Finding out how to choose the best all-in-one PC for your home and not be disappointed in choosing a PC
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From bulky stationary computers with a system unit under the table and a pile of wires, many have abandoned in favor of tablets and laptops. But compactness plays a cruel joke when you want to work hard. The screen is small, the keyboard is uncomfortable. But there is a way out — to buy the best monoblock.
A 2 in 1 device that combines good display and performance. Engineers rammed the screen and stuffing into the case. A mouse, keyboard, speakers and USB devices are connected directly to it.
We tell you how to choose and how much the best all-in-ones for the home cost in 2022.
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Rating of the top 10 best monoblocks for home according to KP
1. Apple iMac
Apple iMac. Photo: Apple
Pioneers in the global monoblock market. No matter how people feel about American devices, they continue to be in the top. In 2022, you can easily take the three-year-old version and freely enjoy the performance for a few more years. Apple updates its devices a little once a year, so when you go shopping, pay attention to the release year.
There is a more economical version with a screen of 21.5 inches. There is a PRO version — with a powerful stuffing for video production. You decide. The run-up can reach 100 thousand rubles between models.
Main characteristics
Screen
5120×2880
CPU
i5-7500 to i7-7700K
RAM
8 GB
HDD
256 GB — 1 TB
video card
Intel Iris Plus Graphics 640 to Radeon Pro 560X
Pros and cons
Stunning screen, build quality, performance
Marky screen, price
2. ASUS Zen AiO Z272SD
ASUS Zen AiO Z272SD. Photo: ASUS
A premium model that set out to compete with the “apple” company. First of all, the build quality attracts attention. Note that it is top notch. An interesting solution that was rarely seen in monoblocks before: all the ports for the outlet, the Internet and USB are placed in the stand on which the device rests. In other models, everything is stuck into the screen. It is hard to say how justified such a move of the designers of the Zen line is. Maybe this is convenient. A rarity for monoblocks: there is a DVD drive. However, few people need it in 2022. But the know-how is wireless charging. Yes, a charger is built into the local stand. So if your smartphone supports it, it will be a nice bonus.
Main characteristics
Screen
3840×2160
CPU
i5-8400, i5-8400T, i7-8700T
RAM
8, 12 or 16 GB
HDD
1–2TB or 256GB SSD
video card
GTX 1050
Pros and cons
Screen, characteristics, charging for a smartphone
Price, camera at the bottom of the screen
3. DELL OptiPlex 7770
DELL OptiPlex 7770. Photo: DELL
Another American corporation that has been practically invisible in Russia for the last couple of years. In stores, one could find single devices that were purchased rather by fans of the company. We advise you to take a closer look at the new device. Although DELL is trying to position it as a business solution, the all-in-one PC can rightly be considered one of the best PCs for the home. There are many variations of the device. First of all, it’s a processor, from the humble i3 to the monstrous i9. You can take a version with a cool graphics card and full RAM. Then graphic editors will “fly” and video production will go well.
Main characteristics
Screen
1920×1080 or 4K
CPU
i3-9100 to i9-9900
RAM
4–32 GB
video card
Intel HD Graphics 630 or GeForce GTX 1050
HDD
500 GB — 2 TB, or SSD from 128 GB to 2 TB
Pros and cons
Fast, high screen resolution
With a large load, the cooling system makes noise, the height is not adjustable
4. ASUS Vivo AIO V241IC
ASUS Vivo AiO V241IC. Photo: ASUS
Another leader in computing technology in 2022 took a place in the list of the best all-in-ones for the home. In this development, the company focuses on the average consumer. Elegant body and high-quality audio system. The development received several awards at digital exhibitions. This is not a system for professional tasks and powerful games. You can conquer virtual worlds only on the minimum requirements. Device for home or office. Objectively speaking, the monoblock is available in such configurations that the browser starts to freeze after ten open tabs. If you need not only a typewriter, but you like to hang out in social networks and watch movies, it makes sense to buy more RAM.
Main characteristics
Screen
1920×1080
CPU
i3-6006U or 8130U, Intel Core i5-8250U
RAM
4 GB
HDD
500 GB — 1 TB
video card
Intel UHD Graphics 620 or GeForce 930MX
Pros and cons
Design, sound, price
Equipped with a slow hard drive. For speed, you will have to replace it with an SSD, which will increase the price.
5. HP 20-c401ur
HP 20-c401ur. Photo: HP
This monoblock in 2022 does an excellent job with office applications and has a medium diagonal. Not bulky, but rather compact, but still larger than laptops.
Reading, watching movies, working with the browser. For other purposes, it will not fit categorically. Its content is simply not designed for it. For people who love design solutions, you should look at the candy bar live. The device refers to space and futurism.
Main characteristics
Screen
1920×1080
CPU
Celeron J4005
RAM
4 GB
HDD
500 GB
video card
Intel HD Graphics 500 or 600
Pros and cons
Size, price
The design may seem too cosmic to some
6.Lenovo IdeaCentre AIO A340-24
Lenovo IdeaCentre AIO A340-24. Photo: Lenovo
In the ranking of the best all-in-ones for the home, Lenovo is a handsome man. The Chinese company, which started from the ultra-democratic segment of technology, has learned how to do it beautifully and with high quality. Just look at this elegant stand! This monoblock can not boast of outstanding performance. At the same time, there are many variations of its filling. Let’s just say: from very leisurely to acceptable for comfortable work of a monoblock at home and in the office.
It makes sense to invest in a more expensive package, otherwise it will slow down
7. HP 200 G3
HP 200 G3. Photo: HP
Another “Hewlett-Packard” in the list of the best candy bars for the home. This model is now one of the most popular on the market. Unlike its snow-white counterpart, it has a more modest design and slightly stronger characteristics. Although there is also a version with a light body. In the reviews, users note nice bonuses: the webcam can be hidden in the case, stable design and the ability to upgrade. The monoblock is easily disassembled, and for those who understand at least a little about the PC device, it will not be a problem to “throw” the RAM bar or replace the hard drive.
Main characteristics
Screen
1920×1080
CPU
i3-8130U, i5-8250U, Pentium Silver J5005
RAM
4, 8 or 16 GB
HDD
1000 GB or 128 GB SSD
video card
Intel HD Graphics 620, Intel UHD Graphics 605 or 620
Pros and cons
Works great for office and home tasks
Cheap keyboard and mouse included
8.Lenovo V530-22
Lenovo V530-22. Photo: Lenovo
Again the representative of the Chinese brand. According to online price aggregators, this monoblock for the home is in great demand among buyers. Although the company has previously positioned it as an office option, stuffing the machine with data protection tools that you probably won’t even find if you use the system at home. The monoblock is available in white and black. There are also premium versions with a powerful processor and other “chips”. But for the home, the basic configuration is enough.
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Main characteristics
Screen
1920×1080
CPU
A9-9400, i3-8100(T), i5-8400T-9400T or i7
RAM
4, 8 or 16 GB
HDD
500‑1000 GB or 256 GB SSD
video card
Intel (U)HD Graphics 630
Pros and cons
Cable holder, so as not to clutter up the desktop, it is convenient to adjust the angle of inclination
A camera stuck on top is a dubious design decision
9. Acer Aspire C24-865
Acer Aspire C24-865. Photo: Acer
It will completely pull old or not very demanding games. And you don’t have to worry about working with documents or surfing the Internet. The monoblock has a slightly angular design, but this cannot be considered a definite minus — the taste and color, as they say. Shown only in silver.
Main characteristics
Screen
1920×1080
CPU
i3-8130U, i5-8250U-8400T
RAM
4 or 8 GB
HDD
500‑1000 GB or 256 GB SSD
video card
Intel (U)HD Graphics 630
Pros and cons
Slim screen and borderless display, quiet, detachable webcam
Judging by the reviews, some users are having problems with excessive CPU usage, which causes the system to freeze.
10. Irbis MB2380
Irbis MB2380. Photo: Irbis
This budget model closes our top of the best monoblocks for the home. The brand makes inexpensive gadgets and does not pretend to be more. Please note that this monoblock is suitable for the home. In 2022, it has modest specifications. You can work in text editors, watch TV shows, play solitaire or play tanks on the minimum graphics settings. Wanting more is not worth it — the brakes will immediately go.
Main characteristics
Screen
1920×1080
CPU
Celeron-N3350
RAM
4 GB
HDD
500 GB
video card
Intel HD Graphics 500
Pros and cons
Price
Not suitable for multitasking, power button issues reported
How to choose a monoblock for home
We asked for advice from the technical director of Life IT, a specialist in the field of computer equipment, networks and software Sergei Shchetinin.
Why buy a monoblock
Many people want to optimize their personal space, both at home and at work. Therefore, the popularity of monoblocks is increasing every year: the maximum screen size for convenience with the minimum space occupied. Monoblocks are convenient everywhere — at home, at work, in public places, only their maintenance and repair are much more expensive than conventional computers.
The most popular, but not the most reliable
Sergey notes that in 2022 the largest lineup of monoblocks is presented by Lenovo. Among the best models for home and office are devices with stuffing from Intel. AMD’s main competitor can be inferior not only in price, but also in quality.
- For all their availability, they are quite reliable — if it were not for the use of technologies to deliberately reduce the life of the device, they would not have had a price. If the budget is very modest, you can also take AMD — the device will serve its warranty period. Platforms based on Intel chips also have not only advantages, but also disadvantages — an artificially low service life.
Is it possible to fix a monoblock
The most maintainable monoblock boards for the home are Asus, Acer and iRu.
- The reliability margin for monoblocks from these manufacturers is not so large, but repair and maintenance costs the consumer 1,000 — 5,000 rubles. Given that iRu is a domestic manufacturer, I recommend monoblocks from this company from the budget options — they have been on the market for about 20 years and have always tried to keep a price-quality balance.
The best all-in-ones for home and beyond
The expert names Apple and Dell as the best in terms of reliability among all-in-ones for the home in 2022.
— Two American giants have long been competitors among manufacturers of portable equipment. If Apple technology speaks for itself, then not everyone knows about Dell — this is the manufacturer of the most reliable budget-level equipment. Compared to their main opponent, they have successfully occupied their niche, although they are also at their best in the business segment, and for a long time.
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In any case, the choice is yours. Check out our ranking of the best all-in-ones for the home — and happy shopping!