Best New Desktop Computers 2012

So you're looking for a nice desktop computer but you don't want to spend an arm leg. What brand should you choose? Should you go with a PC or a Mac? Below is our list of the best desktop computers for 2012. In this hub we'll also review our two favorites for the year.

Why we encourage our customers to buy their desktop computers at Amazon:

Amazon brings together wholesalers from around the country to compete for prices. This increased competition allows them to pass the absolute best prices on to their customers. When shopping on Amazon make sure to not only check the Amazon price, but their wholesalers price as well for the best overall value. Lots of Competition plus free shipping is a win-win for consumers everywhere.

Our choice of best pc desktop of 2012 is the inexpensive, compact, and durable Acer AspireRevo AR3700-U3002 Slim and Compact Desktop. We like the AspireRevo because it can function as a fully capable computer media box and we like the idea of having all the features of a streaming player like APPLETV, or the Roku, alongside all the features you normally get with a computer. You can hook it directly into your TV for a FULL HD experience, or pack it with you wherever you go. Oh yeah, did we mention it weighs 1.45 pounds?

From the Manufacturer:

Product Features

• Introducing the newly designed AspireRevo AR3700, a revolutionary slim and compact PC that provides full HD multimedia entertainment as well as everyday productivity.
• The AspireRevo is a space-saving PC that was designed to perform as an ideal entertainment solution
• The Intel Atom D525 Processor sports two cores and provides additional system responsiveness, as well as an enhnaced online experience like you've never seen before!
• Whether you're into the Internet or doing basic computing, the Acer AspireRevo keeps you in touch all day via built-in 802.11b/g/n wireless and Gigabit Ethernet connectivity.
• Windows 7 Home Premium delivers a premium multimedia entertainment experience and with Office Starter 2010, experience new ways to deliver your best work!

Technical Details:

• Hardware Platform: PC
• Processor: 1.8 GHz Intel Atom
• RAM: 2 GB
• Memory Slots: 2

• Hard Drive: 250 GB 5400 rpm

• USB Ports: 6

What consumers are saying on Amazon about the Acer AspireRevo AR3700-U3002 desktop computer:

"I had no trouble installing our Samsung USB DVD player. Just plugged it in and it was immediately recognized. Likewise, pointing to my HP 2605 networked color laser printer - found and configured automatically."

"Setting up the Wireless connection was simple. The wireless keyboard and mouse have a comfortably tactical feel and are both very responsive. Incredibly, I'm able to control the mouse on the side of my leg while sitting comfortably on the couch. The HDMI and power cables are the only wires extending from the sleek, router sized computer."

"With right codecs installed and GPU acceleration turned on for media players like VLC this thing can run 1080p movies or shows as smooth as butter. Install the latest version of flash (version 10.1 or square) and 1080p youtube videos run perfect."

Our choice for the Best Mac Desktop 2012 is also the bestselling, and top rated desktop on Amazon, the Apple iMac MC508LL/A 21.5-Inch Desktop computer.

For $1100 this mac desktop includes a ATI Radeon HD4670 graphics card, 500 GB Hard Drive, 4 GB of DDR3 SDRAM, DVD SuperDrive, Mac OS X v10.6 Snow Leopard, and a stunning 21.5" LED-backlit Display with 16:9 aspect ratio (1920x1080 HD).

What consumers are saying on Amazon about the iMac MC508LL/A:

"Just pull it out of the box and plug it in. There is no manual to read, no software to load. Truly instinctual and no computer knowledge needed."

"I would like to say, for my first mac ever, I am extremely happy. Not only was shipping super fast.......next day delivery, but this Mac is everything I expected and more. I am a photographer and I can say that all of the programs I use run so much faster and smoother!!! I love everything about this imac. I don't think I will ever go back to a pc. I highly recommend this imac."

"This is the best computer I ever owned and have ever seen. It comes with everything. You get a built in camera with microphone for web chatting. "

In the end, the best desktop computer for you is one that meets your needs. If you are into gaming computers, then my suggestion would be for you to build your own gaming pc so that you can get the exact specifications and parts that you want out of it. If your needs are simple, then the Acer AspireRevo fits the bill.

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