Our tests and buying guides to desktop computers, laptops and monitors will have you not only sounding like you know what you're talking about when you head into the techie shops, but actually walking the walk and talking the talk with the best of the nerd elite. Or close enough to get the job done anyway.
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Desktops and laptops
Our experts help you find the best computer, laptop or monitor to suit your needs.
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Laptop and tablet reviews
We test the latest laptops, 2-in-1s and tablets that can handle all your computing needs while on the go.
Computer monitor reviews
We review computer monitors including models from Acer, HP, LG, Samsung and Dell.
Buying guides
How to buy the best computer monitor
Find the right size, resolution and image quality for your purposes.
How to buy the best desktop computer
Our expert guide to value, performance, speed, capacity and screen size.
How to buy a laptop that suits your needs
Whether you like Windows, Mac, Linux or Chrome OS, family size or ultraportable, there's a suitable notebook computer for everybody.
Articles
Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 2 review
Could this compact computer be your new go-to notebook?
How we test laptops and tablets
How we sort the good from the bad in laptop and tablet computers across a range of families, shapes and sizes.
Microsoft Surface Laptop review
Can the new Windows 10 S operating system make this the safest Windows laptop ever?
How to upgrade a laptop
Upgrading your laptop's hardware can be an affordable way to give your laptop a power boost.
Apple MacBook Pro 14 review
Aided by the M1 Pro chip, this is the fastest notebook we've ever tested.
Acer Enduro Urban N3 review
A durable mid-sized all-rounder laptop that's rugged enough to use outdoors.
Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio review
Classy 2-in-1 addition to the Surface family straddles the gap between laptop and tablet.
Venom BlackBook Zero 15 Phantom (Dark Shadow Edition) review
Aussie laptop maker shows the way with a powerful and upgradeable notebook built for the long term.
Should you build your own computer?
Gamers love to build PCs, but is it worth it for anyone else?
What is Raspberry Pi and what is it used for?
Explore computing and programming with this mini PC that fits in the palm of your hand.
Life hacks: Simple tech habits you should adopt right now
Our experts share their tips on how to use technology to make your life easier.
How to set up a home office
Read our step-by-step guide for getting all the tech together so you can comfortably work from home.
ASUS ZenBook Flip 13 UX363 laptop review
A colourful OLED Full HD touchscreen makes this convertible laptop shine.
Venom BlackBook Zero 14 Phantom laptop review
We find out what makes this speedy computer, and its Aussie maker, so special.
Is this affordable student laptop from ASUS worth it?
The rugged BR1100F laptop from ASUS shows plenty of class.
Acer's acrobatic laptop for creative types
A closer look at the impressive and versatile Acer ConceptD 3 Ezel laptop.
LG Gram 14-inch laptop review
Hands-on with the 14-inch Gram, which marks LG's return to laptops in Australia.
Microsoft Surface Laptop 4 review
We try out the 15-inch AMD-powered fourth-generation Surface Laptop from Microsoft.
Apple M1 MacBook Air review
Hands-on with the latest MacBook Air featuring Apple's new homegrown M1 chip.
Dynabook Portégé X30W-J laptop review
We go hands-on with the latest heir to the long tradition of Toshiba laptops.
Asus Chromebook Flip C436FA review
The new breed of powerful Chromebooks aims to rival Windows laptops.
Microsoft Surface Laptop Go review
Hands-on with the the 12.4-inch Surface Laptop Go, Microsoft's lightest and lowest cost laptop.
Huawei MateBook X Pro 2020 review
Hands-on with Huawei’s stylish premium-quality flagship laptop.
Microsoft Surface Book 3 and Surface Go 2 review
We get hands-on with Microsoft's 2-in-1 laptop and the latest version of its smallest tablet, with keyboard.
Lenovo IdeaPad Duet Chromebook 2-in-1 laptop review
The compact 2-in-1 is a value pick among highly mobile laptops.
Asus VivoBook S15 (S533FA) laptop review
Stylish and colourful, this large-screen, full-HD notebook is ideal for students and home-based workers.
The most reliable laptop brands
See the laptop brands that hold up best over time, as chosen by CHOICE members.
Acer ConceptD 5 Pro laptop review
Hands-on with a professional workstation for on-the-go
Intel NUC 10 Performance Mini PC review
Compact computer with all the right connections
Upstand standing desk review
In these home-working times, is the Upstand standing desk worth the money? Or should just go for a cardboard box instead?
How to recycle your old computer or phone
Time to upgrade your computer, phone or other gadgets? Here's how to dispose of the old stuff.
Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch review
A hands-on look at the big changes in Apple’s flagship laptop.
Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 and Surface Pro 7 review
A hands-on comparison of Microsoft's newest offerings: a 13.5-inch Surface 3 laptop, and a Surface Pro 7 tablet.
Asus ZenBook Pro Duo laptop review
Hands-on with a dual-touchscreen laptop that showcases an eye-catching new approach to design.
Razer Core X Chroma review
Is Razer's $649 external graphics enclosure worth it?
The 5 laptops and tablets with the best battery life
These laptops and tablets from Apple, Samsung, Dell and Microsoft will last the distance.
Apple iMac 27-inch 5K 2019 review
Largest all-in-one desktop's changes are all on the inside.
Apple Mac Mini review
Apple's smallest Mac is back with a long-awaited upgrade that makes it a mighty compact desktop machine.
Apple MacBook Air review
The revamped 13.3-inch MacBook Air brings Apple's iconic ultraportable up to date and back onto the most-wanted list.
Microsoft Surface Pro 6 review
How does Microsoft's latest tablet-come-laptop shape up?
Microsoft Surface Laptop 2 review
We take Microsoft's latest laptop out for a spin.
Dell Inspiron 13 7000 2-in-1 review
A hands-on look at Dell's 13-inch Inspiron 7000 2-in-1 which has Intel's 8th-generation processor and does double duty as a tablet.
MacBook Pro 15-inch review
Hands-on with Apple's 15-inch MacBook Pro to see what's been updated for 2017.
iMac 4K 21.5in review
Hands-on with the high-end version of Apple's new 'little brother' desktop Mac
Australia's most reliable desktop computer brands
The desktop computer brands that best hold up over time, as chosen by CHOICE members.
Australia's most reliable monitor brands
The monitor brands that best hold up over time, as chosen by CHOICE members.
Desktop computers: what we found
Expert insights into what we learned during our hands-on test of desktop all-in-one PCs.
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