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Refurbished Desktop Computers

Upgrade your workspace for less with our collection of refurbished desktop computers. Featuring trusted brands like Dell, HP, and Lenovo, these professionally tested systems offer dependable performance and excellent value for home users, students, remote workers, and businesses across Canada.

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    Dell OptiPlex 7040 Micro Desktop Intel i5-6500T 2.5 GHz 16GB 512GB SSD Windows 10 Pro Refurbished

    Dell
    148 in stock

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    HP ProDesk 400 G7 Small Form Factor Desktop i7-10700 2.9 GHz 32GB 2TB SSD Windows 11 Pro Refurbished

    HP
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    HP ProDesk 400 G7 Small Form Factor Desktop i7-10700 2.9 GHz 32GB 1TB SSD Windows 11 Pro Refurbished

    HP
    69 in stock

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    HP ProDesk 400 G7 Small Form Factor Desktop i7-10700 2.9 GHz 32GB 512GB SSD Windows 11 Pro Refurbished

    HP
    67 in stock

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    HP ProDesk 400 G7 Small Form Factor Desktop i5-10500 3.1 GHz 32GB 2TB Windows 11 Pro Refurbished

    HP
    75 in stock

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    HP ProDesk 400 G7 Small Form Factor Desktop i5-10500 3.1 GHz 32GB 1TB Windows 11 Pro Refurbished

    HP
    68 in stock

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    HP ProDesk 400 G7 Small Form Factor Desktop i5-10500 3.1 GHz 32GB 512GB SSD Windows 11 Pro Refurbished

    HP
    60 in stock

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    HP ProDesk 400 G7 Small Form Factor Desktop i5-10500 3.1 GHz 16GB 512GB SSD Windows 11 Pro Refurbished

    HP
    40 in stock

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    HP ProDesk 400 G7 Small Form Factor Desktop i5-10500 3.1 GHz 16GB 256GB SSD Windows 11 Pro Refurbished

    HP
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    HP ProDesk 400 G7 Small Form Factor Desktop i7-10700 2.9 GHz 16GB 512GB SSD Windows 11 Pro Refurbished

    HP
    72 in stock

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    HP ProDesk 400 G7 Small Form Factor Desktop i7-10700 2.9 GHz 16GB 256GB SSD Windows 11 Pro Refurbished

    HP
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    HP ProDesk 600 G6 Micro Desktop Intel I5-10500T 2.3GHz 16GB 512GB SSD Windows 11 Pro Refurbished

    HP
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    HP ProDesk 600 G6 Micro Desktop Intel I5-10500T 2.3GHz 16GB 256GB SSD Windows 11 Pro Refurbished

    HP
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    Lenovo ThinkCentre M715Q Tiny Desktop AMD PRO-A10-7350B 2.1 GHz 16GB 256GB SSD Windows 10 Pro - Refurbished

    Lenovo
    43 in stock

    Boost your efficiency. ThinkCentre has many years of experience in delivering customer-driven desktop innovation by always developing quicker and s...

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    Lenovo ThinkCentre M715Q Tiny Desktop AMD PRO-A10-7350B 2.1 GHz 16GB 512GB SSD Windows 10 Pro - Refurbished

    Lenovo
    49 in stock

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  • HP EliteDesk 800 G6 Mini Desktop i5-10500, 16GB RAM, 256 GB Solid State Drive, Windows 10 Pro - Refurbished
    HP EliteDesk 800 G6 Mini Desktop i5-10500, 16GB RAM, 256 GB Solid State Drive, Windows 10 Pro - Refurbished
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    HP EliteDesk 800 G6 Mini Desktop i7-10700T, 16GB RAM, 512GB Solid State Drive, Windows 11 Pro - Refurbished

    HP
    396 in stock

    Boost your efficiency. HP has over 25 years of experience in delivering customer-driven desktop innovation by always developing quicker and smarter...

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  • HP EliteDesk 800 G6 Mini Desktop i5-10500, 16GB RAM, 256 GB Solid State Drive, Windows 10 Pro - Refurbished
    HP EliteDesk 800 G6 Mini Desktop i5-10500, 16GB RAM, 256 GB Solid State Drive, Windows 10 Pro - Refurbished
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    HP EliteDesk 800 G6 Mini Desktop i7-10700T, 16GB RAM, 256GB Solid State Drive, Windows 11 Pro - Refurbished

    HP
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    HP ProDesk 600 G6 Tower Desktop Intel i5-10400 2.9 GHz 16GB 512GB SSD Windows 11 Pro Refurbished

    HP
    71 in stock

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    HP ProDesk 600 G6 Tower Desktop Intel i5-10400 2.9 GHz 16GB 256GB SSD Windows 11 Pro Refurbished

    HP
    64 in stock

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    Dell Workstation 3420 Small Form Factor Desktop Intel i5-6500 3.2 GHz 32GB 1TB SSD Windows 10 Pro Refurbished

    Dell
    44 in stock

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    Dell Workstation 3420 Small Form Factor Desktop Intel i5-6500 3.2 GHz 8GB 256GB Windows 10 Pro Refurbished

    Dell
    44 in stock

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    Dell Workstation 3420 Small Form Factor Desktop Intel i5-6500 3.2 GHz 16GB 512GB Windows 10 Pro Refurbished

    Dell
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    HP Workstation Z400 Tower Desktop Intel Xeon W3565 3.2 GHz 16GB 1TB HDD + 2TB HDD Windows 10 Pro Refurbished

    HP
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    HP Workstation Z230 Tower Desktop i7-4790 3.6 GHz 16GB 240GB SSD + 1TB HDD Windows 10 Pro Refurbished

    HP
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    Dell OptiPlex XE2 Small Form Factor Desktop i7-4770S 3.9 GHz 8GB 128GB SSD Windows 10 Pro Refurbished

    Dell
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    Boost your efficiency. Optiplex has many years of experience in delivering customer-driven desktop innovation by always developing quicker and smar...

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    Dell Precision T1650 Tower Desktop i7-3770 3.9 GHz 16GB 1TB HDD Windows 10 Pro Refurbished

    Dell
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    Lenovo ThinkCentre M600 Tiny Desktop Pentium J3710 1.6 GHz 4GB 128GB SSD Windows 10 Pro - Refurbished

    Lenovo
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    HP Compaq 8200 Elite Tower Desktop Intel Core i5-2400 3.1GHz, 8GB RAM, 250GB Hard Disk Drive, Windows 10 Pro - Refurbished

    HP
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    Brand: HP Model: 8200 TOWER Memory: 8GB RAM Hard Drive: 250GB HDD Processor: Intel i5-2400 Speed: 3.1 GHz Front:4 USB 2.0 ports; Headphone jack; Mi...

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    HP Compaq 8100 Elite Tower Desktop i5-650 3.2 GHz 8GB 1TB HDD Windows 10 Pro Refurbished

    HP
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    HP ProDesk 280 G1 Tower Desktop i3-4170 3.7 GHz 8GB 1TB HDD Windows 10 Pro Refurbished

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    HP ProDesk 260 G2 Mini Desktop i3-6100U 2.3 GHz 4GB 500GB HDD Windows 10 Pro Refurbished

    HP
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    Dell OptiPlex XE3 Small Form Factor Desktop i5-8500 3.00 GHz 8GB 256GB SSD Windows 11 Pro Refurbished

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    Dell OptiPlex XE3 Small Form Factor Desktop i5-8500 3.00 GHz 16GB 1TB HDD Windows 10 Pro Refurbished

    Dell
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    Lenovo ThinkCentre M600 Tiny Desktop Pentium J3710 1.6 GHz 8GB 256GB SSD Windows 10 Pro - Refurbished

    Lenovo
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    Dell 3040 Mini Desktop i5-6500T 16GB RAM 256GB Solid State Drive Wireless keyboard and mouse Windows 10 Pro - Refurbished

    Dell
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    This Dell 3040 Mini Desktop is perfect for your media center setup. It includes an HDMI cable and wireless keyboard and mouse, allowing you to sta...

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  • Dell OptiPlex 7060 Mini Desktop - Intel Core i5-8500T 2.4GHz, 8GB RAM, 256GB NVME SSD Windows 10 Pro - Refurbished
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    Dell OptiPlex 7060 Mini Desktop - Intel Core i5-8500T 2.1GHz, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD Windows 11 Pro – Refurbished

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    Technical Specs Intel Core i5-8500T (8th Generation) 2.1 GHz Processor Speed Mini Desktop 16GB DDR4 RAM 256GB Solid State Drive Comes pre-install...

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Whether you're working from home, managing everyday tasks, attending online classes, or running business applications, you'll find a desktop to match your needs. From compact space-saving designs to powerful systems with room for future upgrades, our collection includes options for virtually every workspace and budget. These renewed desktops offer an affordable way to access reliable business-class performance without paying new-computer prices.

Find the Right Desktop for Your Needs

Choose from industry-leading brands such as Dell, HP, and Lenovo, each offering dependable performance for a wide range of users. Whether it's a durable Dell OptiPlex, a productivity-focused HP ProDesk or EliteDesk, or a reliable Lenovo ThinkCentre, you'll find a desktop designed to handle everyday tasks with ease. Many of these renewed desktops were originally built for professional environments, making them an excellent choice for long-term reliability.

You'll also find a variety of desktop form factors to suit different workspaces and requirements:

  • Small Form Factor (SFF): Compact and space-saving, ideal for home offices and everyday business use.
  • Micro Tower: A versatile option that balances a smaller footprint with room for future upgrades.
  • Tower: The best choice for users who need maximum expandability, additional storage, or higher-performance configurations.
  • Ultra Small Form Factor: Designed for environments where desk space is at a premium while still delivering reliable everyday performance.

Whether you're upgrading an aging computer or equipping an entire office, our refurbished desktop computers deliver dependable performance, business-class quality, and exceptional value compared to buying new.

Frequently Asked Questions about Refurbished Desktop Computers

Find answers to the most commonly asked questions about Refurbished Desktop Computers below, including details about specifications, condition, warranty, and what to look for when choosing the right one for yourself.

What is the difference between a refurbished desktop and a used desktop?

A used desktop is typically sold as-is by its previous owner. A refurbished desktop has been professionally tested, inspected, cleaned, and verified to ensure it meets quality standards before being resold. This helps provide a more reliable buying experience and is one reason why many shoppers prefer renewed desktops over traditional second-hand computers.

Do refurbished desktop computers come with Windows installed?

Most refurbished desktop computers include a licensed version of Windows and are ready to use right out of the box. Many newer systems are also Windows 11 compatible, helping ensure support for modern software and security updates. Many renewed desktops are configured and ready to use immediately after setup.

What form factor should I choose: Mini, SFF, or Tower?

The right refurbished desktop computer depends on how much performance, upgradeability, and desk space you need.

Mini desktops are the smallest option, often measuring less than 8 inches wide. They're ideal for web browsing, Microsoft Office, email, online learning, and point-of-sale systems. Most Mini desktops support up to 32GB of RAM and one SSD, but upgrade options are limited. Popular examples include the Dell OptiPlex Micro, HP EliteDesk Mini, and Lenovo ThinkCentre Tiny.

Small Form Factor (SFF) desktops are the most popular choice for home and office users. They typically support up to 64GB of RAM, multiple storage drives, dual or triple monitors, and some low-profile graphics cards. Models like the Dell OptiPlex SFF, HP ProDesk SFF, and Lenovo ThinkCentre SFF offer an excellent balance of performance, expandability, and space savings.

Tower desktops provide the most room for upgrades and performance enhancements. They can accommodate dedicated graphics cards, multiple SSDs and hard drives, larger power supplies, and additional cooling. Tower refurb desktops are ideal for video editing, CAD software, content creation, and gaming setups that may require future upgrades..

What are the best brands for refurbished desktop computers?

Dell, HP, and Lenovo are among the most trusted brands for refurbished desktop computers. Dell OptiPlex systems are known for reliability and easy maintenance, HP EliteDesk and ProDesk desktops offer excellent business performance, and Lenovo ThinkCentre models are built for durability and long-term use. These business-class systems are some of the most popular renewed desktops because they were originally designed for professional environments and years of daily use.

What should I consider when choosing a desktop for business use?

Start by matching the specs to your workload. For typical office multitasking, an Intel i5 or Ryzen 5 processor handles things well; 16GB of RAM keeps multiple apps responsive; and a 512GB SSD makes a meaningful difference in boot and file access times compared to an HDD. On the security side, look for Windows 11 Pro, TPM 2.0, and BIOS-level protection,  these come standard on most business-class models. For connectivity, confirm DisplayPort or HDMI for monitors, USB-C, and either Gigabit Ethernet or Wi-Fi 6 depending on your network setup.

Form factor is worth thinking about too: SFF works well for smaller desks, and a Tower is the better choice if you anticipate needing more expansion room later. Always check warranty coverage, cosmetic grade, and return policy before committing.

How do I choose a desktop computer?

The right desktop depends entirely on how you plan to use it. For everyday tasks like browsing, documents, streaming, an Intel i5 or Ryzen 5 with 16GB RAM and a 512GB SSD covers everything you need, and integrated graphics handles dual-display setups without issue. For creative work or heavy multitasking, step up to an i7 or Ryzen 7, 32GB RAM, a 1TB SSD, and a dedicated GPU for photo or video work.

Beyond specs, think about ports (a mix of USB-A, USB-C, DisplayPort, and HDMI covers most setups), networking (built-in Wi-Fi 5/6 or Ethernet), and form factor: Mini for tight spaces, SFF for a balanced everyday workstation, Tower for maximum upgradeability. Comparing several refurb desktops side by side can help you find the best balance of performance, storage, and value.

Can refurbished desktops handle light gaming or creative work?

Yes. Many refurbished desktop computers from Dell, HP, and Lenovo can handle light gaming, photo editing, graphic design, and content creation. For the best experience, look for a Dell OptiPlex, HP EliteDesk, HP ProDesk, or Lenovo ThinkCentre with an Intel Core i5 or i7 processor, 16GB of RAM, and SSD storage. These specifications are well-suited for applications like Adobe Photoshop, Canva, and Lightroom, as well as games such as Minecraft, Fortnite, and Rocket League.

For more demanding workloads, including video editing or higher-end gaming, consider a refurbished desktop with additional RAM and a dedicated graphics card. Many refurb desktops also offer upgrade flexibility, allowing you to improve performance as your needs grow.

How important are warranty and grading when buying refurbished desktops?

Both matter, and they cover different things. The cosmetic grade, A or B,  tells you what to expect visually. Grade A is near-new with minimal wear; Grade B has light marks or scuffs but the same internal quality and performance. Grading purely affects appearance, so if cosmetics aren't a priority, a Grade B unit is functionally identical to Grade A and usually cheaper.

Warranty covers the functional side: hardware defects, performance issues, and early failures. It's your access to support, repairs, or replacements if something goes wrong. A refurbished desktop without a warranty is essentially a used desktop, the warranty is what makes "refurbished" meaningful.

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