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GeForce RTX 4090
GeForce RTX 4090 is tracked as a GPUs option for shoppers focused on 4K gaming, AI workloads, maximum performance.
Best for 4K gaming, AI workloads, maximum performance when the current US reference price is meaningfully below competing options.
Score
8.9 / 10
Price
$1,799
Released
Oct 12, 2022
Data last verified Jun 29, 2026. Status: discontinued.
Should you buy it?
A practical ownership call
- Buy it if you want 4K gaming and AI workloads.
- Skip it if may rely on refurbished or clearance availability.
- Treat it as a discount or refurbished pick, not a default new purchase.
North America availability
US availability
GeForce RTX 4090 is tracked mainly as a discounted, refurbished, open-box, or carrier-clearance option in the US.
Canada note
GeForce RTX 4090 may be available in Canada through brand stores or major electronics retailers, but pricing should be checked separately in CAD.
Common retailers
NVIDIA, Amazon, Best Buy, B&H, Newegg
Deal timing
GPU launches, holiday sales, monitor upgrade cycles, clearance discounts
Use official NVIDIA warranty terms and the retailer return window as the baseline before buying in North America.
Price and availability notes
Specs source
NVIDIA official product materials and public North America launch documentation are used as editorial references.
Price source
NVIDIA US launch pricing and common North America street-price patterns are maintained as editorial USD references.
Image note
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Buying scores
Gaming 1440p
9.4
Gaming 4K
9
Ray Tracing
9.5
Power Efficiency
7.8
Price to Performance
8.3
Pros
- Good fit for 4K gaming
- Competitive when discounted in the US market
- Useful alternative inside the GPUs shortlist
Cons
- May rely on refurbished or clearance availability
- Premium price limits value for casual buyers
Who should skip it
Skip GeForce RTX 4090 if may rely on refurbished or clearance availability, premium price limits value for casual buyers would affect your daily use. Compare the alternatives below before committing, especially if a neighboring product is discounted or better aligned with your ecosystem.
Specifications
| Architecture | NVIDIA GeForce architecture |
|---|---|
| Memory | 16GB to 24GB GDDR6/GDDR6X |
| Memory Bus | 256-bit or wider |
| Typical Board Power | 300W to 450W |
| Recommended PSU | 750W to 1000W |
| Ray Tracing | Hardware accelerated |
| Upscaling | DLSS |
| Target Resolution | 4K and high-refresh 1440p |
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