Top Picks for the Multitasker

You don't usually run very demanding tasks on your computer, but you tend to have at least a few windows open. Maybe you compare and cross-reference documents on a regular basis, or you just like to keep tabs on chat and social media while working.

Your options 8 top results, ranging in price from $673 to $1080, 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.

HP Pavilion Desktop PC from $790;
~$1080 with accessories

Here's a cost-efficient desktop computer which will excel at productivity tasks and will let you explore quite a few creative avenues.
Device Ratings

by Stationary Computers standards

Bang for the Buck 3.5/5
Versatility for the Price 4/5
Power 2/5
Storage 2/5
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 3/5
Storage 4/5
Portability 1/5
Autonomy N/A

by Tower Computers standards

Bang for the Buck 2.5/5
Versatility for the Price 3.5/5
Power 1/5
Storage 1.5/5
Portability 4.5/5
Autonomy N/A

performance in Texts & Numbers

5/5
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

performance in Web & Communication

5/5
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.
Specs

Processor: Intel Core i5-7400

Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 630

Memory: 8.00 GB

Storage: 1 TB

Dimensions: 16.31 x 39.50 x 30.71 cm
Weight: 5.70 kg

detailed info $789.92 from Staples as of 2018-07-17 14:37:57, EDT

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Asus M32BF Tower Computer from $430;
~$755 with accessories

A great computer for productivity and a little more. Not a bad product if you don't have any great plans for your computer but don't want to be too restricted.
Device Ratings

by Stationary Computers standards

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

by Tower Computers standards

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

performance in Texts & Numbers

5/5
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

performance in Web & Communication

5/5
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.
Specs

Processor: AMD A10-7800

Graphics: AMD Radeon R7 Graphics

Memory: 8.00 GB

Storage: 2 TB

Dimensions: 17.52 x 37.99 x 40.84 cm
Weight: 8.26 kg
detailed info from $429.99
- $429.99 from Best Buy as of 2018-07-17 15:18:49, EDT
- $499.97 from Best Buy as of 2018-07-17 15:18:33, EDT
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HP Pavilion 590 Desktop PC from $500;
~$790 with accessories

With a large hard drive, this computer is a good fit for the collector of photos, music, videos and any file you'd prefer not to store in the cloud.
Device Ratings

by Stationary Computers standards

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

by All Smart Devices standards

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

by Tower Computers standards

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

performance in Texts & Numbers

5/5
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

performance in Web & Communication

5/5
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.
Specs

Processor: AMD A12-9700

Graphics: AMD Radeon R7 Graphics

Memory: 8.00 GB

Storage: 2 TB

Dimensions: 17.00 x 27.70 x 33.80 cm
Weight: 5.15 kg

detailed info $499.99 from Best Buy as of 2018-07-15 12:51:06, EDT

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Dell Inspiron 13" 7000 Series Laptop from $78018%, Best price yet!
~$1105 with accessories

Here is a compelling laptop if you want to do a bit more than just everyday productivity or if you usually do more than one thing at once.
Device Ratings

by Laptops standards

Bang for the Buck 4.5/5
Versatility for the Price 3.5/5
Power 4/5
Storage 2.5/5
Portability 4/5
Autonomy 3.5/5

by All Smart Devices standards

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

by Portable Laptops standards

Bang for the Buck 4.5/5
Versatility for the Price 4/5
Power 4/5
Storage 2.5/5
Portability 4/5
Autonomy 3.5/5

performance in Texts & Numbers

5/5
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

performance in Web & Communication

5/5
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.
Specs

Processor: Intel Core i5-8250U

Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 620

Memory: 8.00 GB

Storage: 256.00 GB

Screen Size: 13.3"

Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

Dimensions: 30.97 x 21.57 x 1.67 cm
Weight: 1.40 kg
detailed info from $779.00
- $779.00 from Microsoft as of 2018-07-17 04:20:01, EDT
- $1249.99 from Dell as of 2018-07-17 12:18:21, EDT
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Dell Inspiron 5000, 15" Laptop from $65028% cheaper than usual
~$763 with accessories

A versatile laptop for work, casual browsing and playing music or video while you're busy doing other stuff.
Device Ratings

by Laptops standards

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

by All Smart Devices standards

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

by Portable Laptops standards

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

performance in Texts & Numbers

5/5
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

performance in Web & Communication

5/5
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.
Specs

Processor: Intel Core i5-7200U

Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 620

Memory: 8.00 GB

Storage: 1 TB

Screen Size: 15.6"

Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

Dimensions: 38.99 x 25.91 x 2.34 cm
Weight: 2.33 kg
detailed info from $649.00
- $649.00 from Amazon as of 2018-07-17 05:55:04, EDT
- $695.11 from eBay as of 2018-07-17 04:51:10, EDT
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Asus VivoBook Max 15" Laptop from $720;
~$805 with accessories

This laptop has few upgrades over the typical $600 laptop. If you hate waiting for programs to load and want a bit more space to multitask, this is a laptop wor... Read More about the X541UA-SB51-CB
Device Ratings

by Laptops standards

Bang for the Buck 4/5
Versatility for the Price 4.5/5
Power 3/5
Storage 2.5/5
Portability 1/5
Autonomy 2/5

by All Smart Devices standards

Bang for the Buck 3.5/5
Versatility for the Price 4.5/5
Power 3/5
Storage 2.5/5
Portability 2/5
Autonomy 1.5/5

by Portable Laptops standards

Bang for the Buck 3.5/5
Versatility for the Price 4.5/5
Power 3/5
Storage 2.5/5
Portability 0.5/5
Autonomy 2/5

performance in Texts & Numbers

5/5
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

performance in Web & Communication

5/5
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.
Specs

Processor: Intel Core i5-7200U

Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 620

Memory: 8.00 GB

Storage: 256.00 GB

Screen Size: 15.6"

Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

Dimensions: 38.10 x 25.15 x 2.79 cm
Weight: 2.00 kg

detailed info $714.99 from Staples as of 2018-07-17 12:10:18, EDT

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HP Pavilion All-in-One PC from $750;
~$750 with accessories

Able to fit in small spaces but capable of handling everyday tasks, this is an excellent computer for public areas like the kitchen or the dorm room.
Device Ratings

by Stationary Computers standards

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

by All Smart Devices standards

Bang for the Buck 3/5
Versatility for the Price 2/5
Power 2/5
Storage 5/5
Portability 0/5
Autonomy N/A

by All-in-Ones standards

Bang for the Buck 3/5
Versatility for the Price 2.5/5
Power 1/5
Storage 4.5/5
Portability 1/5
Autonomy N/A

performance in Texts & Numbers

5/5
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

performance in Web & Communication

5/5
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.
Specs

Processor: AMD A10-9630P

Graphics: AMD Radeon R5 Graphics

Memory: 8.00 GB

Storage: 2 TB

Screen Size: 23.8"

Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

Dimensions: 70.48 x 17.01 x 70.48 cm
Weight: 7.80 kg

detailed info $749.99 from Best Buy as of 2018-07-17 12:07:17, EDT

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HP HP Pavilion 24" All-In-One PC from $70025% cheaper than usual
~$700 with accessories

A great computer to enjoy movies, music and even get work done in small or public spaces. It's a versatile solution for the dorm room... Read More about the 24-B239
Device Ratings

by Stationary Computers standards

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

by All Smart Devices standards

Bang for the Buck 2.5/5
Versatility for the Price 2.5/5
Power 2/5
Storage 5/5
Portability 0.5/5
Autonomy N/A

by All-in-Ones standards

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

performance in Texts & Numbers

5/5
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

performance in Web & Communication

5/5
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.
Specs

Processor: AMD A10-9630P

Graphics: AMD Radeon R5 Graphics

Memory: 8.00 GB

Storage: 2 TB

Screen Size: 23.8"

Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

Dimensions: 57.90 x 19.10 x 44.70 cm
Weight: 8.43 kg

detailed info $699.99 from HP as of 2018-07-17 04:54:31, EDT

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

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

Bang for the Buck	2.5/5
Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
Power	1/5
Storage	1.5/5
Portability	4.5/5
Autonomy	N/A

Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
Power	1/5
Storage	4.5/5
Portability	2.5/5
Autonomy	N/A

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

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

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

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

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

Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
Power	4/5
Storage	2.5/5
Portability	4/5
Autonomy	3.5/5

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

Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
Versatility for the Price	4/5
Power	4/5
Storage	2.5/5
Portability	4/5
Autonomy	3.5/5

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

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

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

Bang for the Buck	4/5
Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
Power	3/5
Storage	2.5/5
Portability	1/5
Autonomy	2/5

Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
Power	3/5
Storage	2.5/5
Portability	2/5
Autonomy	1.5/5

Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
Power	3/5
Storage	2.5/5
Portability	0.5/5
Autonomy	2/5

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

Bang for the Buck	3/5
Versatility for the Price	2/5
Power	2/5
Storage	5/5
Portability	0/5
Autonomy	N/A

Bang for the Buck	3/5
Versatility for the Price	2.5/5
Power	1/5
Storage	4.5/5
Portability	1/5
Autonomy	N/A

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

Bang for the Buck	2.5/5
Versatility for the Price	2.5/5
Power	2/5
Storage	5/5
Portability	0.5/5
Autonomy	N/A

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

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Top Picks for the Multitasker

Your options 8 top results, ranging in price from $673 to $1080, with accessories.

HP Pavilion Desktop PC from $790;
~$1080 with accessories

Device Ratings

performance in Texts & Numbers

performance in Web & Communication

Asus M32BF Tower Computer from $430;
~$755 with accessories

Device Ratings

performance in Texts & Numbers

performance in Web & Communication

HP Pavilion 590 Desktop PC from $500;
~$790 with accessories

Device Ratings

performance in Texts & Numbers

performance in Web & Communication

Dell Inspiron 13" 7000 Series Laptop from $78018%, Best price yet!
~$1105 with accessories

Device Ratings

performance in Texts & Numbers

performance in Web & Communication

Dell Inspiron 5000, 15" Laptop from $65028% cheaper than usual
~$763 with accessories

Device Ratings

performance in Texts & Numbers

performance in Web & Communication

Asus VivoBook Max 15" Laptop from $720;
~$805 with accessories

Device Ratings

performance in Texts & Numbers

performance in Web & Communication

HP Pavilion All-in-One PC from $750;
~$750 with accessories

Device Ratings

performance in Texts & Numbers

performance in Web & Communication

HP HP Pavilion 24" All-In-One PC from $70025% cheaper than usual
~$700 with accessories

Device Ratings

performance in Texts & Numbers

performance in Web & Communication

Narrow down your search

Looking for a specific kind of device?

Top Picks for the Multitasker

Your options 8 top results, ranging in price from $673 to $1080, with accessories.

HP Pavilion Desktop PC from $790;~$1080 with accessories

Device Ratings

performance in Texts & Numbers

performance in Web & Communication

Pricing Accuracy

Asus M32BF Tower Computer from $430;~$755 with accessories

Device Ratings

performance in Texts & Numbers

performance in Web & Communication

Pricing Accuracy

HP Pavilion 590 Desktop PC from $500;~$790 with accessories

Device Ratings

performance in Texts & Numbers

performance in Web & Communication

Pricing Accuracy

Dell Inspiron 13" 7000 Series Laptop from $78018%, Best price yet!~$1105 with accessories

Device Ratings

performance in Texts & Numbers

performance in Web & Communication

Pricing Accuracy

Dell Inspiron 5000, 15" Laptop from $65028% cheaper than usual~$763 with accessories

Device Ratings

performance in Texts & Numbers

performance in Web & Communication

Pricing Accuracy

Asus VivoBook Max 15" Laptop from $720;~$805 with accessories

Device Ratings

performance in Texts & Numbers

performance in Web & Communication

Pricing Accuracy

HP Pavilion All-in-One PC from $750;~$750 with accessories

Device Ratings

performance in Texts & Numbers

performance in Web & Communication

Pricing Accuracy

HP HP Pavilion 24" All-In-One PC from $70025% cheaper than usual~$700 with accessories

Device Ratings

performance in Texts & Numbers

performance in Web & Communication

Pricing Accuracy

Narrow down your search

Looking for a specific kind of device?

HP Pavilion Desktop PC from $790;
~$1080 with accessories

Asus M32BF Tower Computer from $430;
~$755 with accessories

HP Pavilion 590 Desktop PC from $500;
~$790 with accessories

Dell Inspiron 13" 7000 Series Laptop from $78018%, Best price yet!
~$1105 with accessories

Dell Inspiron 5000, 15" Laptop from $65028% cheaper than usual
~$763 with accessories

Asus VivoBook Max 15" Laptop from $720;
~$805 with accessories

HP Pavilion All-in-One PC from $750;
~$750 with accessories

HP HP Pavilion 24" All-In-One PC from $70025% cheaper than usual
~$700 with accessories