Best all-in-ones in 2020

When purchasing a computer, buyers have to face a huge number of difficulties. Some time ago, the choice was only between a laptop or a computer, but now there are monoblocks that can replace both. Such models are becoming more and more popular among consumers, their assortment is simply huge, and they also have a lot of advantages over conventional system units.

What is a candy bar?

Monoblock is a modern invention, positioned as the latest computer technology, can become an alternative to a regular PC. The monitor and the system unit are combined together. Manufacturers did this two decades ago. However, it was not possible to achieve such a result as today.

Monoblocks have a large number of advantages over their older counterparts, they are considered very economical and do not have a heap of wires that usually irritate consumers. Now you don't have to look for a place for tangled wires and constantly carry heavy equipment to the service, because monoblocks are very compact. At the same time, the technique remains the same productive and functional.

In monoblocks, a system unit is immediately built into the monitor. It includes components that are inside an ordinary system unit.

On the back of the monitor there are all the connectors, sometimes they are even located separately on a special stand. The candy bar has the same types of parts as in laptops. A keyboard, mouse, scanners and printers, webcams and everything else are connected to the monitor, you can even use another monitor. There are enough connectors for everything you need.

In order for the candy bar to work fully, you just need to connect a mouse and keyboard to it.

Pros and cons of monoblocks

Monoblocks are now very popular, because they are very compact and convenient. System blocks receded into the background, tk. take up a large amount of free space. Moreover, they exude warmth, which is especially annoying in the summer. Now many people prefer monoblocks, because they are easy to transport and move, they take up a minimum of space.

The monoblock saves the surrounding space, because the system unit is in the monitor, practically does not make noise and looks quite attractive. Its dimensions are slightly larger than that of an ordinary monitor, but it is almost invisible.

However, system blocks make it easy to improve a computer, and the parts in it have more power than a candy bar.

Consumers know that at any time you can open the system unit and install the necessary equipment there, remove the old one and replace it. The monoblock does not provide such an opportunity, because you first need to study its details, make sure that it can be replaced, and then act. In some models, components cannot be replaced.Moreover, it is quite difficult to find parts suitable for the candy bar.

The system unit has excellent cooling thanks to two coolers, they allow you to install additional fans. Monoblocks in hot seasons may operate at lower performance due to heating.

Who are the monoblocks for?

It should be noted that monoblocks cost a little more than PCs. They will be an excellent option for users who do not place too high demands on resources. Great for students and schoolchildren. These computers are not designed for heavy 3D gaming and the highest quality movies.

• If the user constantly uses the Internet, works with office applications and programs, listens to music and occasionally plays small games, then the candy bar is ideal for him.
  It is worth making a choice in favor of a monoblock when the user does not have enough free space in the home to install a full-fledged PC. All-in-ones are ideal for offices.
  When purchasing equipment, you need to take into account that the parameters of the model must be higher than what the consumer needs. After all, improvements are constantly being developed, so it is worth making sure that the equipment remains relevant for a long time.
• If the user needs a computer for games, wants to constantly update it, then a candy bar will not work here.

When purchasing equipment, you should understand what parameters the user needs, and then choose a specific model. Pay particular attention to the connectors so that there are enough of them.

Economical nuance: Hardware without an operating system is much cheaper than the rest.

There are monoblocks with a touch screen, they resemble a tablet, only of a larger size, but the price of such a device is much more expensive than others.

About the criteria for choosing monoblocks - in the video:

Most popular monoblocks

Apple iMac 27 ″ 5K.

The all-in-one from Apple is very special and premium. The model was released in 2015, the screen is 27 inches with a resolution of 5120 x 2880 pixels. The equipment package includes a video card in the form of a 2 GB floppy disk, however, if necessary, it can be replaced with a more powerful and functional 4 GB.

Consumers claim that the system is very powerful as it is powered by a Core i5 processor, which is quad-core. The monoblock has 8 GB of RAM and 2,000 GB of storage.

The characteristics of the candy bar can handle a huge amount of graphic data, so it is great for work.

• premium quality monoblock;
• aesthetic beauty of the body;
• big screen.

• some versions of this monoblock with improved technical characteristics are not available everywhere in Russia and the CIS countries.

Monoblock review - in the video:

The approximate cost is 160,000 rubles.

HP EliteOne 800 G2 All-in-One.

The all-in-one, great for work and play, includes the Windows 7 Professional operating system. This is very rare, because the manufacturer no longer supports this OS.

In the configuration of the candy bar is a Core i5 Quad, the frequency of which is 3.4 GHz based on 8 GB of RAM. And here there is additional space to increase it. The Hewlett-Packard graphics card is well known to consumers.

The all-in-one is equipped with a high-speed 1000 GB SSHD drive, the spindle rotates at a speed of 7200 revolutions in one minute. Also, the equipment has a very attractive design and will definitely be an excellent purchase.

• decent value for money;
• preinstalled OS Windows 7 Professional.

• partly a controversial issue of performance.

The approximate cost is 60,000 rubles.

Asus Vivo AiO V230IC.

The candy bar has an excellent design and excellent equipment. This model can be used at home, it is a full-fledged PC. The device can be used both for games and for receiving information, and it is also great for working with office applications and programs.

The package includes a Core i7 processor with four cores, clocked at 2.8 GHz, a discrete Nvidia GeForce 930M card with 2GB of memory, and 8GB DDR3 RAM.

The Intel H110 module is considered to be very reliable and stable, and has a maximum lifespan. At the cost, the equipment fully justifies the quality. This monoblock is an example of the fact that quality equipment can also be produced in China.

• functional system;
• decent value for money.

• the screen itself is attached somewhat unstable to the stand.

The approximate cost is 39,000 rubles.

Dell OptiPlex 7440.

A monoblock from the manufacturer Dell, great for games. The computer includes a Core i7 processor clocked at 3.4 GHz, of course, you can use it for work, but it is best suited for games. The amount of RAM is 16 GB, which is quite optimal for a regular computer. The video card is installed here of the highest quality, because the Radeon R7 A370 model has 2 GB of memory, and it operates at a frequency of 1400 MHz. Monoblock perfectly pulls a large number of modern toys.

The device has a classic design, there is no decor on the case, it looks very strict and resembles an office computer.

• great option for a gaming platform;
• decent technical characteristics.

• primitive design.

The approximate cost is 91,000 rubles.

HP Pavilion 24 All-in-One.

The all-in-one, powered by an Intel Core i series processor, is great for office applications and programs. It is small in size and fits perfectly into any room, the body is very simple in appearance, strict and formal.

The mid-range model includes an Intel Core i3 6100U dual-core processor, clocked at 2.3GHz. The RAM can hold up to 8 GB of memory, which only improves performance.

If heavy and complex programs are constantly used in your work, then you should pay attention to the more modern monoblock Intel Core i5 6200U. It contains a floppy-type video card with 2 GB memory, and a drive for 1000 GB.

• decent technical characteristics;
• suitable for both office tasks and pastime in games.

• when you start games that require a large amount of resources, the monoblock may start to slow down.

The approximate cost is 46,000 rubles.

Asus Zen AiO Pro Z220IC.

A monoblock is a complete platform for games, it is able to meet the needs of even the most fastidious consumers. The hardware houses an Intel Core i7 6700T processor with four cores. The video card is replaced by a mobile system with 2 GB of memory. It works great on all modern games.

The all-in-one also includes a board and 16GB of storage, as well as a 1000GB HDD / SSD, while the other board is 512GB for files and 12GB.

In addition to these functions, the device includes a free RAM slot. The consumer can add a component if necessary. The all-in-one is perfect for any purpose, both for games and for office work.

• gorgeous golden hue of the candy bar;
• suitable for active pastime in games;
• there are two modifications.

• in one of the modifications, characteristics somewhat inappropriate to their price segment.

The approximate cost is 95,000 rubles.

About the monoblock in detail - in the video:

Lenovo IdeaCentre AIO 910 27.

Lenovo IdeaCentre AIO 910 27 is very popular because it is considered to be of high quality and reliable. In analogs, gaming components are usually surprising, but here the equipment is an indisputable advantage.

The monoblock includes a Core i5 processor and 8 GB of RAM, the GeForce 940A video card contains 2 GB of memory.

The most powerful hardware is a model with a Core i7 7700T processor, clocked at 2.9 GHz. The video card here is of better quality and more powerful, it also includes 2 GB of memory, but runs at a higher speed. 16GB RAM with dual HDD / SSD storage.

• decent technical characteristics;
• there are several modifications of this device.

• it is somewhat difficult to improve the candy bar.

The approximate cost is 105,000 rubles.

Dell XPS 27 7760 All-In-One.

The monoblock can be confidently called complete, it will suit even the most fastidious gamers. Manufacturers have improved the sound of the computer, moved the speakers in the amount of 6 pieces to the front panel, so that the sound is very pleasant and of high quality. It should be noted that they did it well, and the speakers make the design more interesting.

The monoblock includes 32 GB of RAM, 2000 GB SSHD, it also contains a Radeon R9 M485X video card containing 4 GB of memory, an Intel Core i7 6700 processor with four cores, clocked at 3.4 GHz.

• interesting design;
• suitable for resource-demanding games;
• decent technical characteristics.

• in Russia and the CIS countries, other variants of this model range are rarely available.

The approximate cost is 170,000 rubles.

Dell Inspiron 22 3263.

This candy bar is very compact and attractive. Its diagonal is only 21.5 inches, so it can be placed even in the smallest room.

The monoblock has a very reliable package, therefore it surpasses many of its counterparts. It operates on an Intel Core i3 processor, and includes an AMD graphics card - Radeon R5 A335 with 2 GB of memory. This is enough for office work and small games.

• suitable for everyday tasks;
• decent technical characteristics.

• controversial design.

The approximate cost is 44,000 rubles.

Asus Vivo AiO V221 ID.

Equipment from China is very popular among consumers. It is perfect for office work of any size. The design also attracts attention, but the quality and reliability are arguable.

Pentium 4 cannot include too large volumes due to minimal RAM. 4GB RAM and 2GB GeForce 920MX graphics card only allow you to download small applications.

Asus Vivo AiO V221 ID does not allow you to change components or improve them, so the equipment is not suitable for high-performance games. However, the cost is affordable for most consumers.

• aesthetic beauty of the candy bar;
• high functionality.

• lack of variability in the choice of components.

The approximate cost is 33,000 rubles.

What should you choose?

Monoblocks are gaining popularity every day. The most famous manufacturers are constantly striving to improve equipment, make it more powerful and efficient. It is worth choosing a model with great care, taking into account all its characteristics and components. You need to pay attention to some features when purchasing a candy bar:

• device cost;
• line assortment;
• standard components;
• accuracy and quality;
• reliability and functionality.