Tech Worth Buying, 2019-03-15 edition

Accessories $29.99 to $199.99

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  HyperX Pulsefire FPS Gaming Mouse from US$3039%, Best price yet!

  Specs

  Dimensions: 7.11 x 12.75 x 4.19 cm

  Weight: 0.12 kg

  detailed info

  from US$22.49

  • US$22.49 from Staples (New)
    as of 2019-03-19 12:24:08, EDT
  • US$41.05 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2019-03-19 04:46:46, EDT
  • US$44.98 from Newegg (New)
    as of 2019-03-19 12:25:18, EDT
  • US$44.98 from London Drugs (New)
    as of 2019-03-19 12:25:37, EDT
  • US$54.67 from eBay (New)
    as of 2019-03-19 04:27:36, EDT

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  Seagate Expansion 4 TB USB 3.0 Portable Drive from US$8019%, Best price yet!

  Specs

  Storage: 4 TB

  Dimensions: 8.00 x 11.70 x 2.09 cm

  Weight: 0.24 kg

  detailed info

  from US$74.98

  • US$74.98 from Staples (New)
    as of 2019-03-19 12:45:29, EDT
  • US$94.99 from B&H (New)
    as of 2019-03-19 12:49:00, EDT
  • US$95.22 from Newegg (New)
    as of 2019-03-19 12:47:30, EDT
  • US$101.19 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2019-03-19 12:46:12, EDT
  • US$104.94 from Tiger Direct (New)
    as of 2019-03-19 04:36:40, EDT
  • US$140.18 from Walmart (New)
    as of 2019-03-19 12:46:45, EDT

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  Staples Hyken Technical Mesh Task Chair from US$15033%, Best price yet!

  Specs

  Dimensions: 69.09 x 69.34 x 126.49 cm

  detailed info

  US$149.96 from Staples (New) as of 2019-03-19 12:40:10, EDT

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Smartphones $699.99 to $769.00

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  Samsung Galaxy S8 from US$5307% cheaper than usual
  ~$755 with accessories

  A great phone to take with you on life's many adventures, the Galaxy S8 will do a great job capturing your best moments while enduring the splashes and long hou... Read More about the G950W

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

  Device Ratings

  by Smartphones standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by One-Handed Smartphones standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	3.5/5
  Autonomy	2/5

  Specs

  Processor: Qualcom Snapdragon 835

  Graphics: Qualcom Adreno 540

  Memory: 4.00 GB

  Storage: 64.00 GB

  Screen Size: 5.8"

  Screen Resolution: 1440×2960

  Dimensions: 14.89 x 6.81 x 0.80 cm

  Weight: 0.16 kg

  detailed info

  from US$524.89

  • US$524.89 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2019-03-19 04:42:36, EDT
  • US$524.89 from Samsung (New)
    as of 2019-03-19 12:23:39, EDT
  • US$637.36 from Bell (New)
    as of 2019-03-19 04:25:31, EDT
  • US$712.35 from Telus (New)
    as of 2019-03-19 12:23:00, EDT
  • US$712.35 from Koodo (New)
    as of 2019-03-19 12:23:16, EDT

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  Google Pixel 3 from US$5706%, Best price yet!
  ~$804 with accessories

  The latest entry in Google's line of premium phones, it does not feature the notch its larger sibling, the Pixel 3 XL has.

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

  Device Ratings

  by Smartphones standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	1/5
  Versatility for the Price	3/5
  Power	1/5
  Storage	1.5/5
  Portability	5/5
  Autonomy	4/5

  by One-Handed Smartphones standards

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

  Specs

  Processor: Qualcom Snapdragon 845

  Graphics: Qualcom Adreno 630

  Memory: 4.00 GB

  Storage: 64.00 GB

  Screen Size: 5.5"

  Screen Resolution: 1080×2160

  Dimensions: 14.56 x 6.82 x 0.79 cm

  Weight: 0.15 kg

  detailed info

  from US$561.64

  • US$561.64 from Google Store (New)
    as of 2019-03-19 12:38:38, EDT
  • US$749.1 from Freedom Mobile (New)
    as of 2019-03-19 04:26:02, EDT
  • US$824.82 from Bell (New)
    as of 2019-03-19 04:24:49, EDT
  • US$824.82 from Bell (New)
    as of 2019-03-19 04:28:39, EDT
  • US$843.58 from Koodo (New)
    as of 2019-03-19 12:39:24, EDT

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  OnePlus OnePlus 6T from US$580;
  ~$769 with accessories

  With a fingerprint sensor built right into the screen, a long-lasting battery and fast charging, the Oneplus 6t offers a lot of value for the price. Its notch i... Read More about the

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

  Device Ratings

  by Smartphones standards

  Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	5/5
  Portability	2/5
  Autonomy	4.5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by One-Handed Smartphones standards

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

  Specs

  Processor: Qualcom Snapdragon 845

  Graphics: Qualcom Adreno 630

  Memory: 6.00 GB

  Storage: 128.00 GB

  Screen Size: 6.41"

  Screen Resolution: 2340×1080

  Dimensions: 15.75 x 7.48 x 0.82 cm

  Weight: 0.19 kg

  detailed info

  US$576.63 from OnePlus (New) as of 2019-03-19 12:22:18, EDT

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Tablets $269.99 to $379.00

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  Samsung Galaxy Tab A 10.1 from US$210;
  ~$360 with accessories

  A good android tablet if you're not looking for something especially powerful, but want a big screen and good battery autonomy.

  • the Casual Nomad
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Tablets standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Large Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	1/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	4/5
  Autonomy	4/5

  Specs

  Processor: Samsung Exynos 7870

  Graphics: Samsung Mali T830

  Memory: 2.00 GB

  Storage: 16.00 GB

  Screen Size: 10.1"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1200

  Dimensions: 25.40 x 15.53 x 0.82 cm

  Weight: 0.53 kg

  detailed info

  from US$202.45

  • US$202.45 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-03-19 06:00:50, EDT
  • US$202.45 from Newegg (New)
    as of 2019-03-19 06:05:41, EDT
  • US$202.45 from London Drugs (New)
    as of 2019-03-19 06:06:12, EDT
  • US$202.45 from The Source (New)
    as of 2019-03-19 11:35:24, EDT
  • US$202.45 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2019-03-19 11:40:33, EDT
  • US$202.45 from Staples (New)
    as of 2019-03-19 06:01:15, EDT
  • US$202.45 from Walmart (New)
    as of 2019-03-19 11:36:50, EDT
  • US$202.45 from Samsung (New)
    as of 2019-03-19 11:40:50, EDT
  • US$216.7 from Tiger Direct (New)
    as of 2019-03-19 04:38:17, EDT
  • US$305.95 from Mike's Computer Shop (New)
    as of 2019-03-19 11:42:50, EDT

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  Nintendo Switch from US$290;
  ~$374 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	4.5/5
  Power	1.5/5
  Storage	2/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  Autonomy	0/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Consoles standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  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 US$280.37

  • US$280.37 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2019-03-19 12:26:38, EDT
  • US$284.9 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2019-03-19 12:27:25, EDT
  • US$284.9 from Toys R Us Canada (New)
    as of 2019-03-19 12:28:34, EDT
  • US$284.91 from Walmart (New)
    as of 2019-03-19 12:27:18, EDT
  • US$284.93 from The Source (New)
    as of 2019-03-19 04:33:08, EDT
  • US$284.93 from EB Games (New)
    as of 2019-03-19 12:27:35, EDT
  • US$284.93 from Staples (New)
    as of 2019-03-19 12:29:09, EDT
  • US$284.93 from The Source (New)
    as of 2019-03-19 04:33:16, EDT

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  Apple iPad 9.7 (early 2018) from US$290;
  ~$469 with accessories

  The 2018 version of the iPad is almost identical to its predecessor but features slightly improved performance and now support the Apple Stylus, if desired.

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

  Device Ratings

  by Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	2/5
  Storage	2/5
  Portability	4/5
  Autonomy	3.5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	3/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	1.5/5
  Storage	1/5
  Portability	4/5
  Autonomy	3.5/5

  by Large Tablets standards

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

  Specs

  Processor: Apple A10

  Graphics: Apple A10 Graphics

  Memory: 2.00 GB

  Storage: 32.00 GB

  Screen Size: 9.7"

  Screen Resolution: 2048×1536

  Dimensions: 24.00 x 16.95 x 0.75 cm

  Weight: 0.47 kg

  detailed info

  from US$284.19

  • US$284.19 from Walmart (New)
    as of 2019-03-19 12:33:42, EDT
  • US$309.68 from Costco (New)
    as of 2019-03-19 12:32:56, EDT
  • US$321.68 from WestWorld Computers (New)
    as of 2019-03-19 12:35:42, EDT
  • US$321.68 from Apple (New)
    as of 2019-03-19 04:29:48, EDT
  • US$322.43 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-03-19 12:29:33, EDT
  • US$322.43 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-03-19 12:29:57, EDT
  • US$322.43 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-03-19 12:30:13, EDT
  • US$322.43 from London Drugs (New)
    as of 2019-03-19 12:31:56, EDT
  • US$322.43 from The Source (New)
    as of 2019-03-19 04:38:25, EDT
  • US$322.43 from Staples (New)
    as of 2019-03-19 12:33:08, EDT

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Laptops $649.99 to $1949.00

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  Asus VivoBook Max 15" Laptop from US$49016% cheaper than usual
  ~$740 with accessories

  This laptop has few upgrades over the typical $600 laptop. If you hate waiting for programs to load and want a bit more space to multitask, this is a laptop wor... Read More about the X541UA-SB51-CB

  • 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	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	1/5
  Autonomy	2/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	1.5/5
  Autonomy	1.5/5

  by Portable Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	3/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	2/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	1/5
  Autonomy	2/5

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-7200U

  Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 620

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 256.00 GB

  Screen Size: 15.6"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 38.10 x 25.15 x 2.79 cm

  Weight: 2.00 kg

  detailed info

  US$487.39 from Staples (New) as of 2019-03-19 11:28:59, EDT

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  Asus Zenbook 14" Laptop from US$5706%, Best price yet!
  ~$840 with accessories

  This laptop is worth considering, especially if you get a lot of work done away from your desk and need something stylish on your arm to dash from meeting to me... Read More about the UX430UA-BH51-CB

  • 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	4/5
  Power	3.5/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  Autonomy	3/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Portable Laptops standards

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

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-8250U

  Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 620

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 256.00 GB

  Screen Size: 14"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 32.50 x 22.60 x 1.50 cm

  Weight: 1.30 kg

  detailed info

  from US$562.38

  • US$562.38 from Best Buy (Open Box)
    as of 2019-03-19 06:15:58, EDT
  • US$749.84 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-03-19 06:11:12, EDT

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  MSI GP63 Leopard 15" Gaming Laptop from US$1170;
  ~$1648 with accessories

  This laptop is relatively light for a gaming laptop, and if you need to carry a laptop this powerful on a regular basis, this could be a compelling product... Read More about the GP63 8RE-202CA

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

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

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

  by All Smart Devices 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	0/5

  by Portable Laptops standards

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

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i7-8750H

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060

  Memory: 16.00 GB

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

  Screen Size: 15.6"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 38.28 x 25.98 x 2.89 cm

  Weight: 2.20 kg

  detailed info

  from US$1168.25

  • US$1168.25 from Mike's Computer Shop (New)
    as of 2019-03-19 11:17:00, EDT
  • US$1212.8 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2019-03-19 11:12:16, EDT
  • US$1237.24 from Memory Express (New)
    as of 2019-03-19 11:10:06, EDT
  • US$1276.98 from Tiger Direct (New)
    as of 2019-03-19 11:14:05, EDT
  • US$1301.35 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-03-19 11:17:52, EDT
  • US$1304.66 from MicroBytes (New)
    as of 2019-03-19 11:20:00, EDT
  • US$1311.48 from Pipertech (New)
    as of 2019-03-19 11:17:25, EDT
  • US$1312.23 from Staples (New)
    as of 2019-03-19 11:15:13, EDT
  • US$1342.14 from Newegg (New)
    as of 2019-03-19 11:26:28, EDT

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  Dell XPS 15" Laptop from US$1470;
  ~$2039 with accessories

  This laptop is well suited for productivity as well as most creative tasks away from the desk. It can also run several games for those times where you have to b... Read More about the XPS9570-5726SLV-PUS

  • 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	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	1/5
  Power	4.5/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	3/5
  Autonomy	3.5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	1.5/5
  Power	4/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	2.5/5
  Autonomy	2.5/5

  by Portable Laptops standards

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

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-8300H

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 256.00 GB

  Screen Size: 15.6"

  Screen Resolution: 3840×2160

  Dimensions: 35.81 x 23.62 x 1.68 cm

  Weight: 1.81 kg

  detailed info

  US$1461.45 from Microsoft (New) as of 2019-03-19 06:08:28, EDT

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Stationary Computers $529.99 to $1699.99

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  HP Pavilion Desktop PC from US$4004% cheaper than usual
  ~$820 with accessories

  A cost-efficient computer for homework and even quite a bit of creativity.

  • the Tinkerer
  • the Aspiring Creative
  • 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	2.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	1.5/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	3/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  Specs

  Processor: AMD A10-9700

  Graphics: AMD Radeon R7 Graphics

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB

  Dimensions: 17.00 x 27.70 x 33.80 cm

  Weight: 5.15 kg

  detailed info

  US$397.41 from Staples (New) as of 2019-03-19 06:47:37, EDT

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• 

  MSI Nightblade MI3 8RA-022CA from US$660;
  ~$1166 with accessories

  A compact Gaming PC for the living room or anywhere space is limited. With carrying handles, it's also an attractive option for LAN parties or if you have to re... Read More about the MI3 8RA-022CA

  • the Long-Term 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 Stationary Computers standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	4/5
  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	3.5/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	2/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-8400

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB

  Dimensions: 12.80 x 34.20 x 26.80 cm

  Weight: 8.40 kg

  detailed info

  US$656.71 from Amazon (New) as of 2019-03-19 12:40:58, EDT

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  HP Pavilion gaming PC from US$980;
  ~$1590 with accessories

  Built with extra oomph, this PC is capable of handling creative projects and even some gaming.

  • 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
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	3/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	4.5/5
  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	3/5
  Power	2/5
  Storage	3.5/5
  Portability	5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-8400

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050 Ti

  Memory: 12.00 GB

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

  Dimensions: 17.00 x 27.70 x 33.80 cm

  Weight: 5.15 kg

  detailed info

  from US$974.79

  • US$974.79 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-03-19 06:54:44, EDT
  • US$974.79 from HP (New)
    as of 2019-03-19 12:21:59, EDT

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  Dell Inspiron Gaming PC from US$1050;
  ~$1730 with accessories

  A cost-effective but effective gaming rig with decent upgrade options, it's well worth considering, especially with the right discount.

  • 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	4.5/5
  Storage	5/5
  Portability	1/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Tower Computers standards

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

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i7-8700

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060

  Memory: 16.00 GB

  Storage: 2 TB + 128 GB (~2.13 TB)

  Dimensions: 21.60 x 43.75 x 45.88 cm

  Weight: 13.74 kg

  detailed info

  US$1049.78 from Dell (New) as of 2019-03-19 12:44:16, EDT

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  Asus ROG Strix Gaming PC from US$1280;
  ~$1990 with accessories

  This gaming PC stands ready to feast on the most demanding of PC games. Moreover, it's handily available in retail stores... Read More about the GD30CI-RB71-GTX1070-CB

  • 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	4.5/5
  Power	4/5
  Storage	3/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	4.5/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	0/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Tower Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i7-7700

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1070

  Memory: 16.00 GB

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

  Dimensions: 23.11 x 54.10 x 55.12 cm

  Weight: 17.01 kg

  detailed info

  US$1274.73 from Staples (New) as of 2019-03-19 12:43:34, EDT

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