Tech Worth Buying, 2019-12-06 edition

Accessories $39.99 to $99.99

• 

  Corsair Sabre RGB Laser Optical RGB Gaming Mouse from US$4033%, Best price yet!

  Specs

  Dimensions: 8.00 x 12.40 x 3.80 cm

  Weight: 0.100 kg

  detailed info

  from US$30.17

  • US$30.17 from Memory Express (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 06:29:06, EST
  • US$38.08 from Newegg (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 04:58:10, EST
  • US$52.8 from Official Website (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 15:30:33, EST
  • US$59.97 from Walmart (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 07:16:04, EST
  • US$61.48 from Staples (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 08:39:17, EST

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• 

  Microsoft Xbox One PC Controller from US$50;

  Specs

  Dimensions: 17.50 x 17.70 x 7.30 cm

  Weight: 0.560 kg

  detailed info

  from US$42.04

  • US$42.04 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 04:10:33, EST
  • US$42.97 from Newegg (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 03:50:06, EST
  • US$45.26 from Memory Express (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 07:38:19, EST
  • US$49.01 from Walmart (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 06:34:13, EST
  • US$49.03 from Microsoft (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 15:29:38, EST
  • US$52.15 from Mike's Computer Shop (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 05:05:56, EST
  • US$56.58 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 05:06:57, EST
  • US$60.35 from Staples (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 08:24:22, EST

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• 

  Microsoft Sculpt Ergonomic Desktop from US$6030%, Best price yet!

  Specs

  Dimensions: 139.45 x 70.87 x 17.02 cm

  Weight: 0.940 kg

  detailed info

  from US$52.8

  • US$52.8 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 04:31:34, EST
  • US$52.8 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 09:05:32, EST
  • US$72.99 from Walmart (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 07:04:51, EST
  • US$75.44 from Staples (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 07:04:25, EST
  • US$77.3 from Mike's Computer Shop (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 06:35:04, EST
  • US$94.3 from Newegg (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 06:31:12, EST
  • US$94.3 from eBay (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 04:31:42, EST
  • US$98.07 from Memory Express (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 07:05:29, EST
  • US$99.99 from B&H (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 07:12:50, EST

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• 

  Logitech Webcam HD Pro C920 from US$7017% cheaper than usual

  Specs

  detailed info

  from US$60.35

  • US$60.35 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 04:10:52, EST
  • US$73.17 from Newegg (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 09:11:55, EST

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• 

  Asus 21.5" FHD 60Hz 5ms GTG IPS LED Monitor from US$8020%, Best price yet!

  Specs

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 63.25 x 21.73 x 47.49 cm

  Weight: 5.600 kg

  detailed info

  from US$75.44

  • US$75.44 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 09:29:43, EST
  • US$109 from B&H (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 06:17:28, EST
  • US$116.56 from MicroBytes (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 15:32:28, EST
  • US$135.63 from Walmart (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 07:52:55, EST
  • US$141.38 from Newegg (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 08:42:18, EST
  • US$141.38 from Newegg (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 08:51:46, EST

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Smartphones

Sadly, not one offer on smartphones stood up to me in this edition. If, however, you can no longer wait for better deals, here are a few of my past recommendations which could still be worth looking into.

Tablets $247.99 to $429.00

• #5, Tablets (under $350)

  

  Samsung Galaxy Tab A 10.1 (2019, 32GB) from US$1905% cheaper than usual
  ~$338 with accessories

  Straddling the line between Affordable and Capable, this tablet does not have all the bells and whistles, but it makes for a compelling source of portable enter... Read More about the SM-T510NZKAXAC

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

  Device Ratings

  by Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	1.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	1/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	4/5
  Autonomy	4/5

  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 Large Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	1.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	0.5/5
  Storage	2/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  Autonomy	3.5/5

  Specs

  Processor: Samsung Exynos 7904

  Graphics: ARM Mali-G71

  Memory: 2.00 GB

  Storage: 32.00 GB

  Screen Size: 10.1"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1200

  Dimensions: 24.52 x 14.94 x 0.75 cm

  Weight: 0.469 kg

  detailed info

  from US$187.1

  • US$187.1 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 04:32:28, EST
  • US$188.6 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 03:49:13, EST
  • US$188.6 from Samsung (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 14:50:53, EST
  • US$188.6 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 04:57:37, EST
  • US$188.6 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 04:32:19, EST
  • US$188.6 from Walmart (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 06:28:48, EST
  • US$188.6 from The Source (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 03:42:05, EST
  • US$188.6 from Staples (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 14:51:13, EST
  • US$226.33 from London Drugs (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 05:38:01, EST

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• #6, Tablets ($350 - $900)

  

  Nintendo Switch from US$300;
  ~$398 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. This slight revision of t... Read More about the HAC-001(-01)

  • the Mobile Gamer

  Device Ratings

  by Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	2.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	1.5/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	4/5
  Autonomy	1/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Small Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	4/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	1/5
  Autonomy	2.5/5

  by Consoles standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	1.5/5
  Storage	2/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  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: 0.400 kg

  detailed info

  from US$299.99

  • US$299.99 from B&H (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 07:23:57, EST
  • US$301.75 from Walmart (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 07:42:48, EST
  • US$301.77 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 04:30:49, EST
  • US$301.77 from The Source (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 03:53:41, EST
  • US$301.77 from The Source (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 04:29:50, EST
  • US$301.77 from EB Games (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 04:52:58, EST
  • US$301.77 from EB Games (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 05:02:33, EST
  • US$301.77 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 08:32:19, EST
  • US$301.77 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 08:36:42, EST
  • US$336.47 from Newegg (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 05:53:42, EST
  • US$344.77 from Newegg (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 06:02:18, EST
  • US$485.74 from Walmart (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 08:34:59, EST

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• #2, Tablets ($350 - $900)

  

  Apple iPad 10.2 (7th gen, 2019) from US$330;
  ~$519 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	2/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	3.5/5
  Autonomy	3/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	1.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	2.5/5
  Power	1/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  Autonomy	4/5

  by Large Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	2.5/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	2/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  Autonomy	3/5

  Specs

  Processor: Apple A10

  Graphics: Apple A10 Graphics

  Memory: 3.00 GB

  Storage: 32.00 GB

  Screen Size: 10.2"

  Screen Resolution: 2160×1620

  Dimensions: 24.00 x 16.95 x 0.75 cm

  Weight: 0.470 kg

  detailed info

  from US$323.66

  • US$323.66 from Apple (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 15:22:16, EST
  • US$323.66 from Walmart (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 15:25:07, EST
  • US$323.66 from WestWorld Computers (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 04:32:00, EST
  • US$324.4 from Staples (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 06:39:54, EST
  • US$324.4 from Staples (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 06:45:37, EST
  • US$324.4 from The Source (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 04:44:30, EST
  • US$324.4 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 08:00:47, EST
  • US$324.4 from London Drugs (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 06:50:37, EST

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Laptops $249.99 to $1599.99

• #5, Laptops (under $425)

  

  Asus 11-inch Chromebook - Grey from US$190;
  ~$268 with accessories

  This Chromebook is a cost-effective solution to your everyday needs, such as browsing the web, social media, etc. It even has quite a few productive application... Read More about the C223NA-BH01-CB

  • the Casual Nomad
  • the Casual Worker
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	0.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	0.5/5
  Storage	0/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  Autonomy	3.5/5

  by Netbooks standards

  Bang for the Buck	3/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	2/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  Autonomy	1.5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	1/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	0.5/5
  Storage	0/5
  Portability	4/5
  Autonomy	3/5

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Celeron N3350

  Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 500

  Memory: 4.00 GB

  Screen Size: 11.6"

  Screen Resolution: 1366×768

  Dimensions: 28.60 x 19.90 x 1.73 cm

  Weight: 0.999 kg

  detailed info

  US$188.6 from Best Buy (New) as of 2019-12-08 08:10:41, EST

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• #1, Laptops ($425 - $650)

  

  HP 15" Laptop from US$41010%, Best price yet!
  ~$560 with accessories

  This laptop is designed to be versatile for a minimal cost. A few sacrifices were made to get the price down this far, but if you don't need the smallest comput... Read More about the 15-DW0037CA

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

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3/5
  Power	2/5
  Storage	3/5
  Portability	2.5/5
  Autonomy	1.5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	2/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	3/5
  Autonomy	1/5

  by Portable Laptops standards

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

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i3-8145U

  Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 620

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 256.00 GB

  Screen Size: 15.6"

  Screen Resolution: 1366×768

  Dimensions: 35.85 x 24.20 x 1.99 cm

  Weight: 1.740 kg

  detailed info

  US$407.38 from Staples (New) as of 2019-12-08 08:18:26, EST

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• #3, Laptops ($650 - $825)

  

  Asus FX504GD 15" Gaming Laptop from US$53018% cheaper than usual
  ~$720 with accessories

  This gaming laptop is an affordable option if you're seeking a graphically capable PC for creativity purposes or if you're not interested in playing the most de... Read More about the FX504GD-RS51

  • the Video Editor
  • the Serious Music Producer
  • the Photo Editor
  • the Multitasker
  • 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	3.5/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	1/5
  Autonomy	1/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	3.5/5
  Portability	2/5
  Autonomy	0.5/5

  by Portable Laptops standards

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

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-8300H

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB

  Screen Size: 15.6"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 38.40 x 26.20 x 2.50 cm

  Weight: 2.200 kg

  detailed info

  from US$528.02

  • US$528.02 from Canada Computers (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 15:29:17, EST
  • US$677.49 from Visions Electronics (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 03:59:40, EST
  • US$721.24 from Mike's Computer Shop (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 05:25:16, EST
  • US$754.44 from The Source (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 04:19:56, EST
  • US$765.76 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 15:20:50, EST
  • US$804.66 from Newegg (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 06:17:53, EST
  • US$1131.67 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 08:55:10, EST

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• #1, Laptops ($1350 - $1625)

  

  Dell G3 15" Gaming Laptop from US$1050;
  ~$1412 with accessories

  Capable of delivering fluid performances for the most demanding games currently out there, this laptop features impressive components, especially considering th... Read More about the i3590-7971BLK-PCA

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

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	5/5
  Storage	3.5/5
  Portability	2/5
  Autonomy	1.5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	4/5
  Storage	3/5
  Portability	2.5/5
  Autonomy	1/5

  by Portable Laptops standards

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

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i7-9750H

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1660 Ti

  Memory: 16.00 GB

  Storage: 512.00 GB

  Screen Size: 15.6"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 36.55 x 25.40 x 2.16 cm

  Weight: 2.350 kg

  detailed info

  from US$1049.99

  • US$1049.99 from Dell (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 05:01:17, EST
  • US$1282.55 from Best Buy (Open Box)
    as of 2019-12-08 08:21:14, EST
  • US$1358 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 08:15:55, EST

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• #2, Laptops ($1350 - $1625)

  

  Microsoft Surface Book 2 (256GB / Intel Core i5) from US$11009%, Best price yet!
  ~$1469 with accessories

  The Surface book is a different take on the 2-in-1 concept. It's great if you can't make up your mind between a laptop or a tablet and you can detach the screen... Read More about the PGU-00001

  • the Road Warrior
  • the Serious Music Producer
  • the Photo Editor
  • the Multitasker
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

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

  by Tablets standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Portable Laptops standards

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

  by Large Tablets standards

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

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-8350U

  Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 620

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 256.00 GB

  Screen Size: 13.5"

  Screen Resolution: 3000×2000

  Dimensions: 31.20 x 23.20 x 2.30 cm

  Weight: 1.530 kg

  detailed info

  from US$1093.19

  • US$1093.19 from Microsoft (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 04:52:19, EST
  • US$1228.99 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 04:31:25, EST
  • US$1229.74 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 09:03:25, EST
  • US$1299 from B&H (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 07:02:05, EST

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• #7, Laptops ($1625 - $1950)

  

  Apple MacBook Pro 13" w. Touch Bar (i5 1.4GHz, 128GB, 2019) from US$12106% cheaper than usual
  ~$1705 with accessories

  Built for productivity on the go, the 13" MacBook Pro makes an excellent travel, classroom or meeting companion... Read More about the MUHQ2LL

  • the Mac User
  • the Road Warrior
  • the Serious Photo Editor
  • the Serious Music Producer
  • the Multitasker
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	2/5
  Versatility for the Price	2.5/5
  Power	3.5/5
  Storage	1.5/5
  Portability	4/5
  Autonomy	4.5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	2/5
  Versatility for the Price	2.5/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	1.5/5
  Portability	3.5/5
  Autonomy	4/5

  by Portable Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	1/5
  Versatility for the Price	2.5/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  Autonomy	4.5/5

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-8257U

  Graphics: Intel Iris Plus Graphics 645

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 128.00 GB

  Screen Size: 13.3"

  Screen Resolution: 2560×1600

  Dimensions: 30.41 x 21.24 x 1.49 cm

  Weight: 1.370 kg

  detailed info

  from US$1207.11

  • US$1207.11 from Staples (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 07:09:17, EST
  • US$1281.8 from Apple (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 15:21:55, EST
  • US$1282.55 from London Drugs (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 06:03:22, EST
  • US$1282.55 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 09:08:47, EST
  • US$1282.55 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 09:11:29, EST

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Stationary Computers $399.97 to $1499.99

• #2, Stationary Computers (under $1100)

  

  HP Pavilion Desktop PC from US$31011%, Best price yet!
  ~$690 with accessories

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

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

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary 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

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Tower Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	1/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	0.5/5
  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: 5.150 kg

  detailed info

  US$301.76 from Staples (New) as of 2019-12-08 08:13:28, EST

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• #4, Stationary Computers (under $1100)

  

  HP Full-HD Touchscreen All-in-One from US$76013% cheaper than usual
  ~$850 with accessories

  A compelling option if you need a computer with a larger screen than a laptop can offer but can't dedicate much space to it. The all-in-one design also helps ke... Read More about the 24-f0039

  • the Serious Multitasker
  • the Video Editor
  • the Serious Music Producer
  • the Photo Editor
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	3/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	0/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All-in-Ones standards

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

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-8400T

  Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 630

  Memory: 12.00 GB

  Storage: 2 TB

  Screen Size: 23.8"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 54.09 x 18.30 x 41.95 cm

  Weight: 9.790 kg

  detailed info

  from US$754.44

  • US$754.44 from HP (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 15:31:26, EST
  • US$754.44 from London Drugs (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 06:38:31, EST
  • US$766.85 from Mike's Computer Shop (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 06:47:40, EST
  • US$801.97 from eBay (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 04:24:04, EST
  • US$1120.32 from Newegg (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 07:07:34, EST

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• #1, Stationary Computers ($1100 - $1550)

  

  Dell G5 Gaming PC - Abyss Grey from US$830;
  ~$1390 with accessories

  This Gaming PC packs a pretty good graphics card and ships with enough memory to handle most tasks out there. You could last quite a while on this configuration... Read More about the i5090-di5090_sb_h3e

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

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

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

  by All Smart Devices 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

  by Tower Computers standards

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

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-9400

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1660

  Memory: 16.00 GB

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

  Dimensions: 16.89 x 30.78 x 36.70 cm

  Weight: 8.430 kg

  detailed info

  US$829.88 from Dell (Canada) (New) as of 2019-12-08 03:43:00, EST

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• #14, Stationary Computers ($1100 - $1550)

  

  Apple iMac (21.5-inch, 2.3GHz i5) from US$1020;
  ~$1350 with accessories

  This iMac is a compelling way to fit a capable computer in a small space while keeping the tangled wires to a minimum.

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

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	0.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	1/5
  Power	0.5/5
  Storage	1.5/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	2/5
  Versatility for the Price	1/5
  Power	2/5
  Storage	3.5/5
  Portability	0/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All-in-Ones standards

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

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-7360U

  Graphics: Intel Iris Plus Graphics 640

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB

  Screen Size: 21.5"

  Screen Resolution: 4096×2304

  Dimensions: 52.80 x 17.50 x 45.00 cm

  Weight: 5.660 kg

  detailed info

  from US$1018.5

  • US$1018.5 from Staples (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 09:15:28, EST
  • US$1055.47 from Apple (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 04:34:20, EST
  • US$1055.47 from WestWorld Computers (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 04:34:30, EST
  • US$1056.22 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 10:07:18, EST
  • US$1056.22 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 09:30:55, EST
  • US$1056.22 from London Drugs (New)
    as of 2019-12-08 04:26:04, EST

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• #3, Stationary Computers ($1700 - $2150)

  

  ME PC GT1100AN Gaming PC from US$1050;
  ~$1720 with accessories

  Already capable of impressive performances, this build will also help simplify future upgrades; allowing this Gaming rig to last a few GPU generations. If you'r... Read More about the GT1100ANV191

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

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	0/5
  Portability	1.5/5
  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	2.5/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Tower Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	0/5
  Portability	1.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  Specs

  Processor: AMD Ryzen 5 2600

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce RTX 2060

  Memory: 16.00 GB

  Storage: 480.00 GB

  Dimensions: 18.80 x 36.50 x 37.90 cm

  Weight: 10.000 kg

  detailed info

  US$1048.67 from Memory Express (Built to Order) as of 2019-12-08 06:47:00, EST

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• #2, Stationary Computers ($1700 - $2150)

  

  Dell G5 Gaming PC - Abyss Grey from US$114035%, Best price yet!
  ~$1790 with accessories

  This Gaming PC packs a pretty serious graphics card and is capable of handling demanding Triple-A Games in this configuration. It combines two drives to help sh... Read More about the i5090-di5090_h27e

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

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

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

  by Tower Computers standards

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

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i7-9700

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce RTX 2060

  Memory: 16.00 GB

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

  Dimensions: 16.89 x 30.78 x 36.70 cm

  Weight: 8.430 kg

  detailed info

  US$1131.66 from Dell (Canada) (New) as of 2019-12-08 04:23:45, EST

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