The GeForce RTX 4090, although a generation older than the new Blackwell 50 series GPUs, remains one of the most formidable graphics cards available, surpassing the performance of the GeForce RTX 5080, RTX 4080 Super, Radeon RX 9070 XT, and RX 7900 XTX. The only card that outshines it is the RTX 5090, which is notoriously difficult to find at its MSRP of $2,000 due to high demand and markups.
With the RTX 4090 now discontinued, it's becoming increasingly challenging to acquire. However, Dell offers two prebuilt gaming PC options equipped with this powerhouse GPU at competitive prices. The Alienware Aurora R16, starting at $2,999.99, and the Dell Tower Plus, starting at $2,849.99, are currently the most affordable ways to get an RTX 4090 in a prebuilt system. Other manufacturers like Lenovo and HP have discontinued their RTX 4090 offerings.
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, 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, though for gaming, the default Intel Core Ultra 7 265F is sufficient, boasting a max turbo frequency of 5.3GHz and 20 cores. The system is cooled by a 240mm all-in-one liquid cooler and supported by a robust 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 specs with an Intel Core Ultra 7 265F CPU, GeForce RTX 4090 GPU, 16GB of DDR5-5200MHz RAM, and a 1TB NVMe SSD. For an extra $100, upgrading to the Intel Core Ultra 7 285K is advisable, as it also enhances the CPU cooling to a more efficient "advanced air cooling" system rated for 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 top-performing GPU in the RTX 40 series, with only the RTX 5090 surpassing it among the new Blackwell GPUs. It effortlessly handles 4K gaming with over 60fps, even with max settings and ray tracing enabled, especially when DLSS is supported. Path tracing remains a challenge for all GPUs, but it's rarely used outside of benchmarks and social media showcases. For most gamers, the RTX 4090's performance is more than adequate, making the RTX 5090's superior performance less necessary.
Nvidia GeForce RTX 4090 GPU Review by Chris Coke
"The RTX 4090 may be large and costly, but it's unparalleled in performance. It's the only card of its generation currently available, dwarfing its predecessors. With its advanced hardware and DLSS 3 AI technology, the $1,599 price tag feels justified given 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 an Alienware Aurora R16 with the new GeForce RTX 5080 GPU for $2,499.99. The RTX 5080, part of the Blackwell lineup, is hard to find. In our review, Jackie notes, "For those with high-end graphics cards from recent years, the RTX 5080 may not offer significant improvements over the RTX 4080, though DLSS 4 Multi-Frame Generation enhances supported games. However, if you're upgrading from an older card, the RTX 5080 delivers a substantial performance boost, particularly with Nvidia's AI enhancements."
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