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 formidable graphics cards on the market. It outperforms 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 its suggested retail price, often being marked up by hundreds or even thousands of dollars.

With the RTX 4090 now discontinued, finding one has become increasingly challenging. However, Dell offers a solution with two prebuilt gaming PC models equipped with this powerful GPU at competitive prices. The Alienware Aurora R16 starts at $3,299.99, while the Dell Tower Plus is priced from $2,849.99. These are among the best deals currently available for an RTX 4090-equipped system, as other manufacturers like Lenovo and HP have phased out 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 powerhouse 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, though for gaming, the default processor is more than sufficient. The Intel Core Ultra 7 265F boasts a max turbo frequency of 5.3GHz and 20 cores, supported by a robust 240mm all-in-one liquid cooler. The system is powered by a 1,000W 80PLUS Platinum power supply, ensuring top performance and reliability.

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 at Dell, this model offers similar 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 advisable, as it not only enhances performance but also upgrades the cooling system to an advanced air cooling setup with a more robust tower heatsink fan, rated for 125W 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 remains the pinnacle of the RTX 40 series, with only the RTX 5090, priced at a $2,000 MSRP, surpassing it in performance. It delivers exceptional gaming at 4K resolution, maintaining over 60fps with all settings maxed out and ray tracing enabled, especially when DLSS is in use. While path tracing poses a challenge for all GPUs, it's seldom used outside of benchmarking or social media showcases. For most gamers, the RTX 4090 provides unmatched performance without the need for the more expensive RTX 5090.

Nvidia GeForce RTX 4090 GPU Review by Chris Coke

"The RTX 4090, despite its size and cost, delivers unparalleled performance. It's the only card of its generation currently available, dwarfing competitors from the last few years. With its impressive hardware specs and DLSS 3 AI technology, the $1,599 price tag feels justified given the frame rates it can achieve."

Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Prebuilt Alternatives:

CyberPowerPC Gamer Xtreme VR Intel Core i7-14700F RTX 5070 Ti Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)

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CyberPowerPC Gamer Supreme AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D RTX 5070 Ti Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)

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CyberPowerPC Gamer Xtreme VR Intel Core i7-14700KF RTX 5070 Ti Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)

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CyberPowerPC Gamer Supreme AMD Ryzen 9 9900X RTX 5070 Ti Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)

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CyberPowerPC Gamer Xtreme VR Intel Core Ultra 7 265KF RTX 5070 Ti Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)

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CyberPowerPC Gamer Supreme AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D RTX 5070 Ti Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)

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CyberPowerPC Gamer Xtreme VR Intel Core i9-14900KF RTX 5070 Ti Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)

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CyberPowerPC Gamer Xtreme VR Intel Core Ultra 9 285 RTX 5070 Ti Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)

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New AMD Ryzen 9070 / 9070 XT Prebuilt Alternatives:

CyberPowerPC Gamer Supreme AMD Ryzen 9 9900X Radeon RX 9070 XT Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)

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CyberPowerPC Gamer Supreme AMD Ryzen 7 9700X RX 9070 XT Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)

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CyberPowerPC Gamer Supreme AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D RX 9070 Gaming PC (32GB/1TB)

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CyberPowerPC Gamer Supreme Intel Core Ultra 9 285 RX 9070 XT Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)

Priced at $2,179.99 at Best Buy.

CyberPowerPC Gamer Supreme AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D RX 9070 XT Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)

Available for $2,129.99 at Best Buy.

CyberPowerPC Gamer Supreme Intel Core Ultra 7 265KF RX 9070 XT Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)

Listed at $2,049.99 at Best Buy.

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