Compare All-in-One Computers

15 ranked products · Two to 4 at a time · Updated 26 Sept 2026

Pick any two to four of the 15 ranked all-in-one computers and read them side by side. This page opens on the board's top 3, Apple iMac 24-inch M4, Lenovo Yoga AIO 27 and Dell 24 All-in-One (EC24250).

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All-in-One Computers compared side by side. Each column is one product, each row is one measure taken from the same research that built the board.
Measure	Apple Apple iMac 24-inch M4	Lenovo Lenovo Yoga AIO 27	Dell Dell 24 All-in-One (EC24250)	Dell Dell Pro 24 All-in-One	HP HP OmniStudio X 31.5 AIO	HP HP Envy Move	Dell Dell 27 All-in-One (EC27250)	MSI MSI Modern AM271P 11M	Lenovo Lenovo ThinkCentre AIO	Lenovo Lenovo IdeaCentre AIO 27IRH9	Dell Dell Inspiron 24 5420 All-in-One	Dell Dell Inspiron 24 5430 AIO	Dell Dell Inspiron 7730 (AIO)	HP HP Pavilion 24 All-In-One	HP HP 22-dg0040 (All-In-One)
Tier	S	S	A	A	B	C	C	C	D	D	F	F	F	F	F
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Ladder points	1535 LP	1005 LP	820 LP	667 LP	575 LP	421 LP	368 LP	368 LP	322 LP	213 LP	98 LP	83 LP	0 LP	0 LP	0 LP
Our verdict	the only AIO on this board with a genuinely multi-year ownership story. Apple's silicon efficiency means the chassis runs cool and quiet for years, macOS delivers roughly seven years of OS updates per machine, and the sealed aluminum construction has one of the lowest desktop failure rates in the industry. Under this lens nothing else is close for first place.	the Windows pick of both Wirecutter and Tom's Guide, with a genuinely premium 27-inch display and build that should age gracefully. Lenovo's consumer support is middling, which is the one thing holding it below the Dell commercial line under this lens.	the current default family Windows AIO by critical consensus, and Dell's consumer line has a solid reliability record. It ranks below the Pro line and the premium 27-inch units only because its budget panel and consumer-grade warranty cap its long-horizon score.	Dell's Pro line is the commercial-grade sibling of the consumer Inspiron and Dell 24 units, and it is the strongest Windows answer to the longevity question. Business chassis get longer driver and BIOS support windows, standard multi-year onsite warranty, and enterprise parts availability, which is exactly what this lens pays for.	Over-hyped for its 4K display, but reviews point to sluggish performance and a cramped internal layout that limits upgradeability. Better to choose a tower+monitor combo.	the most interesting design on the board, a battery-equipped portable AIO with a carrying sleeve built into the design, and HP's Envy build quality is a step above its Pavilion line. It ranks below the fixed premium units because the battery and moving parts are additional failure surfaces over a multi-year horizon, and it is a niche tool rather than a default family PC.	the same current Dell consumer platform as the Dell 24 with a larger 27-inch panel, so it inherits the same support and reliability story with more screen to grow into. It sits just under the Dell 24 because the smaller unit is the one carrying the critical consensus and the sharper value.	MSI's Modern line is its business-oriented AIO family, with a restrained design and a 27-inch panel that holds up over years of office duty. It ranks mid-board because MSI's warranty and firmware-support reputation is thinner than Dell's or Apple's, so the ownership tail is less certain even though the hardware is honest.	Lenovo's commercial line sits on a brand that leads industry reliability reports, with multi-year warranty options built for service. Ranks below the Dell Pro only because product-specific test evidence was thinner in this pass.	a current-generation budget 27-inch AIO that does the basics honestly, and it is a legitimate pick for a light-duty family machine. It sits near the bottom of the picks because the plastic chassis, dimmer panel, and Lenovo's entry-level support tier all shorten its comfortable ownership span.	the previous-generation Inspiron 24 that retail channels still carry, and it is exactly what a budget buyer cross-shops against the 5430. It is a trap because it is superseded hardware with an older panel and platform, and the 5430 or the Dell 24 (EC24250) is the same money done properly.	the weakest of the picks but still a current, supported model with Dell's decent consumer reliability behind it. It earns its place as the entry point for buyers who want the Dell ownership story on a budget, and nothing more.	a trap precisely because it looks like the sensible 27-inch Inspiron upgrade but Dell has already discontinued it, which means a shrinking firmware and driver runway and a parts path that closes early. Buy the Dell 27 All-in-One (EC27250) or the Dell 24 (EC24250) instead.	the Pavilion line coasts on HP's brand recognition while offering a dim low-grade panel and budget internals that age poorly, and it is the default HP that budget shoppers cross-shop against the Envy and OmniStudio lines. Under a longevity lens it is the classic coasting-on-reputation buy. Step up to the HP OmniStudio X 31.5 or the Dell 24 (EC24250).	an old small-screen budget unit that still appears in retail listings and tempts first-time buyers with its low cost of entry. The tiny low-resolution panel and dated platform make it a poor multi-year ownership bet, and the Dell 24 (EC24250) or the Dell Inspiron 24 5430 AIO is the better cheap-and-durable answer.
What reviewers rate	Silicon efficiency keeps the system cool and quiet Sealed aluminum chassis offers low failure rates macOS provides long-term OS updates Strong performance, sharp display and sleek design	27-inch premium display offers sharp visuals Solid build quality designed to age gracefully Recommended by multiple reputable guides Near-flagship screen, chassis and performance without flagship money	Balanced performance suitable for most families Solid reliability record from Dell's consumer line PCMag's best pick for most users Core 7-150U with modern DDR5 in a slim 23.8-inch FHD package	Enterprise parts availability ensures long-term support Height-adjustable stand and business security features such as a Kensington slot Sensible, quiet, well-built office AIO Business-grade with Intel Core Ultra vPro	Intel Core i7-13700H 32 GB RAM 31.5-inch display High performance in large form factor	Portable AIO design with built-in carrying sleeve Envy-grade build quality above Pavilion line Built-in battery and carry handle that genuinely work as a room-to-room family computer A genuinely distinct product	Larger 27-inch screen provides more workspace Same reliable platform as Dell 24 model A fine big-screen family AIO Larger 27-inch display	Business-oriented design suitable for office duty 27-inch panel holds up over years Business-flavored 27-inch AIO Delivers a better panel and webcam than its price suggests	Lenovo's commercial line with multi-year warranty options Image-stability support built for service Lenovo frequently leads industry reliability tables Designed for business environments with easy fleet management	Current-generation budget 27-inch AIO Handles basic tasks reliably Budget 27-inch AIO with slim bezels, speakers and an ergonomic stand Delivers most of what the pricier 27-inch boards offer for browsing-and-documents households	99 percent sRGB FHD IPS panel Acceptable performance	Current supported model from Dell Decent consumer reliability FHD IPS display with Intel Core processors A name-brand 24-inch AIO for the least money	Quiet and space-efficient 27-inch FHD WVA InfinityEdge touch display 32GB RAM and 1TB SSD in the listed configuration Space-efficient design with silent operation and low maintenance, per the Inspiron AIO line's general reputation	Affordable HP option Mainstream budget AIO Ryzen 5 machine positioned for modern home offices and students Budget-friendly	Mature and simple dg-series formula with few failure points Suited to light-duty ownership HP's perennial entry recommendation
Where it falls short	Base configuration's storage is stingy and non-upgradeable Real-world everyday advantage over cheaper Windows rivals does not justify the price gap for most buyers Limited to macOS All-in-ones carry a premium over a mini PC plus monitor	Consumer support is only middling Lenovo's consumer support track record is a step behind its own ThinkCentre channels Typically costs more than the Dell 24 for a similar everyday experience	Budget panel may not match higher-end displays Not a performance powerhouse No performance powerhouse; a match for basic work rather than demanding loads Not suitable for high-performance gaming	Business-channel pricing dulls its value against the consumer Dell 24 Less editorial coverage than consumer model Business premium for vPro and manageability features a home buyer will never use	Sluggish performance Cramped internal layout Limited upgradeability High price compared to similar models	Battery and moving parts add potential failure points The portability premium is money not spent on performance Built-in battery is one more component that can fail Portability premium reduces performance per dollar	Lacks the critical consensus of the smaller unit Lacks specific editorial testing cited for the 24-inch model No performance advantage over smaller sibling Stale platform with older Intel Core 7 150U	Warranty and firmware support thinner than competitors Never a top pick in roundups MSI's desktop support and warranty reputation is thinner than Dell's, Lenovo's, HP's, or Apple's Two generations behind current Core Ultra and M4 silicon	Underwhelming performance Mixed firmware support Less attractive for general consumers Unknown performance and features	Plastic chassis and dimmer panel limit longevity Entry-level support tier caps lifespan Outclassed by Yoga AIO in performance Lenovo's consumer line rather than the business ThinkCentre line	Superseded hardware with older panel and platform Older chassis, weaker chip and duller panel than its successors Superseded by the newer 5430 and the Dell 24 All-in-One (EC24250) Outclassed by newer Dell 24 All-in-One	Weakest among picks, limited features Dated panel and chip Older generation, replaced by newer model Design and build quality are miles away from what you get with the iMac	Discontinued product with shrinking firmware and driver support No longer available from Dell Only a 1920x1080 panel stretched across 27 inches Low-power Core 7-150U with a modest MX570 GPU	Dim low-grade panel and budget internals age poorly Aging, entry-level hardware Outclassed per unit of currency by the Dell 24 All-in-One (EC24250) and the Lenovo IdeaCentre AIO 27IRH9 Platform dates to 2022, per the 24-cb1xxx series documentation	Old small-screen unit with low-resolution panel and dated platform Small, low-resolution 21.5-inch panel Weakest-in-class components Not cheap enough to justify how much computer you give up
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