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.

These are CNET editors’ top picks for best desktop computers, including Macs and Windows PCs, plus advice on what you should look for in your next desktop.

A reliable desktop PC is a necessity for professionals and students alike. They’re not portable like laptops, but desktop computers provide stable performance that you can improve over time by ...

While I couldn’t travel without a laptop, a desktop computer is my main machine when I’m at home, and it’s my preferred way to work—by a long shot. While I’ve been a PC enthusiast since I was seven ...

Amazon’s October Prime Big Deal Days 2025 sales event is almost finished, but there are still tons of great deals on desktop PCs available. This year’s event runs October 7-8 and includes solid ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. If you're in the market for a new desktop computer in 2024, choosing one might seem impossible. For those consumers who aren't sure how much ...

All-in-One PCs have gained a lot of popularity lately. They are slim, look good, have a decent screen, and come with their keyboard and mouse. So, the question arises, are they ready to replace our ...

We tested the best mini computers, thin clients, and NUC boxes to find out which Windows and Apple machines come out top.

What is a desktop computer? A desktop computer is a personal computing device designed to fit on top of a typical office desk. It houses the physical hardware that makes a computer run and connects to ...

Earlier this year, I impulse-bought a tiny, inexpensive desktop PC for research purposes. I didn’t expect it to change my entire computing setup. But here I am now, using the $319 Beelink SER5 Mini PC ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. In many parts of the world, owning a personal computer is practically required in order to operate in society, and it has been for quite a ...