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 9 top results, ranging in price from ∼ US$720 to US$1090, 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, Stationary Computers (under $1100)

Dell Inspiron Desktop from US$4604% cheaper than usual
~$940 with accessories

This desktop computer is all about cost-efficient performance. It features relatively outdated WiFi capabilities, but it should not be much of an issue if you h... Read More about the i3671-di3671_sb_h4071e
Device Ratings

by Stationary Computers standards

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

by All Smart Devices standards

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

by Tower Computers standards

Bang for the Buck 3/5
Versatility for the Price 4.5/5
Power 0.5/5
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 i5-9400

Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 630

Memory: 12.00 GB

Storage: 1 TB

Dimensions: 16.00 x 29.40 x 37.37 cm
Weight: 5.270 kg

detailed info
US$458.89 from Dell (Canada) (New)
as of 2020-03-31 05:02:46, EDT

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#2, Stationary Computers (under $1100)

Dell Inspiron Desktop from US$4507%, Best price yet!
~$920 with accessories

This desktop computer is all about cost-efficient performance. It's a bit outdated as far as WiFi is concerned. Still, it should not be much of an issue if you... Read More about the i3671-di3671p_sb_h2011e
Device Ratings

by Stationary Computers standards

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

by All Smart Devices standards

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

by Tower Computers standards

Bang for the Buck 3/5
Versatility for the Price 3.5/5
Power 0/5
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 i5-9400

Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 630

Memory: 8.00 GB

Storage: 1 TB

Dimensions: 16.00 x 29.40 x 37.37 cm
Weight: 5.270 kg

detailed info
US$444.77 from Dell (Canada) (New)
as of 2020-03-31 04:59:41, EDT

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#3, Stationary Computers (under $1100)

Dell Inspiron Desktop from US$57020% cheaper than usual
~$1090 with accessories

This desktop computer is all about cost-efficient performance but still features a fast hard drive which will help keep loading times to a minimum... Read More about the i3671-di3671_h617e
Device Ratings

by Stationary Computers standards

Bang for the Buck 2.5/5
Versatility for the Price 4/5
Power 1/5
Storage 0.5/5
Portability 4.5/5
Autonomy N/A

by All Smart Devices standards

Bang for the Buck 4/5
Versatility for the Price 3.5/5
Power 3/5
Storage 3/5
Portability 1.5/5
Autonomy N/A

by Tower Computers standards

Bang for the Buck 2.5/5
Versatility for the Price 4/5
Power 0.5/5
Storage 1/5
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 i5-9400

Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 630

Memory: 12.00 GB

Storage: 512.00 GB

Dimensions: 16.00 x 29.40 x 37.37 cm
Weight: 5.270 kg

detailed info
US$564.79 from Dell (Canada) (New)
as of 2020-03-31 05:07:30, EDT

Pricing Accuracy
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#4, Stationary Computers (under $1100)

HP Pavilion Desktop PC from US$570;
~$1090 with accessories

This desktop PC has a lot of storage space and offers a lot of performance for the price. It's a great pick if you keep an extensive media collection and it's a... Read More about the 595-p1009
Device Ratings

by Stationary Computers standards

Bang for the Buck 2.5/5
Versatility for the Price 4/5
Power 1/5
Storage 3.5/5
Portability 4.5/5
Autonomy N/A

by All Smart Devices standards

Bang for the Buck 4/5
Versatility for the Price 3.5/5
Power 2.5/5
Storage 4.5/5
Portability 1.5/5
Autonomy N/A

by Tower Computers standards

Bang for the Buck 2/5
Versatility for the Price 4/5
Power 0.5/5
Storage 3.5/5
Portability 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 i5-9400

Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 630

Memory: 8.00 GB

Storage: 2 TB + 128 GB (~2.13 TB)

Dimensions: 17.00 x 27.70 x 33.80 cm
Weight: 5.150 kg

detailed info
US$564.79 from HP (New)
as of 2020-03-29 12:14:32, EDT

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#5, Stationary Computers (under $1100)

Dell Inspiron Desktop from US$570;
~$1090 with accessories

This desktop computer is all about cost-efficient performance. It comes with both a fast hard drive to keep loading times to a minimum and a large hard drive to... Read More about the i3671-di3671_sb_h604e
Device Ratings

by Stationary Computers standards

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

by All Smart Devices standards

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

by Tower Computers standards

Bang for the Buck 2/5
Versatility for the Price 1.5/5
Power 0.5/5
Storage 3/5
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 i5-9400

Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 630

Memory: 8.00 GB

Storage: 1 TB + 256 GB (~1.25 TB)

Dimensions: 16.00 x 29.40 x 37.37 cm
Weight: 5.270 kg

detailed info
US$564.79 from Dell (Canada) (New)
as of 2020-03-30 10:40:28, EDT

Pricing Accuracy
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#6, Stationary Computers (under $1100)

Dell Inspiron Desktop from US$500;
~$990 with accessories

This desktop computer is all about cost-efficient performance and very well-suited for everyday tasks. It features relatively outdated WiFi capabilities, but it... Read More about the i3671-di3671_sb_h2071e
Device Ratings

by Stationary Computers standards

Bang for the Buck 1/5
Versatility for the Price 3/5
Power 0.5/5
Storage 2/5
Portability 4.5/5
Autonomy N/A

by All Smart Devices standards

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

by Tower Computers standards

Bang for the Buck 0.5/5
Versatility for the Price 2.5/5
Power 0/5
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 i3-9100

Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 630

Memory: 8.00 GB

Storage: 1 TB

Dimensions: 16.00 x 29.40 x 37.37 cm
Weight: 5.270 kg

detailed info
US$494.19 from Dell (Canada) (New)
as of 2020-03-30 10:40:36, EDT

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#7, Stationary Computers (under $1100)

ME PC VT1000A Home PC from US$510;
~$1050 with accessories

This cost-efficient PC is a great solution to handle more than just typical homework. And thanks to the way it's built, you have several upgrade options in the... Read More about the MX75756
Device Ratings

by Stationary Computers 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 N/A

by All Smart Devices standards

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

by Compact Towers standards

Bang for the Buck 3.5/5
Versatility for the Price 5/5
Power 3.5/5
Storage 3.5/5
Portability 1.5/5
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 Ryzen 3 2200G

Graphics: AMD Radeon Vega 8

Memory: 8.00 GB

Storage: 1 TB

Dimensions: 9.60 x 37.00 x 33.40 cm
Weight: 10.000 kg

detailed info
US$508.31 from Memory Express (Built to Order)
as of 2020-03-30 05:17:07, EDT

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#1, Laptops ($850 - $1025)

Dell G3 15" Gaming Laptop from US$610;
~$870 with accessories

With a bit more oomph than the average laptop, this model makes a pretty compelling computer for the creative type on a budget. It's also capable of handling qu... Read More about the ni153590_sb_s02e
Device Ratings

by Laptops standards

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

by All Smart Devices standards

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

by Portable Laptops standards

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

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 i5-9300H

Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050

Memory: 8.00 GB

Storage: 1 TB

Screen Size: 15.6"

Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

Dimensions: 36.55 x 25.40 x 2.16 cm
Weight: 2.350 kg

detailed info
US$600.08 from Dell (Canada) (New)
as of 2020-03-31 05:22:01, EDT

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#1, Laptops ($675 - $850)

Dell Inspiron 14 5000 Laptop from US$5007% cheaper than usual
~$720 with accessories

If you're looking for a laptop that is both easy to carry around, cost-effective and capable of handling most productivity scenarios, this model is worth a look... Read More about the i14-5493
Device Ratings

by Laptops standards

Bang for the Buck 4.5/5
Versatility for the Price 4/5
Power 2/5
Storage 2.5/5
Portability 3.5/5
Autonomy 3/5

by All Smart Devices standards

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

by Portable Laptops standards

Bang for the Buck 4.5/5
Versatility for the Price 4.5/5
Power 1.5/5
Storage 2/5
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 i5-1035G1

Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics

Memory: 8.00 GB

Storage: 256.00 GB

Screen Size: 14"

Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

Dimensions: 32.87 x 23.95 x 1.80 cm
Weight: 1.420 kg
detailed info from US$494.19
- US$494.19 from Dell (Canada) (New)
  as of 2020-03-31 04:49:09, EDT
- US$599.99 from Dell (US) (New)
  as of 2020-03-31 03:25:08, EDT
Pricing Accuracy
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Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
Power	1/5
Storage	2/5
Portability	4.5/5
Autonomy	N/A

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

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

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

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

Bang for the Buck	3/5
Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
Power	0/5
Storage	1.5/5
Portability	4.5/5
Autonomy	N/A

Bang for the Buck	2.5/5
Versatility for the Price	4/5
Power	1/5
Storage	0.5/5
Portability	4.5/5
Autonomy	N/A

Bang for the Buck	4/5
Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
Power	3/5
Storage	3/5
Portability	1.5/5
Autonomy	N/A

Bang for the Buck	2.5/5
Versatility for the Price	4/5
Power	0.5/5
Storage	1/5
Portability	4.5/5
Autonomy	N/A

Bang for the Buck	2.5/5
Versatility for the Price	4/5
Power	1/5
Storage	3.5/5
Portability	4.5/5
Autonomy	N/A

Bang for the Buck	4/5
Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
Power	2.5/5
Storage	4.5/5
Portability	1.5/5
Autonomy	N/A

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

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

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

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

Bang for the Buck	1/5
Versatility for the Price	3/5
Power	0.5/5
Storage	2/5
Portability	4.5/5
Autonomy	N/A

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

Bang for the Buck	0.5/5
Versatility for the Price	2.5/5
Power	0/5
Storage	1.5/5
Portability	4.5/5
Autonomy	N/A

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

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

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

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

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

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

Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
Versatility for the Price	4/5
Power	2/5
Storage	2.5/5
Portability	3.5/5
Autonomy	3/5

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

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

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Looking for a specific kind of device?

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

Top Picks for the Multitasker

Your options 9 top results, ranging in price from ∼ US$720 to US$1090, with accessories.

Dell Inspiron Desktop from US$4604% cheaper than usual
~$940 with accessories

Device Ratings

performance in Texts & Numbers

performance in Web & Communication

Dell Inspiron Desktop from US$4507%, Best price yet!
~$920 with accessories

Device Ratings

performance in Texts & Numbers

performance in Web & Communication

Dell Inspiron Desktop from US$57020% cheaper than usual
~$1090 with accessories

Device Ratings

performance in Texts & Numbers

performance in Web & Communication

HP Pavilion Desktop PC from US$570;
~$1090 with accessories

Device Ratings

performance in Texts & Numbers

performance in Web & Communication

Dell Inspiron Desktop from US$570;
~$1090 with accessories

Device Ratings

performance in Texts & Numbers

performance in Web & Communication

Dell Inspiron Desktop from US$500;
~$990 with accessories

Device Ratings

performance in Texts & Numbers

performance in Web & Communication

ME PC VT1000A Home PC from US$510;
~$1050 with accessories

Device Ratings

performance in Texts & Numbers

performance in Web & Communication

Dell G3 15" Gaming Laptop from US$610;
~$870 with accessories

Device Ratings

performance in Texts & Numbers

performance in Web & Communication

Dell Inspiron 14 5000 Laptop from US$5007% cheaper than usual
~$720 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 9 top results, ranging in price from ∼ US$720 to US$1090, with accessories.

Dell Inspiron Desktop from US$4604% cheaper than usual~$940 with accessories

Device Ratings

performance in Texts & Numbers

performance in Web & Communication

Pricing Accuracy

Dell Inspiron Desktop from US$4507%, Best price yet!~$920 with accessories

Device Ratings

performance in Texts & Numbers

performance in Web & Communication

Pricing Accuracy

Dell Inspiron Desktop from US$57020% cheaper than usual~$1090 with accessories

Device Ratings

performance in Texts & Numbers

performance in Web & Communication

Pricing Accuracy

HP Pavilion Desktop PC from US$570;~$1090 with accessories

Device Ratings

performance in Texts & Numbers

performance in Web & Communication

Pricing Accuracy

Dell Inspiron Desktop from US$570;~$1090 with accessories

Device Ratings

performance in Texts & Numbers

performance in Web & Communication

Pricing Accuracy

Dell Inspiron Desktop from US$500;~$990 with accessories

Device Ratings

performance in Texts & Numbers

performance in Web & Communication

Pricing Accuracy

ME PC VT1000A Home PC from US$510;~$1050 with accessories

Device Ratings

performance in Texts & Numbers

performance in Web & Communication

Pricing Accuracy

Dell G3 15" Gaming Laptop from US$610;~$870 with accessories

Device Ratings

performance in Texts & Numbers

performance in Web & Communication

Pricing Accuracy

Dell Inspiron 14 5000 Laptop from US$5007% cheaper than usual~$720 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?

Dell Inspiron Desktop from US$4604% cheaper than usual
~$940 with accessories

Dell Inspiron Desktop from US$4507%, Best price yet!
~$920 with accessories

Dell Inspiron Desktop from US$57020% cheaper than usual
~$1090 with accessories

HP Pavilion Desktop PC from US$570;
~$1090 with accessories

Dell Inspiron Desktop from US$570;
~$1090 with accessories

Dell Inspiron Desktop from US$500;
~$990 with accessories

ME PC VT1000A Home PC from US$510;
~$1050 with accessories

Dell G3 15" Gaming Laptop from US$610;
~$870 with accessories

Dell Inspiron 14 5000 Laptop from US$5007% cheaper than usual
~$720 with accessories