Top Picks for the Media Consumer

Your options 9 top results, ranging in price from ∼ US$165 to US$387, with accessories.

Let's start with a broad search. The following offer the best value for the lowest price regardless of format preference. As a result, you will most likely see stationary computers down here and maybe a few portable options. You have the option to look for a specific kind of device at the bottom of the page.

• #1, Laptops (under $350)

  

  Acer 11" Chromebook from US$140;
  ~$198 with accessories

  Designed to access the web simply and securely, it's an excellent fit as someone's 1st laptop or if your needs away from your desk are basic... Read More about the CB3-132-C6ZD

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

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops 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 Netbooks standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	2/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	0.5/5
  Storage	0/5
  Portability	4/5
  Autonomy	3.5/5

  performance in Web & Communication

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Audio & Visual medias

  1/5

  Meets minimal requirements

  performance in Texts & Numbers

  1/5

  Meets minimal requirements

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Celeron N3060

  Graphics: Intel HD Graphics

  Memory: 4.00 GB

  Storage: 16.00 GB

  Screen Size: 11.6"

  Screen Resolution: 1366×768

  Dimensions: 29.40 x 20.40 x 1.85 cm

  Weight: 1.100 kg

  detailed info

  from US$137.11

  • US$137.11 from Canada Computers (Refurbished)
    as of 2020-01-22 13:56:12, EST
  • US$152.35 from The Source (New)
    as of 2020-01-22 13:28:25, EST
  • US$175.2 from Staples (New)
    as of 2020-01-22 13:25:11, EST

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• #2, Laptops (under $350)

  

  Lenovo S330 14-inch Chromebook - Business Black from US$140;
  ~$195 with accessories

  Chromebooks can be a cost-effective way to stay connected away from the desk when you need a full keyboard. This specific model doesn't have a lot of storage, b... Read More about the 81QB000AUS

  • the Casual Worker
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	1.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	0.5/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	2.5/5
  Autonomy	3.5/5

  by Netbooks standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  performance in Web & Communication

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Audio & Visual medias

  1/5

  Meets minimal requirements

  performance in Texts & Numbers

  4/5

  This should run nicely

  Specs

  Processor: MediaTek MT8173

  Graphics: ARM PowerVR GX6250

  Memory: 4.00 GB

  Storage: 16.00 GB

  Screen Size: 14"

  Screen Resolution: 1366×768

  Dimensions: 32.57 x 23.24 x 2.08 cm

  Weight: 1.501 kg

  detailed info

  from US$133.58

  • US$133.58 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2020-01-21 03:35:18, EST
  • US$140.2 from Newegg (New)
    as of 2020-01-19 07:13:46, EST
  • US$213.29 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2020-01-22 13:34:00, EST

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• #2, Tablets (under $350)

  

  Amazon Fire HD 10 Tablet (2019) from US$160;
  ~$290 with accessories

  Here's an affordable tablet that doesn't compromise on software updates and long-term security. It's not the perfect product, but it's now a bit more powerful... Read More about the KFMAWI

  • the Mobile Gamer
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	1/5
  Storage	2/5
  Portability	3/5
  Autonomy	4.5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  performance in Web & Communication

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Audio & Visual medias

  2/5

  More than the bare minimum but not quite recommended specs.

  performance in Texts & Numbers

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  Specs

  Processor: MediaTek MT8183

  Graphics: ARM Mali-G72

  Memory: 2.00 GB

  Storage: 32.00 GB

  Screen Size: 10.1"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1200

  Dimensions: 26.20 x 15.90 x 0.98 cm

  Weight: 0.504 kg

  detailed info

  from US$152.35

  • US$152.35 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2020-01-22 04:39:32, EST
  • US$152.35 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2020-01-21 14:04:03, EST

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• #3, Tablets (under $350)

  

  Amazon Fire HD 10 Tablet (2019, Kids Edition) from US$200;
  ~$350 with accessories

  Cost-efficient and kid-friendly, this tablet comes with a kid-proof case and a 2-year guarantee to match.

  • the Mobile Gamer
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	2/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	1/5
  Storage	2/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	4.5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Large Tablets standards

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

  performance in Web & Communication

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Audio & Visual medias

  2/5

  More than the bare minimum but not quite recommended specs.

  performance in Texts & Numbers

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  Specs

  Processor: MediaTek MT8183

  Graphics: ARM Mali-G72

  Memory: 2.00 GB

  Storage: 32.00 GB

  Screen Size: 10.1"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1200

  Dimensions: 29.20 x 20.60 x 2.60 cm

  Weight: 0.778 kg

  detailed info

  from US$198.05

  • US$198.05 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2020-01-22 04:17:59, EST
  • US$198.05 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2020-01-20 08:44:31, EST

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• #6, Tablets ($350 - $625)

  

  Samsung Galaxy Tab A 10.1 (2019, 32GB) from US$230;
  ~$387 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	0.5/5
  Storage	2/5
  Portability	4/5
  Autonomy	4/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Large Tablets 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	4/5

  performance in Web & Communication

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Audio & Visual medias

  2/5

  More than the bare minimum but not quite recommended specs.

  performance in Texts & Numbers

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  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$226.24

  • US$226.24 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2020-01-22 04:37:12, EST
  • US$228.52 from Samsung (New)
    as of 2020-01-18 15:36:43, EST
  • US$228.52 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2020-01-22 04:37:03, EST
  • US$228.52 from Walmart (New)
    as of 2020-01-20 05:30:40, EST
  • US$228.52 from The Source (New)
    as of 2020-01-20 03:21:59, EST
  • US$228.52 from Staples (New)
    as of 2020-01-22 15:24:29, EST
  • US$228.52 from Mike's Computer Shop (New)
    as of 2020-01-22 13:29:34, EST

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• #4, Tablets (under $350)

  

  Amazon Fire HD 10 Tablet (2017) from US$160;
  ~$290 with accessories

  Here's an affordable tablet which doesn't compromise on software updates and long-term security. It's not the perfect product, but it's a great option as a port... Read More about the B07G3WWRQQ

  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Tablets standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	0.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	2/5
  Power	0/5
  Storage	1/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  Autonomy	3.5/5

  by Large Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	1/5
  Versatility for the Price	2/5
  Power	0/5
  Storage	1.5/5
  Portability	4/5
  Autonomy	2/5

  performance in Web & Communication

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Audio & Visual medias

  1/5

  Meets minimal requirements

  performance in Texts & Numbers

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  Specs

  Processor: MediaTek MT8173

  Graphics: ARM PowerVR GX6250

  Memory: 2.00 GB

  Storage: 32.00 GB

  Screen Size: 10.1"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1200

  Dimensions: 26.20 x 15.90 x 0.98 cm

  Weight: 0.500 kg

  detailed info

  US$152.35 from Amazon (New) as of 2020-01-22 04:27:32, EST

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• #5, Tablets (under $350)

  

  Amazon Fire HD 8 from US$6025% cheaper than usual
  ~$165 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	1/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	0/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  Autonomy	4.5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Small Tablets standards

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

  performance in Web & Communication

  4/5

  This should run nicely

  performance in Audio & Visual medias

  1/5

  Meets minimal requirements

  performance in Texts & Numbers

  1/5

  Meets minimal requirements

  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: 0.370 kg

  detailed info

  from US$57.13

  • US$57.13 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2020-01-22 04:20:26, EST
  • US$57.13 from The Source (New)
    as of 2020-01-22 11:44:37, EST
  • US$79.98 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2020-01-21 13:59:00, EST

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• #6, Tablets (under $350)

  

  Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8-inch from US$140;
  ~$270 with accessories

  This tablet is perfectly sized as a portable media player and is said to last a long time on a battery charge. It won't exactly excel for gaming, but unless you... Read More about the SM-T290NZSAXAC

  • the Casual Worker
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	1/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	0.5/5
  Storage	2/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  Autonomy	1.5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	0.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	0/5
  Storage	1/5
  Portability	5/5
  Autonomy	2.5/5

  by Small Tablets standards

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

  performance in Web & Communication

  4.5/5

  This should run nicely

  performance in Audio & Visual medias

  1/5

  Meets minimal requirements

  performance in Texts & Numbers

  1/5

  Meets minimal requirements

  Specs

  Processor: Qualcom Snapdragon 429

  Graphics: Qualcom Adreno 504

  Memory: 2.00 GB

  Storage: 32.00 GB

  Screen Size: 8"

  Screen Resolution: 1280×800

  Dimensions: 21.00 x 12.44 x 0.80 cm

  Weight: 0.345 kg

  detailed info

  from US$137.11

  • US$137.11 from Staples (New)
    as of 2020-01-22 13:40:26, EST
  • US$137.11 from Samsung (New)
    as of 2020-01-18 15:18:25, EST
  • US$189.44 from Newegg (New)
    as of 2020-01-19 07:20:15, EST
  • US$189.44 from Mike's Computer Shop (New)
    as of 2020-01-22 15:16:05, EST

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• #4, Laptops (under $350)

  

  Asus 11-inch Chromebook - Grey from US$230;
  ~$318 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	5/5
  Autonomy	3.5/5

  by Netbooks standards

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

  by All Smart Devices 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
  Autonomy	3/5

  performance in Web & Communication

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Audio & Visual medias

  1/5

  Meets minimal requirements

  performance in Texts & Numbers

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  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$228.52 from Best Buy (New) as of 2020-01-20 06:46:53, EST

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