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Dell XPS 8940 Desktop: i5-11400, 8GB DDR4, 512GB NVMe, GTX 1660 Super 6GB

+ 2.5% SD Cashback

$650

$1,050

38% off
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Dell Home & Office has Dell XPS 8940 Desktop on sale for $1,049.99 - $400 off when you apply coupon code DBXPSDTA1 = $649.99. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Deal Editor iconian for finding this deal.

Note, eligible American Express cardholders may qualify to receive a $120 Statement Credit on $599+ orders from Dell.com (learn more).

Instructions:
  1. Click here to visit the product page
  2. Add item to cart and proceed to checkout
  3. Apply to coupon code DBXPSDTA1
  4. Price will be $1,049.99 - $400 discount = $649.99
About this product:
  • 11th Gen Intel Core i5-11400 6-Core (12 Thread) Processor
  • 8GB (1x 8G) 2933MHz DDR4 RAM (4 slots total, max. 128GB supported)
  • 512GB M.2 PCIe NVMe Solid State Drive
  • NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Super 6GB GDDR6 Graphics Card
  • 802.11AX 1650i WiFi 6 (2x2) + Bluetooth 5.1
  • 360 Watt Power Supply
  • Dell KB216 USB Wired Multimedia Keyboard + Dell Wired Mouse included
  • Windows 10 Home
  • 1-Year Hardware Service w/ Onsite/In-Home Service (After Remote Diagnosis)
  • Ports:
    • Front
      • 3x USB 3.1
      • 1x USB 3.1 Type C
      • SD Card Slot
    • Rear
      • 4x USB 3.1 Type A
      • 2x USB 2.0 Type A
      • 1x DisplayPort 1.2
      • 1x HDMI 1.4
      • Gigabit Ethernet
      • RealAudio Ports (5.1 Channel)
    • Graphics Card
      • 1x HDMI 2.0b
      • 1x DisplayPort 1.4
      • 1x Dual Link DVI

Editor's Notes

Written by RevOne | Staff
  • Ratings & Review:
    • 4.3 out of 5 star rating based on 5160 customer reviews on Dell.com

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Written by iconian | Staff
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Dell Home & Office has Dell XPS 8940 Desktop on sale for $1,049.99 - $400 off when you apply coupon code DBXPSDTA1 = $649.99. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Deal Editor iconian for finding this deal.

Note, eligible American Express cardholders may qualify to receive a $120 Statement Credit on $599+ orders from Dell.com (learn more).

Instructions:
  1. Click here to visit the product page
  2. Add item to cart and proceed to checkout
  3. Apply to coupon code DBXPSDTA1
  4. Price will be $1,049.99 - $400 discount = $649.99
About this product:
  • 11th Gen Intel Core i5-11400 6-Core (12 Thread) Processor
  • 8GB (1x 8G) 2933MHz DDR4 RAM (4 slots total, max. 128GB supported)
  • 512GB M.2 PCIe NVMe Solid State Drive
  • NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Super 6GB GDDR6 Graphics Card
  • 802.11AX 1650i WiFi 6 (2x2) + Bluetooth 5.1
  • 360 Watt Power Supply
  • Dell KB216 USB Wired Multimedia Keyboard + Dell Wired Mouse included
  • Windows 10 Home
  • 1-Year Hardware Service w/ Onsite/In-Home Service (After Remote Diagnosis)
  • Ports:
    • Front
      • 3x USB 3.1
      • 1x USB 3.1 Type C
      • SD Card Slot
    • Rear
      • 4x USB 3.1 Type A
      • 2x USB 2.0 Type A
      • 1x DisplayPort 1.2
      • 1x HDMI 1.4
      • Gigabit Ethernet
      • RealAudio Ports (5.1 Channel)
    • Graphics Card
      • 1x HDMI 2.0b
      • 1x DisplayPort 1.4
      • 1x Dual Link DVI

Editor's Notes

Written by RevOne | Staff
  • Ratings & Review:
    • 4.3 out of 5 star rating based on 5160 customer reviews on Dell.com

Original Post

Written by iconian | Staff

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HonzaB
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I have this for 6 weeks already. I like it more then I thought I would. I replaced CPU fan with vetroo V5 and rear fan with be quiet 92mm PWM. Extra $40 and definitely worth doing long term for extra airflow. GPU is mining when idle for 29.5 MH with -200core, +650mem,70 power limit and 53% fan speed (custom curve in msi afterburner). GPU temp 53C.


Clean windows install is a must.
adam723
67 Posts
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Add the AMEX $120 off $599 and this is pretty hot.
ZeInfoMan
278 Posts
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For everyone who bought or is buying this, you should watch the Games Nexus review of this card! ( Just search "Dell GN GPU" it's a POS and I bought it myself. If you going to keep just the card, I would flip it before the 1 year warranty is up or of its possible a better heatsink and fan for the gpu. And I noticed there are so many of these Dell oem broken cards selling on ebay!

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Quote from studmonkey76 :
The power supply in the xps8940 is an odd shape
You're right. I can't upgrade with normal PSU. Dell has 500w PSU for $142. Going to have to pass.
Jun 8, 2021
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marksmanb
Jun 8, 2021
311 Posts
Quote from billysac :
Can anyone confirm the $120 off $599 AMEX offer does in fact apply to this deal?

This line in the AMEX offer terms makes me nervous:
"This offer does not apply to refurbished items, systems or spare parts and is not valid for online auctioneers, Professional Associations, or other Dell Member Purchase Programs."
When I begin the checkout process, Dell does refer to this system being in my "Member Purchase Program Cart". Any input is much appreciated! Smilie
Which makes no sense for AmEx. Dell Member Program is a free to join thing that doesn't offer any real perks besides free shipping.
Jun 8, 2021
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megaman1986
Jun 8, 2021
119 Posts
Why all these companies cheap out on the power supplies?, you cannot even upgrade this computer.
Jun 8, 2021
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SumDuud
Jun 8, 2021
3,696 Posts
I did a quick search for a 1660 super today and the gpu alone was coming in about this price, seems crazy but it is the current market.

Quote from studmonkey76 :
Mining is way down. Dont expect much. My 3060ti gets barely $4 a day
you cash out your mining revenue daily? I doubt it. If you're looking at mining like a daily income then you are deceiving yourself. Should track how much ETH or BTC or whatever you are getting and then think a little longer term. Something like very low-key DCA for investing. Realistically you are better off to outright buy crypto right now but if you want a low-mid range gaming rig and will mine when it is idle then you can put some ETH away at 24MH/s (or whatever you can tweak it to get)
Jun 8, 2021
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LavenderAction4421
Jun 8, 2021
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Quote from thund3rcat :
Good onboard graphics if you decide to flip the GPU, much better than previous gen.
11400 has onboard graphics?
Jun 8, 2021
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0000024
Jun 8, 2021
49 Posts
Dang would have definitely paid $20 more for the 11400 and faster RAM over the deal last week...
Jun 8, 2021
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Ardrid
Jun 8, 2021
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Quote from WittyClover794 :
Can anyone speak to what kind of gaming this machine can handle as is? What upgrades, if any, would you need to make it a capable mid-range gaming pc?
The 1660 Super is a solid midrange card. The biggest issues I foresee with this box are the thermals and the weak PSU. It's just asking for problems down the road and being proprietary pretty much means you won't be upgrading it to anything better.

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mepo12
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does this come with onboard graphics? if so which one?
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genkam
Jun 8, 2021
410 Posts
Quote from Ardrid :
The 1660 Super is a solid midrange card. The biggest issues I foresee with this box are the thermals and the weak PSU. It's just asking for problems down the road and being proprietary pretty much means you won't be upgrading it to anything better.
Are there any Dell desktop line that allows you to upgrade PSU?
Jun 8, 2021
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studmonkey76
Jun 8, 2021
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Quote from SumDuud :
I did a quick search for a 1660 super today and the gpu alone was coming in about this price, seems crazy but it is the current market.


you cash out your mining revenue daily? I doubt it. If you're looking at mining like a daily income then you are deceiving yourself. Should track how much ETH or BTC or whatever you are getting and then think a little longer term. Something like very low-key DCA for investing. Realistically you are better off to outright buy crypto right now but if you want a low-mid range gaming rig and will mine when it is idle then you can put some ETH away at 24MH/s (or whatever you can tweak it to get)
I mine when computer is idle so the mining prices dont bother me.
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playdc
Jun 8, 2021
213 Posts
Quote from WittyClover794 :
Apologies, new to PCs...The product description says "8GB (1x 8G) 2933MHz DDR4 RAM (max. supported)." Does that indicate you can't add additional RAM (e.g., 8 additional to bring it to 16GB) or does that refer to something else?
There are totally 4 ram slots. The max ram is 32gbx4=128gb
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AdamA8790
Jun 8, 2021
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So it only discounts one. I need 10 of these guys for a VR thing...Is there an easier way to get that price for 10 without having to setup 10 new email accounts?
Jun 8, 2021
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playdc
Jun 8, 2021
213 Posts
Quote from billysac :
Can anyone confirm the $120 off $599 AMEX offer does in fact apply to this deal?

This line in the AMEX offer terms makes me nervous:
"This offer does not apply to refurbished items, systems or spare parts and is not valid for online auctioneers, Professional Associations, or other Dell Member Purchase Programs."
When I begin the checkout process, Dell does refer to this system being in my "Member Purchase Program Cart". Any input is much appreciated! Smilie
After I ordered, I received the email from Amex to confirm it is qualified for $120 offer.
Jun 8, 2021
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Grosam
Jun 8, 2021
13 Posts
Quote from genkam :
Are there any Dell desktop line that allows you to upgrade PSU?
Yes another user commented you can find a 500w Dell PSU for $142, and could likely find another configuration of this XPS desktop that comes with one pre-installed.

There are a couple of things to note about the entire XPS line: Upgrading the CPU cooler and rear fan are a must, and I highly recommend moving the HDD bracket from the front slot to the top to improve airflow. With this configuration you would also want to factor in upgrading your memory to 16GB as well if you plan on gaming, but its current configuration, just with better cooling could likely serve as a decent budget pc for the time being.

Another note is like the PSU, the motherboard is proprietary so you can't just drop it into a roomier case without some serious alterations

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genkam
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Quote from Grosam :
Yes another user commented you can find a 500w Dell PSU for $142, and could likely find another configuration of this XPS desktop that comes with one pre-installed.

There are a couple of things to note about the entire XPS line: Upgrading the CPU cooler and rear fan are a must, and I highly recommend moving the HDD bracket from the front slot to the top to improve airflow. With this configuration you would also want to factor in upgrading your memory to 16GB as well if you plan on gaming, but its current configuration, just with better cooling could likely serve as a decent budget pc for the time being.

Another note is like the PSU, the motherboard is proprietary so you can't just drop it into a roomier case without some serious alterations
Thank you.. overall it sounds like a PITA to upgrade.. I miss the old Dell PC where I can just swap a 3rd party PSU without the hassle..

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