Learn About Desktop Form Factors

What is it?

Desktops come in many shapes and sizes, most notably:

• Pre-Built

  Pre-Built Tower, also known as PC case, is the enclosure that houses all the main computer parts (CPU, GPU, Memory, Storage, Motherboard, Power Supply). It comes in many shapes and sizes. Pre-Builds are sold with all the parts already assembled. They are usually sold separately from other PC accessories (Mouse, Keyboard, Speakers, Monitor). They are usually easily upgradable.

• Custom Build

  Custom Build Tower, also known as PC case, is the enclosure that houses all the main computer parts (CPU, GPU, Memory, Storage, Motherboard, Power Supply). It comes in many shapes and sizes. Custom builds are sold in separate parts that need to be assembled by the user. They are usually easily upgradable.

• All In One

  All in one computers are desktop computers that have all the main computer parts (CPU, GPU, Memory, Storage, Motherboard, Power Supply). and PC accessories (Mouse, Keyboard, Speaker, Monitor) built-in the enclosure. They are only sold as pre-built. They are not easily upgradable.

Which one should I get?

Pre-Built

Get a Tower for the following reasons:

1. You don't want to build it yourself
2. You already have your own PC accessories
3. Easy to upgrade
4. Easy to expand
5. Easy to repair

Custom Build

Get a Tower for the following reasons:

1. You want to experience building it yourself
2. You already have your own PC accessories
3. Flexibility in fine-tuning it to your needs
4. Easier to upgrade
5. Easier to expand
6. Easier to repair

All In One

Get an All in One for the following reasons:

1. You don't have your own PC accessories
2. You don't see yourself upgrading your PC parts
3. Cleaner, more compact design

Help Me Choose My Desktop

We have made a very simple tool that helps you choose your Desktop by just answering few simple questions. So that you choose the best Desktop for your needs.