Please help me decide on a new all-in-one desktop

Discussion in 'Hardware' started by Skribblez, Aug 3, 2014.

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    Been using a netbook for most of my work over the past 3 years and it just doesn't do it for me anymore (that's what she said). I need a bigger screen and all-in-one desktops seem like the perfect solution for my needs as I'd like to save desk space and be free from clutter.

    I can't decide between the three all-in-one desktops below. Would greatly appreciate it if anyone could point me in the best direction from here.

    HP Pavillion Touchsmart 23" All-In-One $799

    http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/121387125277?ssPageName=STRK:MESINDXX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1436.l2649

    Detailed Specifications:
    Operating system - Windows 8 64-bit installed and activated
    Processor family - Intel Pentium processor
    Processor - Intel® Pentium® Processor G2030 (3M Cache, 3.00 GHz)
    Chipset - Intel H77
    Memory - 4 GB 1600 MHz DDR3 (1 x 4 GB)
    Memory slots - 2 SODIMM
    Internal drive - 1 TB 7200 rpm SATA
    Optical drive - Slim Tray SuperMulti DVD Burner
    Display - 23" diagonal 16:9 W-LED Non-Glare Non-ZBD Touch LCD (1920 x 1080)
    Graphics - NVIDIA GeForce GT 710A (1GB dedicated)
    Ports - 2 USB 3.0, 4 USB 2.0
    Memory card device - 6-in-1 memory card reader
    Webcam - Fixed 720p HD low-light Webcam with 2 Microphone Array
    Audio features - DTS Sound+ Audio (SRS)
    Input devices - HP Wireless Keyboard and Mouse Kit
    Network interface - On-board 10/100/1000Mbps (Gigabit) Ethernet Support
    Wireless - Wireless LAN 802.11b/g/n
    Power supply type - HP 150W external power supply
    Energy efficiency - ENERGY STAR qualified
    Dimensions (W x D x H) - 10.4 x 60.3 x 47.4 cm
    Weight - 9.77 kg

    Lenovo E73z 20" All-In-One $899

    http://shopap.lenovo.com/au/en/desktops/thinkcentre/all-in-ones/e73z/

    Processor
    Intel® Core™ i5-4430S Processor (6M Cache, up to 3.20 GHz)
    Operating system
    Windows 8 64 bit
    Display type
    20.0" All In One HD+ 1600x900
    System Graphics
    Integrated Intel HD Graphics
    Total memory
    4GB DDR3 1600MHz SDRAM
    Hard drive device
    500GB / 8GB SSHD
    Optical device
    DVD Recordable
    Bluetooth
    Bluetooth 4.0 (included with WiFi module)


    Lenovo m92z 20" All-In-One $899

    http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Lenovo-T...pt=AU_comp_dekstop&hash=item35d8e97d4a&_uhb=1

    Processor
    3rd Generation Intel® Core™ i5
    Operating System
    Windows 7 Professional 64
    Memory
    4GB (DDR3)
    Storage
    500GB (7,200 rpm) SATA
    Form Factor 20.0"W AIO
    Display
    20.0" wide LED 16:9 (1600x900) – non-Touch only
    Graphics
    Intel® HD graphics
    Webcam
    2.0MP HD
    Audio
    2 3W Integrated Speakers
    Digital Array Microphone
    Optical Drive
    Slim DVD-ROM/Slim DVD Recordable
    I/O (INPUT/OUTPUT) Ports
    Side
    2 USB 3.0
    Microphone jack
    Headphone jack
    Rear
    4 USB 2.0
    1 PS/2 and COM Port(optional)
    1 Display (input)
    1 Display (output)
    WiFi Connectivity
    IEEE 802.11a (5GHz)†
    IEEE 802.11b/g/n (2.4 GHz)
    Bluetooth® 4.0
    Keyboard
    Ultra Slim Plus Wireless Keyboard (optional)
    Lenovo Preferred Pro Full Size Keyboard
    Lenovo Preferred Pro Fingerprint Keyboard† (optional)
    Mouse
    Ultra Slim Plus Wireless Mouse (optional)
    Enhanced Optical Wheel Mouse (USB)
    Physical Security
    Kensington Lock
    Cable Lock
    Intrusion Switch
    Ethernet
    Integrated 10M/100M/1000M Gigabit Ethernet†




    Please help me decide, DP. :)
     
    Skribblez, Aug 3, 2014 IP
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    cblanke Well-Known Member

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    Skribblez Notable Member

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    Specs look good indeed but it doesn't seem to be available in Australia and it goes over my budget of $1,000 or under.

    Either way, thanks for your input buddy.
     
    Skribblez, Aug 3, 2014 IP
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    cblanke Well-Known Member

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    No problem, Didnt know your location or budget but good luck. I have noticed that the HP all in ones are great though as i have two of them right here the other is a HP Envy 20 not sure if this is in your location. The price is lower and works great.

    HP ENVY 20-d003la TouchSmart All-in-One Desktop PC Product Specifications
    http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/document?cc=us&lc=en&dlc=en&docname=c03531691
     
    cblanke, Aug 4, 2014 IP
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    Not bad, have you tried out TigerDirect or NewEgg - there are some great deals there.
     
    gotkloud, Aug 8, 2014 IP
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    billzo Well-Known Member

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    Those all-in-ones not cheap. Maybe computers are more expensive in Australia? I have never liked the idea of an all-in-one because if one thing goes bad, the whole thing is useless.

    I have a tower on the floor and I am using a 32-inch 1080p HD TV (HDMI) for a monitor. $500 for the computer, $200 for the monitor/TV plus $20 for the HDMI cable (plus sales tax). I love having the big monitor. Everything is so crisp and clear. Plus I have a TV, too. :)

    The first all-in-one on your list is only a dual core CPU. These days, and if you are doing web development or programming, you should go with the quad core CPU and at least 8 GB of RAM.

    Dell has an Australia website. Maybe you could check that out. My computer and my prior were Dells and they worked great.
     
    billzo, Aug 8, 2014 IP