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Whether you’re looking for a productivity desktop, a gaming PC powerhouse, or a stylish all-in-one Windows machine, we’ve got you covered. The team at PCWorld sort through all of the daily computer sales and put together a curated list of the best deals available. But not all deals are really deals, so we only choose those offered by reputable companies and that include great hardware to ensure you get the best value for your money.
We’ve also included some helpful answers to common questions about buying a computer at the bottom of this article. If you’re considering a laptop instead, be sure to check out our best laptop deals, updated daily.
Note: Tech deals come and go quickly, so it’s possible some of these computer discounts will have expired before this article’s next update.
Best gaming desktop computer deals
- Skytech Nebula, Core i5-14400F/RTX 5060/16GB RAM/1TB SSD, $999.99 (12% off on Amazon)
- Alienware Aurora, Core Ultra 7 265F/RTX 5070 Ti/16GB RAM/1TB SSD, $1,499.99 (29% off on Dell)
- Alienware Aurora, Core Ultra 9 285/RTX 5080/32GB RAM/1TB SSD, $2,599.99 (19% off on Dell)
- Skytech Aqua, Ryzen 7 7800X3D/RX 9060XT/32GB RAM/1TB SSD, $1,439.99 (10% off on Amazon)
- LXZ Gaming PC, Ryzen 7 8700F/RX 7650 GRE/32GB RAM/1TB SSD, $899.99 (10% off on Amazon)
- MSI Aegis R2, Core Ultra 9 285/RTX 5070 Ti/32GB RAM/2TB SSD, $2,199.99 (24% off on Amazon)
- Omen 35L, Ryzen 5 8500G/RTX 4070 Super/32GB RAM/512GB SSD, $1,349.99 (20% off on HP)
My top picks:
The Skytech Nebula for $130 off on Amazon is this week’s budget deal to get. With a Core i5-14400F CPU and RTX 5060 GPU it’ll deliver solid framerates at 1080p for most games and the inclusion of 1TB of onboard storage means you’ll have plenty of space to load it up with your game library.
Another killer deal is the Alienware Aurora for $600 off on Dell. Not only does it come with the latest gen Core Ultra 7 265F CPU, but also sports an RTX 5070 Ti. Frankly, this deal is worth it just for that GPU, and those in the market for a strong midrange gaming PC should look no further.
Best mainstream desktop computer deals
- GMKtec M7, Ryzen 7 6850H/32GB RAM/512GB SSD, $365.99 (25% off on Amazon)
- Apple Mac Mini 2024, M4/16GB RAM/256GB SSD, $499.99 (17% off on Amazon)
- AceMagician K1 Mini PC, Ryzen 7 5700U/16GB RAM/512GB SSD, $279.00 (30% off on Amazon)
- AceMagic Vista Mini N1, Alder Lake-N N97/16GB RAM/512GB SSD, $174.99 (33% off on Amazon)
- Beelink SER5 MAX, Ryzen 7 6800H/32GB RAM/500GB SSD, $319.00 (20% off on Amazon)
My top picks:
Amazon is offering the GMKtec M7 mini-PC for $120 off. This mini-PC not only rocks an Ryzen 7 Pro 6850H CPU and a whopping 32GB of RAM, but comes with excellent connectivity features to boot. It’s a great mini-PC and at this discount the value can’t be beat.
If you’re more of a Mac fan, then this rare deal on the latest M4 Mac Mini for $100 off on MicroCenter is for you. The latest 2024 Mac Mini is a seriously good option for those looking to get great mini-PC performance for the price. The M4 chip has outstanding processing power and this model also comes with a good amount of RAM and onboard storage.
All-in-one desktop computers combine a PC’s hardware with a modern display to make a desktop computer that has both form and function. Since everything is built together, you can save precious desktop space with an all-in-one. They make capable work computers and they can also be excellent home computers with the wide range of features appealing to the whole family.
- Yoga 27 AiO, Core Ultra 5 125H/16GB RAM/512GB SSD/27-inch 1440p touch display, $929.99 (24% off on Lenovo)
- HP OmniStudio X AiO, Core Ultra 7 256V/16GB RAM/1TB SSD/31.5-inch 4K display, $1,449.99 (12% off on HP)
- Dell 24 AiO, Core 5-1334U/16GB RAM/1TB SSD/24-inch 1080p display, $799.99 (16% off on Dell)
- iMac M4, M4/16GB RAM/512GB SSD/24-inch 5K display, $1,522.36 (10% off on Amazon)
My top picks:
The Yoga 27 AiO for $300 off on Lenovo’s site is a powerful all-in-one. Desktops from Lenovo are renowned for their reliability and this all-in-one gives you some premium features on top of it all. It comes with a latest-gen Core Ultra 5 CPU and a crisp 1440p touch display to sweeten the deal.
Alternatively, the HP OmniStudio X AiO for $200 off on HP’s website is a worth splurge. Thanks to the stunning 31.5-inch 4K display, this flagship all-in-one from HP provides solid performance features and immediately upgrades any desk space.
Computer deals FAQ
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What are good websites to find computer deals?
There are a ton of sites that sell computers, and scouring through all of them would take you a lot of time—that’s why we do it for you here and highlight the best deals we find. However, to save you some time and frustration, you need to be smart about where you look at any given time of the year.
If you’re looking for a new computer during the holidays or around popular sale periods such as Black Friday or back-to-school, then you are likely to find great deals directly through first party vendor websites. These include the retail storefronts of popular computer manufacturers such as HP, Dell, and Lenovo.
However, if you are looking in between sales periods, it’s generally a good idea to search through large third-party retailers such as Amazon, Adorama, Walmart, BestBuy, and Newegg. Oftentimes these websites will offer limited Deals of the Day type sales in hopes of getting rid of excess stock. On the upside, you can score still-decent PCs at a steep discount.
2.
When’s the best time to shop for a PC computer?
Typically you’ll want to time your PC computer shopping around a prominent sales period. The biggest sales periods are Black Friday/Cyber Monday in late November and Amazon Prime Day in early-to-mid July. The best sales often occur leading up to and during these two events and they are great times to snag a new PC computer for cheap. Other holiday shopping periods such as the New Year sales in January, President’s Day sales in April, and the back-to-school sales event in August are also good times to find discounts on computers.
3.
What type of desktop should I get?
You’ll see a ton of options when searching for a desktop computer, but they all mainly fit into four main categories: productivity tower PCs, gaming PCs, mini PCS, and all-in-ones (AiO). Which you should end up buying is entirely dependent upon what your needs are and what you want to do with your computer. If you are looking for something that will work in a home office or family room, then a productivity PC or AiO with a solid CPU and lots of RAM and storage is probably the way to go. If gaming is your main concern, a gaming PC can offer a lot more bang for your buck than a laptop and you should focus on getting the best GPU possible. Or if you just want something that can fit anywhere and provide basic computing then a mini PC is a good bet.
4.
What CPU and GPU should I get?
When looking at your new computer’s CPU, get at least an Intel Core i5 or AMD Ryzen 5, both of which will provide plenty of processing power for everyday computing tasks. If you don’t intend to do any PC gaming, then feel free to save some money by going with integrated graphics. However, if you are looking to get your game on, we recommend at least an Nvidia GeForce 3060 or AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT, as these are the least expensive discrete graphics cards that can handle ray tracing well. If you aren’t interested in those cutting-edge lighting effects, however, the RTX 3050 and Radeon RX 6600 also provide good 1080p gaming performance at even lower prices.
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How much memory and storage does my PC need?
As for RAM, we think its best to shoot for 16GB at the minimum for productivity and gaming, but for family computers and internet browsing, 8GB should suffice.
Storage size is dependent upon your personal needs, but it is generally a good idea to opt for an SSD over an standard HDD as they are much faster and don’t significantly affect the price of a desktop. Before deciding, it’s best to consider what your intended use of the computer will be. Are you just doing work or web browsing? Then something like 512GB will be plenty. If you want to load up a lot of large files such as games or content creation projects, then you’ll need at least 1 or 2TB or storage. However, just remember that even if your computer doesn’t have enough storage built-in you can always upgrade your SSD or go with an external drive to increase your available storage options.
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Is it a good idea to buy a refurbished computer?
Refurbished computers are used machines that have been repaired, upgraded, and cleaned for the purpose of reselling. They’re usually open-box returns, overstock, or models with minor cosmetic damage (scratches, scuffs, etc). Refurbished computers can be a bargain hunter’s dream as they’re likely still in good (or great) condition and you can save a lot of money. That being said, refurbished computers can have their downsides as well. In addition to cosmetic blemishes, some of the internal components might be a little older or outdated and they might not be in peak condition due to previous usage.
If you do consider buying a refurbished computer I recommend looking at eBay as they offer a one-year warranty. You can also check out manufacturer’s retail storefronts like Dell’s Outlet Store and Apple’s Refurbished Store—just be sure to look at the terms of warranty offered before purchasing.
Author: Sam Singleton, Assistant Editor, PCWorld
Sam Singleton is PCWorld’s VPN beat reporter and jack of all trades. When he’s not on the hunt for the best computer deals he’s covering VPNs, productivity software, laptops, and a wide gamut of consumer-grade hardware and software.
