The GeForce RTX 4090, though a generation older than the new Blackwell 50 series GPUs, remains one of the most formidable graphics cards available. It outshines the GeForce 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 at anything close to its original price due to high markups.
As the RTX 4090 has been discontinued, it's increasingly difficult to find. However, Dell offers two prebuilt gaming PC models featuring this powerful 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 are among the best deals for an RTX 4090-equipped PC, especially since other manufacturers like Lenovo and HP have stopped offering RTX 4090 prebuilt systems.
Alienware Aurora R16 RTX 4090 Gaming PC
Alienware Aurora R16 Intel Core Ultra 7 265F RTX 4090 Gaming PC
$3,299.99 at Alienware
This Alienware Aurora R16 gaming PC comes equipped with an Intel Core Ultra 7 265F CPU, GeForce RTX 4090 GPU, 16GB of DDR5-5200MHz RAM, and a 1TB NVMe SSD. You can upgrade the processor to an Intel Core Ultra 9 285K, but for gaming, the default Intel Core Ultra 7 265F is more than sufficient. It boasts a max turbo frequency of 5.3GHz and 20 cores, 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, though less flashy, packs similar power with 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 "advanced air cooling," 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 top performer among the RTX 40 series GPUs. Compared to the new Blackwell cards, only the RTX 5090, with its $2,000 MSRP, offers superior performance. The RTX 4090 excels at running games at 4K resolution, achieving over 60fps with max settings and ray tracing enabled, especially when using DLSS. While it struggles with path tracing, this is a feature typically used only for benchmarks or show-off purposes. For most gamers, the RTX 4090's performance is more than adequate, making the RTX 5090's extra power largely unnecessary.
Nvidia GeForce RTX 4090 GPU Review by Chris Coke
"The RTX 4090 may be large and pricey, but its performance is unparalleled. As the only card available from its generation, it outclasses competitors from previous years. With its impressive specs and DLSS 3 AI technology, the $1,599 price tag seems justified for the exceptional frame rates it delivers."
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