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Desktops and laptops

Our experts help you find the best computer, laptop or monitor to suit your needs.

Review and compare

Laptop reviews We test the latest laptops that can handle all your computing needs while on the go.

Desktop computer reviews We test desktop all-in-one computers that can handle the whole family's computing needs

Large computer monitor reviews We test 13 large 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 for your needs A guide to value, performance, speed, capacity and screen size.

How to buy the best laptop Whether you like Windows PCs or Macs, family size or ultraportable, there's a suitable notebook computer out there for everybody.

Articles

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.

How to upgrade a laptop Upgrading your hardware can be an affordable way to give your laptop a power boost.

The most reliable laptop brands See the laptop brands that hold up over time, as chosen by CHOICE members.

How to recycle your old computer Time to upgrade your computer, phone or other gadgets? Here's how to dispose of the old stuff.

Aldi Unisurf budget 2-in-1 laptop review A hands-on look at Aldi's low-cost 11.6-inch laptop which doubles as a touchscreen tablet.

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.

PAX Aus 2017 tech round-up We look at the new and upcoming PC gear at one of Australia's biggest gaming expos.

Electronics chain penalised $750,000 by Federal Court This is the second time MSY has been taken to court in recent years by the ACCC.

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

Microsoft Surface Laptop review Can the new Windows 10 S operating system make this the safest Windows laptop ever?

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.

Large computer monitors – what we found HD vs 4K – what's best for you?

Desktop computers: what we found Expert insights into what we learned during our hands-on test of desktop all-in-one PCs.

How we test computers How we sort the good from the bad in desktop and laptop computers across a range of families, shapes and sizes.

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The computers team

Our PC testers treat the computers being tested a bit like job candidates – by checking over their qualifications, then giving them the third degree. But really, they do know their stuff, and more importantly, they know what's important to you when you're making a big-dollar decision like this.