Find Your OS
The OS is an important bridge that manages the hardware and software resources of a laptop, and is responsible for providing a rich user experience. We have classified the OS options into Entry Level, Mainstream, and Premium categories.
Find Your Type
- The classic tower design Desktop PC offers users a capable computer ideal for daily use at home or at work.
- With a range of operating systems, processors, and memory options, Tower PCs serve multiple needs.
- These PCs are available across a wide range of price points.
- Offering a compact design that eliminates the traditional CPU unit, All-in-One PCs are powerful, functional and space-saving alternatives to classic desktops.
- The latest All-in-One PCs integrate touchscreen functionality and wider screens to further enhance the user experience.
- Primarily focused on performance and graphics, these powerful PCs are capable of breezing through even the most demanding games.
- Gaming PCs integrate premium cooling technologies and are housed in a stylish gaming aesthetic to best serve gaming needs.
Key Usages: Movies, Music, Internet and Email
Recommended OS: Windows
Windows seamlessly supports third-party programs and games, and is the most popular OS in the world.
Key Usages: Office Use, Student Use, Basic Gaming and Multitasking
Recommended OS: Windows/macOS/Linux
Windows seamlessly supports third-party programs and games, and is the most popular OS in the world. macOS is popular among artists, editors, designers, and animators. Linux, an open-source OS, is popularly chosen by coders and IT professionals.
Key Usages: High-end Gaming, 4K Video Editing and 3D Animation
Recommended OS: Windows/macOS
Windows seamlessly supports third-party programs and games, and is the most popular OS in the world. macOS is popular among artists, editors, designers, and animators.
Performance
When choosing a desktop, there are 4 essential factors to consider in terms of performance.
Processor
Processor selection largely depends on the kind of applications you wish to run and your general usage pattern. We have classified processors into Entry-Level, Mainstream and Premium categories.
Intel Processors
Core i3 (Up to 9th Gen)
Core i5 (Up to 9th Gen)
AMD Processors
A9
Ryzen 3
Ryzen 3 Pro
Intel Processors
Core i3 (9th Gen+)
Core i5 (9th Gen+)
AMD Processors
Ryzen 5
Ryzen 5 Pro
Apple Processors
M1
Intel Processors
Core i7
Core i9
Xeon
AMD Processors
Ryzen 7
Ryzen 9
Ryzen Threadripper
Apple Processors
M1
The generation of the processor makes a big difference. For example, a 10th Gen Core i5 processor will perform better and has faster processing speed than a 9th Gen Core i5 processor.
RAM
The RAM configuration defines how lag-free your usage experience will be, especially when dealing with multiple applications simultaneously. A higher RAM configuration corresponds to smoother performance.
Entry Level
Key Usages: Movies, Music, Internet and Email
Recommended Capacity: 4-8GB
Ideal Type: DDR4
Mainstream
Key Usages: Office Use, Student Use, Basic Gaming and Multitasking
Recommended Capacity: 8-16 GB
Ideal Type: DDR4
Premium
Key Usages: High-end Gaming, 4K Video Editing and 3D Animation
Recommended Capacity: 16-32GB
Ideal Type: DDR4, DDR5
Graphics
The graphics processor plays an important role when your usage is dependent on visual performance. A dedicated graphics processor ensures high-quality graphics performance and is a must-buy for professionals using graphics-intensive applications.
Key Usages: Movies, Music, Internet and Email
Suggested Models: Intel HD/Intel UHD/AMD Radeon Vega/AMD Radeon HD
Recommended Type: Integrated
Video Memory: Shared with system RAM
Key Usages: Office Use, Student Use, Basic Gaming and Multitasking
Suggested Models: NVIDIA GTX 900 Series/GTX 700 Series/GTX 600 Series/GTX 500 Series, AMD RX 500 Series/RX 400 Series/Radeon R7/R9/HD 7000 Series
Recommended OS: Dedicated/Discrete
Video Memory: Up to 4GB GDDR5
Key Usages: High-end Gaming, 4K Video Editing and 3D Animation
Suggested Models: NVIDIA RTX 30 Series/Titan Series/RTX 20 Series/GTX 16 Series/GTX 10 Series, AMD Radeon VII/RX 5000 Series/RX Vega Series/R9 Series
Recommended OS: Dedicated/Discrete
Video Memory: Up to 24GB GDDR5/GDDR6
Storage
Choosing the right storage configuration for your laptop largely depends on your storage requirements. Here’s a quick guide to understanding the various storage configurations and how much content they can store.
Key Usages: Movies, Music, Internet and Email
Recommended Capacity: Up to 500GB
Ideal Type: HDD
Content Capacity: Up to 10,000 DSLR Images, 10,000 High-quality Songs and 100 Hours of HD Video Content
Key Usages: Office Use, Student Use, Basic Gaming and Multitasking
Recommended Capacity: 500GB to 1TB
Ideal Type: HDD/SSD
Content Capacity: Up to 20,000 DSLR Images, 10,000 High-quality Songs and 300 Hours of HD Video Content
Key Usages: High-end Gaming, 4K Video Editing and 3D Animation
Suggested Size: 21-32 Inches
Recommended OS: IPS LED with Higher Refresh Rate
Suggested Resolution: QHD (2K), 4K, Super Retina
Find Your Display
The display size and resolution are important parameters to consider, when choosing a desktop monitor.
Key Usages: Movies, Music, Internet and Email
Suggested Size: 18-22 Inches
Recommended Type: LCD/LED
Suggested Resolution: HD, Full HD
Key Usages: Office Use, Student Use, Basic Gaming and Multitasking
Suggested Size: 20-24 Inches
Recommended Type: LED
Suggested Resolution: Full HD, QHD (2K), Retina
Key Usages: High-end Gaming, 4K Video Editing and 3D Animation
Suggested Size: 21-32 Inches
Recommended Type: IPS LED with Higher Refresh Rate
Suggested Resolution: QHD (2K), 4K, Super Retina
Accessories
The world of desktop accessories is quite vast and can be confusing for many consumers. So, let’s look at accessories that matter when choosing a desktop PC.
Keyboard
A well-chosen keyboard goes a long way in facilitating and improving comfortable long-term usage. There are also various wireless options (via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) that make your computer interactions easier.
Mouse
For serious gamers, choosing a mouse with programmable buttons adds more functionality. The latest designs include innovative features like Touch Gesture Control and LED Lighting.
Optional Accessories
Cooling Accessories
For intensive PC users, heavy gamers or professional video editors, the PC's in-built cooling system may not be sufficient. So, devices such as CPU fans, heatsinks and external cooling systems facilitate better cooling and smoother operation.
Memory Upgrades
Desktop memory can be upgraded adding RAM Drives, Solid-State Drives (SSDs) and Hard Disk Drives (HDDs). Upgrading the RAM increases the computer's operational speed and multitasking capabilities.
Software and Antivirus
To protect against malware, adware and viruses, antivirus software are essential for your desktop. Productivity-boosting software like Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) can also be useful.
