The GeForce RTX 4090, though a generation older than the new Blackwell 50 series GPUs, remains a powerhouse in the graphics card market, outshining the likes of 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 difficult to find at anything close to its MSRP due to high demand and markups.

With the RTX 4090 now discontinued, finding one has become increasingly challenging. However, Dell offers two prebuilt gaming PC options that include this formidable GPU at competitive prices. The Alienware Aurora R16 starts at $2,999.99, while the Dell Tower Plus is priced from $2,849.99. These are some of the best deals available for an RTX 4090-equipped system, especially since other major manufacturers like Lenovo and HP have stopped offering RTX 4090 prebuilt PCs.

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 is outfitted with 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-focused setups, 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, while less flashy in appearance, packs a punch with similar internals: an Intel Core Ultra 7 265F CPU, GeForce RTX 4090 GPU, 16GB of DDR5-5200MHz RAM, and a 1TB NVMe SSD. For a modest $100 upgrade, consider opting for the Intel Core Ultra 7 285K, which not only enhances performance but also upgrades the CPU cooling to a more robust "advanced air cooling" system, capable of handling a 125W TDP. The system is powered by a 1,000W 80PLUS Platinum power supply.

Performance Comparison

The RTX 4090 stands as the top performer in the RTX 40 series, only eclipsed by the RTX 5090. It delivers exceptional performance at 4K resolution, easily achieving 60+ fps with maximum settings and ray tracing enabled, particularly when DLSS is in use. Path tracing remains a challenge for all GPUs, but it's seldom used outside of benchmarks and showcases. For most gamers, the RTX 4090's capabilities are more than adequate, making the RTX 5090's superior performance somewhat superfluous.

Nvidia GeForce RTX 4090 GPU Review by Chris Coke

"The RTX 4090 may be large and costly, but its performance is unparalleled. Currently, it's the only card from its generation widely available, making comparisons with older models inevitable. However, with its impressive hardware and DLSS 3 AI enhancements, even its $1,599 price tag feels justified for the 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 an Alienware Aurora R16 with the new GeForce RTX 5080 GPU for $2,499.99. The RTX 5080, part of the Blackwell series, provides a significant performance boost for those upgrading from older GPUs. However, for users with recent high-end cards, the performance gain over the RTX 4080 might not justify the cost, though DLSS 4 Multi-Frame Generation does enhance supported games.

Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Prebuilt Alternatives

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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 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)

$2,179.99 at Best Buy

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

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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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