The GeForce RTX 4090, though a generation behind the latest Blackwell 50 series GPUs, remains a powerhouse in the graphics card arena, outshining the RTX 5080, RTX 4080 Super, Radeon RX 9070 XT, and RX 7900 XTX. The only GPU to surpass it is the RTX 5090, which is notoriously hard to find without a hefty price markup.
With the RTX 4090 now discontinued, finding one has become increasingly challenging. Fortunately, Dell offers two prebuilt gaming PC models featuring the RTX 4090 at competitive prices. The Alienware Aurora R16 gaming PC starts at $2,999.99, and the Dell Tower Plus gaming PC is available from $2,849.99. These are among the best deals for RTX 4090-equipped systems, especially since other manufacturers like Lenovo and HP have ceased offering similar prebuilt options.
Priced at $2,999.99 at Alienware, this Alienware Aurora R16 gaming PC boasts 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, with its 20 cores and a max turbo frequency of 5.3GHz, 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.
Originally priced at $3,149.99 but now available for $2,849.99 at Dell, the Dell Tower Plus gaming PC features 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 improves performance but also upgrades the CPU cooling to a more efficient "advanced air cooling" system rated for 125W TDP. The system is powered by a 1,000W 80PLUS Platinum power supply.
The RTX 4090 stands as the most powerful RTX 40 series GPU currently available. It is outclassed only by the RTX 5090, which comes with a $2,000 MSRP. The RTX 4090 excels at running games at 4K resolution, achieving over 60fps with max settings and ray tracing enabled, particularly when DLSS is utilized. While path tracing remains a challenge for all GPUs, the RTX 4090's performance in gaming is unparalleled for most users.
"The RTX 4090 may be large and pricey, but it outperforms its competitors significantly. As the only available card of its generation, comparisons are limited to older models. However, with its impressive hardware specs and DLSS 3 AI enhancements, the $1,599 price tag seems justified for the exceptional frame rates it delivers."
For $2,499.99 at Alienware, you can get the Alienware Aurora R16 equipped with the new GeForce RTX 5080 GPU. According to our Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 FE review by Jackie, "The RTX 5080 offers limited performance improvement over the RTX 4080 for those with recent high-end cards. However, it's a significant upgrade for users with older GPUs, especially when leveraging Nvidia's AI enhancements like DLSS 4 Multi-Frame Generation."
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