The technical issues around desktop and
laptop computers can often be as confusing as
the pricing issues. We all think that we know what we want from a
computer. We know if it's a cheap desktop or laptop that we want or whether
we are happy with a straightforward notebook. However, when we suddenly find
that there are hundreds of different pieces of technology, with differing
capacities and competencies and widely diverse prices, we have to stop and
think! Fortunately, there are many reliable comparison
sites, some of which provide useful user and technical reviews of
the P.C. Not all the sites concentrate solely on the price.
Many are interested at least as much, if not more, in the hardware's
technical specifications and its performance. We have listed
contributions from both types of site so that all varieties of
potential computer purchaser can compare the different types of computer
price comparison site. Below are some of the more popular ones.
Kelkoo
Computers feature amongst the many products compared by this popular and helpful site.
Within the broad range of computer and computer associated
products that are compared and reviewed by Kelkoo are desktop
and laptop computers as well as a range of hardware, software
and computer peripherals and accessories.
Pricegrabber
Another retail comparison website which
has appeared under other categories on this site. Pricegrabber's
website includes, amongst the extensive range of consumer products that it compares, a wide variety of computers and computer accessories.
PC Site
A dedicated computer comparison and review website, PC Suite compares laptops, provides links to expert laptop reviews and provides access to voucher codes to help the consumer to save money on a laptop purchase. An easy to use and helpful site for those looking to acquire a laptop computer.
Review Centre
Comprehensive and independent worldwide comparison and review site with a multitude of reviews
of computer systems. As with every category that the Review Centre
compares, the computer section is unbiased and thorough. Definitely worth a look.
PC Mag
Provides a really detailed and highly sophisticated review of laptop and desktop computers with contributions from genuine experts in the computing field.
Full of information and product news and reviews, PC Mag is a must
for those who are interested in something more than just a brief
overview of products. Its reviews are thorough and in-depth.
Broadband Deals
Comparing broadband deals from the main UK broadband providers, Broadband Deals also provides a handy 60 second broadband savings test. Comparisons are provided for broadband only, broadband and phone and broadband, television and phone. The site also has links to helpful guides and its own blog.
Well worth a visit if you are looking to compare the cost of broadband deals.
IT Reviews
Another useful review and comparison website for a variety of
computer products, including software, hardware and computer gaming
reviews. The website can also offer the user some useful information
on the optimisation of their computer systems.
Laptop Reviews
As the name of the site suggests, it specialises in the review and
comparison of laptops and notebooks. As such it presents as an
informative, easy to follow and comprehensive analysis of a wide range of portable
computers.
Test Freaks
Reviews from over 60 countries and from thousands of different contributors makes this a site that is well worth considering, particularly
for those who have an interest in the more technical side of
computing and computer technology.
Dealtime
Useful comparison site with an engine that searches according to
both technical specification and price.
Helpful for those who are searching for a clearly identified deal.
Millions of products from thousands of stores are compared and reviewed
by Dealtime, including an extensive selection of laptop and desktop
computers and accessories.
CNet
A leader in the field of electronic product review, Cnet's site
houses a great computer technical and price comparison section from real
specialists in the fields of computers and computing. A must for the
computer experts.
Shopzilla
One of
the leading comparison sites in the UK, Shopzilla provides a
comprehensive comparison of a wide range of laptop and desktop
computers.
Consumer Search - Computers and Internet
Online general shopping comparison site which includes, amongst its
various review
products, a range of computers, laptops and peripherals.
Games Comparison
A great site for the players of computer games, the site compares the prices of Nintendo Wii games, XBox 360 games, PS3 games, DS games and PSP games.
PC Checker
Compares computers in the UK, giving each
of them an individual rating to reveal the best value deals.
Checks the latest prices at online retailers several times a day and
rates over 2000 different computers. A great site for the computer
enthusiast.
Pricerunner
Popular UK comparison site that provides easy access to comparison
of computers desktops, laptops and peripherals. As with all of its
product and price comparisons, Pricerunner can provide useful
information and price savings on computers and computer accessories.
Moneysupermarket
As always,
Moneysupermarket provides a thoroughly comprehensive review and comparison of a
large number of computer products as they continue to try to assist the
consumer in finding the products that they want at the best
available prices.
Bizrate
Provides review and comparisons of computers, laptops, accessories,
peripherals and computer components. A useful site for all those
interested in computing in the wider sense, those who may be
interested in upgrading an existing computer may find what they need
on this site.
Panda Laptops
As you would imagine, from the name of the site, Panda specialise in providing comparisons of laptop computers. They compare products by reference to price, brand, screen size, processor type, processor speed, memory, hard drive an operating system. A useful site to include in your list of computer comparison sites.
Wizmark Computers
Another individual product orientated website, Wizmark provides comparisons of Dell Desktop and Laptop computers as well as links to Hot Deals, Discount Codes, Local Store Deals and Reviews.
So Much Easier
More of a list of the principal online computer retailers than a comparison site as such, but nevertheless
So Much Easier's Website is nevertheless worthy of mention for the easy
to follow list-style layout and the useful links to the external sites.
Broadband Genie
Broadband Genie's Website provides a useful comparison of the costs of
broadband, mobile broadband, Pay as You Go Dongles, contract Dongles and
free laptop deals associated with mobile broadband offers and deals.
Which
Once again, this ever reliable consumer review and comparison site
provides a thorough and unbiased online database for its users,
detailing its view of the best deals available. A must- visit
website for those consumers who demand truly independent advice.
Compare Laptops
Dedicated computer price comparison site, which enables the consumer to search
for laptop deals by reference to popularity, brand colour, price, specifications and store.
Links to computer related accessories and other electronic items are also
provided to the site user.
Planet Prices
Another of
the retail comparison sites in the UK, Planet Prices provides a
comprehensive comparison of a wide range of retail goods, including laptop and desktop
computers. Also compares mobile phones, televisions, games consoles,
digital cameras and media players. Powered by Pricegrabber, there is
also a United States site.
Save Buckets
UK comparison site with easy access to comparisons
of a variety of desktop and laptop computers. Unsurprisingly, their
site suggests that if you are looking for a computer you need to
visit them - to save buckets of money!
ZD Net
Extensive, informative and consumer-friendly comparison and review website. ZD Net provides the user with
genuinely helpful information relating to all aspects of computer
products and performance as well as hardware and software.
Magic Comparison
Technological
website, offering price comparisons of Blu ray, DVD, CD, PC and video games, ipods and the major gaming consoles.
Ciao
Once again, Ciao, one of the foremost worldwide price comparison websites holds its own in the field of computer products, reviewing a vast array of desktop and laptop computers and a seemingly endless selection of products associated with computers and computing.
Compare Console Prices
In the field of gaming computers, this site offers price comparisons of all the major video gaming consoles from all of the leading UK games retailers. For those who are interested in computer games and are looking for a cheap games console, this site may well be worth a look.