The General User doesn't require many resources to satisfy their needs. Surfing the web, checking email, and watching the occasional movie take up very few resources like RAM(Random Access Memory) and CPU(Central Processing Unit).
HP Desktop Computer
Cost- $300 Resources- 4GB RAM, AMD Vision Processor Summary- For $300 you can't beat the price. It gives you plenty of RAM and CPU power for the general user.
Apple MAc Mini
Cost- $588 Resources- 4GB RAM, Intel i5 Processor Summary- For almost $600 and the cheapest Apple computer out there, it gives you more than you need. But it gives you a little extra breathing room also which is nice.