How to Choose a Desktop Computer: Top 3 Things to Consider

To say that there are plenty of computer options to choose from is an understatement. In 2020 alone, 275 million computers were shipped from manufacturers to retailers. The variety is dizzying considering you’re not just choosing among manufacturers, but also from the numerous product lines, models, and variations of the brand you end up choosing.

Allow us to filter down the things you need to pay attention to when choosing the right desktop computer. If this is your first time buying a desktop computer, simply focus on these things and you’ll go home with a computer that matches your usage and needs.

This is the temporary data storage a computer needs to simultaneously operate multiple apps. If your RAM’s high enough, your Chrome browser won’t have to keep reloading content each time you click on it, for example. Think of RAM as your physical desktop: you can only multitask on things that fit on top of it. Choose a higher RAM for smoother and faster computing (we recommend at least 8GB).

The three factors above are arguably the most important things to look into, but to further increase your satisfaction, you’ll also want to choose the best options for the following:

• Desktop monitor – This is highly subjective as many are satisfied with the standard 22 to 24-inch screens, but others want bigger, 34-inch monitors or even two or three screens.
• USB ports – Portable USB hubs are handy, but it’s better to have multiple ports on the Motherboard. A lot of computer peripherals now use USB cords. Some examples are keyboards, external hard drives, printers, coolers, and webcams.
• Mouse – Whether you go for a wireless or corded mouse, choose one that fits in your palm perfectly. You’ll be putting your hand and wrist under stress with a mouse that’s too big or too small for your hand.