HP Slim Standard Desktop Computer (S01-AF0209)
This model ranked #9 among Stationary Computers priced under $1050 in terms of bang-for-the-buck.
This computer won't break any speed record, but it could help with simple homework and browsing the web for the right price.
Other Considerations
Here are a few things about this Stationary Computer which could come as a surprise. For each point, you will find how to fix it (if it's an issue) and how much to budget for it. Not every point below will be a concern, but hopefully, we can keep your surprises to a minimum.
Speakerless. This Stationary Computer needs external speakers to play sounds. Your options are to hook it up to a TV or a monitor with built-in speakers, use external speakers or a headset.$30+
No Camera or Microphone. If your plans include skyping with family members, you would need a webcam or, for best results, a headset and microphone.$40+
Screenless. If you don't already have a monitor from your last computer, you could connect this Stationary Computer to a TV or get a new monitor.$120+
No Optical Drive. If you still use CDs, DVDs, or Blu-Ray disks on a regular basis, you will need an external drive to read them with this Stationary Computer.$30+
Assuming you are starting over fresh, you can expect to spend $320 on accessories, for a total cost of $770.
Who it's For
- Multitasker
- Casual Worker
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Specs
Operating System
Windows
CPU
AMD Athlon Silver 3050U, 2 cores clocked from 2.3 to 3.2 GHz
GPU
AMD Radeon Vega Graphics
Memory
8 GB
Storage
1 TB total, Media Card Reader, 72000+ RPM hard drive (fast)
Dimensions and Weight
Dimensions (cm): w26.92 × d30.23 × h9.5
Dimensions (in): w10.6 × d76.78 × h24.13
Weight (kg): 2.993
Weight (lbs.): 6.6
Features
- Built-in Media Card Reader
- Fixed storage: 72000+ RPM hard drive (fast)
- HDMI
- VGA
- USB 3
- USB Type-A
- Ethernet 10
- Ethernet 100
- Ethernet 1000 (Gigabit)
- 3.5mm Headphone+Microphone combo jack
- Bluetooth 4
- Wi-Fi a
- Wi-Fi b
- Wi-Fi g
- Wi-Fi n
- Wi-Fi ac
Maintenance and Upgrades
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Pricing and Current Offers
Software Compatibility
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