Best Desktop Deals for February 2025: Alienware, Lenovo, HP, and More
PCMag has been testing and reviewing desktop computers since 1982, and our team collectively represents over a century of experience in that field. PC Labs was established not long after, in 1984, and with it came the standardization of our testing. and compare them to others with price, features, design, and performance in mind. We evaluate performance with a suite of benchmark tests as well as real-world applications and gaming so that we can highlight the strengths and weaknesses of each system, and also how well-suited they might be for your needs.
Though the portability of a laptop is enticing, you can't beat the value of a desktop computer. If you're reading this, then you probably agree. For those who are more hands on, a desktop is endlessly customizable, allowing you to swap out parts as your needs change, add more storage, or even install fancy RGB lighting. New models were announced at CES last month, so we have our eyes on price drops for 2024 models. Here are the best deals we've found on desktops for gaming, productivity, and everything in between.
Our current best value pick is the 24-inch Dell All-in-One, which will handle basic computing like web surfing and email drafting—plus it includes everything you need to get started. Our best overall recommendation is the Dell XPS 8960, which can work and play thanks to powerful components.
The HP Envy TE01 is a comfortably-priced system powered by a recent-model 14th Gen Intel Core i7 processor. This desktop will handle various tasks from web browsing to document processing and can even handle gaming as well, thanks to an RTX 4060 GPU. A similar, older configuration received an "Excellent" rating from our expert, who called it a "proficient everyday PC, offering excellent productivity." A wired keyboard and mouse combo are included, further increasing the value of this purchase. All you need is a monitor—which is more than covered by the $480 you save.
This Inspiron 3030 is a no-frills tower that will fit easily into your workspace. It includes a host of useful ports, including HDMI 1.4, DisplayPort 1.4, and an array of USB on back and front. This tower is geared toward productivity tasks like web browsing, email, and document editing, though there are also options for an RTX 3050 or RTX 4060 graphics card for those who want to do more. This configuration comes with a Dell Multimedia Keyboard (KB216) and a Dell Optical Mouse (MS116), meaning all you'll need is to get started. For the price, you're getting a reliable daily-use configuration and saving $150 while you're at it.
HP Envy TE01 Intel i7 RTX 4060 512GB SSD 16GB RAM Desktop for $929.99 (List Price $1,379.99)
Dell Inspiron 3030 Intel i7 14th Gen 512GB SSD Desktop for $749.99 (List Price $899.99)
HP Pavilion TP01 Intel i7 Dual Storage 16GB RAM Desktop for $699.99 (List Price $999.99)
Dell XPS 8960 Intel i9 RTX 4060 Ti 1TB SSD Desktop for $1,699.99 (List Price $1,949.99)
Dell Inspiron 24 5430 Intel 7 MX570A 1TB Touch AIO Desktop for $949.99 (List Price $1,199.99)
Lenovo IdeaCentre Intel i5 512GB SSD 27" AIO Touch Desktop for $649.99 (List Price $859.99)
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The best midrange currently on sale is the MSI Pro DP180, which boasts an RTX 4060 and a huge 2TB SSD. Those in need of a powerhouse gaming rig should look at the Lenovo Legion Tower with a 14th Gen Intel i9 CPU and an RTX 4070 Ti graphics card, which will future-proof their gaming.
This iBuypower Trace 7 gaming desktop can run most modern-day titles at medium to high settings. Plentiful RGB lighting and an included wired mouse and keyboard (pictured) ensure this desktop looks as good as it operates. Those aiming to do video editing and other resource-intensive tasks should purchase more RAM, but 16GB is a good baseline. For the money, this midrange tower will easily handle all but the most demanding titles in your library. We think this is a very good mix of power and pricing, and you can check out our buying guide at the bottom of our article for more information.
Don't be fooled by the 's dimensions: Within this petite package lies the gaming chops to do a serviceable job running modern titles without breaking the bank. The 14th Gen Intel i5 processor is speedy and with 16GB of RAM, you can multitask without missing a step. The RTX 4060 graphics card can game in 1080p resolutions and greater, provided the game isn't too demanding. Our expert gave a similar configuration the Editors' Choice Award as 'an award-winning rig for mainstream PC gamers,' thanks to its quiet cooling fans and industry standard parts, which lead to easy upgrading later down the line.
iBUYPOWER TraceMesh Ryzen 7 RTX 4060 1TB SSD Desktop for $999.99 (List Price $1,299.99)
MSI Codex Z2 Ryzen 5 RTX 4060 Ti 1TB SSD 16GB RAM Desktop for $1,199.99
Alienware Aurora R16 Intel i7 RTX 4070 Super 2TB Desktop for $1,999.99 (List Price $2,209.99)
MSI Aegis Z2 Ryzen 7 RTX 4070 1TB SSD 32GB RAM Desktop for $1,399.99 (List Price $1,549.99)
MSI Pro DP180 Intel i5 RTX 4060 2TB SSD Desktop for $899.99 (List Price $1,199.99)
Lenovo Legion Tower 7i Intel i9 RTX 4080 Super 1TB Desktop for $2,379.99 (List Price $3,149.99)
Asus ROG Strix G16CHR Intel i7 RTX 4080 1TB SSD Desktop for $2,799.99
HP Omen 35L Intel i5 RTX 4060 512GB SSD 16GB RAM Desktop for $1,099.99 (List Price $1,399.99)
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