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. The only GPU that outperforms it is the RTX 5090, which is notoriously difficult to find without a significant markup. As the RTX 4090 has been discontinued, it's becoming increasingly challenging to source. However, Dell offers two prebuilt gaming PC models equipped with the RTX 4090 at competitive prices: the Alienware Aurora R16 starting at $2,999.99 and the Dell Tower Plus starting at $2,849.99. These are currently the best deals for an RTX 4090-equipped system, as other 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
Priced at $2,999.99 at Alienware, this Alienware Aurora R16 gaming PC comes equipped with an Intel Core Ultra 7 265F CPU, 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-focused systems, the default Intel Core Ultra 7 265F is more than sufficient. With a max turbo frequency of 5.3GHz and 20 cores, it's 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
Available for $2,849.99 after a 10% discount at Dell, the Dell Tower Plus gaming PC features similar specs: an Intel Core Ultra 7 265F CPU, GeForce RTX 4090 GPU, 16GB of DDR5-5200MHz RAM, and a 1TB NVMe SSD. For an additional $100, upgrading to the Intel Core Ultra 7 285K is recommended, as it not only provides a superior processor but also upgrades the CPU cooling to a more robust "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 most powerful RTX 40 series GPU on the market. Only the RTX 5090, with its $2,000 MSRP, outperforms it. The RTX 4090 can comfortably run every game at 4K resolution, achieving over 60fps with all settings maxed out and ray tracing enabled, especially when DLSS is supported. The only setting it struggles with is path tracing, which is rarely used outside of benchmarks or social media showcases. For most gamers, the RTX 4090's performance is more than adequate, making the RTX 5090's additional power unnecessary.
Nvidia GeForce RTX 4090 GPU Review by Chris Coke
"The RTX 4090 may be large and expensive, but its performance is unparalleled. As the only card of its generation currently available, it outshines competitors from the past few years. With its impressive hardware specs and DLSS 3 AI technology, the $1,599 price tag seems justified 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
Dell offers an Alienware Aurora R16 gaming PC with the new GeForce RTX 5080 GPU for $2,499.99. The RTX 5080 is one of the new Blackwell graphics cards, which are difficult to find. According to our Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 FE review by Jackie, "If you already have a high-end graphics card from the last couple of years, the Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 doesn’t offer a significant performance boost over the RTX 4080. However, for gamers with older graphics cards looking for a substantial upgrade, the RTX 5080 is a great choice, especially with Nvidia’s AI enhancements."
Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Prebuilt Alternatives:
CyberPowerPC Gamer Xtreme VR Intel Core i7-14700F RTX 5070 Ti Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)
Priced at $2,069.99 at Amazon, this CyberPowerPC Gamer Xtreme VR gaming PC features an Intel Core i7-14700F CPU, GeForce RTX 5070 Ti GPU, 32GB of RAM, and a 2TB storage.
CyberPowerPC Gamer Supreme AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D RTX 5070 Ti Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)
Available for $2,159.99 at Amazon, this CyberPowerPC Gamer Supreme gaming PC is equipped with an AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D CPU, GeForce RTX 5070 Ti GPU, 32GB of RAM, and a 2TB storage.
CyberPowerPC Gamer Xtreme VR Intel Core i9-14900F RTX 5070 Ti Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)
Priced at $2,199.99 at Amazon, this CyberPowerPC Gamer Xtreme VR gaming PC features an Intel Core i9-14900F CPU, GeForce RTX 5070 Ti GPU, 32GB of RAM, and a 2TB storage.
CyberPowerPC Gamer Xtreme VR Intel Core i7-14700KF RTX 5070 Ti Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)
Available for $2,209.99 at Amazon, this CyberPowerPC Gamer Xtreme VR gaming PC is equipped with an Intel Core i7-14700KF CPU, GeForce RTX 5070 Ti GPU, 32GB of RAM, and a 2TB storage.
CyberPowerPC Gamer Supreme AMD Ryzen 9 9900X RTX 5070 Ti Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)
Priced at $2,229.99 at Amazon, this CyberPowerPC Gamer Supreme gaming PC features an AMD Ryzen 9 9900X CPU, GeForce RTX 5070 Ti GPU, 32GB of RAM, and a 2TB storage.
CyberPowerPC Gamer Xtreme VR Intel Core Ultra 7 265KF RTX 5070 Ti Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)
Available for $2,259.99 at Amazon, this CyberPowerPC Gamer Xtreme VR gaming PC is equipped with an Intel Core Ultra 7 265KF CPU, GeForce RTX 5070 Ti GPU, 32GB of RAM, and a 2TB storage.
CyberPowerPC Gamer Supreme AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D RTX 5070 Ti Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)
Priced at $2,319.99 at Amazon, this CyberPowerPC Gamer Supreme gaming PC features an AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D CPU, GeForce RTX 5070 Ti GPU, 32GB of RAM, and a 2TB storage.
CyberPowerPC Gamer Xtreme VR Intel Core i9-14900KF RTX 5070 Ti Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)
Available for $2,319.99 at Amazon, this CyberPowerPC Gamer Xtreme VR gaming PC is equipped with an Intel Core i9-14900KF CPU, GeForce RTX 5070 Ti GPU, 32GB of RAM, and a 2TB storage.
CyberPowerPC Gamer Xtreme VR Intel Core Ultra 9 285 RTX 5070 Ti Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)
Priced at $2,369.99 at Amazon, this CyberPowerPC Gamer Xtreme VR gaming PC features an Intel Core Ultra 9 285 CPU, GeForce RTX 5070 Ti GPU, 32GB of RAM, and a 2TB storage.
New AMD Ryzen 9070 / 9070 XT Prebuilt Alternatives:
CyberPowerPC Gamer Supreme AMD Ryzen 9 9900X Radeon RX 9070 XT Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)
Priced at $2,069.99 at Best Buy, this CyberPowerPC Gamer Supreme gaming PC features an AMD Ryzen 9 9900X CPU, Radeon RX 9070 XT GPU, 32GB of RAM, and a 2TB storage.
CyberPowerPC Gamer Supreme AMD Ryzen 7 9700X RX 9070 XT Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)
Available for $1,909.99 at Best Buy, this CyberPowerPC Gamer Supreme gaming PC is equipped with an AMD Ryzen 7 9700X CPU, Radeon RX 9070 XT GPU, 32GB of RAM, and a 2TB storage.
CyberPowerPC Gamer Supreme AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D RX 9070 Gaming PC (32GB/1TB)
Priced at $1,819.99 at Best Buy, this CyberPowerPC Gamer Supreme gaming PC features an AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D CPU, Radeon RX 9070 GPU, 32GB of RAM, and a 1TB storage.
CyberPowerPC Gamer Supreme Intel Core Ultra 9 285 RX 9070 XT Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)
Available for $2,179.99 at Best Buy, this CyberPowerPC Gamer Supreme gaming PC is equipped with an Intel Core Ultra 9 285 CPU, Radeon RX 9070 XT GPU, 32GB of RAM, and a 2TB storage.
CyberPowerPC Gamer Supreme AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D RX 9070 XT Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)
Priced at $2,129.99 at Best Buy, this CyberPowerPC Gamer Supreme gaming PC features an AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D CPU, Radeon RX 9070 XT GPU, 32GB of RAM, and a 2TB storage.
CyberPowerPC Gamer Supreme Intel Core Ultra 7 265KF RX 9070 XT Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)
Available for $2,049.99 at Best Buy, this CyberPowerPC Gamer Supreme gaming PC is equipped with an Intel Core Ultra 7 265KF CPU, Radeon RX 9070 XT GPU, 32GB of RAM, and a 2TB storage.
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