8 compact all-in-ones for work and play

1. Apple iMac 24

• Display: IPS, 24 inches, 4 480 × 2 520 pixels.
• CPU: Apple M1, 3.2 GHz.
• RAM: 16 GB.
• Storage device: 512 GB SSD.
• Video card: Integrated seven-core Apple GPU.

One of the best all-in-ones right now is the 24-inch version of the 2021 iMac, powered by Apple's own powerful M1 processor. The computer is perfect for study and entertainment. The model will cope with photo editing, video editing and other similar tasks at an amateur level.

IMac 24 has a high-quality, vibrant Retina display with wide color gamut. There is a built-in FaceTime HD 1080p webcam for video calling. Sound is reproduced through six built-in speakers. They are enough, for example, to watch a movie near the candy bar. Three microphones are provided for clear voice transmission during communication and for recording notes.

Peripherals for this model can be connected via two Thunderbolt / USB 4 ports or via Bluetooth 5.0. There is an Ethernet port for network connection, as well as a Wi-Fi 6 module. The all-in-one comes with a Magic Mouse and Magic Keyboard.

Price: 159,990 rubles.

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2. Dell Inspiron 27

• Display: IPS, 27 inches, 1,920 × 1,080 pixels.
• CPU: Intel Core i7-1165G7, 2.8 GHz (4.7 GHz turbo).
• RAM: 16 GB.
• Storage device: 512 GB SSD and 1 TB HDD.
• Video card: discrete Nvidia GeForce MX 330, 2 GB.

A monoblock with an unusual arc stand is suitable for everyday tasks such as web surfing, as well as useful for processing photos, videos, audio or for passing not very demanding stuffing games. A microphone, retractable webcam and a pair of speakers allow you to make video calls. One of the useful features of this model is an additional hard drive for storing files.

External devices can be connected to a computer via two USB 2.0 ports, three USB 3.0, one USB 3.1 Type-C and HDMI. There is also a built-in card reader and an Ethernet port. For wireless communication, we did not forget to install the Wi-Fi and Bluetooth modules. Keyboard and mouse included.

Price: 119,900 rubles.

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3. Acer Aspire C24-1651

• Display: IPS, 23.8 inches, 1,920 x 1,080 pixels.
• CPU: Intel Core i7-1165G7, 2.8 GHz (4.7 GHz turbo).
• RAM: 8 GB.
• Storage device: 512 GB SSD.
• Video card: discrete GeForce MX450, 2 GB.

A solid model with a filling, which will be enough for study, simple games, streaming video content and work tasks. For communication with friends and colleagues, a webcam, two microphones and a pair of speakers are provided. Peripherals can be connected via USB 2.0, USB 3.0, USB-C 3.1, USB-A 3.1 pair, and Bluetooth 5.0. There is HDMI for connecting a second screen. Network modules are also in place - Wi-Fi 6 and Ethernet. The set includes a mouse and keyboard.

Price: 118 499 rubles.

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4. Dell OptiPlex 7490-3411

• Display: IPS, 23.8 inches, 1,920 x 1,080 pixels.
• CPU: Intel Core i7 10700, 2.9 GHz (4.8 GHz turbo).
• RAM: 16 GB.
• Storage device: 512 GB SSD.
• Video card: integrated Intel UHD 630.

A monoblock based on an eight-core Intel Core i7 processor is perfect for a home workspace. You can play on it, watch a movie, and do your homework. Like the other computers above, it has a webcam and microphone for making online calls. In this model, Dell installed six USB 3.2 ports, Ethernet and a card reader. For wireless communication, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth modules are provided. Mouse and keyboard included.

Price: 116 621 rubles.

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5. Lenovo IdeaCentre AIO 3 24IMB05

• Display: IPS, 23.8 inches, 1,920 x 1,080 pixels.
• CPU: Intel Core i5-10400T, 2 GHz (3.6 GHz turbo).
• RAM: 8 GB.
• Storage device: 256 GB SSD.
• Video card: discrete AMD Radeon 625, 2 GB.

Lenovo IdeaCentre can handle photo editing, simple video editing and other similar tasks. The stand has a built-in cable holder to help you organize your desk space neatly.

The monoblock has two USB 2.0 ports, a pair of USB 3.1 and a card reader for external devices. An additional monitor can be connected via HDMI. You will be able to establish a wired connection to the Internet through the Ethernet port. There are also wireless interfaces: Wi-Fi 5 and Bluetooth 5.0. The set includes a wired keyboard and mouse.

Price: from 72,700 rubles.

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6. Acer Aspire C24-1650

• Display: IPS, 23.8 inches, 1,920 x 1,080 pixels.
• CPU: Intel Core i5 1135G7, 2.4GHz (4.2GHz turbo).
• RAM: 8 GB.
• Storage device: 256 GB SSD and 1 TB HDD.
• Video card: integrated Intel Iris Xe.

The mid-level model is suitable for study, working with texts, processing simple graphics, writing code, watching TV series and playing not the newest games. The SSD is not very spacious, but it is complemented by a terabyte hard drive.

For connecting peripheral devices, there is one USB 2.0 port, three USB 3.0 and an HDMI connector. Video conferencing can be carried out using the built-in webcam and microphone. The monoblock also has Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.0 and Ethernet modules. A wireless mouse and keyboard kit is supplied with the computer.

Price: 58 390 rubles.

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7. ASUS V222FAK-WA039M

• Display: IPS, 21.5 inches, 1,920 x 1,080 pixels.
• CPU: Intel Pentium Gold 6405U, 2.4 GHz.
• RAM: 8 GB.
• Storage device: 256 GB SSD.
• Video card: integrated Intel UHD Graphics.

The budget candy bar is useful for everyday tasks: writing texts, surfing the web, watching videos and retro games. It can be used to make online calls: there is a webcam and microphone. For external devices, there are four USB 3.0 ports, one USB 2.0 and an HDMI connector. There are also wireless interfaces: Wi-Fi 5 and Bluetooth 5.0. Keyboard and mouse must be ordered separately.

Price: 38 390 rubles.

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8. MSI Pro 16T 7M-081XRU

• Display: TN, 15.6 inches, 1,366 × 768 pixels.
• CPU: Intel Celeron 3865U, 1.8 GHz.
• RAM: 4 GB.
• Storage device: 256 GB SSD.
• Video card: integrated Intel HD Graphics 610.

This compact entry-level computer can be used as an alternative to a laptop if desired. It has a folding leg-stand, it will not take up much space on the table. The candy bar has built-in small speakers, a webcam and a microphone.

For peripherals, there are four USB 3.0 and two USB 2.0, as well as a card reader. You can connect the second screen only through the analogue D-Sub port, which older monitors have. MSI has also added wireless modules here: Wi-Fi 5 and Bluetooth 4.2. But the keyboard and mouse will have to be bought separately.

Price: 23 090 rubles.

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Please note: prices are valid at the time of publication of the article. Stores can update the cost of goods throughout the day.