Best Desktops under CA$1,000 for value

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ASUS NUC 14 Pro RNUC14RVHV50000UI Black 2024

68.5 Best Value Score
Intel Core Ultra 5 135H 32GB RAM 2TB Intel Arc mini
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ASUS NUC 15 Pro RNUC15CRHU70000U Black 2025

61.4 Best Value Score
Intel Core Ultra 7 255H 32GB RAM 1TB Intel Arc 140T mini
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ASUS ExpertCenter PN54

59.1 Best Value Score
AMD Ryzen AI 7 350 32GB RAM 0 AMD Radeon 860M mini
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ASUS NUC 15 Pro Slim RNUC15CRKU70000U Black 2025

55.3 Best Value Score
Intel Core Ultra 7 255H 0 0 Intel Arc 140T mini
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ASUS NUC 15 Pro+ Barebone Kit

52.5 Best Value Score
Intel Core Ultra 7 255H 0 0 Intel Arc Graphics Mini
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ASUS NUC 15 Pro+ Barebone Kit desktop
Price CA$959

ASUS NUC NUC13ANKH7 Black 2024

51.8 Best Value Score
Intel Core i7 13620H 64GB RAM 0 Intel Iris Xe mini
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ASUS Business Desktops Business

48.9 Best Value Score
Intel Core i5 14400 16GB RAM 1TB AMD Intel HD Graphics mid-tower
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ASUS Chromebox 5a Black 2024

44.9 Best Value Score
Intel Core i5 1335U 8GB RAM 128GB Intel Iris Xe Graphics mini
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ASUS NUC 13 Pro NUC13ANHi5 2023

42.5 Best Value Score
Intel Core i5 1340P 0 0 Intel Iris Xe Graphics mini
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ASUS ROG RYUO IV SLC 360 ARGB 2025

14.5 Best Value Score
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Best Desktops under CA$2,000 for value

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ASUS NUC 15 Pro+ Silver

75 Best Value Score
Intel Core Ultra 7 255H 32GB RAM 1000GB Intel Arc Graphics mini
Why we recommend this

The Intel Core Ultra 7 255H with integrated Arc Graphics and an AI Boost NPU drives 32GB of 6400 MHz DDR5 RAM in a silent 0.60kg chassis. A toolless upgrade system and rich connectivity—Wi-Fi 7, Thunderbolt 4, dual HDMI 2.1—allow easy expansion for evolving desk setups. Best suited for developers working with AI workloads and home office users who need a space-saving, serviceable Windows 11 machine.

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Price CA$1,858
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ASUS NUC 15 Pro+ Silver desktop

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ASUS NUC 15 Pro RNUC15CRKU7089CU Black

69.1 Best Value Score
Intel Core Ultra 7 255H 32GB RAM 1000GB Intel Arc Graphics 140T mini
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ASUS NUC NUC 14 Pro+ Silver 2024

65.4 Best Value Score
Intel Core Ultra 7 155H 32GB RAM 1000GB Intel Arc Graphics mini
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ASUS NUC NUC 14 Pro+ Silver 2024 desktop
Price CA$1,380

ASUS GM700 Black

62.6 Best Value Score
AMD Ryzen 7 8700F 16GB RAM 1TB NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 DUAL 8GB GDDR7 mid-tower
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ASUS S501 S501MER-DS704 Black 2024

61.2 Best Value Score
Intel Core i7 14700 16GB RAM 1TB Intel UHD Graphics mid-tower
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ASUS Sentinel Arctic A-355

59.9 Best Value Score
AMD Ryzen 7 9700F 32GB RAM 1TB NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 mid-tower
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ASUS NUC 14 Pro+ RNUC14RVSU5068AUI White

56 Best Value Score
Intel Core Ultra 5 125H 16GB RAM 512GB Intel Arc Graphics mini
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ASUS Sentinel A-076

55.5 Best Value Score
AMD Ryzen 7 7700 32GB RAM 1TB NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 mid-tower
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ASUS ExpertCenter PN54-S1 Black 2026

54.9 Best Value Score
AMD Ryzen 5 220 16GB RAM 512GB AMD Radeon 740M mini
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ASUS ExpertCenter PN54-S1 Black 2026 desktop
Price CA$1,809

ASUS TUF Gaming T500 Solar Eclipse Grey

54.6 Best Value Score
Intel Core i5 13420H 16GB RAM 1TB NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050
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ASUS NUC 15 Pro Slim Mini

54.4 Best Value Score
Intel Core Ultra 5 225H 16GB RAM 512GB Intel Arc Graphics Mini
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ASUS NUC 15 Pro Slim Mini desktop
Price CA$1,769

ASUS Scout I-266

53.9 Best Value Score
Intel Core Ultra 5 225F 32GB RAM 1TB NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 mid-tower
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ASUS NUC 15 Pro Slim RNUC15CRKV50000U

53.5 Best Value Score
Intel Core Ultra 5 235H 0 0 Intel Arc 140T Mini
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ASUS V500 V500MVC-BSI716ITB-CB Black

53.2 Best Value Score
Intel Core i7 13620H 16GB RAM 1000GB Intel UHD Graphics mini-tower
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ASUS ExpertCenter P400 AiO P440VAT-C53P-CB 2023

49.2 Best Value Score
Intel Core i5 13420H 16GB RAM 1000GB Intel UHD Graphics aio
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ASUS PB63 Black

48.4 Best Value Score
Intel Core i5 13500 8GB RAM 256GB Intel UHD Graphics 770 mini
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Best Desktops under CA$3,500 for value

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ASUS ROG G700 G700TF-XS776 Black 2025

84.7 Best Value Score
Intel Core Ultra 7 265F 32GB RAM 1TB NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Desktop
Why we recommend this

Equipped with a 20-core Intel Core Ultra 7 265F and 12GB NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070, this desktop handles demanding AI workloads and high-fidelity gaming with 32GB of fast DDR5 RAM. Its compact chassis belies strong connectivity, offering 11 USB-A ports alongside USB-C and 2.5G Ethernet, though the 1TB SSD may require expansion for large game libraries. This system is best for gamers and streamers who need a space-efficient tower capable of smooth 1440p performance and multitasking.

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Price CA$2,527
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ASUS ROG NUC NUC15JNK Black 2025

78.1 Best Value Score
Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX 32GB RAM 1000GB NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 mini
Why we recommend this

Packing a 2.7 GHz Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX 24-core CPU and GeForce RTX 5070 with 8GB VRAM into a 3.12kg chassis, its triple-fan cooling sustains workstation loads. Wi-Fi 7, dual HDMI 2.1, and Thunderbolt 4 provide versatile, fast connectivity and multi-display support. It suits developers and AI-accelerated home office users prioritizing compact power, but its 74.1 gaming score limits sustained gaming performance.

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ASUS GM700 Black

72.2 Best Value Score
AMD Ryzen 7 8700F 32GB RAM 2TB NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 DUAL 8GB GDDR7
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ASUS ROG G700TF-BSU75070-CB Black

68.5 Best Value Score
Intel Core Ultra 7 265F 32GB RAM 2TB NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 PRIME 12GB GDDR7 mid-tower
Why we recommend this

The 20-core Intel Core Ultra 7 265F and RTX 5070 PRIME with 12GB GDDR7 deliver strong 1440p and 4K gaming, supported by 32GB DDR5 RAM and a 2TB SSD. Vibrant ROG RGB lighting and expansive connectivity—11 USB-A, 3 USB-C, Wi-Fi 6, and 2.5G Ethernet—add style and flexibility. It's best for gamers who also stream or edit video, leveraging the high core count and GPU acceleration for smooth multitasking.

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ASUS Vanguard A-361

65.4 Best Value Score
AMD Ryzen 7 9700F 32GB RAM 2TB NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 mid-tower
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ASUS PRIME PRIME 5060 Black

64.6 Best Value Score
AMD® Ryzen™ 5 7600X 4.7GHz Hexa Core Processor w/ 5.3GHz Max Boost, 12 Threads, 6MB L2 + 32MB L3 Caches, 5nm, 105W 32GB RAM 1TB NVIDIA ASUS PRIME GeForce RTX 5060 mid-tower
Why we recommend this

Powered by a 6-core Ryzen 5 7600X and an RTX 5060 with 8GB VRAM, this mid-tower gaming PC pushes smooth 1080p gameplay with 32GB of DDR5 memory and a 1TB NVMe SSD. Its rich port selection includes Wi-Fi 6E, dual USB-C, HDMI 2.1b, and DisplayPort, though the 16 kg chassis lacks compactness. Best for 1080p gamers and streamers who need a ready-to-run Windows 11 system for high-refresh esports and light creative tasks.

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ASUS NUC 14 Pro AI RNUC14LNKU7099HU Black 2025

64.2 Best Value Score
Intel Core Ultra 7 32GB RAM 1000GB Intel Arc Graphics 140V LPDDR5X mini
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ASUS Sentinel I-358

62.7 Best Value Score
Intel Core Ultra 7 265K 32GB RAM 2TB NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Ti mid-tower
Why we recommend this

The 20-core Intel Ultra 7 265KF and GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 8GB produce creator and gaming scores around 74 out of 100, accompanied by 32GB DDR5 RAM and a 2TB SSD. Thunderbolt, Ethernet, Wi-Fi 7, and an 850W PSU enable fast peripherals and expansion headroom in a mid-tower chassis. It’s best for users needing a do-it-all PC for 1080p gaming and moderate content creation who don’t require a compact system.

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ASUS Vanguard Arctic A-370

61 Best Value Score
AMD Ryzen 7 9700F 32GB RAM 2TB NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 mid-tower
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ASUS Armoury Gaming Desktops A-325

49.7 Best Value Score
AMD Ryzen 7 7800X 32GB RAM 1TB NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 mini-tower
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ASUS RTARU00374

46.3 Best Value Score
AMD Ryzen 7 9800X 0 2TB AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT All-in-One
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Best Desktops under CA$6,000 for value

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ASUS Republic of Gamers GM700TZ-BS978

95.6 Best Value Score
AMD Ryzen 9 9950X 64GB RAM 2TB AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT Desktop
Why we recommend this

With a 4.3 GHz 16-core Ryzen 9 9950X3D and Radeon RX 9070 XT 16GB, it delivers high performance for gaming and multi-threaded applications. 64GB DDR5 RAM and a 2TB PCIe 4.0 SSD eliminate bottlenecks, backed by Wi-Fi 6 and ample USB connectivity. This pre-built desktop is ideal for video editors handling 4K timelines and gamers pursuing high frame rates at max settings.

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ASUS ROG NUC NUC15JNK 2025

86.9 Best Value Score
Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX 32GB RAM 2TB NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 mini
Why we recommend this

A deceptively compact chassis houses a 24-core Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX and RTX 5070 GPU, delivering workstation-class power. Its dedicated NPU accelerates AI tasks, while Wi-Fi 7 and Thunderbolt 4 ensure cutting-edge connectivity in a mini desktop form. The system suits developers and AI engineers who need CUDA and AI compute in a space-saving build, as reflected by its 91.2 developer score and modest 73.8 gaming rating.

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ASUS ROG Republic of Gamers NUC NUC15JNK Mini 2025

71.2 Best Value Score
Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX 32GB RAM 1TB NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Mini
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Price CA$4,686

ASUS Ascent GX10-GG0010BN Black 2026

69.7 Best Value Score
NVIDIA GB10 128GB RAM 1000GB NVIDIA Blackwell Architecture mini
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ASUS Extreme 2KD A-318

59.2 Best Value Score
AMD Ryzen 7 9800X 64GB RAM 2TB NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 sff
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ASUS MEPC PRIME 5080 V2 Gaming PC POWERED BY

57.8 Best Value Score
AMD Ryzen™ 7 9800X3D Processor 8 Cores + 16 Threads Max Turbo Clock: 5.2GHz Base Clock: 4.7GHz 32GB RAM 2TB NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 All-in-One
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ASUS Vanguard A-314

57.8 Best Value Score
AMD Ryzen 7 9800X 64GB RAM 5.9TB NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 mid-tower
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ASUS Sentinel A-273

56.7 Best Value Score
AMD Ryzen 7 7800X 32GB RAM 2TB NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 mid-tower
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ASUS x HYTE Extreme A-394

55.6 Best Value Score
AMD Ryzen 7 9800X 32GB RAM 2TB NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti full-tower
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ASUS Gaming Desktops A-075

66.6 Best Value Score
AMD Ryzen 9 9950X 96GB RAM 4TB NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 mid-tower
Why we recommend this

The 16-core AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D with 3D V-Cache and an RTX 5090 32GB GPU delivers elite frame rates and rendering throughput. 96GB of DDR5 RAM and a 4TB NVMe SSD enable seamless multitasking, while Wi‑Fi 7 and a 1200W PSU provide future‑proof connectivity and stable power delivery. This desktop is best for hardcore gamers pursuing 4K/8K gaming and workstation users running complex simulations or large datasets.

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ASUS Ascent GX10

25.2 Best Value Score
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Price CA$6,498