Might be worth checking out anything from Taiwanese companies (e.g., ASUS, Acer, Gigabyte). Otherwise, my understanding is Taiwan has a lower sales tax so even if priced similarly, you might come out ahead if you won't be facing any additional duties at the border.
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Are There Any Tech (Mobile/Tablet/Laptop/E-Reader) That's Much Cheaper When Bought in Taiwan? | Spyke
Interesting question! That'll probably depend on which country you're coming from.
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Might be worth checking out anything from Taiwanese companies (e.g., ASUS, Acer, Gigabyte). Otherwise, my understanding is Taiwan has a lower sales tax so even if priced similarly, you might come out ahead if you won't be facing any additional duties at the border.