RTX 4090
Prices & availability
Where to buy the RTX 4090
| Store | Condition | Price (snapshot) | Value | Checked | Offer link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newegg | New | $3479 | 42 | Go to offer → | |
| Newegg | Refurbished | $3000 | 45 | Go to offer → |
6 additional offers across variants & stores
| Variant | Store | Condition | Price | Value | Checked | Offer link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ZOTAC RTX 4090 Trinity OC | Newegg | New | $3499 | 42 | Go to offer → | |
| MSI GeForce RTX 4090 GAMING X TRIO 24G | Newegg | New | $3499 | 42 | Go to offer → | |
| MSI GeForce RTX 4090 VENTUS 3X E 24G OC | Newegg | New | $3499 | 42 | Go to offer → | |
| PNY RTX 4090 VERTO Triple Fan | Newegg | New | $3565 | 41 | Go to offer → | |
| NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Founders Edition | Newegg | New | $3699 | 37 | Go to offer → | |
| ASUS ROG STRIX RTX 4090 GAMING WHITE OC | Newegg | New | $3895 | 39 | Go to offer → |
The RTX 4090 ranks #48 of 65 in-stock graphics cards by Relative Value under the balanced preset in the 2026-08-27 offer frame. Below: how it scores per scenario and what the math says about alternatives.
Is the RTX 4090 worth it in August 2026? (value analysis)
It sits at #48 of 65 in balanced value — the "would enter" prices above show where it starts beating this frame's leaders. The current top 3 are within 4 points of each other, so leadership here is genuinely close.
Each letter answers “how well does this product handle that job?” — price is never part of it.
Near this price: Only tracked option within ±15% of this price · ±15% band
Scenario Tiers grade capability for each use — price excluded, identical to the tier list.
The scenario matrix below adds prices from the 2026-08-27 offer frame back in as Relative Value.
Value and price targets for every scenario (detailed table)
| Scenario (preset) | Relative Value | Strong Value at ≤ | Excellent Value at ≤ | Market-leading Value (100) at ≤ | Top value pick here |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balanced | 42 | $1381 | $1167 | $1004 | RX 9060 XT |
| 1080p Budget | 19 | $835 | $742 | $668 | RX 9060 XT |
| 1440p Sweet Spot | 46 | $1673 | $1430 | $1242 | RX 9070 XT |
| 4K Ultra / VR | 64 | $2096 | $1613 | $1276 | RTX 5090 |
| Ray Tracing (1440p) | 48 | $1689 | $1427 | $1228 | RX 9070 XT |
| AI / LLM | 57 | $1497 | $1115 | $857 | RTX 5090 |
Relative Value is the 0–100 benefit/cost result computed within the current in-stock frame for each preset; the frame leader is 100 and other products show their relative share. Target prices are calculation thresholds under today's dataset; where none exist, the row says so instead of showing blanks. Recalculated on every data refresh.
Price & value history
What we actually observed — lowest tracked offer, average offer price, and value/rank position among products on sale now in this category.
- ↕️ Swing of $3,989 between $260 (2026-08-15) and $4,249 (2026-07-21).
Across 38 tracked days we recorded the RTX 4090 on 38 of them. The lowest tracked offer was $260 on 2026-08-15 and the highest $4,249 on 2026-07-21. Today's lowest total is $3,479, 4.9% above the 30-day average of $3,316. The average offer price across 7 retailers is $3,591 (3.2% above the cheapest). Price volatility is volatile (15.8% CV).
Prices are the cheapest total (item plus shipping) we recorded for a New, in-stock offer on that day. Value and rank here are measured against products on sale now — the set this product actually competes in — so they will not match a Value Score computed over the whole catalogue elsewhere on this page. A previous-generation part is ranked among previous-generation parts, because that is the choice a buyer of one is actually making.
Will the RTX 4090 fit your PC? Power & size compatibility
| Recommended PSU | 850 W or higher |
| Board power (TDP) | 450 W |
| Card length | 359 mm |
| Slot size | 4 slots |
| Memory bus | 384-bit |
| Interface | PCIe 4.0 x16 |
| Power connectors | 1x 16-pin |
Before buying, confirm your case clears a 359 mm card and your power supply provides 850 W or more with the right connector. AIB models vary in length, cooler thickness and power headers.
Best alternatives to the RTX 4090 at similar prices
Chosen for 3D Rendering, not for general performance — a product that suits a different job is not an alternative here. Tiers come from the same rubric as the tier list; products we can't grade for this job are left out rather than guessed at. Prices use the page's dated offer frame.
Used RTX 4090 price & upgrade math (calculated)
We don't track live used-market listings yet, so here is an honest calculated guide instead. The cheapest new RTX 4090 in the 2026-08-27 offer frame is $3479. Two yardsticks for a unit in excellent condition: 80% of the cheapest new price ≈ $2783, and $1276 — the price at which its Value Score reaches a perfect 100 in its strongest scenario (4K Ultra / VR). The lower of the two, ≈ $1276, is a sensible ceiling if you're buying used and a realistic asking price if you're selling. Discount further for wear, mining history or a missing warranty — and score any real listing in the calculator.
FAQ
- What is a good price for the RTX 4090 right now?
- The price targets at the top of this page are calculation thresholds, not forecasts: they say what the competing offers in the 2026-08-27 frame would have to be beaten by under the balanced weighting. Two caveats worth knowing — they move when the rest of the market moves, even if this product's own price doesn't; and hitting a target says the PRICE is good, not that the product suits your job (that's what the tier badges above answer). Change the weighting in the calculator and the targets change with it.
- Where can I buy the RTX 4090?
- We track 8 offer(s) across stores, variants and conditions — the first 2 useful price highlights are shown above, with the other 6 in the additional-offers disclosure. Each row keeps its own checked date; always confirm the final price at the retailer.
- Is the RTX 4090 worth it in August 2026?
- That depends on your scenario: its Relative Value ranges across presets in the scenario matrix above (currently #48 of 65 in-stock by balanced value in the 2026-08-27 offer frame). Use the live calculator to weigh your own priorities.
- How much power does the RTX 4090 draw?
- Its board power (TDP) is 450W, and we suggest at least a 850W power supply for a typical single-GPU system. Higher-clocked AIB models can draw a little more — check the specific card.
- What is the RTX 4090 best suited for?
- On our 1000-point GPU scale (RTX 4070 = 1000) it indexes 1962 raster / 2037 ray tracing / 2833 AI. Use the scenario matrix to compare 1080p, 1440p, 4K, creation and AI capability.
- What is a fair used price for the RTX 4090?
- We don't have live used-market data yet, so we calculate a guide: 80% of the cheapest new offer (≈$2783) or the price where its Value Score reaches 100 in its strongest scenario ($1276) — whichever is lower, ≈ $1276 for a unit in excellent condition. Discount for wear, mining history or a missing warranty.
- Is a used RTX 4090 worth it?
- A used or refurbished RTX 4090 can undercut new pricing meaningfully — see the New / Refurbished / Used split in the offers table and our calculated used ceiling of ≈$1276. Weigh the discount against no manufacturer warranty and seller risk; paste any listing into the calculator to score it against the current market.
Offer frame: 2026-08-27 · dataset generated 2026-08-27 · formula gpu-value-v1.4-benefit-cost-product · Value Score is an estimate based on our current dataset, selected weights, market prices and methodology — not an official product rating or a price forecast. Target prices are calculation thresholds, not predictions. Methodology · Report a data error We are not a shop. Affiliate links may earn us a commission; they never change the calculations or the ranking.