Best desktop PC computer deals for August 2024

Whether you’re looking for a productivity desktop, a gaming PC powerhouse, or a stylish all-in-one Windows machine, we’ve got you covered. The team at PCWorld sort through all of the daily computer sales and put together a curated list of the best deals available. But not all deals are really deals, so we only choose those offered by reputable companies and that include great hardware to ensure you get the best value for your money.

We’ve also included some helpful answers to common questions about buying a computer at the bottom of this article. If you’re considering a laptop instead, be sure to check out our best laptop deals, updated daily.

Note: Tech deals come and go quickly, so it’s possible some of these computer discounts will have expired before this article’s next update.

Best gaming desktop computer deals

  • Legion Tower 5i, Core i7-13700F/RTX 4070/16GB RAM/1TB SSD, $1,469.99 (26% off on Lenovo)
  • iBuyPower TraceMesh, Ryzen 7/RTX 4060/16GB RAM/1TB SSD, $944.99 (27% off on Adorama)
  • HP Omen 40L, Ryzen 5 7600/RTX 4060/16GB RAM/1TB SSD, $1,029.99 (20% off on BestBuy)
  • Alienware Aurora R16, Core i7-14700F/RTX 4070 Ti Super/16GB RAM/1TB SSD, $1,799.99 (14% off on Dell)
  • Legion Tower 7i, Core i9-14900KF/RTX 4080 Super/32GB RAM/1TB SSD, $2,524.99 (19% off on Lenovo)
  • Acer Predator Orion, Core i7-13700F/RTX 4070/16GB RAM/1TB SSD, $1,299.99 (23% off on Newegg)
  • ABS Eurus Aqua, Core i9-14900KF/RTX 4090/32GB RAM/2TB SSD, $2,999.99 (25% off on Newegg)

My top picks:

The Legion Tower 5i deal for $530 off on Lenovo’s website looks to be a steal. You’re not only getting strong midrange features such as a Core i7-13700F and RTX 4070 but also the excellent build quality of a Lenovo Legion rig. Plus, Lenovo throws in a free 3-month Xbox Game Pass to sweeten the deal.

If you’re looking for something that’s even more budget friendly, look no further than the iBuyPower TraceMesh for $350 off on Adorama. Complete with a Ryzen 7 5700 CPU and RTX 4060 GPU you’ll get solid gaming performance for a price that won’t break the bank.

Best mainstream desktop computer deals

  • Idea Centre 3i, Core i7-14700/16GB RAM/1TB SSD, $749.99 (16% off on Lenovo)
  • HP Slim Desktop, Core i5-14400/16GB RAM/512GB SSD, $529.99 (24% off on HP)
  • HP Envy, Core i5-14400/12GB RAM/1TB SSD, $599.99 (25% off on BestBuy)
  • Apple Mac Mini 2023, M2 Pro/16GB RAM/512GB SSD, $1,199.00 (8% off on Amazon)

My top picks:

Lenovo machines are known for their design and reliability and the IdeaCentre line of desktops is no exception. Right now, Lenovo is offering the IdeaCentre 3i for $150 off on its website. Complete with a strong Core i7-14700 CPU and ample 1TB of onboard SSD storage, this would make a fine home office computer or productivity workstation.

If you’re more of a Mac fan, then there is a rare deal on an M2 Mac Mini for $100 off on Amazon. The M2 Pro is still a solid CPU and considering, if rumors are true, the M4 Mac Mini isn’t set to be released until later this year, it’s the perfect time to buy the older version at a discount — you’ll still get a great mini desktop without the exorbitant price of a new-gen Apple product.

Best all-in-one computer deals

All-in-one desktop computers combine a PC’s hardware with a modern display to make a desktop computer that has both form and function. Since everything is built together, you can save precious desktop space with an all-in-one. They make capable work computers and they can also be excellent home computers with the wide range of features appealing to the whole family.

  • HP AiO 27, Core i5-1335U/8GB RAM/512GB SSD/27-inch 1080 touch display, $849.99 (15% off on BestBuy)
  • Yoga AiO 9i, Core i9-13900H/16GB RAM/1TB SSD/31.5-inch 4K display, $1,599.99 (14% off on Lenovo)
  • Asus Zen AiO 24, Ryzen 7 5825U/16GB RAM/512GB SSD/24-inch 1080p touch display, $779.99 (32% off on Amazon)
  • iMac M3 2023, M3/8GB RAM/256GB SSD/24-inch 5K display, $1,151.17 (11% off on Amazon)

My top picks:

Touchscreen fans look no further than the HP AiO 27 deal for $150 on BestBuy. Decent budget performance features plus a large 27-inch 1080p touch display make this a standout all-in-one deal.

Alternatively, Lenovo is offering its big beautiful Yoga AiO 9i for $280 off on its website. The company’s flagship all-in-one packs a gorgeous 31.5-inch 4K display and its powered by a robust Core i9-13900H. Plus, you’ll get the quality and reliability of a Lenovo machine.

Computer deals FAQ

1.

What are good websites to find computer deals?

There are a ton of sites that sell computers, and scouring through all of them would take you a lot of time—that’s why we do it for you here and highlight the best deals we find. However, to save you some time and frustration, you need to be smart about where you look at any given time of the year.

If you’re looking for a new computer during the holidays or around popular sale periods such as Black Friday or back-to-school, then you are likely to find great deals directly through first party vendor websites. These include the retail storefronts of popular computer manufacturers such as HP, Dell, and Lenovo.

However, if you are looking in between sales periods, it’s generally a good idea to search through large third-party retailers such as Amazon, Adorama, Walmart, BestBuy, and Newegg. Oftentimes these websites will offer limited Deals of the Day type sales in hopes of getting rid of excess stock. On the upside, you can score still-decent PCs at a steep discount.

2.

When’s the best time to shop for a PC computer?

Typically you’ll want to time your PC computer shopping around a prominent sales period. The biggest sales periods are Black Friday/Cyber Monday in late November and Amazon Prime Day in early-to-mid July. The best sales often occur leading up to and during these two events and they are great times to snag a new PC computer for cheap. Other holiday shopping periods such as the New Year sales in January, President’s Day sales in April, and the back-to-school sales event in August are also good times to find discounts on computers.

3.

What type of desktop should I get?

You’ll see a ton of options when searching for a desktop computer, but they all mainly fit into four main categories: productivity tower PCs, gaming PCs, mini PCS, and all-in-ones (AiO). Which you should end up buying is entirely dependent upon what your needs are and what you want to do with your computer. If you are looking for something that will work in a home office or family room, then a productivity PC or AiO with a solid CPU and lots of RAM and storage is probably the way to go. If gaming is your main concern, a gaming PC can offer a lot more bang for your buck than a laptop and you should focus on getting the best GPU possible. Or if you just want something that can fit anywhere and provide basic computing then a mini PC is a good bet.

4.

What CPU and GPU should I get?

When looking at your new computer’s CPU, get at least an Intel Core i5 or AMD Ryzen 5, both of which will provide plenty of processing power for everyday computing tasks. If you don’t intend to do any PC gaming, then feel free to save some money by going with integrated graphics. However, if you are looking to get your game on, we recommend at least an Nvidia GeForce 3060 or AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT, as these are the least expensive discrete graphics cards that can handle ray tracing well. If you aren’t interested in those cutting-edge lighting effects, however, the RTX 3050 and Radeon RX 6600 also provide good 1080p gaming performance at even lower prices.

5.

How much memory and storage does my PC need?

As for RAM, we think its best to shoot for 16GB at the minimum for productivity and gaming, but for family computers and internet browsing, 8GB should suffice.

Storage size is dependent upon your personal needs, but it is generally a good idea to opt for an SSD over an standard HDD as they are much faster and don’t significantly affect the price of a desktop. Before deciding, it’s best to consider what your intended use of the computer will be. Are you just doing work or web browsing? Then something like 512GB will be plenty. If you want to load up a lot of large files such as games or content creation projects, then you’ll need at least 1 or 2TB or storage. However, just remember that even if your computer doesn’t have enough storage built-in you can always upgrade your SSD or go with an external drive to increase your available storage options.

6.

Is it a good idea to buy a refurbished computer?

Refurbished computers are used machines that have been repaired, upgraded, and cleaned for the purpose of reselling. They’re usually open-box returns, overstock, or models with minor cosmetic damage (scratches, scuffs, etc). Refurbished computers can be a bargain hunter’s dream as they’re likely still in good (or great) condition and you can save a lot of money. That being said, refurbished computers can have their downsides as well. In addition to cosmetic blemishes, some of the internal components might be a little older or outdated and they might not be in peak condition due to previous usage.

If you do consider buying a refurbished computer I recommend looking at eBay as they offer a one-year warranty. You can also check out manufacturer’s retail storefronts like Dell’s Outlet Store and Apple’s Refurbished Store—just be sure to look at the terms of warranty offered before purchasing.

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