Top Picks for the Media Consumer

Your options 9 top results, ranging in price from $144 to $700, 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.

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  Samsung Galaxy Tab A 10.1 from $2507%, Best price yet!
  ~$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 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	4/5
  Autonomy	4/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	3/5
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	1/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	4/5
  Autonomy	4.5/5

  by Large Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	1/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  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 $249.99

  • $249.99 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2018-11-16 09:45:23, EST
  • $249.99 from Memory Express (New)
    as of 2018-11-16 09:46:29, EST
  • $249.99 from London Drugs (New)
    as of 2018-11-16 09:47:24, EST
  • $249.99 from Canada Computers (New)
    as of 2018-11-16 09:49:16, EST
  • $249.99 from The Source (New)
    as of 2018-11-16 09:49:43, EST
  • $249.99 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2018-11-16 20:16:04, EST
  • $249.99 from Staples (New)
    as of 2018-11-16 09:45:54, EST
  • $249.99 from Walmart (New)
    as of 2018-11-16 09:51:19, EST
  • $249.99 from Samsung (New)
    as of 2018-11-16 09:53:21, EST
  • $255.64 from Mike's Computer Shop (New)
    as of 2018-11-16 09:53:41, EST
  • $270.99 from Tiger Direct (New)
    as of 2018-11-16 09:50:39, EST
  • $337.99 from eBay (New)
    as of 2018-11-16 09:53:03, EST
  • $382.94 from Newegg (New)
    as of 2018-11-16 09:46:57, EST

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  Asus VivoStick Pocket-Sized PC from $170;
  ~$408 with accessories

  In a format this compact, you can't expect a whole lot of power but this tiny computer can definitely come in handy. It's strong enough to run your presentation... Read More about the TS10-B017D

  • the Casual Worker
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Ultra-Compacts standards

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

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Atom x5-Z8350

  Graphics: Intel HD Graphics

  Memory: 2.00 GB

  Storage: 32.00 GB

  Dimensions: 13.50 x 3.60 x 1.65 cm

  Weight: 0.08 kg

  detailed info

  from $164.92

  • $164.92 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2018-11-16 05:14:05, EST
  • $169.99 from Memory Express (New)
    as of 2018-11-16 04:06:01, EST

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  Acer 11" Chromebook from $280;
  ~$376 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 Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

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

  by Netbooks standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	2/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	0.5/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	3.5/5
  Autonomy	3/5

  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: 1.10 kg

  detailed info

  from $278.99

  • $278.99 from Costco (New)
    as of 2018-11-12 14:37:23, EST
  • $279.99 from Staples (New)
    as of 2018-11-16 06:22:58, EST
  • $279.99 from Acer (New)
    as of 2018-11-16 10:31:16, EST
  • $279.99 from The Source (New)
    as of 2018-11-15 14:29:51, EST
  • $292.01 from Newegg (New)
    as of 2018-11-15 06:31:13, EST
  • $301.79 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2018-11-16 14:28:06, EST

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  Acer 11" Chromebook from $23015%, Best price yet!
  ~$387 with accessories

  A netbook well-suited to access the web simply and securely. If you mostly want a laptop to check your Emails, social media, and streaming videos, this is a cos... Read More about the CB3-132-C5GZ

  • the Casual Nomad
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

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

  by Netbooks standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	2/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	0.5/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	3.5/5
  Autonomy	3/5

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Celeron N3060

  Graphics: Intel HD Graphics

  Memory: 4.00 GB

  Storage: 32.00 GB

  Screen Size: 11.6"

  Screen Resolution: 1366×768

  Dimensions: 29.40 x 20.40 x 1.87 cm

  Weight: 1.10 kg

  detailed info

  from $229.99

  • $229.99 from Best Buy (Open Box)
    as of 2018-11-16 06:07:46, EST
  • $249.99 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2018-11-16 06:07:12, EST
  • $409.99 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2018-11-16 21:23:23, EST

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  Asus CHROMEBOX Desktop from $260;
  ~$700 with accessories

  Like Chrome books, this ultra-compact computer has limited functionality but if all you need is a way to browse the web, check your mail and participate to soci... Read More about the M004U

  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Ultra-Compacts standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	1/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	1.5/5
  Portability	3.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Celeron 2955U

  Graphics: Intel HD Graphics

  Memory: 2.00 GB

  Storage: 16.00 GB

  Dimensions: 12.40 x 12.40 x 4.20 cm

  Weight: 0.60 kg

  detailed info

  from $254.89

  • $254.89 from Newegg (New)
    as of 2018-11-14 06:59:01, EST
  • $483.93 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2018-11-16 05:06:40, EST

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  Asus Chromebit CS10 Stick Computer from $120;
  ~$447 with accessories

  Access the full goodness of the web on any monitor or TV with an HDMI port. This means Netflix, YouTube, Outlook.com, FaceBook or even streaming services with n... Read More about the CHROMEBIT-B013C

  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	1.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	1/5
  Power	0/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Ultra-Compacts standards

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

  Specs

  Processor: Rockchip RK3288C

  Graphics: ARM Mali-T760MP8

  Memory: 2.00 GB

  Storage: 16.00 GB

  Dimensions: 12.30 x 3.10 x 1.70 cm

  Weight: 0.32 kg

  detailed info

  from $113.59

  • $113.59 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2018-11-16 05:11:26, EST
  • $119.99 from Memory Express (New)
    as of 2018-11-16 04:46:05, EST

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  Dell Inspiron 11 3000 Series 2-in-1 Netbook from $350;
  ~$439 with accessories

  As a convertible netbook, this device is easy to carry around and quite affordable and has enough horsepower to browse the web, but not much more... Read More about the i3168-0702GRY

  • the Casual Worker
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

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

  by Tablets standards

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

  by Netbooks standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Large Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	1.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	1/5
  Storage	1/5
  Portability	2/5
  Autonomy	2.5/5

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Celeron N3060

  Graphics: Intel HD Graphics

  Memory: 4.00 GB

  Storage: 32.00 GB

  Screen Size: 11.6"

  Screen Resolution: 1366×768

  Dimensions: 27.84 x 19.84 x 2.08 cm

  Weight: 1.46 kg

  detailed info

  $348.86 from Amazon (New) as of 2018-11-16 05:16:16, EST

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  HP Stream Cloudbook 14" Netbook from $350;
  ~$435 with accessories

  This small Netbook is a great portable companion to a stronger computer. It's strong enough to stay connected while away from home while being very easy to carr... Read More about the 14-AX010CA or 14-AX030CA

  • the Casual Worker
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	1/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	0.5/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	3.5/5
  Autonomy	3/5

  by Netbooks standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	1/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	0.5/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	3/5
  Autonomy	2/5

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Celeron N3060

  Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 400

  Memory: 4.00 GB

  Storage: 32.00 GB

  Screen Size: 14"

  Screen Resolution: 1366×768

  Dimensions: 33.70 x 22.60 x 1.79 cm

  Weight: 1.44 kg

  detailed info

  $344.58 from Amazon (New) as of 2018-11-16 05:45:07, EST

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  Samsung Galaxy Tab A 7.0 from $11041% cheaper than usual
  ~$234 with accessories

  A good mid-range option if you're looking for an android-based tablet but don't need anything fancy... Read More about the SM-T280NZWAXAC

  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Tablets standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	1/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	0/5
  Storage	0/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  Autonomy	4/5

  by Small Tablets standards

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

  Specs

  Processor: Qualcom Snapdragon 410

  Graphics: Qualcom Adreno 306

  Memory: 1.50 GB

  Storage: 8.00 GB

  Screen Size: 7"

  Screen Resolution: 1280×800

  Dimensions: 18.69 x 10.88 x 0.87 cm

  Weight: 0.28 kg

  detailed info

  from $109.99

  • $109.99 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2018-11-16 16:44:07, EST
  • $129.00 from Canada Computers (New)
    as of 2018-11-16 06:34:32, EST
  • $129.00 from Visions Electronics (New)
    as of 2018-11-16 10:32:09, EST
  • $129.99 from London Drugs (New)
    as of 2018-11-15 14:21:01, EST
  • $129.99 from Staples (New)
    as of 2018-11-16 06:20:47, EST
  • $129.99 from Walmart (New)
    as of 2018-11-15 04:23:28, EST
  • $129.99 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2018-11-15 13:06:29, EST
  • $197.99 from Newegg (New)
    as of 2018-11-16 06:27:15, EST
  • $207.99 from Tiger Direct (New)
    as of 2018-11-16 05:36:49, EST

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