The GeForce RTX 4090 may be a generation older than the latest Blackwell 50 series GPUs, but it remains a powerhouse, surpassing the performance of the GeForce RTX 5080, RTX 4080 Super, Radeon RX 9070 XT, and RX 7900 XTX. Only the RTX 5090 outshines it, yet finding one at a reasonable price is akin to striking gold. As the RTX 4090 has been discontinued, it's becoming increasingly difficult to find. However, Dell offers two prebuilt gaming PC models equipped with this formidable GPU at competitive prices. The Alienware Aurora R16 starts at $2,999.99, while the Dell Tower Plus is available from $2,849.99, making these some of the best deals available for an RTX 4090-equipped system.
Priced at $2,999.99 at Alienware, this Alienware Aurora R16 comes equipped 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 users, the default Intel Core Ultra 7 265F, with its 20 cores and max turbo frequency of 5.3GHz, is more than sufficient. It's cooled by a robust 240mm all-in-one liquid cooler, and the system is powered by a 1,000W 80PLUS Platinum power supply.
Available for $2,849.99 at Dell after a 10% discount, the Dell Tower Plus offers similar specs, including an Intel Core Ultra 7 265F CPU, a 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 not only enhances performance but also upgrades the CPU cooling from standard to advanced air cooling, capable of handling a 125W TDP. The system is powered by a 1,000W 80PLUS Platinum power supply.
The RTX 4090 is the top performer in the RTX 40 series, only outdone by the RTX 5090, which has a $2,000 MSRP. It delivers smooth gameplay at 4K resolution, maintaining over 60fps with all settings maxed out and ray tracing enabled, particularly when supported by DLSS. While path tracing remains a challenge for all GPUs, the RTX 4090's performance is unmatched for most gaming needs.
Nvidia GeForce RTX 4090 GPU Review by Chris Coke
"The RTX 4090 is a behemoth in both size and price, yet its performance is unparalleled. It's the only card of its generation currently available, making comparisons with older models inevitable. However, with its superior hardware and DLSS 3 AI technology, the $1,599 price tag is justified by the exceptional frame rates it delivers."
Dell offers an Alienware Aurora R16 with the new GeForce RTX 5080 GPU for $2,499.99. According to our Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 FE review by Jackie, "For those with recent high-end GPUs, the RTX 5080 may not offer significant advantages over the RTX 4080, but it does enhance gameplay with DLSS 4 Multi-Frame Generation. For users upgrading from older cards, the RTX 5080 provides a substantial performance boost, especially with Nvidia's AI enhancements."
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