QuickBooks Desktop 2018

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Developer	Intuit
Publisher	Intuit

If you need an accounting program for individuals and businesses of any size, QuickBooks is pretty much the industry standard.

Genre

Financial Software

Characteristics

Accounting, Expenses Management, Invoicing, Payroll, Taxes

The following Systems meet the minimal system requirements set by QuickBooks Desktop 2018's developers. So it should run, but you might experience slowdowns when working with larger, heavier files.

The following will run QuickBooks Desktop 2018, but maybe not optimally. prices range from $548.00 to $990.00, accessories included.

Want a simple solution? Here are a few pre-built Systems which should do the trick.

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  HP Envy Desktop PC from $700;
  ~$990 with accessories

  Here's a compelling computer for most gaming and creative projects. Its video card isn't the strongest or latest, but it's still an asset when running visual pr... Read More about the 750-449

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

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	2/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	2.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Tower Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	1/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	3.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  performance in QuickBooks Desktop 2018

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-6400

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 960

  Memory: 12.00 GB

  Storage: 2 TB

  Dimensions: 16.51 x 40.11 x 40.51 cm

  Weight: 9.85 kg

  detailed info

  $699.99 from London Drugs (New) as of 2018-08-20 05:43:39, EDT

  pricing accuracy

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  HP 8200 Elite from $2309%, Best price yet!
  ~$548 with accessories

  An older computer, it's been refurbished with the latest version of windows and still has a lot to offer if you do not need the latest, greatest thing. It's a w... Read More about the 211204MB

  • the Tinkerer
  • the Multitasker
  • the Casual Worker
  • the Audio Editor
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	1.5/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	3.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	1/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Compact Towers standards

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

  performance in QuickBooks Desktop 2018

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-2400S

  Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 2000

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 512.00 GB

  Dimensions: 10.03 x 33.78 x 37.85 cm

  Weight: 8.50 kg

  detailed info

  from $225.03

  • $225.03 from Amazon (Refurbished)
    as of 2018-08-20 05:32:54, EDT
  • $289.99 from Staples (Refurbished)
    as of 2018-08-17 10:44:19, EDT

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  HP 8200 Elite from $310;
  ~$613 with accessories

  An older computer, this refurbished PC has been updated to the latest version of windows and still has a lot to offer if you do not need the latest, greatest th... Read More about the HP Elite 8200

  • the Tinkerer
  • the Multitasker
  • the Casual Worker
  • the Audio Editor
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	1.5/5
  Storage	2/5
  Portability	3.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	1/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Compact Towers standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	1.5/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	2/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  performance in QuickBooks Desktop 2018

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-2400S

  Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 2000

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB

  Dimensions: 10.03 x 33.78 x 37.85 cm

  Weight: 8.50 kg

  detailed info

  from $309.00

  • $309.00 from Best Buy (Refurbished)
    as of 2018-08-17 12:53:17, EDT
  • $309.99 from Newegg (Refurbished)
    as of 2018-08-17 11:01:12, EDT
  • $348.99 from Amazon (Refurbished)
    as of 2018-08-20 05:40:57, EDT

  pricing accuracy

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  HP Pavilion Desktop PC from $520;
  ~$804 with accessories

  This might not be the most exciting PC, but it's a good pick if your plans for your next computer mostly involves editing texts and working with numbers. It's e... Read More about the 570-P019

  • the Tinkerer
  • the Serious Multitasker
  • the Graphic Designer
  • the Photo Editor
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Audio Editor
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	1/5
  Storage	2/5
  Portability	3.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Tower Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	2/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	0.5/5
  Storage	1.5/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  performance in QuickBooks Desktop 2018

  4/5

  Meets recommended specs

  Specs

  Processor: AMD A12-9800

  Graphics: AMD Radeon R7 Graphics

  Memory: 12.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB

  Dimensions: 16.31 x 39.50 x 30.71 cm

  Weight: 5.70 kg

  detailed info

  $513.99 from Tiger Direct (New) as of 2018-08-20 06:11:13, EDT

  pricing accuracy

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  Asus M32BF Tower Computer from $430;
  ~$720 with accessories

  A great computer for productivity and even more creative tasks.

  • the Tinkerer
  • the Photo Editor
  • the Multitasker
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	3/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	1/5
  Storage	2/5
  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	2/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Tower Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	1.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	0.5/5
  Storage	1.5/5
  Portability	3/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  performance in QuickBooks Desktop 2018

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  Specs

  Processor: AMD A10-7800

  Graphics: AMD Radeon R7 Graphics

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB

  Dimensions: 17.53 x 40.89 x 38.10 cm

  Weight: 8.30 kg

  detailed info

  $429.99 from Newegg (Refurbished) as of 2018-08-17 12:20:37, 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 Newegg site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. ×
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  HP Pavilion 590 Desktop PC from $500;
  ~$790 with accessories

  With a large hard drive, this computer is a good fit for the collector of photos, music, videos and any file you'd prefer not to store in the cloud.

  • the Tinkerer
  • the Multitasker
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	3/5
  Versatility for the Price	2.5/5
  Power	1/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	3.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Tower Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	1.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	1.5/5
  Power	0/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  performance in QuickBooks Desktop 2018

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  Specs

  Processor: AMD A12-9700

  Graphics: AMD Radeon R7 Graphics

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 2 TB

  Dimensions: 17.00 x 27.70 x 33.80 cm

  Weight: 5.15 kg

  detailed info

  $499.99 from Best Buy (New) as of 2018-08-19 14:43:17, EDT

  pricing accuracy

  Pricing Accuracy

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  HP Pavilion Desktop PC from $590;
  ~$878 with accessories

  This computer is a natural fit for the media collector and the multitasker. Thanks to its ample hard drive and memory, it can handle a lot of things at one and... Read More about the 570-p059

  • the Tinkerer
  • the Serious Multitasker
  • the Graphic Designer
  • the Photo Editor
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Audio Editor
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	2.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	1/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	3.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Tower Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	1/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	0.5/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  performance in QuickBooks Desktop 2018

  4/5

  Meets recommended specs

  Specs

  Processor: AMD A12-9800

  Graphics: AMD Radeon R7 Graphics

  Memory: 16.00 GB

  Storage: 2 TB

  Dimensions: 16.31 x 39.50 x 30.71 cm

  Weight: 5.70 kg

  detailed info

  $587.54 from eBay (Refurbished) as of 2018-08-20 06:24:24, EDT

  pricing accuracy

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  Dell Inspiron 5000, 15" Laptop from $650;
  ~$740 with accessories

  A versatile laptop for work, casual browsing and playing music or video while you're busy doing other stuff.

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

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	2/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	1.5/5
  Autonomy	2.5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	2/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	2/5
  Autonomy	2/5

  by Portable Laptops standards

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

  performance in QuickBooks Desktop 2018

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-7200U

  Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 620

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB

  Screen Size: 15.6"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 38.99 x 25.91 x 2.34 cm

  Weight: 2.33 kg

  detailed info

  $649.99 from Amazon (New) as of 2018-08-20 06:17:46, EDT

  pricing accuracy

  Pricing Accuracy

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• 

  Dell Inspiron 13" Convertible Laptop from $650;
  ~$990 with accessories

  A versatile and easy-to-carry convertible laptop for everyday needs and storing your media collection... Read More about the i5379-5296GRY-PUS

  • the Video Editor
  • the Photo Editor
  • the Multitasker
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Audio Editor
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	3.5/5
  Autonomy	3.5/5

  by Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	4/5
  Storage	5/5
  Portability	1.5/5
  Autonomy	2/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Portable Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	3.5/5
  Autonomy	4/5

  by Large Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	3.5/5
  Storage	5/5
  Portability	2/5
  Autonomy	2/5

  performance in QuickBooks Desktop 2018

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-8250U

  Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 620

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB

  Screen Size: 13.3"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 32.48 x 22.44 x 2.02 cm

  Weight: 1.69 kg

  detailed info

  from $649.00

  • $649.00 from Microsoft (New)
    as of 2018-08-19 15:54:39, EDT
  • $1149.99 from Dell (New)
    as of 2018-08-19 15:56:01, EDT

  pricing accuracy

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Specs for Minimal levels of performance in QuickBooks Desktop 2018

Minimum system requirements can be difficult to interpret; they sometimes refer to older hardware or go really in-depth. Instead of relying solely on benchmarks, let's look at commonly used components on today's market to meet similar degrees of performance.

If you'd rather build your own computer or check with your local computer shop to get your new system, here are a few components to look for.

Narrow down your search

Looking for a specific kind of device?

Were you looking for a laptop instead? You can focus your search on a specific kind of device with the options below:

• Laptops
  (73 results, starting at $1100)
• Tablets
  (26 results, starting at $900)
• Stationary Computers
  (47 results, starting at $900)
• Stationary Computers: Tower Computers
  (28 results, starting at $900)
• Stationary Computers: Compact Towers
  (10 results, starting at $530)
• Stationary Computers: All-in-Ones
  (9 results, starting at $980)
• Laptops: Portable Laptops
  (56 results, starting at $950)
• Laptops: Large Laptops
  (17 results, starting at $1613)
• Tablets: Large Tablets
  (26 results, starting at $900)

Looking for a different performance level?

The systems above meet QuickBooks Desktop 2018's minimum requirements. It might run a little slow in some areas and you might need to disable or lower some options for an enjoyable experience.

You can look for something with more oomph by picking another performance level below:

Wonder why you get better systems than requested?

That's because TekAdvisor limits results based on a maximum price rather than a maximum performance. For instance: If 3-stars or even 5-stars systems are available in the same price range as 1-star options, I'm pretty sure you should consider the better-performing options as well.

The results above are the 9 systems offering the best bang-for-the-buck among the cheapest catalogued systems capable of running QuickBooks Desktop 2018 at the specified level of performance or better.