The Best Desktop Deals for November 2022

Even though slim laptops get most of the shopping attention, discerning users know that for major power and storage, a desktop is still the way to go. For those of us who have the freedom to use whatever machine we want for our daily work, or if you don’t need a portable device for your home computing, a desktop can max out your experience for a comparatively small price.

When it comes to desktops, many are no longer the massive plastic brick towers of yesteryear. Oftentimes they sit snugly on a bookshelf or even in a drawer if you’ve got enough airflow to keep it cool. Whether you tuck it away or sit it next to your monitor, these devices offer a flexibility that’s hard to equal with a laptop.

Want to swap out an 8TB solid-state drive for your old creaky HDD? Go for it! Add in some more RAM or additional cooling to keep your processor flying along? Plug it in. Want a wall of monitors, be they curved, vertical, or extra-wide? Still need that CD burner drive? Add away. All of these are much easier options to trick out on a desktop device.

If your desktop upgrades include a high-powered graphics processor, remember that the best way to see those impressive graphics is with a sharp monitor. Max out your brightness and refresh rate for the strongest, sharpest response (and save a few dollars with our roundup of discounted monitors).

Home and Office Desktop Deals

Dell OptiPlex 3000 Micro 12th Generation Intel i5

Think of this tiny OptiPlex as a response to the Mac mini. Dell packed a high-powered PC into a desktop box just about 7 inches square. For most work-from-home tasks, web browsing, and video streaming, the latest 12th Generation Intel i5 processor, 8GB of RAM, and the 256GB hard drive should be enough for most users. Unlike most OptiPlex deals we see, this configuration includes a Wi-Fi card. You can save some extra cash by declining the keyboard or mouse options on the page.

Dell Inspiron 3910 Intel i5 256GB SSD

This Inspiron 3910 series desktop features the 12th Generation Intel Core i5 6-core processor. This is a decent entry-level desktop for those who don’t need much storage space and just want something to do word processing, surf the web, and stream video. This configuration comes with a 256GB SSD and 8GB of RAM, plus it’s pre-loaded with Windows 11 Pro.

Dell Inspiron 27 7710 Intel i7 MX550 Dual Storage AIO Touch Desktop

A sleek All-in-One desktop is a great solution for those with limited desk space. The 27-inch display houses everything you need: A 12th generation Intel Core i7 10-core processor, a 512GB SSD and 1TB HDD dual storage combo, and 16GB of RAM. It also has a built-in pop-up camera for video chatting, five USB ports, and Wi-Fi 6E capability. Keyboard and mouse not included.

Gaming Desktop Deals

Alienware Aurora R14 Ryzen 9 RX 6800 XT

If you’re looking to play video games, Alienware is a game-changer. With an easily upgraded tower, fully customizable RGBs, and optimized airflow, these desktops are made with gamers in mind. Add to that a powerful AMD Ryzen 9 processor and RTX 6800 graphics card, and you’ll be able to keep up with the best of the best. This configuration has 16GB RAM and 512GB SSD, which is ample storage, but you can always add more if you need it.

HP Pavilion Gaming Desktop Intel Core i5 RTX 3060

If you don’t want to build or mod your own gaming CPU, HP’s pre-built machines are a great option. This machine gets you the basics of a gaming rig for under $1,000, including 8GB of RAM, a 256GB SSD, and an Nvidia GeForce RTX 3060 graphics card that if bought separately, could run nearly as much as this whole machine. This is probably best for casual gamers looking for better graphics than you’ll get with your average office-work tower. 

SkyTech Shadow 3.0 Ryzen 5 RTX 3060

Inside this PC is an AMD Ryzen 5 3600 6-core CPU, an Nvidia GeForce RTX 3060 GPU, 16GB of RAM, and a 1TB SSD. SkyTech also provides an 80 Plus Gold Certified 600 Watt power supply with a heatsink and three RGB fans. All of this is encased in a SkyTech Shadow gaming case with tempered glass.

iBuyPower Slate5 MR 281a Ryzen 5 RTX 3060

This iBuyPower PC is easy on the eyes and it’s got power to spare. With an RTX 3060 GPU and 500GB SSD, you’ll be able to play most AAA games and also do some multitasking on the side. This configuration was made with gamers in mind, including side vents for optimal air flow and top access ports so you can keep your cords organized and out of your way. Your purchase includes a gaming keyboard and RGB mouse, which is an excellent value.

Acer Predator Orion 5000 Intel i7 RTX 3080

The Acer Predator Orion 5000 is a powerful machine capable of high-fidelity gaming and multitasking heavier workloads like video and photo editing, plus streaming.The 12th Generation Intel Core i7 processor is a cutting-edge CPU, and coupled with a lightning-quick gen 4 1TB SSD, your programs and games have never loaded up more quickly. As an added bonus, you can customize the lighting to your liking with up to 16.7m different colors. The PredatorSense Pulsar Lightning gives you an even higher degree of creative freedom