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Favoured Archetypes

The following archetypes are faring the best right now and can expect to spend less than usual for a device.

• Stationary Computers for the Graphic Designer The Graphic Designer would usually pay between US$1400 and US$2090 for a Stationary Computer but could save US$315 right now.
• Laptops for the Gamer The Gamer would usually pay between US$1318 and US$2291 for a Laptop but could save US$150 right now.
• Laptops for the Serious Gamer The Serious Gamer would usually pay between US$1318 and US$2190 for a Laptop but could save US$150 right now.
• Laptops for the Serious Video Editor The Serious Video Editor would usually pay between US$1318 and US$2312 for a Laptop but could save US$150 right now.
• Laptops for the Serious Multitasker The Serious Multitasker would usually pay between US$1100 and US$2110 for a Laptop but could save US$92 right now.
• Laptops for the Serious Photo Editor The Serious Photo Editor would usually pay between US$1220 and US$2084 for a Laptop but could save US$66 right now.

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Recently ranked

I do not include just any computer or tablets on TekAdvisor. Each addition undergoes a round of detailed research and only the ones I'm confident in eventually get a spot.

Here are the latest additions:

• #5, Stationary Computers ($1500 - $2100)

  

  Dell G5 Gaming Desktop from US$1220;
  ~$1890 with accessories

  Here's a Gaming PC combining compelling features such as a powerful Processor, a roomy and speedy combination of Solid-State and Mechanical Drives and a powerfu... Read More about the dg5000_s27e

  • the Hardcore Gamer
  • the Long-Term Gamer
  • the Serious Video Editor
  • the Serious Photo Editor
  • the Hardcore Graphic Designer
  • the Serious Multitasker
  • the Serious Music Producer
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	4.5/5
  Storage	5/5
  Portability	2.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	4.5/5
  Storage	5/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Tower Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	3/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	4/5
  Storage	5/5
  Portability	2.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i7-10700F

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce RTX 2060

  Memory: 16.00 GB

  Storage: 2 TB + 256 GB (~2.25 TB)

  Dimensions: 16.90 x 30.80 x 36.70 cm

  Weight: 8.200 kg

  detailed info

  US$1214.38 from Dell (Canada) (New) as of 2020-09-19 00:03:51, EDT

  pricing accuracy

  Pricing Accuracy

  Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on the Dell (Canada) site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. ×
• #4, Stationary Computers ($1075 - $1500)

  

  Dell G5 Gaming Desktop from US$840;
  ~$1390 with accessories

  This Gaming PC hits an appealing balance between affordability, power and speed. It does lack a few features I'd like to see in a gaming system (like paired mem... Read More about the dg5000_s23e

  • the Long-Term Gamer
  • the Serious Gamer
  • the Video Editor
  • the Graphic Designer
  • the Photo Editor
  • the Multitasker
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Media Consumer
  • the Audio Editor

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	3/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	2.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	4/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Tower Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	2.5/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	2.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-10400F

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1660 Ti

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB + 256 GB (~1.25 TB)

  Dimensions: 16.90 x 30.80 x 36.70 cm

  Weight: 8.200 kg

  detailed info

  US$834.88 from Dell (Canada) (New) as of 2020-09-18 10:37:51, EDT

  pricing accuracy

  Pricing Accuracy

  Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on the Dell (Canada) site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. ×
• #3, Stationary Computers ($1075 - $1500)

  

  Dell Inspiron 3880 Desktop from US$690;
  ~$1190 with accessories

  This computer is a good fit for advanced productivity and multitasking on a budget, and thanks to fast storage, it'll keep your loading times to a minimum. It's... Read More about the di3880_s2121e

  • the Tinkerer
  • the Serious Multitasker
  • the Aspiring Creative
  • the Photo Editor
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Media Consumer
  • the Audio Editor

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	2/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	2.5/5
  Power	3.5/5
  Storage	2/5
  Portability	1.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Tower Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	1.5/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i7-10700

  Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 630

  Memory: 12.00 GB

  Storage: 256.00 GB

  Dimensions: 15.40 x 29.30 x 32.43 cm

  Weight: 6.020 kg

  detailed info

  US$683.09 from Dell (Canada) (New) as of 2020-09-18 10:35:13, EDT

  pricing accuracy

  Pricing Accuracy

  Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on the Dell (Canada) site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. ×

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