Alienware Slashes Prices on RTX 4090 Gaming PCs

The GeForce RTX 4090, though a generation behind the cutting-edge Blackwell 50 series GPUs, remains a powerhouse in the world of graphics cards. It surpasses 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 hard to find at its $2,000 MSRP, often selling for much more due to high demand.

With the RTX 4090 now discontinued, finding one has become a challenge. However, Dell offers two prebuilt gaming PCs that come equipped with this exceptional 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 best options for those seeking an RTX 4090 without breaking the bank. Notably, other major manufacturers like Lenovo and HP have stopped offering RTX 4090 prebuilt gaming PCs.

Alienware Aurora R16 RTX 4090 Gaming PC

Alienware Aurora R16 Intel Core Ultra 7 265F RTX 4090 Gaming PC

Available for $2,999.99 at Alienware, the Alienware Aurora R16 is a powerhouse featuring 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 purposes, the default Intel Core Ultra 7 265F, with its 20 cores and 5.3GHz max turbo frequency, is more than sufficient. The system is 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

Priced at $2,849.99 after a 10% discount (originally $3,149.99) at Dell, the Dell Tower Plus may look unassuming but packs a punch with similar specs to the Alienware Aurora R16: 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 not only enhances performance but also upgrades the CPU cooling to a more robust tower heatsink fan, 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 remains the top dog among RTX 40 series GPUs. It can handle any game at 4K resolution with ease, delivering over 60 fps even with max settings and ray tracing enabled, especially when DLSS is utilized. While the RTX 5090 offers superior performance, for most gamers, the RTX 4090 is more than adequate, excelling in nearly all gaming scenarios except for the demanding path tracing, which few gamers use outside of benchmarks or show-offs.

Nvidia GeForce RTX 4090 GPU Review by Chris Coke

"The RTX 4090 may be large and pricey, but its performance is unparalleled. As the only card of its generation currently available, it outshines competitors from previous years. With its impressive hardware specs and DLSS 3 AI enhancements, the $1,599 price tag is justified by the unrivaled 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

For those interested in the new Blackwell GPUs, Dell offers the Alienware Aurora R16 with the RTX 5080 for $2,499.99. As noted in our Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 FE review by Jackie, "For gamers with older graphics cards looking for a significant performance boost, the RTX 5080 is a great choice, especially if you're keen on Nvidia's AI enhancements. However, for those with recent high-end GPUs, the RTX 5080's performance gains might not justify the upgrade."

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 9700X RX 9070 XT Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)

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CyberPowerPC Gamer Supreme AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D RX 9070 Gaming PC (32GB/1TB)

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CyberPowerPC Gamer Supreme Intel Core Ultra 9 285 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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