Hardware
Acer Nitro 50 Gaming PC (N50-120-EB11)
ranked #3 among Stationary Computers priced under $2000
If you're looking for a gaming rig but have limited funds to do so, this system is a compelling solution. It's a reasonably powerful PC for the price
Who it's For
- Serious Gamer
- Aspiring Creative
- Photo Editor
- Multitasker
Compared Overall
| Bang for the Buck | |
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Specs
Operating System
Windows 11, Home Edition
CPU
AMD Ryzen 5 5600G
GPU
Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650, 4 GB
Memory
8 GB
Storage
512 GB total, Solid State (very fast)
Pricing
Asus ROG Strix G10CE Gaming PC (G10CE(SPL)-BBI560-CB)
ranked #4 among Stationary Computers priced under $2000
This pre-built Gaming Rig is quite capable for the price, and if you're looking for a gamin PC you can take home and play with tonight, this could be
Who it's For
- Serious Video Editor
- Serious Gamer
- Serious Photo Editor
- Hardcore Graphic Designer
Compared Overall
| Bang for the Buck | |
|---|---|
| Versatility | |
| Power | |
| Storage Space | |
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Specs
Operating System
Windows 10, Home Edition
CPU
Intel Core i5-11400
GPU
Nvidia GeForce RTX 3060, 12 GB
Memory
16 GB
Storage
512 GB total, Solid State (very fast)
Pricing
Asus ROG Strix G15CE Gaming PC (G15CE(SPN)BHI770CB)
ranked #7 among Stationary Computers priced over $2000
If you need a full-featured gaming rig in a pinch, this desktop PC is a compelling option and since it's sold by widespread retailer chain, you might
Who it's For
- Serious Video Editor
- Serious Gamer
- Serious Photo Editor
- Hardcore Graphic Designer
Compared Overall
| Bang for the Buck | |
|---|---|
| Versatility | |
| Power | |
| Storage Space | |
| Portability |
Specs
Operating System
Windows 10, Home Edition
CPU
Intel Core i7-11700F
GPU
Nvidia GeForce RTX 3070, 8 GB
Memory
16 GB
Storage
1 TB total, Solid State (very fast)
Pricing
Asus VivoBook X515 15-inch Laptop (X515EA-DS59-CA)
ranked #4 among Laptops priced $500-1000
This convenient laptop is powerful enough to handle demanding homework as well as other everyday tasks. It manages to be affordable while including al
Who it's For
- Aspiring Creative
- Photo Editor
- Multitasker
- Productivity-Focused User
Compared Overall
| Bang for the Buck | |
|---|---|
| Versatility | |
| Power | |
| Storage Space | |
| Portability | |
| Battery Autonomy |
Specs
Operating System
Windows 11, Home Edition
Screen
15", 1920×1080(FHD, 1080p, 2.1MP), Multiple Monitor Support
CPU
Intel Core i5-1135G7
GPU
Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Memory
8 GB
Storage
256 GB total, Solid State (very fast)
Pricing
Acer Spin 11-inch Convertible Chromebook (CP311-3H-K9K9)
This versatile Chromebook offers a great experience for the price and is a compelling option if you can`t quite decide between getting a netbook or a
Who it's For
- Casual Worker
Compared Overall
| Bang for the Buck | |
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| Versatility | |
| Power | |
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Specs
Operating System
Android, Chrome OS
Screen
12", 1366×768(1366 × 768, 1MP), IPS Display (incl. PLS, AHVA, etc.), Multiple Monitor Support, Touch Screen
CPU
MediaTek MT8183
GPU
ARM Mali-G72
Memory
4 GB
Storage
64 GB total
Pricing
Lenovo 14-inch IdeaPad 3 Chromebook (82KN0002CF)
Even by Chromebook standards, this netbook is a bit humble, but it's a cost-efficient solution for everyday needs.
A few characteristics could impe
Who it's For
- Casual Worker
Compared Overall
| Bang for the Buck | |
|---|---|
| Versatility | |
| Power | |
| Storage Space | |
| Portability | |
| Battery Autonomy |
Specs
Operating System
Linux, Android, Chrome OS
Screen
14", 1366×768(1366 × 768, 1MP), Multiple Monitor Support
CPU
MediaTek MT8183
GPU
ARM Mali-G72
Memory
4 GB
Storage
32 GB total, Media Card Reader, eMMC Storage (slow)
Pricing
HP x360 14-inch Chromebook (14c-ca0020ca)
ranked #8 among Laptops priced $500-1000
This Chromebook can fold onto itself for those times a keyboard would get in the way, making it an attractive solution if you've been looking for a la
Who it's For
- Multitasker
- Casual Worker
Compared Overall
| Bang for the Buck | |
|---|---|
| Versatility | |
| Power | |
| Storage Space | |
| Portability | |
| Battery Autonomy |
Specs
Operating System
Linux, Android, Chrome OS
Screen
14", 1920×1080(FHD, 1080p, 2.1MP), IPS Display (incl. PLS, AHVA, etc.), Multiple Monitor Support, Touch Screen
CPU
Intel Core i3-10110U
GPU
Intel UHD Graphics
Memory
4 GB
Storage
64 GB total, Media Card Reader, eMMC Storage (slow)
Pricing
HP 14-inch Laptop (14-fq0008ca)
This laptop is as modest as it gets, but if you need more versatility than a Chromebook can offer, this could be worth a look.
Luckily, this laptop
Who it's For
- Casual Worker
Compared Overall
| Bang for the Buck | |
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| Versatility | |
| Power | |
| Storage Space | |
| Portability | |
| Battery Autonomy |
Specs
Operating System
Windows 10, S Edition
Screen
14", 1366×768(1366 × 768, 1MP), Multiple Monitor Support
CPU
AMD 3020e
GPU
AMD Radeon Vega 3 Graphics
Memory
4 GB
Storage
64 GB total, Media Card Reader, eMMC Storage (slow)
Pricing
Asus Flip C234MA 2-in-1 Chromebook (C234MA-BB01T-CB)
This Chromebook is a compelling solution for anyone looking for affordable connectivity around the house, school, the office, the coffee shop, or anyw
Who it's For
- Casual Worker
Compared Overall
| Bang for the Buck | |
|---|---|
| Versatility | |
| Power | |
| Storage Space | |
| Portability | |
| Battery Autonomy |
Specs
Operating System
Android, Chrome OS
Screen
12", 1366×768(1366 × 768, 1MP)
CPU
Intel Celeron N4020
GPU
Intel UHD Graphics 600
Memory
4 GB
Storage
64 GB total, Media Card Reader, eMMC Storage (slow)