Dell Outlet is currently offering exceptional deals on Like New (Refurbished) and Scratch & Dent Alienware Aurora R16 gaming PCs. These deals are significantly lower than the prices for brand new systems, yet they come with **the same warranty as new purchases**. The most attractive offers are on Alienware desktops featuring high-end GPUs such as the RTX 4080, 4080 Super, and 4090. Given the increasing difficulty in finding these GPUs and early indications that the upcoming RTX 5000 series may not justify the cost for PC gamers, the RTX 4000 series remains our top recommendation for Nvidia GPUs at the moment.
Dell's certified refurbished systems undergo a thorough refurbishing process. These previously owned products may show minor cosmetic imperfections that do not impact performance, or they might look as good as new. Crucially, these PCs come with the same one-year manufacturer's warranty as new purchases.
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The RTX 4090 stands out as the most powerful GPU in the 40 series. In his review, Chris Coke remarked, "The RTX 4090 may be large and pricey, but it's performance is unmatched... Until competitors catch up, its impressive specs and DLSS 3 AI capabilities make the $1,599 price tag seem justified for the exceptional frame rates it delivers." Moreover, the 4090 is favored for AI applications due to its 24GB of RAM.
NVIDIA's latest generation of GPUs, the RTX 5000 series, is scheduled to launch at the end of January. While the RTX 5090 offers superior performance, it comes at a steep price of $2,000 for the Founder's Edition, with potential availability challenges. The RTX 5080 will launch at $999, but similar availability issues are expected. We plan to benchmark these cards soon, but note that they will have less VRAM than the 4090 (16GB vs 24GB), and may not immediately overtake the 4090 as the leading choice.
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The GeForce RTX 4080 Super, a second-generation card succeeding the RTX 4080, is Nvidia's second most powerful 40 series GPU. It surpasses AMD's Radeon RX 7900 XTX in terms of DLSS and ray tracing performance. In our review, Jacqueline Thomas noted, "For those seeking a 4K graphics card around $1,000, the RTX 4080 Super is an unbeatable choice. This should have been the RTX 4080 that launched in 2022."
The R16 represents Alienware's current 2024 desktop PC design. Although Dell unveiled a new Area 51 chassis at CES 2025, its appearance and design closely resemble the R16 chassis. The R16 is 40% smaller than previous models, featuring a proven airflow system that draws air through side intake vents over the GPU area and a 120mm front fan, exhausting it via a 120mm rear fan and two 120mm top fans. Most R16 systems come equipped with an all-in-one liquid cooler with a 240mm radiator mounted on top of the case.
When considering a prebuilt gaming PC, Dell stands out as one of our top recommendations. Alienware gaming desktops offer a wide range of customizable options within a unique chassis. Recent Alienware gaming laptops have been redesigned to be thinner and lighter while maintaining powerful performance. Dell's consistent build quality, readily available inventory, frequent sales, and excellent customer service are key reasons why it tops our list for purchasing gaming laptops and PCs.
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