Tech Worth Buying, 2018-07-13 edition

Accessories $119.99 to $139.99

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  Asus 21.5" FHD 60Hz 5ms GTG IPS LED Monitor from $12020%, Best price yet!

  Specs

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 63.25 x 21.73 x 47.49 cm

  Weight: 5.60 kg

  detailed info

  from $119.99

  • $119.99 from eBay as of 2018-07-17 04:50:09, EDT
  • $149.99 from Best Buy as of 2018-07-17 15:16:28, EDT
  • $189.99 from Amazon as of 2018-07-17 05:53:32, EDT

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  LG 25" 21:9 UltraWide IPS Monitor with Screen Split from $14022% cheaper than usual

  Specs

  Screen Resolution: 2560×1080

  Dimensions: 60.96 x 18.80 x 38.35 cm

  Weight: 3.99 kg

  detailed info

  from $139.99

  • $139.99 from Canada Computers as of 2018-07-17 12:40:10, EDT
  • $149.99 from Memory Express as of 2018-07-17 04:58:31, EDT
  • $154.99 from Best Buy as of 2018-07-17 15:15:44, EDT
  • $161.60 from Amazon as of 2018-07-17 05:49:29, EDT
  • $179.99 from Newegg as of 2018-07-17 12:51:55, EDT
  • $206.10 from B&H as of 2018-07-17 12:40:41, EDT
  • $229.99 from London Drugs as of 2018-07-17 04:27:15, EDT
  • $239.99 from Tiger Direct as of 2018-07-17 04:32:27, EDT

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Smartphones $374.99 to $929.00

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  Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017) from $3806%, Best price yet!
  ~$497 with accessories

  If want a contract-free phone and can't quite afford to pay full price for it, the A5 is worth considering... Read More about the SM-A520WZKAXAC

  • the Mobile Gamer
  • the Casual Nomad
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Smartphones standards

  Bang for the Buck	1/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	0.5/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	3.5/5
  Autonomy	5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	0.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	0.5/5
  Storage	1/5
  Portability	5/5
  Autonomy	5/5

  by One-Handed Smartphones standards

  Bang for the Buck	1/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	0.5/5
  Storage	3.5/5
  Portability	2.5/5
  Autonomy	5/5

  Specs

  Processor: Samsung Exynos 7880

  Graphics: ARM Mali-T830

  Memory: 3.00 GB

  Storage: 32.00 GB

  Screen Size: 5.2"

  Screen Resolution: 1080×1920

  Dimensions: 14.61 x 7.14 x 0.79 cm

  Weight: 0.16 kg

  detailed info

  from $374.99

  • $374.99 from Samsung as of 2018-07-17 15:16:49, EDT
  • $375.00 from Staples as of 2018-07-17 12:48:24, EDT
  • $375.00 from Amazon as of 2018-07-17 05:43:28, EDT
  • $399.88 from Canada Computers as of 2018-07-17 14:32:02, EDT
  • $440.00 from Walmart as of 2018-07-17 04:53:11, EDT
  • $440.00 from Walmart as of 2018-07-17 04:53:21, EDT
  • $444.99 from Bell as of 2018-07-17 04:03:17, EDT
  • $469.66 from Newegg as of 2018-07-17 12:46:06, EDT
  • $469.99 from Tiger Direct as of 2018-07-17 04:14:25, EDT
  • $470.00 from Freedom Mobile as of 2018-07-17 04:23:34, EDT
  • $479.95 from Videotron as of 2018-07-17 04:31:13, EDT
  • $500.00 from Telus as of 2018-07-17 15:17:09, EDT
  • $500.00 from Koodo as of 2018-07-17 15:17:22, EDT

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  OnePlus OnePlus 6 (6GB RAM + 64GB Storage) from $700;
  ~$699 with accessories

  A phone for those of us preferring not getting in a long-term relationship with a phone company. You're always free to shop around with the OnePlus 6 and can ev... Read More about the

  • the Mobile Gamer
  • the Casual Nomad
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Smartphones standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3/5
  Power	4/5
  Storage	5/5
  Portability	1.5/5
  Autonomy	1.5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	1.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	2.5/5
  Power	1.5/5
  Storage	1/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  Autonomy	3/5

  by Large Smartphones and Phablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	4/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	3/5
  Autonomy	1.5/5

  Specs

  Processor: Qualcom Snapdragon 845

  Graphics: Qualcom Adreno 630

  Memory: 6.00 GB

  Storage: 64.00 GB

  Screen Size: 6.28"

  Screen Resolution: 2280×1080

  Dimensions: 15.77 x 7.54 x 0.78 cm

  Weight: 0.18 kg

  detailed info

  $699.00 from OnePlus as of 2018-07-17 15:13:34, EDT

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  Apple iPhone 8 from $930;
  ~$995 with accessories

  Offering impressive performance, the iPhone 8 is a great choice if you run a lot of apps of your phone and enjoy having a lot of accessorizing options.

  • the Mobile Gamer
  • the Casual Nomad
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Smartphones standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	2/5
  Versatility for the Price	1/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	1/5
  Portability	5/5
  Autonomy	4.5/5

  by One-Handed Smartphones standards

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

  Specs

  Processor: Apple A11 Bionic

  Graphics: Apple A11 GPU

  Memory: 2.00 GB

  Storage: 64.00 GB

  Screen Size: 4.7"

  Screen Resolution: 750×1334

  Dimensions: 13.84 x 6.73 x 0.73 cm

  Weight: 0.15 kg

  detailed info

  from $929.00

  • $929.00 from Freedom Mobile as of 2018-07-17 04:08:18, EDT
  • $929.00 from Staples as of 2018-07-17 14:32:39, EDT
  • $929.00 from Apple as of 2018-07-17 04:17:28, EDT
  • $929.95 from Videotron as of 2018-07-17 04:33:08, EDT
  • $949.00 from WestWorld Computers as of 2018-07-17 04:41:57, EDT
  • $949.99 from Bell as of 2018-07-17 04:13:45, EDT
  • $949.99 from Sasktel as of 2018-07-17 04:04:31, EDT
  • $950.00 from Telus as of 2018-07-17 15:15:25, EDT

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Tablets $99.99 to $1049.00

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  Amazon Fire HD 8 from $100;
  ~$190 with accessories

  A compelling option if you're looking for a no-frills tablet to play video, music and even some games... Read More about the KFDOWI

  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Tablets standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	1/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	0/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  Autonomy	4.5/5

  by Small Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	2/5
  Storage	3/5
  Portability	1.5/5
  Autonomy	5/5

  Specs

  Processor: ARM MT8163

  Graphics: ARM Mali T730MP3

  Memory: 1.50 GB

  Storage: 16.00 GB

  Screen Size: 8"

  Screen Resolution: 1280×800

  Dimensions: 21.40 x 12.80 x 0.97 cm

  Weight: 0.37 kg

  detailed info

  $99.99 from Amazon as of 2018-07-17 06:00:41, EDT

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  Nintendo Switch from $3805%, Best price yet!
  ~$390 with accessories

  The Nintendo Switch is the game console you can either use in the living room as a "regular" game console, or on the move as a tablet.

  • the Mobile Gamer

  Device Ratings

  by Tablets standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	1/5
  Storage	1/5
  Portability	4/5
  Autonomy	0.5/5

  by Small Tablets standards

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

  by Consoles standards

  Bang for the Buck	3/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	1/5
  Storage	1/5
  Portability	5/5
  Autonomy	5/5

  Specs

  Processor: Nvidia Tegra X1

  Graphics: Nvidia Maxwell 256

  Memory: 4.00 GB

  Storage: 32.00 GB

  Screen Size: 6.2"

  Screen Resolution: 1280×720

  Dimensions: 23.88 x 10.16 x 1.40 cm

  Weight: 0.40 kg

  detailed info

  from $379.99

  • $379.99 from Best Buy as of 2018-07-17 15:13:19, EDT
  • $399.00 from Amazon as of 2018-07-17 06:12:14, EDT

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  Microsoft Surface Pro from $1050;
  ~$1365 with accessories

  The Surface Pro is worth considering if you must have a fully-featured multitasking tablet which is both easy to carry and packs a long-lasting battery... Read More about the KJR-00001

  • the Road Warrior
  • the Video Editor
  • the Graphic Designer
  • the Photo Editor
  • the Multitasker
  • the Audio Editor
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	5/5
  Storage	3/5
  Portability	3.5/5
  Autonomy	3.5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	3/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	3.5/5
  Storage	1.5/5
  Portability	4/5
  Autonomy	4/5

  by Large Tablets standards

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

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-7300HQ

  Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 630

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 128.00 GB

  Screen Size: 12.3"

  Screen Resolution: 2736×1824

  Dimensions: 29.21 x 20.14 x 0.85 cm

  Weight: 0.77 kg

  detailed info

  from $1049.00

  • $1049.00 from Staples as of 2018-07-17 12:57:12, EDT
  • $1049.99 from Best Buy as of 2018-07-17 15:19:37, EDT
  • $1049.99 from Amazon as of 2018-07-17 06:15:05, EDT
  • $1149.00 from Microsoft as of 2018-07-17 05:03:16, EDT

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Laptops $649.00 to $1935.99

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  Dell Inspiron 5000, 15" Laptop from $65028% cheaper than usual
  ~$763 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	2/5
  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
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	1.5/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	1.5/5
  Autonomy	2.5/5

  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

  from $649.00

  • $649.00 from Amazon as of 2018-07-17 05:55:04, EDT
  • $695.11 from eBay as of 2018-07-17 04:51:10, EDT

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  Dell Inspiron 13" Convertible Laptop from $8503%, Best price yet!
  ~$939 with accessories

  A versatile and easy-to-carry convertible laptop for everyday needs and multimedia... Read More about the i5379-7302GRY-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	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	3.5/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	3.5/5
  Autonomy	3.5/5

  by Tablets standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Portable Laptops standards

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

  by Large Tablets standards

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

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i7-8550U

  Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 620

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 256.00 GB

  Screen Size: 13.3"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 32.48 x 22.44 x 2.02 cm

  Weight: 1.69 kg

  detailed info

  $849.00 from Microsoft as of 2018-07-17 04:48:17, EDT

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  Dell Inspiron 15" Gaming Laptop from $1400;
  ~$1554 with accessories

  A capable laptop for creative tasks and quite a bit of gaming which employs a few cost-cutting measures to attempt to go a bit easier on your wallet.

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

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Portable Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	5/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	1/5
  Autonomy	1.5/5

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i7-7700HQ

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050

  Memory: 16.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB + 128 GB (~1.13 TB)

  Screen Size: 15.6"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 39.88 x 26.49 x 2.51 cm

  Weight: 2.57 kg

  detailed info

  from $1399.99

  • $1399.99 from Best Buy as of 2018-07-17 15:14:55, EDT
  • $1487.99 from Newegg as of 2018-07-17 14:42:28, EDT
  • $1504.00 from Amazon as of 2018-07-17 06:11:50, EDT

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  Dell Inspiron 15" Gaming Laptop from $1500;
  ~$1590 with accessories

  A laptop with extra oomph, it's powerful enough for gaming and creative projects without the "gaming. look.

  • the Serious Gamer
  • the Video Editor
  • the Graphic Designer
  • 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	3/5
  Power	4.5/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	1.5/5
  Autonomy	1.5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Portable Laptops standards

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

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-7300HQ

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB + 128 GB (~1.13 TB)

  Screen Size: 15.6"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 38.91 x 27.48 x 2.49 cm

  Weight: 2.84 kg

  detailed info

  $1499.99 from Amazon as of 2018-07-17 06:04:55, EDT

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  HP OMEN 17" Laptop from $1940;
  ~$2135 with accessories

  Built to deliver impressive graphics, this imposing laptop sacrifices portability to be a better pop-up gaming station... Read More about the 17-w295ms

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

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	3/5
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	5/5
  Storage	5/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	0.5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	3/5
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	4.5/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	1.5/5
  Autonomy	0.5/5

  by Large Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	5/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	3/5
  Autonomy	3/5

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i7-7700HQ

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1070

  Memory: 16.00 GB

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

  Screen Size: 17.3"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 41.60 x 27.90 x 3.29 cm

  Weight: 3.35 kg

  detailed info

  from $1935.99

  • $1935.99 from Mike's Computer Shop as of 2018-07-17 12:28:23, EDT
  • $2099.00 from Microsoft as of 2018-07-17 12:26:45, EDT
  • $2099.99 from Newegg as of 2018-07-17 12:27:56, EDT

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Stationary Computers $429.99 to $1799.99

• 

  Asus M32BF Tower Computer from $430;
  ~$755 with accessories

  A great computer for productivity and a little more. Not a bad product if you don't have any great plans for your computer but don't want to be too restricted.

  • the Tinkerer
  • the Graphic Designer
  • the Photo Editor
  • the Multitasker
  • 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	1/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  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	2/5
  Storage	5/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Tower Computers standards

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

  Specs

  Processor: AMD A10-7800

  Graphics: AMD Radeon R7 Graphics

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 2 TB

  Dimensions: 17.52 x 37.99 x 40.84 cm

  Weight: 8.26 kg

  detailed info

  from $429.99

  • $429.99 from Best Buy as of 2018-07-17 15:18:49, EDT
  • $499.97 from Best Buy as of 2018-07-17 15:18:33, EDT

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  HP Pavilion Desktop PC from $790;
  ~$1080 with accessories

  Here's a cost-efficient desktop computer which will excel at productivity tasks and will let you explore quite a few creative avenues.

  • the Tinkerer
  • the Video Editor
  • the Graphic Designer
  • the Photo Editor
  • the Multitasker
  • 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	4/5
  Power	2/5
  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	4.5/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	1/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Tower Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	2.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	1/5
  Storage	1.5/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-7400

  Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 630

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB

  Dimensions: 16.31 x 39.50 x 30.71 cm

  Weight: 5.70 kg

  detailed info

  $789.92 from Staples as of 2018-07-17 14:37:57, EDT

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• 

  Asus G11 Gaming PC from $8506%, Best price yet!
  ~$1315 with accessories

  If you don't care much about playing the expensive blockbuster games, but enjoy playing free-to-play games and 3D indie games, this desktop tower is a pretty go... Read More about the G11CD-BS51-GTX1050

  • 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	2.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	2/5
  Portability	2/5
  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
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Tower Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	1/5
  Versatility for the Price	3/5
  Power	1.5/5
  Storage	1.5/5
  Portability	2/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-7400

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050

  Memory: 12.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB

  Dimensions: 18.00 x 42.00 x 44.00 cm

  Weight: 9.78 kg

  detailed info

  from $849.99

  • $849.99 from Best Buy as of 2018-07-17 15:17:54, EDT
  • $1199.99 from Best Buy as of 2018-07-17 15:17:35, EDT

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  Asus ROG Strix GD30 Gaming PC from $130013% cheaper than usual
  ~$1640 with accessories

  If you've been looking for a serious gaming rig requiring no assembly, this is a great pick. With a striking look and latest generation gaming hardware; this ga... Read More about the GD30CI-BS71-GTX1060

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

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	5/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	0/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Tower Computers standards

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

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i7-7700

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060

  Memory: 16.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB + 128 GB (~1.13 TB)

  Dimensions: 23.00 x 55.00 x 54.00 cm

  Weight: 17.00 kg

  detailed info

  from $1299.99

  • $1299.99 from Best Buy as of 2018-07-17 15:15:56, EDT
  • $1399.99 from Best Buy as of 2018-07-17 15:16:06, EDT

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• 

  HP Omen Gaming PC from $18005% cheaper than usual
  ~$2090 with accessories

  Looking for a high-performance gaming PC and you need it now? This factory-built rig has some mouth-watering specs, and it's available from stores across Canada... Read More about the 880-029

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

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i7-7700

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1070

  Memory: 16.00 GB

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

  Dimensions: 19.20 x 44.20 x 41.70 cm

  Weight: 17.60 kg

  detailed info

  $1799.99 from Best Buy as of 2018-07-17 15:19:21, EDT

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