The GeForce RTX 4090, though a generation behind the new Blackwell 50 series GPUs, remains a powerhouse in the world of graphics cards, outperforming the RTX 5080, RTX 4080 Super, Radeon RX 9070 XT, and RX 7900 XTX. The only card that surpasses it is the RTX 5090, which is notoriously difficult to find at its suggested retail price due to high demand and markups.
With the RTX 4090 now discontinued, it's becoming increasingly challenging to obtain. However, Dell offers two prebuilt gaming PC options that include this formidable 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 most cost-effective options for an RTX 4090-equipped system, as other major 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
$3,299.99 at Alienware
This Alienware Aurora R16 gaming PC features an Intel Core Ultra 7 265F CPU, a 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, but for gaming, 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 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, while less flashy, packs similar performance with an Intel Core Ultra 7 265F CPU, a GeForce RTX 4090 GPU, 16GB of DDR5-5200MHz RAM, and a 1TB NVMe SSD. Upgrading the CPU to the Intel Core Ultra 7 285K for an additional $100 is recommended here, as it also upgrades the cooling system to an advanced air cooling solution rated 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 pinnacle of the RTX 40 series, outclassed only by the RTX 5090 from the new Blackwell lineup, which boasts a $2,000 MSRP. Capable of running every game at 4K resolution with over 60fps, even with max settings and ray tracing enabled, the RTX 4090 is a beast. The only setting that challenges it, as with all GPUs, is path tracing, which is rarely used outside of benchmarks and showcasing. While the RTX 5090 offers superior performance, the RTX 4090 is more than adequate for the vast majority of gaming needs.
Nvidia GeForce RTX 4090 GPU Review by Chris Coke
"The RTX 4090 is a behemoth in size and price, but its performance is unparalleled. As the only card of its generation currently available, it dwarfs the competition from the previous years. With its advanced hardware and DLSS 3 AI technology, the $1,599 price tag feels justified for the exceptional frame rates it delivers."
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