Tech Worth Buying, 2019-01-18 edition

Accessories $29.99 to $299.99

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  HyperX Pulsefire FPS Gaming Mouse from US$3025%, Best price yet!

  Specs

  Dimensions: 7.11 x 12.75 x 4.19 cm

  Weight: 0.12 kg

  detailed info

  from US$22.48

  • US$22.48 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 04:48:32, EST
  • US$41.2 from Newegg (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 07:22:14, EST
  • US$44.94 from Walmart (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 04:26:06, EST
  • US$44.96 from London Drugs (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 11:59:21, EST
  • US$54.67 from eBay (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 04:25:58, EST

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  Seagate Backup Plus Slim 1TB Portable External Hard Drive from US$607% cheaper than usual

  Specs

  Dimensions: 7.60 x 11.35 x 1.21 cm

  Weight: 0.15 kg

  detailed info

  from US$52.45

  • US$52.45 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 04:54:58, EST
  • US$52.45 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 12:00:29, EST
  • US$59.95 from Staples (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 07:22:52, EST
  • US$59.95 from Newegg (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 07:23:25, EST

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  Logitech MX MASTER 2S from US$80;

  Specs

  Dimensions: 8.57 x 12.60 x 4.84 cm

  Weight: 0.15 kg

  detailed info

  from US$74.16

  • US$74.16 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 04:51:33, EST
  • US$74.94 from Memory Express (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 04:21:53, EST
  • US$74.94 from London Drugs (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 11:51:04, EST
  • US$74.94 from Staples (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 06:14:08, EST
  • US$89.41 from eBay (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 04:53:45, EST
  • US$97.42 from Logitech (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 04:14:32, EST
  • US$97.42 from Dell (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 06:13:00, EST
  • US$97.42 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 06:13:43, EST
  • US$113.91 from Walmart (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 04:53:37, EST
  • US$125.15 from Tiger Direct (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 04:35:47, EST

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  Acer R240HY 23.8" Full HD IPS Monitor from US$160;

  Specs

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 54.00 x 18.50 x 40.70 cm

  detailed info

  from US$152.32

  • US$152.32 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 04:44:02, EST
  • US$162.62 from Mike's Computer Shop (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 12:01:47, EST
  • US$162.62 from eBay (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 05:25:07, EST
  • US$162.62 from Newegg (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 07:24:30, EST
  • US$169.36 from Tiger Direct (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 04:36:19, EST
  • US$179.59 from Walmart (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 04:25:39, EST

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  Staples Hyken Technical Mesh Task Chair from US$230;

  Specs

  Dimensions: 69.09 x 69.34 x 126.49 cm

  detailed info

  US$224.82 from Staples (New) as of 2019-01-23 07:26:23, EST

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Smartphones $719.00 to $819.00

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  OnePlus OnePlus 6T from US$540;
  ~$719 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	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	3.5/5
  Storage	5/5
  Portability	1.5/5
  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	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	4/5
  Storage	5/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	4.5/5

  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$538.84 from OnePlus (New) as of 2019-01-23 11:59:33, EST

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  Apple iPhone 8 from US$620;
  ~$874 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 Photographer
  • the Mobile Gamer
  • the Casual Nomad
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Smartphones standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by One-Handed Smartphones standards

  Bang for the Buck	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	2.5/5
  Power	5/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	4/5
  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 US$613.78

  • US$613.78 from Freedom Mobile (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 04:19:14, EST
  • US$613.78 from Apple (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 04:32:40, EST
  • US$614.49 from Videotron (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 12:04:37, EST
  • US$633.26 from Bell (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 04:17:10, EST
  • US$633.27 from Telus (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 12:04:20, EST
  • US$636.26 from WestWorld Computers (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 04:13:50, EST

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Tablets $99.99 to $379.99

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  Amazon Fire HD 8 from US$80;
  ~$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 B0794PD8NS

  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Tablets standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	1.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	0/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	4/5
  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	2/5
  Portability	1.5/5
  Autonomy	4.5/5

  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

  from US$74.94

  • US$74.94 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 04:44:10, EST
  • US$97.42 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 11:58:21, EST

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  Samsung Galaxy Tab A 10.1 from US$230;
  ~$390 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	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  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
  Power	1/5
  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	4.5/5
  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$224.82

  • US$224.82 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 12:05:29, EST
  • US$224.82 from Newegg (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 07:25:32, EST
  • US$224.82 from The Source (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 12:07:56, EST
  • US$224.82 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 04:51:57, EST
  • US$224.82 from Staples (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 07:24:57, EST
  • US$224.82 from Walmart (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 04:38:38, EST
  • US$224.82 from Samsung (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 12:08:31, EST
  • US$243.56 from Tiger Direct (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 04:36:03, EST
  • US$269.79 from eBay (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 04:33:46, EST
  • US$287.89 from Mike's Computer Shop (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 12:09:01, EST

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  Acer 11.6" Convertible Chromebook from US$270;
  ~$446 with accessories

  It might not be the most capable laptop out there, but as a netbook or tablet, it's a great fit for casual use for a minimal investment... Read More about the CB5-132T-C7R5

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

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

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

  by Tablets standards

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

  by Netbooks standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Large Tablets standards

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

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Celeron N3160

  Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 400

  Memory: 4.00 GB

  Storage: 32.00 GB

  Screen Size: 11.6"

  Screen Resolution: 1366×768

  Dimensions: 29.39 x 20.40 x 1.93 cm

  Weight: 1.30 kg

  detailed info

  from US$266.92

  • US$266.92 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 04:43:46, EST
  • US$277.28 from Staples (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 07:20:55, EST
  • US$299.01 from Newegg (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 07:20:27, EST
  • US$299.76 from Visions Electronics (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 11:57:45, EST

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  Nintendo Switch from US$290;
  ~$380 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	2/5
  Portability	4/5
  Autonomy	0/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	1/5
  Storage	1/5
  Portability	4/5
  Autonomy	0/5

  by Small Tablets standards

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

  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$284.74

  • US$284.74 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 08:02:44, EST
  • US$284.75 from Toys R Us Canada (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 11:56:47, EST
  • US$284.75 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 08:02:22, EST
  • US$284.75 from Walmart (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 04:53:27, EST
  • US$284.78 from The Source (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 04:43:06, EST
  • US$284.78 from EB Games (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 11:56:05, EST
  • US$284.78 from The Source (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 04:42:57, EST

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  Apple iPad 9.7 (early 2018) from US$290;
  ~$470 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

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  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$284.78

  • US$284.78 from Amazon (Refurbished)
    as of 2019-01-23 11:35:45, EST
  • US$313.25 from Costco (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 11:32:47, EST
  • US$314.01 from Walmart (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 11:35:12, EST
  • US$321.5 from WestWorld Computers (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 11:36:53, EST
  • US$321.5 from Apple (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 11:27:54, EST
  • US$322.25 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 11:28:25, EST
  • US$322.25 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 11:29:04, EST
  • US$322.25 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 11:29:26, EST
  • US$322.25 from London Drugs (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 11:29:41, EST
  • US$322.25 from The Source (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 11:31:15, EST
  • US$322.25 from Staples (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 11:33:03, EST

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Laptops $699.99 to $1549.00

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  Asus Vivobook 15" Laptop from US$530;
  ~$790 with accessories

  An excellent laptop for productivity, multitasking and mainstream entertainment.

  • 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	5/5
  Power	3.5/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	2.5/5
  Autonomy	2/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-8250U

  Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 620

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 256.00 GB

  Screen Size: 15.6"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 36.07 x 24.38 x 2.03 cm

  Weight: 1.68 kg

  detailed info

  US$524.59 from Best Buy (New) as of 2019-01-23 11:06:38, EST

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  Asus FX504GD 15" Gaming Laptop from US$640;
  ~$940 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 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	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	4/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	1.5/5
  Autonomy	0.5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Portable Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	4/5
  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: 2.20 kg

  detailed info

  from US$637.01

  • US$637.01 from eBay (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 11:44:41, EST
  • US$711.21 from Newegg (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 06:02:15, EST
  • US$741.93 from Tiger Direct (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 05:23:15, EST
  • US$747.93 from Visions Electronics (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 11:46:07, EST
  • US$748.68 from Walmart (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 05:22:59, EST
  • US$749.42 from Memory Express (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 05:22:43, EST
  • US$749.42 from London Drugs (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 06:03:27, EST
  • US$749.42 from The Source (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 05:23:24, EST
  • US$749.42 from Staples (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 06:04:10, EST
  • US$757.93 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 06:01:33, EST
  • US$794.32 from MicroBytes (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 11:43:21, EST
  • US$807.79 from B&H (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 11:45:04, EST

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  Asus Vivobook 15" Laptop from US$75013%, Best price yet!
  ~$1090 with accessories

  A High-Performance productivity laptop for demanding jobs, including creative projects.

  • the Serious Photo Editor
  • the Serious Music Producer
  • the Serious Multitasker
  • the Video Editor
  • the Graphic Designer
  • 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
  Storage	3/5
  Portability	3/5
  Autonomy	2/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Portable Laptops standards

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

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-8250U

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce MX150

  Memory: 16.00 GB

  Storage: 512.00 GB

  Screen Size: 15.6"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 36.07 x 24.38 x 1.77 cm

  Weight: 1.68 kg

  detailed info

  from US$749.42

  • US$749.42 from Best Buy (Open Box)
    as of 2019-01-23 12:02:36, EST
  • US$974.25 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 12:02:18, EST

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  Asus Zenbook UX306 13" Laptop from US$1050;
  ~$1489 with accessories

  A stylish, metal-bodied laptop with enough power to get quite a bit of work done. All that in a compact package with great battery life... Read More about the UX306UA-VB72

  • the Road Warrior
  • the Photo Editor
  • the Multitasker
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Portable Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	0.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	2/5
  Power	1.5/5
  Storage	3/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  Autonomy	4/5

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i7-6500U

  Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 520

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 512.00 GB

  Screen Size: 13.3"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 32.40 x 22.60 x 1.39 cm

  Weight: 1.19 kg

  detailed info

  US$1048.45 from Amazon (New) as of 2019-01-23 04:44:50, EST

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  MSI GP63 Leopard 15" Gaming Laptop from US$11703% cheaper than usual
  ~$1639 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	4.5/5
  Power	4.5/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	1/5
  Autonomy	0/5

  by Portable 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

  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$1160.86

  • US$1160.86 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 11:14:04, EST
  • US$1160.86 from Newegg (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 11:21:59, EST
  • US$1236.55 from Memory Express (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 11:13:41, EST
  • US$1273.27 from Mike's Computer Shop (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 11:18:43, EST
  • US$1296.5 from Pipertech (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 11:19:35, EST
  • US$1320.49 from Tiger Direct (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 11:18:03, EST
  • US$1348.21 from Staples (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 11:18:14, EST
  • US$1368.38 from MicroBytes (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 11:21:03, EST
  • US$1370.33 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 11:20:25, EST
  • US$1423.16 from Walmart (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 11:16:58, EST

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Stationary Computers $352.43 to $1938.99

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  Asus M32BF Tower Computer from US$27048% cheaper than usual
  ~$642 with accessories

  A great computer for productivity and even more creative tasks.

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

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	3/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	1.5/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  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	4/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Tower Computers standards

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

  Specs

  Processor: AMD A10-7800

  Graphics: AMD Radeon R7 Graphics

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB

  Dimensions: 17.53 x 40.89 x 38.10 cm

  Weight: 8.30 kg

  detailed info

  US$264.12 from Newegg (Refurbished) as of 2019-01-23 07:04:12, EST

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  HP Pavilion Desktop PC from US$40012% 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	3.5/5
  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	1.5/5
  Storage	2/5
  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$397.19 from Staples (New) as of 2019-01-23 06:14:44, EST

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  ME PC VT2000I Home PC from US$680;
  ~$1230 with accessories

  A practical Home PC capable of handling more than the basics so you can experiment and create without committing to a substantial budget... Read More about the VT2000I

  • the Tinkerer
  • the Video Editor
  • 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	2.5/5
  Power	2/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	4/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Compact Towers standards

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

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-8400

  Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 630

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB

  Dimensions: 9.60 x 37.00 x 33.40 cm

  Weight: 10.00 kg

  detailed info

  US$674.48 from Memory Express (Built to Order) as of 2019-01-23 04:24:07, EST

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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	4.5/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  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	0.5/5
  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$1049.19 from Dell (New) as of 2019-01-23 11:58:40, EST

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  HP OMEN 880 Gaming Desktop PC from US$1460;
  ~$2229 with accessories

  If you take gaming seriously but don't want to build a rig yourself or order a custom-built PC, this desktop will deliver impressive gaming performance and can... Read More about the 880-030

  • 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	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	4/5
  Storage	4/5
  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	5/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Tower Computers standards

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

  Specs

  Processor: AMD Ryzen 7 1700

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1070

  Memory: 16.00 GB

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

  Dimensions: 19.20 x 44.21 x 41.72 cm

  Weight: 17.60 kg

  detailed info

  from US$1453.13

  • US$1453.13 from Tiger Direct (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 04:38:04, EST
  • US$1498.83 from Walmart (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 04:28:54, EST
  • US$1556.53 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 04:47:36, EST
  • US$1560.95 from eBay (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 04:15:45, EST
  • US$1560.95 from Newegg (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 07:25:56, EST

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