Alienware Slashes Prices on GeForce RTX 4090 Gaming PCs

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 outshines it is the RTX 5090, which is notoriously difficult to find at its original price due to high demand and markups.

With the RTX 4090 now discontinued, finding one has become increasingly challenging. However, 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 some of the best deals currently available for an RTX 4090-equipped system, especially since 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. It boasts a max turbo frequency of 5.3GHz and 20 cores, cooled by a robust 240mm all-in-one liquid cooler. The system is powered by a 1,000W 80PLUS Platinum power supply, ensuring stable performance.

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 enhances performance but also upgrades the cooling system to a more robust "advanced air cooling" setup, 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 top performer among the RTX 40 series GPUs. When compared to the new Blackwell cards, only the RTX 5090, with its $2,000 MSRP, offers superior performance. The RTX 4090 can handle any game at 4K resolution with ease, delivering over 60fps even with maximum settings and ray tracing enabled, especially when DLSS is utilized. The only setting that challenges the RTX 4090, as well as other GPUs, is path tracing, which is typically used for benchmarks or showcasing. While the RTX 5090 may be faster, the RTX 4090 already excels in gaming performance, making the upgrade unnecessary for most users.

Nvidia GeForce RTX 4090 GPU Review by Chris Coke

"The RTX 4090 may be large and pricey, but its performance is unmatched. As the only card of its generation currently available, it's compared against older models, yet it still delivers exceptional results. With its impressive hardware and DLSS 3 AI technology, the $1,599 price tag seems justified for the unparalleled frame rates it achieves."

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. The RTX 5080 is one of the new Blackwell graphics cards, which are scarce. In our Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 FE review, Jackie notes, "For those with recent high-end graphics cards, the RTX 5080 may not offer significant improvements over the RTX 4080. However, its DLSS 4 Multi-Frame Generation enhances visuals in supported games. For gamers upgrading from older cards, the RTX 5080 provides a substantial performance boost, 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 system features an Intel Core i7-14700F and RTX 5070 Ti GPU.

CyberPowerPC Gamer Supreme AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D RTX 5070 Ti Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)

Available for $2,159.99 at Amazon, this PC includes an AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D and RTX 5070 Ti GPU.

CyberPowerPC Gamer Xtreme VR Intel Core i9-14900F RTX 5070 Ti Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)

Priced at $2,199.99 at Amazon, this system is equipped with an Intel Core i9-14900F and RTX 5070 Ti GPU.

CyberPowerPC Gamer Xtreme VR Intel Core i7-14700KF RTX 5070 Ti Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)

Available for $2,209.99 at Amazon, this PC features an Intel Core i7-14700KF and RTX 5070 Ti GPU.

CyberPowerPC Gamer Supreme AMD Ryzen 9 9900X RTX 5070 Ti Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)

Priced at $2,229.99 at Amazon, this system includes an AMD Ryzen 9 9900X and RTX 5070 Ti GPU.

CyberPowerPC Gamer Xtreme VR Intel Core Ultra 7 265KF RTX 5070 Ti Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)

Available for $2,259.99 at Amazon, this PC features an Intel Core Ultra 7 265KF and RTX 5070 Ti GPU.

CyberPowerPC Gamer Supreme AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D RTX 5070 Ti Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)

Priced at $2,319.99 at Amazon, this system includes an AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D and RTX 5070 Ti GPU.

CyberPowerPC Gamer Xtreme VR Intel Core i9-14900KF RTX 5070 Ti Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)

Available for $2,319.99 at Amazon, this PC features an Intel Core i9-14900KF and RTX 5070 Ti GPU.

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

Priced at $2,369.99 at Amazon, this system includes an Intel Core Ultra 9 285 and RTX 5070 Ti GPU.

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 system features an AMD Ryzen 9 9900X and Radeon RX 9070 XT GPU.

CyberPowerPC Gamer Supreme AMD Ryzen 7 9700X RX 9070 XT Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)

Available for $1,909.99 at Best Buy, this PC includes an AMD Ryzen 7 9700X and RX 9070 XT GPU.

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

Priced at $1,819.99 at Best Buy, this system features an AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D and RX 9070 GPU.

CyberPowerPC Gamer Supreme Intel Core Ultra 9 285 RX 9070 XT Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)

Available for $2,179.99 at Best Buy, this PC includes an Intel Core Ultra 9 285 and RX 9070 XT GPU.

CyberPowerPC Gamer Supreme AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D RX 9070 XT Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)

Priced at $2,129.99 at Best Buy, this system features an AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D and RX 9070 XT GPU.

CyberPowerPC Gamer Supreme Intel Core Ultra 7 265KF RX 9070 XT Gaming PC (32GB/2TB)

Available for $2,049.99 at Best Buy, this PC includes an Intel Core Ultra 7 265KF and RX 9070 XT GPU.

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