Alienware Slashes Prices on RTX 4090 Gaming PCs

The GeForce RTX 4090, though a generation older than the latest Blackwell 50 series GPUs, remains a powerhouse, surpassing the performance of the RTX 5080, RTX 4080 Super, Radeon RX 9070 XT, and RX 7900 XTX. The only GPU that outshines it is the RTX 5090, which is notoriously difficult to find at a reasonable price, often inflated by hundreds or even thousands of dollars.

With the RTX 4090 being discontinued, it's becoming increasingly scarce. Fortunately, Dell offers two prebuilt gaming PC models that include the RTX 4090 at competitive prices. The Alienware Aurora R16 starts at $2,999.99, while the Dell Tower Plus is available from $2,849.99. These are currently the best deals for RTX 4090-equipped systems, as other major manufacturers like Lenovo and HP have ceased 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, 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. It's 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 offers similar specs, including the 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 improves cooling with a more robust tower heatsink fan. 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 most powerful GPU in the RTX 40 series. Only the RTX 5090, with its $2,000 MSRP, offers superior performance. The RTX 4090 can handle any game at 4K resolution with ease, maintaining over 60 fps even with max settings and ray tracing enabled, especially when DLSS is supported. The only challenge for the RTX 4090, like all GPUs, is path tracing, which is typically used only for benchmarks or social media showcases. For most gamers, the RTX 4090's performance is more than adequate, rendering the RTX 5090's additional power unnecessary.

Nvidia GeForce RTX 4090 GPU Review by Chris Coke

"The RTX 4090 may be large and pricey, but its performance is unmatched. It's the only card of its generation currently available, making comparisons limited to older models. However, its hardware specs and DLSS 3 AI technology justify its $1,599 price tag, delivering exceptional frame rates."

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 offers the Alienware Aurora R16 with the new GeForce RTX 5080 GPU for $2,499.99. The RTX 5080, part of the Blackwell series, is hard to find. In our review, Jackie notes, "If you have a recent high-end graphics card, the RTX 5080 might not be a significant upgrade. Its performance edge over the RTX 4080 is minimal, though DLSS 4 Multi-Frame Generation enhances supported games. However, for those with older GPUs seeking a substantial boost, the RTX 5080 is a solid choice, especially if you're into Nvidia's AI features."

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 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)

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