Dell, Alienware RTX 4090 Gaming PCs Start at $2,850

The GeForce RTX 4090, though a generation older than the new Blackwell 50 series GPUs, remains one of the most powerful graphics cards available, outshining the RTX 5080, RTX 4080 Super, Radeon RX 9070 XT, and RX 7900 XTX. The only GPU that surpasses it is the RTX 5090, which is notoriously hard to find without a significant price markup, often reaching into the thousands.

As the RTX 4090 has been discontinued, finding one has become increasingly difficult. However, Dell offers two prebuilt gaming PC models featuring this powerhouse GPU at competitive prices. The Alienware Aurora R16 starts at $3,299.99, while the Dell Tower Plus is available from $2,849.99. These options represent some of the best deals for an RTX 4090-equipped system, especially since other manufacturers like Lenovo and HP have discontinued their RTX 4090 prebuilt offerings.

Alienware Aurora R16 RTX 4090 Gaming PC

Alienware Aurora R16 Intel Core Ultra 7 265F RTX 4090 Gaming PC

Priced at $3,299.99 at Alienware, this Alienware Aurora R16 is equipped with an Intel Core Ultra 7 265F CPU, GeForce RTX 4090 GPU, 16GB of DDR5-5200MHz RAM, and a 1TB NVMe SSD. The processor can be upgraded to an Intel Core Ultra 9 285K, though for gaming at higher resolutions, the default Intel Core Ultra 7 265F is more than sufficient. With a max turbo frequency of 5.3GHz and 20 cores, this processor is well-cooled by a 240mm all-in-one liquid cooler and 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 after a 10% discount from $3,149.99 at Dell, the Dell Tower Plus offers similar high-end specs including 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 enhances performance but also upgrades the cooling system to a more efficient "advanced air cooling" setup, suitable for a 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 is the flagship of the RTX 40 series, only outperformed by the RTX 5090 with its $2,000 MSRP. It excels at running games at 4K resolution with frame rates consistently above 60fps, even with maximum settings and ray tracing enabled, particularly when using DLSS. The RTX 4090 struggles only with path tracing, a feature typically used for benchmarking or showcasing rather than regular gameplay. For most gamers, the RTX 4090's performance is more than adequate, making the RTX 5090's superior power less necessary.

Nvidia GeForce RTX 4090 GPU Review by Chris Coke

"The RTX 4090 is a behemoth in size and price, yet it's unparalleled in performance, leaving competitors in the dust. While it's the only card of its generation currently available, its hardware specs and DLSS 3 technology justify its $1,599 price tag, delivering exceptional frame rates."

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