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Classic towers, sleek all-in-ones, space-saving mini PCs: Today's desktops pack neater designs and more value than ever. See our recent favorites based on our deep-dive reviews, plus all the shopping advice you need.

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Updated  November 18, 2025
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Today's revolutions in mobile computing get all the glory, but the best desktop PCs endure. Whether for high-powered gaming, rendering complex 3D scenes, or crunching data-drenched spreadsheets, the best desktops just do it better. At PCMag, we've tested thousands of desktops since our beginnings in 1982, and our analysts and editors have more than a century of combined experience reviewing and testing desktops. We use standardized methodologies to measure CPU and graphics performance against relevant comparison PCs and assess all models on design, usability, upgradability, connectivity, and more. Our reviews encompass business PCs and workstations, gaming PCs, all-in-ones, and even mini PCs. Our current pick for the best mainstream desktop PC for most people is the Acer Aspire TC-1775-UR11, for its solid budget configuration with modern features and some room for upgrades. That's just a start, though: Below, see more of our constantly updated recommendations and a deep-dive buying guide to everything to factor into your desktop purchase.

Our Top Tested Picks

The Acer Aspire TC
Best Basic Windows Desktop for Most People

Acer Aspire TC-1775-UR11

$499.99 at Newegg
$629.99Save $130.00
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The Dell Precision 3680
Best Mainstream Business Workstation Desktop

Dell Precision 3680

$1,269.00 at Dell
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Apple Mac Mini (M4, 2024)
Best Mac Desktop for Most Buyers

Apple Mac mini (2024, M4 Pro)

$1,399.00 at Apple.com
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The MSI Codex R2 Gaming Desktop
Best Budget Gaming Desktop

MSI Codex R2

$1,049.00 at Walmart
$1,099.00Save $50.00
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The Alienware Aurora (ACT1250)
Best Midrange Gaming Desktop

Alienware Aurora (2025)

$1,549.99 at Dell
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Velocity Micro Raptor Z55a (2025)
Best High-End Gaming Desktop

Velocity Micro Raptor Z55a (2025)

$2,174.00 at Velocity Micro
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Lenovo Yoga AIO 27
Best All-in-One Windows Desktop for Most Buyers

Lenovo Yoga AIO 27-Inch

$1,229.99 at Lenovo
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The Lenovo ThinkCentre M90a Gen 5
Best All-in-One Business Desktop

Lenovo ThinkCentre M90a Gen 5

$1,364.96 at Amazon
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Geekom Mini A6
Best Mini Desktop

Geekom A6 Mini

$423.20 at Amazon
$529.00Save $105.80
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Apple Mac Studio (2025, M4 Max)
Best Compact Business Workstation Desktop

Apple Mac Studio (2025, M4 Max)

$1,999.00 at Best Buy
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Best Cyber Monday Desktop Computer Deals This Week*

*Deals are selected by our commerce team
Deeper Dive: Our Top Tested Picks

EDITORS' NOTE

November 18, 2025: With this update, we added the Alienware Aurora (2025) as our latest Best Midrange Gaming Desktop, replacing the Lenovo Legion Tower 7i Gen 8 (2024). We also swapped in the Lenovo Yoga AIO 27-Inch in place of the HP Envy Move as our Best All-in-One Windows Desktop for Most Buyers. Our remaining picks have been vetted for currency and availability. Since our last update, we reviewed and evaluated nine new desktops for potential inclusion in this roundup and our other desktop roundups. We currently have eight desktops in PC Labs for evaluation, from makers including Asus, Dell, and Lenovo.
 
 
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