Top Picks for the Productivity-Focused User

Your options 9 top results, ranging in price from ∼ US$920 to US$1290, 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 ($1100 - $1300)

  

  Dell Inspiron Desktop from US$6405% cheaper than usual
  ~$1190 with accessories

  This desktop computer is a bit stronger than your average home PC; not really built for games or graphics creations, but strong enough to tackle complex tasks a... Read More about the i3671-di3671_h613pe

  • the Tinkerer
  • the Serious Multitasker
  • the Video Editor
  • the Photo Editor
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Media Consumer
  • the Audio Editor

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	0/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Tower Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3/5
  Power	2/5
  Storage	0/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  performance in Texts & Numbers

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Microsoft Word 2019

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Microsoft Excel 2019

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Microsoft PowerPoint 2019

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i7-9700

  Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 630

  Memory: 12.00 GB

  Storage: 256.00 GB

  Dimensions: 16.00 x 29.40 x 37.37 cm

  Weight: 5.270 kg

  detailed info

  US$635.38 from Dell (Canada) (New) as of 2020-03-31 05:17:43, EDT

  pricing accuracy

  Pricing Accuracy

  Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on the Dell (Canada) site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. ×
• #2, Stationary Computers ($1100 - $1300)

  

  Dell G5 Gaming PC - Abyss Grey from US$71039%, Best price yet!
  ~$1290 with accessories

  This Gaming PC is capable of delivering rich gaming experiences for a relatively low price and is capable of handling quite a few demanding Triple-A Games in th... Read More about the i5090-di5090_h24e

  • the Long-Term Gamer
  • the Serious Gamer
  • the Video Editor
  • the Photo Editor
  • the Multitasker
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Media Consumer
  • the Audio Editor

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Tower Computers standards

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

  performance in Texts & Numbers

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Microsoft Word 2019

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Microsoft Excel 2019

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Microsoft PowerPoint 2019

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-9400

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1660 Ti

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 2 TB + 256 GB (~2.25 TB)

  Dimensions: 16.89 x 30.78 x 36.70 cm

  Weight: 8.430 kg

  detailed info

  US$705.98 from Dell (Canada) (New) as of 2020-03-31 05:48:38, EDT

  pricing accuracy

  Pricing Accuracy

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• #3, Stationary Computers ($1100 - $1300)

  

  Dell G5 Gaming PC - Abyss Grey from US$710;
  ~$1290 with accessories

  This Gaming PC offers a compelling balance of power for the price and is capable of handling quite a few demanding Triple-A Games right off the bat... Read More about the i5090-5183GRY-PCA

  • the Long-Term Gamer
  • the Serious Gamer
  • the Video Editor
  • the Photo Editor
  • the Multitasker
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Media Consumer
  • the Audio Editor

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	2/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	3/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Tower Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3/5
  Power	1.5/5
  Storage	1/5
  Portability	3.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  performance in Texts & Numbers

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Microsoft Word 2019

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Microsoft Excel 2019

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Microsoft PowerPoint 2019

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-9400

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1660

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 512.00 GB

  Dimensions: 16.89 x 30.78 x 36.70 cm

  Weight: 7.570 kg

  detailed info

  US$705.98 from Best Buy (New) as of 2020-03-31 06:38:21, EDT

  pricing accuracy

  Pricing Accuracy

  Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on the Best Buy site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. ×
• #4, Stationary Computers ($1100 - $1300)

  

  Dell G5 Gaming PC - Abyss Grey from US$64031% cheaper than usual
  ~$1190 with accessories

  This Gaming PC might not be the most powerful out there, but it's quite cost-effective for the price and is capable of handling a few demanding Triple-A Games i... Read More about the i5090-di5090_h2e

  • the Long-Term Gamer
  • the Serious Gamer
  • the Video Editor
  • the Photo Editor
  • the Multitasker
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Media Consumer
  • the Audio Editor

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	1.5/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	3/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Tower Computers standards

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

  performance in Texts & Numbers

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Microsoft Word 2019

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Microsoft Excel 2019

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Microsoft PowerPoint 2019

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-9400

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB + 128 GB (~1.13 TB)

  Dimensions: 16.89 x 30.78 x 36.70 cm

  Weight: 8.430 kg

  detailed info

  US$635.38 from Dell (Canada) (New) as of 2020-03-31 06:28:44, EDT

  pricing accuracy

  Pricing Accuracy

  Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on the Dell (Canada) site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. ×
• #5, Stationary Computers ($1100 - $1300)

  

  Dell G5 Gaming PC - Abyss Grey from US$680;
  ~$1240 with accessories

  This Gaming PC offers a compelling balance of power for the price and is capable of handling quite a few demanding Triple-A Games right off the bat... Read More about the di5090_h34e

  • the Long-Term Gamer
  • the Serious Gamer
  • the Video Editor
  • the Photo Editor
  • the Multitasker
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Media Consumer
  • the Audio Editor

  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	2/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Tower Computers standards

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

  performance in Texts & Numbers

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Microsoft Word 2019

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Microsoft Excel 2019

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Microsoft PowerPoint 2019

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-9400

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1660

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB

  Dimensions: 16.90 x 30.80 x 36.70 cm

  Weight: 8.430 kg

  detailed info

  US$670.68 from Dell (Canada) (New) as of 2020-03-30 10:45:07, EDT

  pricing accuracy

  Pricing Accuracy

  Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on the Dell (Canada) site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. ×
• #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

  • the Tinkerer
  • the Serious Multitasker
  • the Video Editor
  • the Photo Editor
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Media Consumer
  • the Audio Editor

  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 Microsoft Word 2019

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Microsoft Excel 2019

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Microsoft PowerPoint 2019

  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

  pricing accuracy

  Pricing Accuracy

  Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on the Dell (Canada) site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. ×
• #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

  • the Tinkerer
  • the Aspiring Creative
  • the Photo Editor
  • the Multitasker
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Media Consumer
  • the Audio Editor

  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 Microsoft Word 2019

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Microsoft Excel 2019

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Microsoft PowerPoint 2019

  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

  pricing accuracy

  Pricing Accuracy

  Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on the Dell (Canada) site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. ×
• #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

  • the Tinkerer
  • the Serious Multitasker
  • the Video Editor
  • the Photo Editor
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Media Consumer
  • the Audio Editor

  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 Microsoft Word 2019

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Microsoft Excel 2019

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Microsoft PowerPoint 2019

  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

  Pricing Accuracy

  Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on the Dell (Canada) site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. ×
• #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

  • the Tinkerer
  • the Serious Music Producer
  • the Photo Editor
  • the Multitasker
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Media Consumer

  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 Microsoft Word 2019

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Microsoft Excel 2019

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Microsoft PowerPoint 2019

  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

  pricing accuracy

  Pricing Accuracy

  Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on the HP site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. ×

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