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Save up to 35%: Dell’s Black Friday Sneak Peek includes large discounts on multiple Inspiron and OptiPlex all-in-one models:
All-in-one computers are exactly what they sound like: A streamlined desktop computer that combines the juice from a traditional desktop tower and puts it in the same package as the monitor. Less shopping on your part and less of a game of Tetris to arrange a tower and all its cords at your desk.
If you’re picturing an iMac, yes, that’s technically right.
Dell makes its own line of all-in-ones that provide the hybrid Windows experience that PC people want, with larger screens for lower prices than the corresponding iMac competitors. (Finding an all-in-one for less than the price of a high-end laptop isn’t rare, and a path you should consider taking if your work doesn’t actually require the portability of a laptop.)
Dell dropped its Black Friday ad on Oct. 15, as well as a list of Black Friday Sneak Peek deals that are already live. A handful of Inspiron and OptiPlex all-in-ones made the team, putting multiple models at or around the $1,000 price point.
Even though they’re already on sale, you’ll see a tiny “35% off list price” banner over select OptiPlex models. Entering the code SAVE35 in your cart can save you an extra $100 to $200 compared to its original advertised sale price.
Dell OptiPlex is a business-oriented line (compared to the more personal use target of the all-in-one Inspirons). The price hike can mostly be attributed to quick release tabs on parts like the hard drive — a bonus for people handling the updates on multiple computers or people who want to build their own PC.
But for less than $800, it’s not far fetched to consider the OptiPlex 7470 for your home: This badass hybrid packs the power of an i5 Intel Core Processor and an HDR 4K monitor, plus an included Dell Premier wireless keyboard and mouse.
Other OptiPlex models on sale:
For at least $500 cheaper than the most affordable iMac, your office can still sport a silver all-in-one — with a handsomely-crafted arch or A-frame stand for more stability than the typical monitor neck. The 24-inch FHD display feels even larger stretched across razor-thin bezels that Apple hasn’t yet achieved. Under the hood, a tenth generation i3 Intel Core processor and DDR4 memory keep tabs and tasks lag-free. Other features include a pop-up webcam.
