Below is the results of my extensive research on the best new computer options in buying a new computer. I also attached an excel spreadsheet file that can help you decide whether a laptop or a desktop is best for you: New-Computer-Decision Excel File
Desktop: $2850 (i7-3770 (3.4 ghz), 32 GB Ram, 2TB HD w/ 256GB SSD Ram, Nvidia Geforce GTX660 1.5 GB)
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http://www.amazon.com/Dell-
Dell XPS one (touchscreen desktop): $2600 (i7-3770 (3.4 Ghz), 16GB ram, 2 TB HD w/ 32 GB ssd)
ANY LAPTOP BELOW REQUIRES $700- 1000 MONITOR!
Dell 15z ultrabook w/ touch screen $1000 (i7 2.6 Ghz, 8GB Ram, 500 GB drive + 32 GB ssd, nvidia geforce 630m w/ 2gb DDR3)
Dell XPS 12 (ultrabook/tablet touchscreen) $1700: (i7 2.6 Ghz, 8 GB Ram, 256 SSD, Intel HD 4000)
Macbook Pro 15” $2800: (i7 2.7 Ghz, 16 GB Ram, 512 GB SSD, Nvidia Geforce GT 650m 1 GB GDDR5)