Refurbished Desktop Computers Towers

Save money on essential business machines by getting refurbished desktop computers for the office. Refurbished PCs are more affordable than new ones and usually just as reliable. These are pre-owned computers inspected and repaired by professional technicians before retailers put them on sale again. Ordering refurbished units can help small offices keep their equipment costs down while upgrading to faster computers. Browse the large inventory of computers at Staples to find a varied selection of refurbished desktops from leading brands like HP, Dell, and Lenovo.

Pick the right refurbished desktop computers for your home or office
Desktop computers are available in tower and all-in-one unit form factors. All-in-one units have their processing and storage units built into flat-screen monitors. Towers are standalone box-shaped units that users must connect to monitors or to refurbished computer monitors. Consider available office space and required processing power when choosing refurbished desktop towers. Full-sized towers take up the most space and usually have more powerful components than mid-size and mini-towers. Small form factor (SFF) desktops and thin units are slimmer than regular towers.

The two-in-one design of an all-in-one desktop computer makes it more affordable and takes up less space than a tower-and-monitor setup. An all-in-one also looks sleeker and helps reduce desk clutter. On the other hand, full- and mid-size towers are usually more powerful and are easier to open for repairs. Towers have easily replaceable components, while all-in-one desktops mostly use soldered components.

Hardware features to consider when shopping for refurbished desktop computers
The performance of a refurbished computer depends on hardware components like CPU, memory, GPU, and storage. When comparing processors, consider their clock speed and core counts. Entry-level CPUs from Intel and AMD have two cores, while mid-tier units are quad-core processors. Offices that run resource-intensive programs need high-end CPUs like Intel Core i7 and i9 chips or AMD Ryzen 9 processors. The minimum memory to look for in a refurbished PC is 4GB RAM. For smooth performance, get one with 8GB RAM. Models with 16GB and 32GB memories are better for heavy workloads.

Businesses that use graphics-intensive software need desktop computers with discrete graphics processing units. Consider models with NVIDIA and AMD graphics cards with at least 2GB video RAM to render high-resolution images and videos. Hard disk drives (HDDs) and solid-state drives (SSDs) are the two storage options available for computers. SSDs are faster and more reliable. They also run quieter and consume less power. However, HDDs are more affordable and available in higher capacities. If you do opt for a desktop computer with an HDD, consider getting a 7,200-rpm one. It’s faster than the 5,400-rpm HDDs usually found in budget models.

Do refurbished desktop computers have warranties?
Yes. These units have generous warranties. Sellers and retailers usually offer comparable or longer warranties on refurbished units compared to new ones to assure shoppers of their reliability.

Are all refurbished desktop computers Windows PCs?
No. Just as most new desktop computers are Windows machines, most refurbished units also run this operating system. However, it’s possible to find refurbished desktops running macOS, Linux, and Chrome OS.

Do refurbished desktop computers look like new or used PCs?
While some refurbished desktops are used computers, most are items returned barely used or unopened. Retailers classify even unopened computers as refurbished because they cannot list them as new by law. In most cases, refurbished desktops come in "like new" condition, but some may have visible scuff marks. Retailers sometimes use the ABC grading system to label the conditions of electronics. A-Grade units are pristine, while C-grade ones look visibly worn.