With the evolution of computing from desktops to laptops, the popularity of desktop computers has reduced over the years. Though, when it comes to high performance gaming and long run times of the computers, desktop computers a big advantage over laptops, but still it is no illusion that the market for desktop computers have gone down. As a result of that, the computer manufacturers are providing the desktop computers with that “extra bit” which makes them unique and special. Here is a list of few desktop computer packages which have ruled the market for the past one year:
Dell Studio XPS 800
The Dell Studio XPS 800 comes with a 2.67 GHz Intel Core i5-750 processor boarded on Intel P55 Express motherboard. It is one of that upper-midrange performance desktop that will play games and at the same time handle the demanding media digital tasks easily. The Dell’s gaming performances are a little submissive with nVidia GeForce GTX260 and 8GB of DDR3 RAM, but it should be able to handle most of the modern day PC games with decent resolution and image quality. Adding to all these features is its plastic exterior looks, which certainly makes it one of the top choices for desktop buyers.
 Dell XPS 400 2.8 GHZ 1GB ram w/ 17" flatscreen monitor  US $188.00
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 Brand new, Dell XPS 9000 US $686.76
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HP Pavilion Elite E9220y
This rig is suited for those people, who are into gaming or high end graphics work. It features a quad-core 2nd generation AMD Phenom II X4 910, 8GB DDR3 RAM. Also provided is an ATI Radeon HD 4350 graphics card, with 512MB which supports direct X 10.1. This machine can run the modern games quite well, although it can’t run them with settings maximized. It loads programs lighting fast and can run a number of hefty programs concurrently. It is a little dim look wise but never the less; it will be a good buy for those who are seeking an upper-midrange performance desktop at budget.
 Hp Pavilion Elite US $999.99
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 HP - Pavilion Elite Desktop HPE-210y Blu-ray US $661.00
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Lenovo IdeaCentre A600
The Lenovo IdeaCentre A600 is a general purpose desktop computer which comes with Intel Pentium Dual Core T4200 processor with 3GB DDR3 RAM. Its graphics capabilities aren’t high because of its shared X4500 graphics chip. It can handle normal office work pretty efficiently, although gaming should be a disaster on this one. It can run programs quite fast and we can run smaller programs concurrently on it. The best feature is its 21.5 inch LCD monitor which it comes with, considering its low price. So if you are looking for a stylish looking desktop computer which can serve your general purpose, then you can go for Lenovo IdeaCentre A600.
 Lenovo-Idea 30114MU IdeaCentre A600 21.5" 1TB AIO US $1,253.99
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 Lenovo IdeaCentre A600 All-In-One Desktop 21.5" HD LCD US $674.99
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and Newest Dell Portable HTPC
It takes quite a few considerations to decide which to buy- laptop or desktop. The following are the factors which require to be noted when choosing which to buy:
Mobility
There is absolutely no doubt that laptop computers are more portable and space efficient than the desktop computer packages. The laptops are much smaller, with the advantage that they can be carried anywhere and everywhere. Unlike desktop computers, laptops can be taken to work, schools, and colleges or even if you feel like sitting under the sun in your garden, you can take your take your laptop there. So when it comes to mobility, laptops hold more advantages than the conventional desktop computers.
Storage
These days, hardware configurations for laptop and desktop computers don’t vary much. Almost any basic hardware that we get in a desktop computer package is available for laptops. But when it comes to storage, desktops have the luxury of supporting hard drives up to sizes of 1 Terabyte (100 gigabytes). This is not the case for laptops. So if you like keeping backups of almost anything ranging from images, videos or software and executable programs, you may give a second thought before buying a laptop. Of course you can have external hard disks connected to your laptop, but then, it will be an extra burden.
Graphics, gaming and performance
This is one area, where desktop computers are far better accommodated than their smaller counterparts. If you are into hardcore 3D gaming or 3D animation, which requires extreme graphics support from your computer, you must buy a desktop. Desktops can be provided with the latest graphics cards and processors unlike the laptops, which either don’t have the required slots or they are heated way too much for their own good.
Upgrading
With passing time, you need to upgrade your computer to cope up with the latest software requirements. This is easy to do in desktop computers, where you simply have to take one part out and replace it with an advanced part. Laptops don’t provide this facility, and the only way to stay at par with the latest technologies is to dump your present laptop and buy a new one.
Keeping all the above factors in mind and also analyzing your needs, you need to decide what you want to buy. If you have to travel quite a lot, and mobility is your prime need, then you should go for a laptop. On the other hand, if you are buying a computer for gaming, or 3D animation works, a desktop computer would suit you in a more efficient way.