Top Picks for the Media Consumer

Your options 9 top results, ranging in price from ∼ US$190 to US$390, 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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  Acer 11.6" Convertible Chromebook from US$230;
  ~$390 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 Casual Nomad
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops 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 Tablets standards

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

  by Netbooks standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Large Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	1/5
  Storage	1.5/5
  Portability	2/5
  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: 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: 1.300 kg

  detailed info

  from US$228.02

  • US$228.02 from Best Buy (Open Box)
    as of 2019-06-25 07:01:18, EDT
  • US$249.69 from Visions Electronics (New)
    as of 2019-06-22 11:32:01, EDT
  • US$266.21 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2019-06-23 09:00:52, EDT
  • US$278.18 from Tiger Direct (New)
    as of 2019-06-26 04:30:54, EDT
  • US$281.22 from Staples (New)
    as of 2019-06-22 08:43:14, EDT
  • US$284.21 from Newegg (New)
    as of 2019-06-25 08:47:28, EDT
  • US$304.03 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-06-25 08:57:04, EDT

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  Samsung Galaxy Tab A 10.1 from US$210;
  ~$359 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	4.5/5
  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	4.5/5
  Power	0.5/5
  Storage	0/5
  Portability	4/5
  Autonomy	4.5/5

  by Large Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	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: 0.530 kg

  detailed info

  from US$204.46

  • US$204.46 from Visions Electronics (New)
    as of 2019-06-21 11:11:23, EDT
  • US$205.21 from London Drugs (New)
    as of 2019-06-24 08:11:06, EDT
  • US$219.98 from Amazon (Used)
    as of 2019-06-21 08:14:51, EDT

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  Acer 11" Chromebook from US$190;
  ~$330 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	5/5
  Power	0.5/5
  Storage	0/5
  Portability	4/5
  Autonomy	3.5/5

  by Netbooks standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	1/5
  Portability	4/5
  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	3.5/5
  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: 1.100 kg

  detailed info

  from US$182.41

  • US$182.41 from Staples (New)
    as of 2019-06-25 06:47:56, EDT
  • US$182.41 from The Source (New)
    as of 2019-06-26 06:39:31, EDT
  • US$212.82 from Acer (New)
    as of 2019-06-25 12:14:44, EDT
  • US$220.07 from Newegg (New)
    as of 2019-06-25 06:53:13, EDT
  • US$235.7 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2019-06-26 08:29:01, EDT

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  Acer 15" Chromebook from US$1904%, Best price yet!
  ~$329 with accessories

  Chromebooks are well-suited to access the web simply and securely, it's an excellent fit as someone's 1st laptop, travel companion or if your needs away from yo... Read More about the CB3-532-C8QW

  • the Casual Nomad
  • 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	1.5/5
  Autonomy	4.5/5

  by Netbooks standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  1/5

  Meets minimal requirements

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Celeron N3060

  Graphics: Intel HD Graphics

  Memory: 4.00 GB

  Storage: 32.00 GB

  Screen Size: 15.6"

  Screen Resolution: 1366×768

  Dimensions: 38.30 x 25.60 x 2.41 cm

  Weight: 1.950 kg

  detailed info

  from US$181.65

  • US$181.65 from Newegg (Refurbished)
    as of 2019-06-25 10:55:49, EDT
  • US$243.22 from Staples (New)
    as of 2019-06-26 07:12:04, EDT

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  Amazon Fire HD 10 Tablet 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	2/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	0.5/5
  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	4.5/5
  Power	0/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  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
  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: 0.500 kg

  detailed info

  from US$152.01

  • US$152.01 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2019-06-25 07:00:32, EDT
  • US$152.01 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-06-24 12:22:27, EDT

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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	1.5/5
  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
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	0/5
  Storage	0/5
  Portability	4/5
  Autonomy	4.5/5

  by Small Tablets standards

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

  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$76

  • US$76 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2019-06-25 11:36:33, EDT
  • US$98.8 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-06-25 10:53:06, EDT
  • US$103.28 from Newegg (New)
    as of 2019-06-26 07:33:41, EDT

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  Samsung Galaxy Tab A 7.0 from US$90;
  ~$199 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	0.5/5
  Portability	5/5
  Autonomy	3/5

  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	1/5
  Storage	1/5
  Portability	4/5
  Autonomy	3/5

  performance in Web & Communication

  4/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Audio & Visual medias

  1/5

  Meets minimal requirements

  performance in Texts & Numbers

  1/5

  Meets minimal requirements

  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: 0.280 kg

  detailed info

  from US$82.85

  • US$82.85 from Visions Electronics (New)
    as of 2019-06-25 12:09:11, EDT
  • US$83.6 from London Drugs (New)
    as of 2019-06-26 07:26:34, EDT
  • US$83.6 from The Source (New)
    as of 2019-06-26 07:05:59, EDT
  • US$83.6 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-06-25 09:40:10, EDT
  • US$83.6 from Amazon (Used)
    as of 2019-06-25 12:08:30, EDT
  • US$92.72 from Tiger Direct (New)
    as of 2019-06-26 07:58:20, EDT
  • US$162.33 from Mike's Computer Shop (New)
    as of 2019-06-26 06:58:27, EDT
  • US$172.45 from Newegg (New)
    as of 2019-06-26 08:27:04, EDT
  • US$172.85 from Walmart (New)
    as of 2019-06-26 08:02:09, EDT

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  Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8.0 (2017) from US$160;
  ~$290 with accessories

  This might not be the strongest tablet around, but with full access to the Google Play Store, it's a versatile tablet for the price and a good pick as a portabl... Read More about the T380

  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Tablets standards

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

  by Small Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	2/5
  Versatility for the Price	2/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	5/5
  Portability	3/5
  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: Qualcom Snapdragon 425

  Graphics: Qualcom Adreno 308

  Memory: 2.00 GB

  Storage: 32.00 GB

  Screen Size: 8"

  Screen Resolution: 800×1280

  Dimensions: 21.21 x 12.41 x 0.89 cm

  Weight: 0.360 kg

  detailed info

  from US$152.01

  • US$152.01 from Samsung (New)
    as of 2019-06-20 12:49:11, EDT
  • US$228.02 from Staples (New)
    as of 2019-06-25 10:47:45, EDT
  • US$228.02 from The Source (New)
    as of 2019-06-24 07:40:07, EDT

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• 

  Asus 12" Ruggedized and Water Resistant Design Chromebook from US$2007% cheaper than usual
  ~$340 with accessories

  Built to stand to abuse, this Chromebook is well suited to children and anyone needing simple mobile computing on their adventure, even when they get messy.

  • the Casual Nomad
  • 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
  Storage	0/5
  Portability	3.5/5
  Autonomy	4/5

  by Netbooks 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	3.5/5

  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	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: 29.46 x 20.07 x 2.29 cm

  Weight: 1.000 kg

  detailed info

  from US$190.01

  • US$190.01 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2019-06-25 12:19:28, EDT
  • US$227.26 from Walmart (New)
    as of 2019-06-26 07:55:50, EDT
  • US$228.02 from Tiger Direct (New)
    as of 2019-06-26 08:09:17, EDT
  • US$228.3 from B&H (New)
    as of 2019-06-21 12:46:10, EDT

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