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expiredUser2828036 posted Jul 02, 2021 05:35 PM

Dell XPS 8940 SE Desktop: i7-11700, 16GB DDR4, 512GB SSD, RTX 2060 Super

or less w/ SD Cashback + Free S/H

$1,100

$1,699

35% off
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Dell Home and Office has Dell XPS 8940 Desktop Special Edition on sale for $1,099.99 when you apply coupon code DTXPSSEAFF1 in cart. Slickdeals Cashback is available for this store (PC extension required, before checkout). Shipping is free.

Thanks to community member jehoey for finding this deal.

Specs:
  • Intel Core i7-11700 8-Core Processor
  • 16GB DDR4 Memory (16GBx1)
  • 512GB PCIe M.2 Solid State Drive + 1TB SATA 7200 RPM Hard Disk Drive
  • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER 8GB GDDR6 Graphics
  • Killer Wi-Fi 6 AX1650i (2x2) 802.11ax + Bluetooth 5.1
  • Windows 10 Home
  • Includes: Dell Multimedia Keyboard + Wired Mouse
  • Tray load DVD Read/Write Drive
  • Ports:
    • Front:
      • 3x USB 3.1
      • 1x USB 3.1 Type-C
      • 1x Audio Combo Jack
    • Rear:
      • 4x USB 3.1
      • 2x USB 2.0
      • 1x HDMI 2.0b
      • 1x DisplayPort 1.4
      • 1x Dual Link DVI
      • Audio Ports 5.1 channel (3 jacks)

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  • About this deal:
    • This price is $600 lower (35% savings) than the list price.
  • About this product:
    • Comes with 1 Year Hardware Service with Onsite/In-Home Service After Remote Diagnosis
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Dell Home and Office has Dell XPS 8940 Desktop Special Edition on sale for $1,099.99 when you apply coupon code DTXPSSEAFF1 in cart. Slickdeals Cashback is available for this store (PC extension required, before checkout). Shipping is free.

Thanks to community member jehoey for finding this deal.

Specs:
  • Intel Core i7-11700 8-Core Processor
  • 16GB DDR4 Memory (16GBx1)
  • 512GB PCIe M.2 Solid State Drive + 1TB SATA 7200 RPM Hard Disk Drive
  • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER 8GB GDDR6 Graphics
  • Killer Wi-Fi 6 AX1650i (2x2) 802.11ax + Bluetooth 5.1
  • Windows 10 Home
  • Includes: Dell Multimedia Keyboard + Wired Mouse
  • Tray load DVD Read/Write Drive
  • Ports:
    • Front:
      • 3x USB 3.1
      • 1x USB 3.1 Type-C
      • 1x Audio Combo Jack
    • Rear:
      • 4x USB 3.1
      • 2x USB 2.0
      • 1x HDMI 2.0b
      • 1x DisplayPort 1.4
      • 1x Dual Link DVI
      • Audio Ports 5.1 channel (3 jacks)

Editor's Notes

Written by oceanlake
  • About this deal:
    • This price is $600 lower (35% savings) than the list price.
  • About this product:
    • Comes with 1 Year Hardware Service with Onsite/In-Home Service After Remote Diagnosis
  • About this store:

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User2828036
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Exactly! If you want to build or maintain your own system then go buy you own parts and to it. Do not even bother coming to threads about pre-built systems made by Acer, Apple, Asus, Dell, HP, Lenovo, ect.

I do not go to threads about bread telling people you are better of sourcing your own ingredients and baking your own bread.
User2828036
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We have 3 of those G5 systems reviewed in that video with various graphics cards, 16GB ram, 1TB NVMe drives, and a clean install of Windows 10. All are performing very well and we have not seen any heat or performance issues. My kids play the newest games on them daily (CSGO, Doom: Annihilation, TF2, HOI4, Call of Duty Modern Warfare, ect.) While simultaneously having YouTube open, a couple web pages, and messenger programs. I feel as though the build quality was quite good for the price I paid. I could not be more satisfied with our purchase.

This Dell XPS system would be a great fit, for home, office, students, coders, CAD, miners, and even casual gamers. Pretty much everyone except PC gamer enthusiast that like to build and maintain their own systems.

If you are just an normal person that wants to get a good deal on a good PC that will probably never be opened, and the only real maintenance you do is reinstall Windows ever couple of years to clean the system up. Then this system is perfect for you.

marksmanb
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Bad parts: If you're a hardcore gamer, go build your own system. No pre-built will meet your expectations. If you find a pre-built that meets your technical requirements, it will not meet your budget because you are paying for the service of having parts acquired and assembled. Dell gives no indication anywhere on it's site that these systems are future-proof or upgradable. So stop thinking that these are future-proof or upgradable.

Hidden charges: No. When you price out a Dell, they list things as "Included" and have up charged extras, and sometimes they have downgradable options to save you a few bucks. They set the options and the prices. You can't tell them to add or remove something from a configuration that they don't want to add or remove. The fact that they saw the On-site 1-year service as an itemized line doesn't mean it was a hidden charge, and "included" doesn't mean "free". Gamers Nexus is stupid to think that "included" means "free". It means that it's included in the price they were quoted and they wished it didn't exist. Too bad. The bit about the forced monthly subscription that you have to actively opt out of WAS true. The video says that Dell changed it and it no longer exists.

GN does nothing but complain about every single thing they review. The few things I've seen them recommend still contain backhanded insults. Nothing will ever satisfy them. That's their shtick.

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Jul 04, 2021 01:09 AM
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PECONAUTJul 04, 2021 01:09 AM
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So to get the most out of this deal, you guys recommend another stick of ram and a different PSU. Trying to get some advice cause it's my first PC
Jul 04, 2021 01:31 AM
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SharpStraw760Jul 04, 2021 01:31 AM
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Quote from PECONAUT :
So to get the most out of this deal, you guys recommend another stick of ram and a different PSU. Trying to get some advice cause it's my first PC
The PSU is good, but proprietary. The first two upgrades I'd recommend are a 120mm fan in front (you'll need a fan splitter) and an upgraded CPU cooler (vetroo v5).

A stick of ram would be nice, but 16gb single channel will be enough, and still fast enough for most people.
Jul 04, 2021 04:24 AM
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keungJul 04, 2021 04:24 AM
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Quote from high5nothi5 :
Do you need a separate code for the Amex offer or just use the Amex card?
Quote from cho9736 :
just use the card
Let's MAKE IT CLEAR
1. You need to have the Dell AMEX Offer shows up on your card (login Amex website and check offer page)
2. You need to add the offer to the car
4. Use the card for payment at Dell

"Just use the card" wont get you credit without 1, 2
Jul 04, 2021 04:24 AM
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IndigoMoon6278Jul 04, 2021 04:24 AM
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Anyone know what 16GB ram stick is in there so I can preemptively order an extra?
Jul 04, 2021 04:50 AM
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MrCrispyJul 04, 2021 04:50 AM
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How much can the gpu be sold for and whats the best way? does ebay get higher prices or local listing?
Jul 04, 2021 05:40 AM
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DrTamoJul 04, 2021 05:40 AM
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I think this is a great deal for me. I was looking to upgrade my GPU. I had AMEX $150 off $1000 and plus 10 percent AMEX 10 cash back. I received close to $270 from AMEX. Total paid $895. Give the system to my kids and keep the GPU for myself. Win and Win situation.
Jul 04, 2021 05:57 AM
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boobolooJul 04, 2021 05:57 AM
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Quote from schultzy :
Replacing my Dell XPS 8700 that I bought in 2013 with this. I'm a casual gamer, so I don't need a $3K gaming PC. Only upgrades I ever did to my current rig was to double the RAM to 16GB and replaced the included GPU(AMD Radeon HD 7570 1GB GDDR5) with a 1050ti. I think I got my moneys worth out of it. I'll probably set it up for one of my kids to use.
Yea if it didn't already have the msata ssd option just add an ssd to that and its more than enough for minecraft Wink

Back then the xps used normal power supplies and could be upgraded far easier.

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Jul 04, 2021 06:05 AM
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MrCrispyJul 04, 2021 06:05 AM
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Quote from booboloo :
Yea if it didn't already have the msata ssd option just add an ssd to that and its more than enough for minecraft

Back then the xps used normal power supplies and could be upgraded far easier.
Interesting, I have the old 8700 too and its a very nice case with modular everything and is whisper quiet, with an air shroud and decent cooling.

Did Dell become worse? I mean in the design/cooling. Can you add a 2nd 3.5" hdd in this or is there no expansion at all?
Jul 04, 2021 06:15 AM
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itdependsJul 04, 2021 06:15 AM
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Quote from dealmashuguna :
10% AMEX really? on top of the $120/150? where is that or was it in your offers?
Yes 2 offers
Jul 04, 2021 02:10 PM
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J.treehornJul 04, 2021 02:10 PM
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We regularly see RTX 3060 and even 3060 Ti deals pop up in this price range on SD. DO NOT BUY if you're planning on gaming with this and you want the best deal. Wait the fews days or a week for the RTX 30 series to come back.
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Jul 04, 2021 03:22 PM
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mintblue3411Jul 04, 2021 03:22 PM
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Quote from itdepends :
Yes 2 offers
Which Amex card has this offer
Jul 04, 2021 03:36 PM
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PragmatismJul 04, 2021 03:36 PM
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Quote from high5nothi5 :
I didn't get this on mine. That's why was asking.
It's only for rich people. Plebs like us don't deserve a break.
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Jul 04, 2021 03:52 PM
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SharpStraw760Jul 04, 2021 03:52 PM
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Quote from MrCrispy :
Interesting, I have the old 8700 too and its a very nice case with modular everything and is whisper quiet, with an air shroud and decent cooling.

Did Dell become worse? I mean in the design/cooling. Can you add a 2nd 3.5" hdd in this or is there no expansion at all?
There's multiple expansion bays for storage (including 3.5) with wires pre-ran. It's pretty nice in that way, actually.
Jul 04, 2021 03:55 PM
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BTC007Jul 04, 2021 03:55 PM
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Quote from sealove1982 :
Which Amex card has this offer
If I were guessing, and I am, I would say the $150 back was a Blue Cash Every Day card upgrade offer, because I recently took advantage of the same deal. If you upgraded to Blue Cash Preferred, and spent $1k within 3 months, you got $150 back. I'm speculating and could be wrong. I have no insight into the 10% offer. It could be just another offer on the card, and those seem to vary by individual.
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Jul 04, 2021 03:59 PM
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chucklingerJul 04, 2021 03:59 PM
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Got one!

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