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Best Desktops 2023
1. Dell Alienware Aurora Ryzen Edition R10
Specifications
-Graphics Up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090
-CPU Up to AMD Ryzen 9 5950X
-Memory Up to 128 GB 3200MHz DDR4
-Storage Up to 2 TB SSD + 2 TB HDD
Best overall. Alienware PCs are not exactly known for low prices. But with the Alienware Aurora R10 with Ryzen CPU, the manufacturer brings at least a fairly priced PC model series to the market, which should satisfy even more demanding gamers. All models are great for Full HD gaming at more than 60 frames per second. The case looks very original, but does not insulate noise very well.
Pros
+ Great gaming performance
+ Many configuration options
+ Attractive housing
Cons
- Audible fans
2. HP Omen 30L Desktop
Specifications
-Graphics Up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090
-CPU Up to Intel i9-10900K or Ryzen 7 5800X
-Memory Up to 32 GB 3200MHz DDR4
-Storage Up to 1 TB SSD + 2 TB HDD
Best Gaming desktop. The new Omen convinces in terms of performance and workmanship across the board. As soon as the Nvidia GeForce RTX 3070 or something better is used in the HP Omen 30L Desktop GT13 gaming PC, even the 4K resolution is no longer a problem with current game titles. Due to the easy access, many things can also be easily replaced and upgraded later. So the compilation looks successful regardless of the exact variant and not too expensive.
Pros
+ Easy to upgrade
+ Many adjustment options
+ Water cooling
+ RBG lighting and side windows
Cons
- Power supply open in housing
- Window very large
3. MSI Creator P100X
Specifications
-Graphics Up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080
-CPU Up to Intel Core 11900K
-Memory Up to 64 GB
-Storage Up to 2 TB SSD + 2 TB HDD
Best looking desktop. The shape and design of the PC are not less important. The case is just 19 liters in size and therefore also presents the hardware with a few challenges. The individual components are located in separated areas, which are cooled separately. This is even possible with comparatively low noise levels. What remains is a superbly equipped gaming PC, but it does not allow serious upgrading.
Pros
+ High computing power
+ Compact size
+ Powerful graphics card
+ Thunderbolt 4
Cons
- Price
- Elaborate cooling
4. Acer Predator Orion 3000
Specifications
-Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070
-CPU Intel Core i7-10700F
-Memory Up to 64 GB DDR4 2933MHz
-Storage 1 TB HDD and up to 2 TB SSD
Best mid-range desktop. Overall, the computer convinces on several levels. The performance of the computer clearly exceeded the performance of average high-end computers. In addition, it has decent equipment with a large SSD, sufficient USB ports and suitable input devices.
Pros
+ Integrated WLAN
+ Very good game performance in Full HD and WQHD
+ Relatively compact housing
Cons
- Nothing in particular
5. Dell Inspiron G5
Specifications
-Graphics Up to NVIDIA RTX 3060
-CPU Up to Intel i7-10700F
-Memory 16 GB
-Storage Up to 1 TB PCIe SSD
Best value. GeForce GTX 1660 Ti (RTX 3060 on newer model) still offers enough power for current games in Full HD. The biggest obstacle should be the much too small SSD (although newer model has 1 TB). SSDs are becoming more and more mandatory for games, so only a few games fit on the tiny SSD. As an all-round PC, the Inspiron G5 is actually great value.
Pros
+ Enough power for current games
+ Stylish housing
+ Good value
Cons
- Too small SSD
6. CUK MEG Trident X by MSI
Specifications
-Graphics Up top NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090
-CPU Up to Intel Core i9-11900KF
-Memory Up to 64 GB
-Storage Up to 2 TB SSD + 2 TB HDD
Best if the money is not an object. CUK MEG Trident X by MSI stands for uncompromising gaming in a still reasonably compact housing. This is equipped with the now widely used RGB LEDs and is therefore visually very distinctive. The reason for the high prices in all configuration options lies in the component selection: Here, the buyer receives mostly state-of-the-art high-end hardware.
Pros
+ Superior game performance in all configurations
+ Quiet in everyday operation
+ Upgradeable thanks to standard components
Cons
- Extremely expensive
7. Apple iMac 24" (2021)
Specifications
-Graphics Apple M1 chip with up to 8‑core GPU
-CPU Apple M1 chip with 8‑core CPU
-Memory 8 GB
-Storage Up to 512 GB SSD
Best all-in-one. Apple has an ace up its sleeve: with the M1 processor, the American technology giant offers a serious alternative to the Intel processors previously used and widespread on Windows PCs. Apple brings an improved IPS display with an unusual, but extremely sharp 4,5 K resolution under. As usual, the color representation is quite accurate from the factory and allows worry-free video and image editing.
Pros
+ Extremely high image sharpness and good color representation
+ Thin and light
+ Powerful processor
+ Full HD Webcam
Cons
- Only maximum 8 GB RAM and 512 GB SSD capacity
- Base model with two Thunderbolt ports only
8. HP Premium Desktop
Specifications
-Graphics On-processor AMD Radeon Graphics
-CPU AMD Ryzen 7 4700G
-Memory Up to 32 GB
-Storage Up to 2 TB SSD
Best office desktop. The HP Desktop is a stylish desktop computer for office use that takes up little space. The most affordable standard version provides enough power for the usual on-screen work. In short: word processing, online services and messaging work without delay and reliably.
Pros
+ Compact dimensions
+ Nice design
Cons
- Limited gaming capabilities
9. ZOTAC Magnus ONE
Specifications
-Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070
-CPU Intel Core i7-10700
-Memory 16 GB
-Storage 512 GB SSD + 1 TB HDD
Best Mini PC. Inside is a real rarity: Nvidia's GeForce RTX 3070 in the desktop version is included. In addition to the graphics card, there is also a Core i7-10700 with eight cores, which has enough computing power for all games. Since the hardware is housed in a fairly compact case, the cooling will have to work especially hard. The temperatures always remain in the green area, but it gets quite loud. But if you play with headphones, this is hardly relevant.
Pros
+ Good processor performance
+ Great video card : RTX 3070
+ Compact
Cons
- Noise level
- No Thunderbolt
10. Apple Mac mini M1 (2020)
Specifications
-Graphics Apple M1 chip with 8‑core GPU
-CPU Apple M1 chip with 8‑core CPU
-Memory Up to 16 GB
-Storage up to 512 GB SSD
Best Mac. When exporting or converting video or audio from one format to another, the new M1 Macs are so fast that you can look forward to the Apple Silicon future. But with the profane installation of apps and operating system updates, they take so much time that you could almost have forgotten all this magic again.
Pros
+ Powerful even for demanding tasks
+ Good value for money
+ Very quiet
+ Very energy efficient
Cons
- Not all software adapted yet