storage.
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, this system features an AMD Ryzen 9 9900X CPU, Radeon RX 9070 XT GPU, 32GB RAM, and 2TB storage.
CyberPowerPC Gamer Supreme AMD Ryzen 7 9700X RX 9070 XT Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)
Available for $1,909.99 at Best Buy, this configuration includes an AMD Ryzen 7 9700X CPU, RX 9070 XT GPU, 32GB RAM, and 2TB storage.
CyberPowerPC Gamer Supreme AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D RX 9070 Gaming PC (32GB/1TB)
Priced at $1,819.99 at Best Buy, this system features an AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D CPU, RX 9070 GPU, 32GB RAM, and 1TB storage.
CyberPowerPC Gamer Supreme Intel Core Ultra 9 285 RX 9070 XT Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)
Available for $2,179.99 at Best Buy, this configuration includes an Intel Core Ultra 9 285 CPU, RX 9070 XT GPU, 32GB RAM, and 2TB storage.
CyberPowerPC Gamer Supreme AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D RX 9070 XT Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)
Priced at $2,129.99 at Best Buy, this system features an AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D CPU, RX 9070 XT GPU, 32GB RAM, and 2TB storage.
CyberPowerPC Gamer Supreme Intel Core Ultra 7 265KF RX 9070 XT Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)
Available for $2,049.99 at Best Buy, this configuration includes an Intel Core Ultra 7 265KF CPU, RX 9070 XT GPU, 32GB RAM, and 2TB storage.
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