With the release of Windows 8, there has been a flurry of desktops, laptops, ultrabooks and tablets from almost all manufacturers. And with Window 8 being touch friendly, most of these have touch enabled screens as well. Previously we had covered some of the All-in-One desktops announced before the release of Windows 8. With the official release of Windows 8, these desktops are now available for purchase.
If you are planning to get a new desktop, this is the time as there are so many desktops featuring Windows 8 which are customizable. Here is a list of the best All-in-One desktops available and running on Windows 8. Although these desktops are available with touchscreens, you can also choose the non touchscreen versions for few of them.
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Dell XPS One 27:
If you are looking for a large monitor, Dell XPS One 27 is one of the best AIOs with Windows 8. With 3rd Gen Intel Quad Core processors, the new Windows 8 OS and up to 16GB of DDR3 1600MHz memory, XPS One 27 is designed for fast and efficient multitasking.
Lenovo IdeaCenter A720:
IdeaCenter A720 comes with a 27inch display and supports Up to 3rd generation Intel Core i7 processors. The 10-point multitouch LED screen offers excellent experience with Windows 8. The Aluminium body construction and the construction makes it easy to use with Windows 8 with the hinge action making the screen flat into a touchscreen table.
Sony VIAO L:
Sony VIAO L comes with 3rd gen Intel Corei7 quad core processor (configurable) and features Windows 8 Pro. It has a 24″ (diag.) 2D or 3D Full HD touch display along with TV tuner with remote control, HDMI input and output. With a Full HD 1080p touchscreen display, it features the same X-Reality Engine found in Sony TVs and premium audio for brilliant, immersive entertainment. This slim space-saver looks great desk-top or mounted on a wall. The starting price range is $1199.99.
HP Envy Touchsmart 23:
The HP ENVY 23 TouchSmart PCs offer 23 inch diagonal high-definition (HD) display. They come equipped with the latest Intel processors, optional ExpressCache and solid state drives (SSDs), and up to 3 terabytes of storage for photos, videos and music. The ExpressCache SSD option provides users with fast boot-up and application start times. It is priced at $999.
HP Spectre One:
The HP SpectreONE AiO PC has a gorgeous ultraslim design complemented by a 23.6-inch flush-glass full HD displayand a unique curved back. At just 11.5 millimeters thin, the HP SpectreONE is the thinnest AiO PC in HP’s portfolio, and one of the thinnest AiO PCs available on the market today. An accompanying stylish wireless trackpad, designed specifically for the HP SpectreONE, offers users freedom of movement with multitouch capabilities. Users can scroll, swipe and tap their way through the new Windows 8 environment. Spectre One is priced at $1,299.
ASUS ET 2701:
ASUS ET2701 comes with a 27-inch, 10-point multi-touch screen with 1920 x 1080 Full HD LED-backlit display for HD media playback and a Slim, space-saving modern design with wall mount capability. It has 3rd Gen Intel Core processor with Intel Turbo Boost 2.0 Technology that delivers responsive multitasking performance for your day-to-day tasks. Sporting a sleek modern design and using the latest PC technology, the ASUS ET2701 All-in-One PC Series delivers an inspired mix of convenience and versatility to your home.