Alienware Slashes Prices on GeForce RTX 4090 Gaming PCs

The GeForce RTX 4090, though a generation behind the new Blackwell 50 series GPUs, remains a powerhouse in the graphics card arena, outperforming the GeForce RTX 5080, RTX 4080 Super, Radeon RX 9070 XT, and RX 7900 XTX. Only the RTX 5090 surpasses it, and obtaining one without a significant price markup is a rare feat.

With the RTX 4090 now discontinued, finding one has become increasingly challenging. However, Dell offers a solution with two prebuilt gaming PC models featuring this formidable GPU at competitive prices. The Alienware Aurora R16 starts at $2,999.99, and the Dell Tower Plus at $2,849.99. These options represent some of the best deals available for an RTX 4090-equipped system, especially as other manufacturers like Lenovo and HP have phased out their RTX 4090 prebuilt offerings.

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 is 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, though for gaming-focused users, 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 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 offers similar specs, including an 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 here, as it enhances CPU cooling from standard to advanced air cooling, suitable for a 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 remains the pinnacle of the RTX 40 series, with only the RTX 5090, priced at a $2,000 MSRP, offering superior performance. It delivers exceptional 4K gaming, easily achieving over 60fps with max settings and ray tracing enabled, particularly when DLSS is utilized. While it struggles with path tracing, this feature is typically used for benchmarks rather than everyday gaming. For most gamers, the RTX 4090's capabilities far outweigh the need for the RTX 5090's incremental improvements.

Nvidia GeForce RTX 4090 GPU Review by Chris Coke

"The RTX 4090 may be large and pricey, but its performance is unmatched. As the sole representative of its generation currently available, it outshines cards from previous years. With its impressive hardware specs and DLSS 3 AI enhancements, the $1,599 price tag is justified by the unparalleled 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 the Alienware Aurora R16 with the new GeForce RTX 5080 GPU for $2,499.99. In our Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 FE review, Jackie notes that "For those with recent high-end GPUs, the RTX 5080 might not offer a significant upgrade over the RTX 4080, though DLSS 4 Multi-Frame Generation enhances supported games. However, it's a compelling choice for gamers looking to upgrade from older cards, especially if they value Nvidia's AI technologies."

Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Prebuilt Alternatives:

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CyberPowerPC Gamer Xtreme VR Intel Core Ultra 9 285 RTX 5070 Ti Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)

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New AMD Ryzen 9070 / 9070 XT Prebuilt Alternatives:

9070 XT

CyberPowerPC Gamer Supreme AMD Ryzen 9 9900X Radeon RX 9070 XT Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)

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9070

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9070 XT

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