The best candy bars of 2020

This category contains budget models based on Cori I3 processors with 2 and 4 cores, and support for up to 4 threads. The amount of RAM in this case can vary in the range from 4 to 8 gigabytes. With such characteristics, if you have a good screen with FullHD resolution, the candy bar will cost 30-50 thousand, depending on the manufacturer. It is important to pay attention to the quality of the display, including the matrix, brightness, contrast, viewing angle. As a rule, such monoblocks are bought for work and comfortable viewing of content.

The top 10 all-in-one models are opened by the Lenovo V530-24ICB model, which received a fairly large 23.8-inch screen based on the IPS matrix. This indicates good color rendering and high viewing angles. The screen resolution is 1920 by 1080 pixels. In addition, the manufacturer took care of the availability of high-quality anti-reflective coating. In a compact package you can find a good Core i3 processor with 4 cores and 4 threads. The base frequency in this case is 3.1 GHz. The amount of RAM in this case is 4 gigabytes. Despite the affordable price tag, the device received 128 gigabytes of SSD, as well as a good integrated graphics card UHD Graphics 630. The total weight of the design is 7 kilograms.

Another inexpensive, but good all-in-one, working on the basis of the Core i3 processor with 2 cores 4 threads with a frequency of 2.2 to 3.4 GHz in overclocking mode. The resolution of the 23.8-inch display is 1920 by 1080 pixels. The screen works on the basis of the IPS matrix, and has a good level of brightness, contrast and color reproduction. Do not complain about the viewing angles of the screen. An SSD is used as an internal storage of information, the volume of which is 128 gigabytes for the indicated price. There are better configurations and, accordingly, more expensive. As for the interfaces, 2 USB 2.0 ports are implemented, as well as 2 USB 3.2 gen1, there is an HDMI output and a card reader. The amount of RAM is 8 gigabytes of type DDR4.

If you have not yet decided which one to buy a candy bar at a reasonable price, we recommend that you pay attention to the HP 200 G3 All-in-One. The device operates on the basis of a Core i3 processor of the 8130U series with two cores at a frequency of 2.2 to 3.4 GHz. The monoblock screen size is 21.5-inches with a resolution of 1920 by 1080 pixels. The screen is built on a VA-matrix with good response time, but not the best indicator of color rendering. Inside is an integrated video card UHD Graphics 620. The capacity of the solid-state drive is 128 gigabytes.The amount of RAM in this case is 4 gigabytes.

The 23.8-inch Lenovo IdeaCentre V540-24IWL model with a resolution of 1920 by 1080 pixels looks solid in the list of budget monoblocks for the home. The screen is based on a VA-matrix and high-quality anti-reflective coating. Inside the compact case is a good processor of the Core i3 series with 2 cores and 4 threads with a frequency of up to 3.9 GHz in Boost mode. Even paired with 4 gigabytes of RAM, good performance is achieved for simple operations. Naturally, you cannot play games using the integrated UHD Graphics 620 graphics card, but you should not expect this from inexpensive monoblocks. There is a DVD-RW drive, as well as an HDMI connector. Moreover, the design is lightweight.

The best low-cost all-in-one in 2020 is the Asus Vivo AiO A46UAK model with a 1000 gigabyte solid-state drive. As a screen, a large 27-inch monitor with a resolution of 1920 by 1080 pixels with a TN + film matrix and a matte finish is used. Despite the affordable price and compact dimensions, this mobile model has a 4-core processor with 8 threads. The core frequency varies from 1.6 to 3.4 GHz. The amount of RAM in this case is 8 gigabytes, but you can increase it to 16 gigabytes of type DDR4. The monoblock has 4 USB 3.2 gen1 connectors and 1 USB 2.0 port. There is a built-in camera, microphone and fairly loud speakers.

This category contains premium models with entry-level gaming graphics cards. Unfortunately, this is the maximum that can be placed in such a compact solution as a monoblock. Nevertheless, you will have to pay as for a professional gaming-level PC. If every square centimeter counts, there's nothing to be done. It is worth adding that the models described below will remain relevant for a long time. They have powerful processors level Core I5 ​​and I7 with the number of cores from 4 to 6 units with multi-threading and good frequency.

The Asus Zen AiO ZN242GD model with FullHD resolution replenishes the 2020 monoblock rating. The size of the display is 23.8-inches. The screen works on the basis of the IPS matrix. Inside is a fairly powerful 6-core Core i7 processor with 12 threads and a frequency of 2.2 to 4.1 GHz. Paired with 8 gigabytes of RAM, good performance is achieved. At the same time, the model has a discrete graphics card GeForce GTX 1050, which is enough for games. Of course, not at maximum settings, but for a monoblock, this is already a very good result. The volume of the HDD is 1 terabyte, and the SSD is 128 gigabytes.

Last year, Lenovo also offered a good flagship candy bar. Model IdeaCentre 520-27ICB has a 27-inch screen with a resolution of 2560 by 1440 pixels. The display is based on the IPS screen, the brightness of which is 250 cd / m2. In the case, you can find a powerful Core i7 processor 8700T series. Chim has 6 cores and 12 threads with overclocking up to 4 GHz. Paired with 8 gigabytes of RAM and a Radeon RX 550 graphics card, performance will not seem a little even when working with 3D graphics. The volume of the hard drive in this case is 1000 GB, solid-state drive 256 GB. There is a drive and many ports for easy operation.

Special attention in our list of monoblocks for work deserves the model Dell Optiplex 7760 with a 27-inch screen, whose resolution is 3840 by 2160 pixels. In addition to elegant resolution, the display attracts with an excellent level of brightness and color reproduction. At the same time, the device received a lot of internal memory, including a fast 256 GB gigabyte SSD. HHD capacity is 1000 gigabytes.The frequency of the 6-core processor with 12 threads varies in the range from 3.2 to 4.6 GHz. The amount of RAM in this case is 16 gigabytes. However, gamers will certainly appreciate the fact that there is a GeForce GTX 1050 graphics card.

If you are looking for a premium all-in-one, we recommend paying attention to the Apple iMac 27 "model with a resolution of 5K. This flagship has got a smart IPS-matrix, and you will have to pay a lot for it. The brightness level is 500 cd / m2. Inside is a fairly powerful mobile chip like Core i5 with 6 cores and 6 threads at a base frequency of 3.1 GHz, while the frequency can be overclocked to 4.1 GHz. A good performance in games is guaranteed by the Radeon Pro 570X graphics card. The advantages include 16 gigabytes of RAM. drive (SSD) co 512 gigabytes.

The best candy bar of 2020 in terms of price and quality is the Asus Zen AIO Z272SDT model with a 27-inch screen, the resolution of which is 3840 by 2160 pixels. The processor operates on the basis of 6 cores with a frequency of 2.4 to 4 GHz for 16 threads. In addition to the productive chip (Core i7), this all-in-one boasts the presence of a high-quality GeForce GTX 1050 graphics card with support for 4 GB of GDDR5 video memory. The amount of RAM in this device is 16 gigabytes of type DDR4. The advantages include the presence of 256 gigabytes of SSD, as well as 2 terabytes of type HDD. This model runs on the Windows 10 Home operating system.

In fact, when buying a candy bar should take into account a small number of parameters. Fortunately, manufacturers have already taken care of the optimal assembly instead of us. If you have no idea how to choose a candy bar, then you should pay attention to the optimal parameters for a particular segment:

1. CPU - budget models have low-power chips with 2-4 cores and up to 4 threads such as Core I3, more expensive Core I5 ​​for 6 cores, and premium Core I7 for 6-8 cores with 12-16 threads and good overclocking potential, up to 4 , 1 GHz;
2. RAM - 4 GB is enough for viewing content and working in simple applications such as browsers and text editors, but for games and solving more complex tasks, you should focus on the premium segment, whose representatives can include up to 16 gigabytes of RAM;
3. SSD - budget models can have up to 128 GB, and flagship models up to 512 GB, which can be seen in Apple monoblocks;
4. Screen - Given today's realities, it makes no sense to focus on models with support below FullHD. However, it is not difficult to find models with a size of 27 inches with 4K or even 5K on sale. Is it worth it to overpay, given the size of the display - you decide;
5. Video card - even gaming monoblocks with a high price tag can please the maximum GTX 1050. Of course, this level is not enough for ultra-settings, but if you have a good chip and RAM at medium settings, you can even play demanding 3D applications.

Thus, the price of such equipment varies over a wide range, as is the case with the purchase of a laptop or assembly of a full-fledged PC. If you don’t know which candy bar to buy, we suggest summing up our top:

• the best budget all-in-one - Asus Vivo AiO A46UAK;
• in price / quality ratio - Asus Zen AiO ZN242GD;
• candy bar with the best screen - Apple iMac 27;
• best gaming candy bar - Asus Zen AIO Z272SDT.

One can only hope that in the near future manufacturers will be able to find a solution on how to install good hardware in such a compact device, which will certainly affect the cost of convenient computers.