The GeForce RTX 4090, though a generation older than the new Blackwell 50 series GPUs, remains one of the most powerful graphics cards available, surpassing the performance of the GeForce RTX 5080, RTX 4080 Super, Radeon RX 9070 XT, and RX 7900 XTX. Only the RTX 5090 outperforms it, but securing one at a reasonable price is nearly impossible due to high demand and markups.
As the RTX 4090 is no longer in production, it's becoming increasingly difficult to find. Fortunately, Dell offers two prebuilt gaming PC models equipped with this powerful GPU at competitive prices. The Alienware Aurora R16 gaming PC starts at $2,999.99, while the Dell Tower Plus gaming PC begins at $2,849.99. These are some of the best deals available for an RTX 4090-equipped system, as other manufacturers like Lenovo and HP have discontinued their RTX 4090 prebuilt options.
Alienware Aurora R16 RTX 4090 Gaming PC
Alienware Aurora R16 Intel Core Ultra 7 265F RTX 4090 Gaming PC
$2,999.99 at Alienware
This Alienware Aurora R16 gaming PC is powered by an Intel Core Ultra 7 265F CPU, paired with a 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 is sufficient with its impressive max turbo frequency of 5.3GHz and 20 cores. The system is cooled by a robust 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 gaming PC offers similar specs: 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 not only enhances performance but also upgrades the cooling system from standard to advanced air cooling, suitable for a 125W TDP. The system is also powered by a 1,000W 80PLUS Platinum power supply.
Performance Comparison of the RTX 4090
The RTX 4090 stands as the most powerful RTX 40 series GPU on the market. It outperforms all GPUs except the RTX 5090, which has a $2,000 MSRP. This card effortlessly handles 4K gaming at over 60fps with maximum settings and ray tracing enabled, especially when using DLSS. The only setting it struggles with is path tracing, which is typically used for benchmarking rather than gaming. While the RTX 5090 might offer superior performance, the RTX 4090's capabilities are more than adequate for most gamers.
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 available card of its generation, it outshines previous models with its hardware specs and DLSS 3 AI technology, making its $1,599 price tag seem reasonable for the exceptional frame rates it delivers."
Alternative: Alienware RTX 5080 Gaming PC for $2,500
Alienware Aurora R16 Intel Core Ultra 7 265F RTX 5080 Gaming PC
$2,399.99 at Alienware
Dell also offers the Alienware Aurora R16 with the new GeForce RTX 5080 GPU for $2,499.99. In our Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 FE review, Jackie notes, "For gamers with recent high-end graphics cards, the RTX 5080 might not offer significant improvements over the RTX 4080. However, it provides a substantial performance boost for those with older GPUs, especially when leveraging Nvidia's AI enhancements."
Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Prebuilt Alternatives
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CyberPowerPC Gamer Supreme AMD Ryzen 9 9900X RTX 5070 Ti Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)
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$2,259.99 at Amazon
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)
$2,369.99 at Amazon
New AMD Ryzen 9070 / 9070 XT Prebuilt Alternatives
CyberPowerPC Gamer Supreme AMD Ryzen 9 9900X Radeon RX 9070 XT Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)
$2,069.99 at Best Buy
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$1,909.99 at Best Buy
CyberPowerPC Gamer Supreme AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D RX 9070 Gaming PC (32GB/1TB)
$1,819.99 at Best Buy
CyberPowerPC Gamer Supreme Intel Core Ultra 9 285 RX 9070 XT Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)
$2,179.99 at Best Buy
CyberPowerPC Gamer Supreme AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D RX 9070 XT Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)
$2,129.99 at Best Buy
CyberPowerPC Gamer Supreme Intel Core Ultra 7 265KF RX 9070 XT Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)
$2,049.99 at Best Buy
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