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Choosing the Right Desktop PC and Monitor for Your Needs

In today's digital age, selecting the appropriate desktop PC and monitor is crucial for both productivity and entertainment. With a plethora of options available, understanding the key features and specifications can help you make an informed decision tailored to your requirements.

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PCs | T1A HP EliteDesk 800 G4 Refurbished Intel® Core™ i5 i58500T 8 GB
SKU: 345627D-HPED800G4-MU-T001

T1A HP EliteDesk 800 G4 Refurbished Intel® Core™ i5 i5-8500T 8 GB DDR4-SDRAM 256 GB SSD Windows 10 Pro MFF PC Black, Silver

  • You benefit from a refurbished premium product at an attractive price
  • Each product is backed by three ISO Certifications: 9001, 14001,27001 for Quality Management, Environmental Management, and Security Management
  • Each unit comes with a pre-installed genuine Microsoft Windows 10, ensuring you a reliable operating system on your refurbished device
  • Customer Satisfaction Guarantee. If the product does not live up to the description and your expectations as an end-user, then you have the opportunity to return the product
  • A GDPR compliant data erased product

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PCs | Acer Veriton X (VX2715G) Intel Core i513500, 16GB, 512GB SSD, Windows
AcerPCs
SKU: 382277DT.R0QEK.008

Acer Veriton X (VX2715G) Intel Core i5-13500, 16GB, 512GB SSD, Windows 11 Pro Desktop

  • Windows 11 Pro
  • Intel Core i5-13500 (24MB Cache)
  • 16GB (2400MHz) DDR5-SDRAM & 512GB SSD

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PCs | Acer Veriton VS2710G I513400 8GB/512GB W11P, 2.5 GHz, Intel® Core™ i5,
AcerPCs
SKU: 382276DT.VY4EK.006

Acer Veriton VS2710G I5-13400 8GB/512GB W11P, 2.5 GHz, Intel® Core™ i5, i5-13400, 8 GB, 512 GB, Windows 11 Pro

  • Acer
  • DT.VY4EK.006
  • 04711121848841
  • PCs

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PCs | Acer Predator Orion 3000 gaming desktop (PO3655)  Intel Core i514400F,
AcerPCs
SKU: 385923DG.E45EK.001

Acer Predator Orion 3000 gaming desktop (PO3-655) - Intel Core i5-14400F, Nvidia RTX 4060, 16GB, 1TB SSD

  • Windows 11 Home 64-bit
  • Intel Core i5-14400F (20MB Cache)
  • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 (8GB GDDR6)
  • 16GB DDR5-SDRAM & 1000GB SSD
  • Intel Core i5-14400F CPU

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PCs | SHARP/NEC 100016174 | Quzo UK
NecPCs
SKU: 381902100016174

SHARP/NEC 100016174

  • High performance - power and efficiency at your fingertips with 2 Performance and 8 Efficient cores
  • Smart - a solid foundation for cutting-edge AI applications
  • Soundless - silent operation for a distraction-free environment
  • Modular - simplifies installation and maintenance
  • Compatibility - seamless integration with your existing Sharp/NEC Large Format Displays supporting SDM slot

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PCs | ASUS ExpertCenter D500SER514400009W Intel® Core™ i5 i514400 8 GB
AsusPCs
SKU: 392785D500SER-514400009W

ASUS ExpertCenter D500SER-514400009W Intel® Core™ i5 i5-14400 8 GB DDR5-SDRAM 512 GB SSD Windows 11 Home SFF PC Black

  • Windows 11 Home 64-bit
  • Intel Core i5-14400 (20MB Cache)
  • 8GB DDR5-SDRAM (1 x 8) & 512GB SSD

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PCs | HP ProDesk 400 G7 DDR4SDRAM i510500 SFF Intel® Core™ i5 8 GB 256 GB
HPPCs
SKU: 284040294G9EA#ABU

HP ProDesk 400 G7 DDR4-SDRAM i5-10500 SFF Intel® Core™ i5 8 GB 256 GB SSD Windows 10 Pro PC Black

  • Windows 10 Pro 64-bit
  • Intel Core i5-10500 (12MB Cache, 3.1GHz)
  • 8GB (2666MHz) DDR4-SDRAM (1 x 8) & 256GB SSD
  • Intel® Core™ i5-10500 (3.1 GHz base frequency, up to 4.5 GHz with Intel® Turbo Boost Technology, 12 MB L3 cache, 6 cores)
  • Windows 10 Pro 64

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PCs | Victus by HP TG021015na Intel® Core™ i5 i513400F 16 GB DDR4SDRAM 512
HPPCs
SKU: 3957389T744EA#ABU

Victus by HP TG02-1015na Intel® Core™ i5 i5-13400F 16 GB DDR4-SDRAM 512 GB SSD NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Windows 11 Home Tower PC Black

  • Intel® Core™ i5-13400F (up to 4.6 GHz with Intel® Turbo Boost Technology, 20 MB L3 cache, 10 cores, 16 threads)
  • Windows 11 Home
  • NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 3050 (8 GB GDDR6 dedicated)
  • 16 GB memory; 512 GB SSD storage

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PCs | ASUS ROG Strix G13CHR G13CHR51440F061W Intel® Core™ i5 i514400F 16 GB
AsusPCs
SKU: 395608G13CHR-51440F061W

ASUS ROG Strix G13CHR G13CHR-51440F061W Intel® Core™ i5 i5-14400F 16 GB DDR5-SDRAM 1 TB SSD NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Windows 11 Home Midi Tower PC Grey

  • Windows 11 Home 64-bit
  • Intel Core i5-14400F (20MB Cache)
  • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 (8GB GDDR6)
  • 16GB DDR5-SDRAM (2 x 8) & 1000GB SSD
  • Power high framerates in the latest games with ease, thanks to the raw horsepower of an Intel® Core™ i5 processor 14400F and an NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 4060 DUAL graphics card

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PCs | OMEN by HP 25L GT152005na Intel® Core™ i5 i514400F 32 GB DDR5SDRAM 1
HPPCs
SKU: 396147A2DH0EA#ABU

OMEN by HP 25L GT15-2005na Intel® Core™ i5 i5-14400F 32 GB DDR5-SDRAM 1 TB SSD NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti Windows 11 Home Tower PC Black

  • Intel® Core™ i5-14400F (up to 4.7 GHz with Intel® Turbo Boost Technology, 20 MB L3 cache, 10 cores, 16 threads)
  • Windows 11 Home
  • NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 4060 Ti (8 GB GDDR6 dedicated)
  • 32 GB memory; 1 TB SSD storage

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PCs | DELL OptiPlex 7020 Intel® Core™ i5 i514500 16 GB DDR5SDRAM 512 GB SSD
DellPCs
SKU: 397549DW6H7-CTO

DELL OptiPlex 7020 Intel® Core™ i5 i5-14500 16 GB DDR5-SDRAM 512 GB SSD Windows 11 Pro SFF PC Black

  • Windows 11 Pro 64-bit
  • Intel Core i5-14500 (24Mo Cache)
  • 16Go DDR5-SDRAM (1 x 16) & 512Go SSD

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PCs | DELL OptiPlex 7020 Intel® Core™ i5 i514500 8 GB DDR5SDRAM 512 GB SSD
DellPCs
SKU: 3977574KCT8-3YR

DELL OptiPlex 7020 Intel® Core™ i5 i5-14500 8 GB DDR5-SDRAM 512 GB SSD Windows 11 Pro SFF PC Black

  • Windows 11 Pro 64-bit
  • Intel Core i5-14500 (24Mo Cache)
  • 8Go DDR5-SDRAM (1 x 8) & 512Go SSD

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PCs | DELL OptiPlex 7020 Intel® Core™ i5 i514500 16 GB DDR5SDRAM 512 GB SSD
DellPCs
SKU: 398820DW6H7-3YR-CTO

DELL OptiPlex 7020 Intel® Core™ i5 i5-14500 16 GB DDR5-SDRAM 512 GB SSD Windows 11 Pro SFF PC Black

  • Windows 11 Pro 64-bit
  • Intel Core i5-14500 (24Mo Cache)
  • 16Go DDR5-SDRAM (1 x 16) & 512Go SSD

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PCs | Acer NITRO 50 gaming desktop (N50650)  Intel Core i513400F, Nvidia RTX
AcerPCs
SKU: 399408DG.E3GEK.01L

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Acer NITRO 50 gaming desktop (N50-650) - Intel Core i5-13400F, Nvidia RTX 3050, 16GB, 512GB SSD

  • Intel Core i5-13400F CPU
  • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 GPU
  • 16GB RAM
  • 512GB SSD
  • Windows 11

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PCs | HP Pro 290 G9 Intel® Core™ i5 i513500 8 GB DDR4SDRAM 256 GB SSD
HPPCs
SKU: 388989623W1ET#ABU-REF-CTO

HP Pro 290 G9 Intel® Core™ i5 i5-13500 8 GB DDR4-SDRAM 256 GB SSD Windows 11 Pro SFF PC Black

  • Intel® Core™ i5-13500 (up to 4.8 GHz with Intel® Turbo Boost Technology, 24 MB L3 cache, 14 cores, 20 threads)
  • Windows 11 Pro
  • Intel® UHD Graphics 770
  • 8 GB memory; 256 GB SSD storage
  • Intel Core™ i5-13500 (up to 4.8 GHz with Intel Turbo Boost Technology, 24 MB L3 cache, 14 cores, 20 threads)

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Understanding Desktop PCs

Desktop PCs are versatile machines designed to handle a wide range of tasks, from basic computing to high-end gaming and professional applications. When choosing a desktop PC, consider the following components:

  • Processor (CPU): The brain of the computer, responsible for executing tasks. Common options include Intel's Core i3, i5, i7, and i9, as well as AMD's Ryzen series. Higher numbers typically indicate better performance.
  • Memory (RAM): Determines how much data your PC can handle simultaneously. For general use, 8GB is sufficient, while 16GB or more is ideal for gaming and professional work.
  • Storage: Solid State Drives (SSDs) offer faster data access compared to traditional Hard Disk Drives (HDDs). A combination of both can provide speed and ample storage space.
  • Graphics Card (GPU): Essential for gaming and graphic-intensive tasks. NVIDIA's GeForce and AMD's Radeon series are popular choices.
  • Operating System: Most desktop PCs come with Windows 11, offering a user-friendly interface and compatibility with a wide range of software.

Types of Desktop PCs

Depending on your needs, you can choose from various types of desktop PCs:

  • All-in-One PCs: Combine the monitor and computer components into a single unit, saving space and reducing cable clutter. Ideal for home and office use.
  • Gaming PCs: Equipped with high-performance components to handle the latest games at high settings. They often feature advanced cooling systems and customizable RGB lighting.
  • Mini PCs: Compact devices that offer basic computing capabilities. Suitable for limited spaces and light tasks such as web browsing and document editing.

Choosing the Right Monitor

A monitor's quality can significantly impact your computing experience. Consider the following factors when selecting a monitor:

  • Screen Size: Common sizes range from 24 to 32 inches. Larger screens provide more workspace, beneficial for multitasking and media consumption.
  • Resolution: Higher resolutions offer sharper images. Full HD (1920x1080) is standard, while Quad HD (2560x1440) and 4K (3840x2160) provide enhanced clarity.
  • Refresh Rate: Measured in Hertz (Hz), it indicates how many times the screen refreshes per second. A higher refresh rate (e.g., 120Hz or 144Hz) results in smoother motion, advantageous for gaming.
  • Response Time: The time it takes for a pixel to change color. Lower response times (measured in milliseconds) reduce motion blur, important for fast-paced gaming.
  • Panel Type:
    • IPS (In-Plane Switching): Offers better color accuracy and wider viewing angles, suitable for professional work and media consumption.
    • TN (Twisted Nematic): Provides faster response times, preferred by competitive gamers.
    • VA (Vertical Alignment): Balances color reproduction and response times, ideal for general use.
  • Connectivity: Ensure the monitor has compatible ports (HDMI, DisplayPort, USB-C) for your PC and other peripherals.

Additional Features to Consider

When selecting a desktop PC and monitor, consider the following additional features:

  • Ergonomics: Adjustable stands allow you to modify the monitor's height, tilt, and swivel, promoting better posture and comfort during extended use.
  • Built-in Speakers and Webcam: Convenient for video conferencing and media playback without the need for external devices.
  • Energy Efficiency: Look for monitors with energy-saving features to reduce power consumption and environmental impact.
  • Warranty and Support: Ensure the products come with a reliable warranty and access to customer support for peace of mind.

Conclusion

Investing in the right desktop PC and monitor can enhance your computing experience, whether for work, gaming, or general use. By understanding the key components and features, you can select products that align with your needs and preferences, ensuring performance and satisfaction.