Dell, Alienware RTX 4090 Gaming PC Now $2,850

The GeForce RTX 4090, though a generation behind the new Blackwell 50 series GPUs, remains a powerhouse in the graphics card arena. It outperforms the RTX 5080, RTX 4080 Super, Radeon RX 9070 XT, and RX 7900 XTX, with only the RTX 5090 surpassing it. However, securing an RTX 5090 can be a challenge due to its high demand and inflated prices, often marked up by hundreds or even thousands of dollars.

As the RTX 4090 has been discontinued, it's becoming increasingly difficult to find. Fortunately, Dell offers two prebuilt gaming PC models equipped with this formidable GPU at competitive prices. The Alienware Aurora R16 starts at $3,299.99, while the Dell Tower Plus begins at $2,849.99. These are among the best deals available for an RTX 4090-equipped system, especially since other major manufacturers like Lenovo and HP have ceased offering RTX 4090 prebuilt PCs.

Alienware Aurora R16 RTX 4090 Gaming PC

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

Priced at $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. The processor can be upgraded to an Intel Core Ultra 9 285K, though for gaming, the default Intel Core Ultra 7 265F, boasting a max turbo frequency of 5.3GHz and 20 cores, is more than sufficient. This system is cooled by a robust 240mm all-in-one liquid cooler and powered by a 1,000W 80PLUS Platinum power supply, ensuring reliable performance under heavy loads.

Dell Tower Plus RTX 4090 Gaming PC

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New Dell Tower Plus Intel Core Ultra 7 265F RTX 4090 Gaming PC

Available for $2,849.99 after a 10% discount at Dell, the Dell Tower Plus gaming PC offers similar specs to the Alienware model, 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 enhances the CPU cooling to "advanced air cooling" with a 125W TDP tower heatsink fan, improving overall system efficiency. The PC is powered by a 1,000W 80PLUS Platinum power supply, ensuring stable performance.

How does the RTX 4090 stack up against current cards?

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The RTX 4090 is the pinnacle of the RTX 40 series, surpassed only by the RTX 5090 with its $2,000 MSRP. It delivers exceptional performance at 4K resolution, achieving over 60fps with maximum settings and ray tracing enabled, especially when supported by DLSS. The only exception is path tracing, which remains a challenge for all GPUs but is rarely used outside of benchmarks or social media showcases. For most gamers, the RTX 4090's performance is more than adequate, rendering the RTX 5090's superior capabilities unnecessary.

Nvidia GeForce RTX 4090 GPU Review by Chris Coke

"The RTX 4090 may be large and pricey, but its performance is unmatched. As the only card available from its generation, it's compared against older models, and it excels with its impressive hardware and DLSS 3 AI technology. Even at $1,599, the RTX 4090 offers unrivaled frame rates, making it a worthy investment for serious gamers."

Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Prebuilt Alternatives:

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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 Intel Core i7-14700F CPU and an RTX 5070 Ti GPU, with 32GB of RAM and a 2TB storage capacity.

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

Available for $2,159.99 at Amazon, this PC includes an AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D CPU paired with an RTX 5070 Ti GPU, offering 32GB of RAM and 2TB of storage.

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

Priced at $2,199.99 at Amazon, this configuration boasts an Intel Core i9-14900F CPU and an RTX 5070 Ti GPU, with 32GB of RAM and 2TB of storage.

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

Available for $2,209.99 at Amazon, this system is equipped with an Intel Core i7-14700KF CPU and an RTX 5070 Ti GPU, offering 32GB of RAM and 2TB of storage.

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

Priced at $2,229.99 at Amazon, this PC features an AMD Ryzen 9 9900X CPU and an RTX 5070 Ti GPU, with 32GB of RAM and 2TB of 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 includes an Intel Core Ultra 7 265KF CPU and an RTX 5070 Ti GPU, offering 32GB of RAM and 2TB of storage.

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

Priced at $2,319.99 at Amazon, this PC features an AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D CPU and an RTX 5070 Ti GPU, with 32GB of RAM and 2TB of 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 boasts an Intel Core i9-14900KF CPU and an RTX 5070 Ti GPU, offering 32GB of RAM and 2TB of 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 PC is equipped with an Intel Core Ultra 9 285 CPU and an RTX 5070 Ti GPU, with 32GB of RAM and 2TB of storage.

New AMD Ryzen 9070 / 9070 XT Prebuilt Alternatives:

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9070 XT

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 and a Radeon RX 9070 XT GPU, offering 32GB of RAM and 2TB of storage.

9070 XT

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

Available for $1,909.99 at Best Buy, this PC includes an AMD Ryzen 7 9700X CPU and a Radeon RX 9070 XT GPU, with 32GB of RAM and 2TB of storage.

9070

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

Priced at $1,819.99 at Best Buy, this system boasts an AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D CPU and a Radeon RX 9070 GPU, offering 32GB of RAM and 1TB of storage.

9070 XT

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

Available for $2,179.99 at Best Buy, this PC features an Intel Core Ultra 9 285 CPU and a Radeon RX 9070 XT GPU, with 32GB of RAM and 2TB of storage.

9070 XT

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

Priced at $2,129.99 at Best Buy, this system includes an AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D CPU and a Radeon RX 9070 XT GPU, offering 32GB of RAM and 2TB of storage.

9070 XT

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

Available for $2,049.99 at Best Buy, this PC is equipped with an Intel Core Ultra 7 265KF CPU and a Radeon RX 9070 XT GPU, offering 32GB of RAM and 2TB of storage.

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