Top Picks for the Media Consumer

Your options 9 top results, ranging in price from ∼ US$190 to US$592, 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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  Asus VivoBook Max 15" Laptop from US$23036%, Best price yet!
  ~$384 with accessories

  This laptop's primarily designed to be as inexpensive as possible so don't expect impressive speeds, however, if you're looking for a computer to handle "the ba... Read More about the X540BA-RB94

  • the Casual Worker
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Portable Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	2.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	0/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	2/5

  performance in Web & Communication

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Audio & Visual medias

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Texts & Numbers

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  Specs

  Processor: AMD A9-9425

  Graphics: AMD Radeon R5 Graphics

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB

  Screen Size: 15.6"

  Screen Resolution: 1366×768

  Dimensions: 38.10 x 25.15 x 2.79 cm

  Weight: 1.90 kg

  detailed info

  from US$220.49

  • US$220.49 from eBay (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 04:12:37, EST
  • US$363 from Newegg (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 13:52:05, EST
  • US$371.24 from Tiger Direct (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 04:39:53, EST
  • US$374.25 from Walmart (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 11:42:06, EST
  • US$374.99 from Memory Express (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 04:21:45, EST
  • US$374.99 from Staples (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 13:50:53, EST
  • US$382.78 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 06:08:17, EST
  • US$410.89 from B&H (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 11:42:43, EST
  • US$427.5 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 13:49:55, 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

  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: 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$224.99

  • US$224.99 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 12:05:29, EST
  • US$224.99 from Newegg (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 07:25:32, EST
  • US$224.99 from The Source (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 12:07:56, EST
  • US$224.99 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 04:51:57, EST
  • US$224.99 from Staples (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 07:24:57, EST
  • US$224.99 from Walmart (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 04:38:38, EST
  • US$224.99 from Samsung (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 12:08:31, EST
  • US$243.74 from Tiger Direct (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 04:36:03, EST
  • US$269.99 from eBay (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 04:33:46, EST
  • US$288.11 from Mike's Computer Shop (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 12:09:01, EST

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  Asus CHROMEBOX Desktop from US$200;
  ~$592 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	0.5/5
  Power	0.5/5
  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	0/5
  Power	0.5/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	3.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Ultra-Compacts standards

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

  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 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

  US$196.5 from Newegg (New) as of 2019-01-23 07:07:03, EST

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  Acer 11" Chromebook from US$210;
  ~$369 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	1.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	0.5/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  Autonomy	3.5/5

  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	4.5/5
  Autonomy	2.5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  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: 1.10 kg

  detailed info

  from US$209.24

  • US$209.24 from Costco (New)
    as of 2019-01-18 10:32:28, EST
  • US$209.99 from Staples (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 06:18:18, EST
  • US$209.99 from Acer (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 12:14:33, EST
  • US$209.99 from The Source (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 04:27:07, EST
  • US$219.01 from Newegg (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 07:08:05, EST
  • US$219.01 from eBay (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 04:26:14, EST
  • US$228.14 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 07:45:53, EST

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  Acer 11" Chromebook from US$230;
  ~$390 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
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	0.5/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	4/5
  Autonomy	3.5/5

  by Netbooks standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  1/5

  Meets minimal requirements

  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

  US$224.99 from Amazon (New) as of 2019-01-23 06:59:40, EST

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  Amazon Fire HD 10 Tablet from US$150;
  ~$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	2.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	1/5
  Storage	2/5
  Portability	3.5/5
  Autonomy	2.5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	1.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	0.5/5
  Storage	1/5
  Portability	4/5
  Autonomy	3/5

  by Large Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	2/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	0.5/5
  Storage	1.5/5
  Portability	4/5
  Autonomy	2.5/5

  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

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  Specs

  Processor: ARM 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: 0.50 kg

  detailed info

  US$149.99 from Amazon (New) as of 2019-01-23 04:52:38, EST

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  Apple iPhone 6 from US$170;
  ~$276 with accessories

  The iconic iPhone's latest installment is a great performer and offers one of the better-designed experience one can hope from a smartphone. It gets out-perform... Read More about the A1549

  • the Mobile Photographer
  • the Mobile Gamer
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Smartphones standards

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

  by One-Handed Smartphones standards

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

  2/5

  More than the bare minimum but not quite recommended specs.

  Specs

  Processor: Apple A8

  Graphics: Apple A8 Graphics

  Memory: 1.00 GB

  Storage: 16.00 GB

  Screen Size: 4.7"

  Screen Resolution: 750×1334

  Dimensions: 13.81 x 6.70 x 0.69 cm

  Weight: 0.13 kg

  detailed info

  US$165.74 from Amazon (New) as of 2019-01-23 07:36:55, EST

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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

  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: 0.37 kg

  detailed info

  from US$74.99

  • US$74.99 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 04:44:10, EST
  • US$97.49 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 11:58:21, EST

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  Asus Chromebit CS10 Stick Computer from US$90;
  ~$450 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	0.5/5
  Portability	5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Ultra-Compacts standards

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

  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: 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 US$89.99

  • US$89.99 from Memory Express (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 12:34:40, EST
  • US$89.99 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 04:44:42, EST

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Looking for a laptop, tablet, smartphone or desktop computer specifically? Here are the product families in which we found options matching your needs: