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Scan Computers 3XS Carbon
PC Packages; Number of processor cores: Quad-Core; Newest review: 9/2011 The high-end Scan 3XS Carbon PC has an eye-catching SilverStone FT02 chassis, which has been unconventionally designed internally as well. It features a large Thermalright Silver Arrow air cooler, … 1 review |
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Chillblast Fusion Shadow
PC Packages; Number of processor cores: Quad-Core; Newest review: 11/2011
While some of the specs of the Fusion Shadow are to be expected at this price - only 4GB RAM, 1TB hard drive, a cheapish chassis - it is up there with the best when it comes to performance thanks to
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More information at: Micro Mart, issue 1183 (10-16 November 2011) Chillblast Fusion Shadow Chillblast's rigs are usually aimed at gamers with deep pockets, but the Fusion Shadow can be had for just £450. Surely corners have been cut, but can it deliver where it counts? … to review
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Chillblast Fusion Neptune
PC Packages; Number of processor cores: Quad-Core; Newest review: 1/2012
The low price of the Fusion Neptune means a basic chassis, mid-range Intel Core i5-2500K processor running at 3.3GHz, and no discrete graphics card, with the integrated chip capable of 1080p video
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More information at: Micro Mart, issue 1191 (12-18 January 2012) Chillblast Fusion Neptune Very few PCs include peripherals for such a low price, yet for £500 the Chillblast Fusion Neptune has bundled in a wireless mouse and keyboard and a 22-inch screen. … to review
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PC Specialist Fusion 970X
PC Packages; Number of processor cores: Quad-Core; Newest review: 9/2011 Thanks to the Nvidia GTX 560 graphics card, Micro Mart found that the Fusion 970X from PC Specialist blew the others out of the water whenever the GPU was required, making it a good option for … 1 review |
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Overclockers UK Primo 6200a
PC Packages; Number of processor cores: Quad-Core; Newest review: 9/2011 Micro Mart were very pleasantly surprised by the Overclockers UK Primo 6200a's price tag, and despite costing £75 less than the others on test, it still boasts a CPU that can compete with most … 1 review |
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Aria Proteus Student Pro
PC Packages; Number of processor cores: Quad-Core; Newest review: 9/2011 Although the case doesn't offer much in the way of sound absorption, it is one of the more attractive on test, and Aria's Proteus Student Pro comes with a good-quality, comfy keyboard and … 1 review |
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Palicomp Phoenix i7 Z68 Assassin
PC Packages; Number of processor cores: Quad-Core; Newest review: 9/2011
Housed in the Dominator CM690 Advance II case from Cooler Master, Palicomp have created a speedy and well specified system. This desktop computer comes with a hefty 16GB RAM, a whopping 2TB Hitachi
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More information at: PC Advisor, 9/2011 Palicomp Phoenix i7 Z68 Assassin With a large 2TB hard drive and 16GB of RAM, there is no denying that the specification of the Phoenix i7 Z68 Assassin is remarkable, and it doesn't look too bad either. … to review
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Dell Studio XPS 8300 (D00X8318)
Office PC; Number of processor cores: Quad-Core; Newest review: 4/2011 There isn't much wrong with Dell's new Sandy Bridge system, the Studio XPS 8300, it's just that it doesn't perform to the same standards as other similarly-priced PCs and … 2 reviews |
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Yoyotech Piranha A866cs
PC Packages; Number of processor cores: Quad-Core; Newest review: 9/2011 As well as looking nice, the Piranha A866cs from YoyoTech is a lovely system to use, according to Micro Mart. The monitor, which delivers impressive picture quality, is easily the most attractive on … 1 review |
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Braebo Artemis
PC Packages; Number of processor cores: Quad-Core; Newest review: 9/2011 The super-glossy Braebo Artemis is prone to fingerprints, and some parts feel cheaper than they should for the price, but Micro Mart still found lots to like. The speakers are the best on test by … 1 review |
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Chillblast Fusion Volt
PC Packages; Number of processor cores: Quad-Core
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Chillblast Fusion Flash
PC Packages; Number of processor cores: Quad-Core
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Ginger6 G6 Fusion GTX 460i
PC Packages; Number of processor cores: Dual-Core; Newest review: 4/2011 Micro Mart's reviewer was absolutely smitten with the Fusion GTX460i, pointing out that the main reason that makes it such an outstanding system is that it has everything it needs but no … 2 reviews |
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DinoPC Ravenous 2600K
PC Packages; Number of processor cores: Quad-Core; Newest review: 7/2011 Reviewers at PC Advisor were very impressed by the Ravenous 2600K's lightning fast performance, courtesy of its Core i7-2600K CPU and 8GB of RAM, and by the excellent gaming capabilities its ATI … 1 review |
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Eclipse Computers Platinum i726n560
PC Packages; Number of processor cores: Quad-Core; Newest review: 7/2011
Thanks to its dual GTX 560 setup, the Platinum i726n560 is a jawdropping gaming rig. However, PC Advisor pointed out that this makes it terribly noisy and power-hungry, so it's not the best
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More information at: PC Advisor, 7/2011 Eclipse Platinum i726n560 The fact that the i726n560 includes two graphics cards singles it out as a full-on gaming rig, but what about the rest of its spec? … to review
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Chillblast Fusion Quantum
PC Packages; Number of processor cores: Quad-Core; Newest review: 7/2011
Out of the box the Fusion Quantum is a decent, if not spectacular, performer, but PC Advisor pointed out that its Core i7-2600K, Freezer 7 Pro cooler and large case give it excellent overclocking
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More information at: PC Advisor, 7/2011 Chillblast Fusion Quantum The Fusion Quantum's specs make it a solid rig with huge overclocking and upgrading potential. … to review
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Chillblast Fusion Atom
PC Packages; Number of processor cores: Quad-Core; Newest review: 7/2011 There are faster PCs on the market, but as far as all-rounders go, the Fusion Atom is difficult to top. Its excellent integrated graphics give it more gaming grunt than most of its rivals, and its … 1 review |
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Arbico eXcel i5255 Pro
PC Packages; Number of processor cores: Quad-Core; Newest review: 7/2011
Only a couple of shortcomings such as the lack of a multiplier-unlocked CPU or not including a set of speakers kept the eXcel i5255 Pro from getting full marks in PC Advisor's review.
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More information at: PC Advisor, 7/2011 Arbico eXcel i5255 Pro The tiny eXcel i5255 Pro might look unassuming, but its Core i5 CPU means it should have enough grunt to tackle almost any task you care to throw at it. … to review
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Eclipse Computers Matrix i525z68
PC Packages; Number of processor cores: Quad-Core; Newest review: 7/2011
PC Advisor were surprised to see a budget PC sporting a Z68 motherboard, but they soon found out that the catch is that the included components simply can't make the most out of it. Its Core
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More information at: PC Advisor, 7/2011 Eclipse Matrix i525z68 Although the i525z68 is built on a Z68 motherboard, its budget price means that, in order to make the most out of it, you will have to fit it with better components yourself. … to review
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CyberPower Liquid i7 High 5GHz
PC Packages; Number of processor cores: Quad-Core; Newest review: 7/2011
The Liquid High 5GHz is immensely powerful, with a sizable price tag to match, says Expert Reviews, who were especially impressed by this machine's overclock and choice of graphics card.
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More information at: Expert Reviews, 7/2011 CyberPower Liquid High 5GHz With processors boasting more power than ever, and with the inclusion of UEFI on the newest Intel chipset-based motherboards, something of an arms race has begun among manufacturers. It will be interesting to see whose systems can pull out the most performance from today's cutting edge technology. … to review
Product information and further reviews for Complete PC Systems
Dell Studio One 19 PC Pro 5/2009 - Hugely popular at PC Pro, Dell's all-in-ones return with the Studio One 19 series. Without the large 24" Full HD screen in the XPS One 24, these models boast a 19" capacitative touchscreen with integrated software to make the most of it.
Mesh Matrix HD 9950R PC Pro 5/2009 - What was a year ago one of the best CPUs has now fallen in price so significantly and been surpassed by even better technology that it turns up in budget PCs. AMD's Phenom X4 9950 Black Edition makes an appearance in the Mesh Matrix HD 9950R.
RM One ecoquiet 965 PC Pro 5/2009 - RM's One ecoquiet 965 comes with both environmental credentials, being constructed in part of recycled plastics, and a robustness enough to survive the perils of its intended use, classrooms and schools.
HP - TouchSmart 300-1230 IT Reviews 4/2011 - The latest edition of HP's TouchSmart 300 is a solidly built all-in-one desktop PC with a 20in, 16:9 widescreen touch-sensitive display. Just under three inches thick, it sits on two stubby legs, with a third leg that folds out backwards. Depending on how far that stand is extended, the screen can be tilted back at an angle of up to 40 degrees.
Chillblast Fusion Raven PC Advisor 1/2011 - Despite little variation among the specs, Chillblast's Fusion Raven power desktop PC led the pack in both our general-use and gaming tests.
Chillblast Fusion Shogun PC Advisor 1/2011 - Chillblast’s Fusion Shogun is a very well-specified budget desktop PC for the money, and carefully constructed both inside and out.
Chillblast Fusion Dominator PC Pro 12/2008 - With its overclocked processor and 4GB of RAM, the Fusion Dominator looks every part the gaming system.
Sony Vaio VGC-RT1SU PC Pro 12/2008 - Sony's latest all-in-one PC seeks to go one better than the iMac by offering a 25.5-in LCD screen and built-in Blu-ray support. So is this finally an all-in-one to compete with the traditional desktop?
Chillblast Fusion Interceptor PC Pro 10/2008 - On paper the Fusion interceptor impresses even the most discerning critic but does it live up to expectations when it is put to the test?
CyberPower Infinity i5 Hercules Expert Reviews 10/2010 - CyberPower has packed a lot into the Infinity i5 Hercules: there's an overclocked Intel Core i5-760 processor running at 3.36GHz, a 24in Full HD monitor and an ATI Radeon HD 5770 graphics chip that can handle the latest 3D games. All this comes in a well-constructed tower case that's a testament to CyberPower's attention to detail, and backed up by a three-year warranty.
HP TouchSmart IQ506 PC Advisor 7/2008 - While Apple was unleashing its coloured, cuboid and numerous other non-traditionally-designed computers, PC makers were still insisting consumers shell out for boring, beige blocks with as much style as a larper at a christian disco. However, most manufacturers have finally caught up with the public's appetite for design and in the TouchSmart range from HP, people no longer have to rely on Apple for a well thought out all-in-one.
Cyberpower Infinity GTX Extreme PC Advisor 6/2008 - Featuring Nvidia's latest and most powerful graphics card, the Cyberpower Infinity GTX Extreme is advertised as a gaming PC for good reason. The processor has been overclocked for extra performance and the 4GB of RAM should see the system through tough tasks.
CyberPower Infinity i5 Achilles XT Expert Reviews 7/2010 - CyberPower's oddly named Infinity i5 Achilles XT, has an Intel Core i5 750 processor that has been overclocked from its stock speed of 2.66GHz to 3.6GHz. This results in overall benchmark score of 165, which is just one point less than the fastest PC we've seen, the Palicomp Ice Blast 750OC-22. The Achilles comes with a Full HD monitor, however, making it far better value on paper.
Sony Vaio VGC-LT2S home entertainment computer Computer act!ve 4/2008 - Although computers haven't really reached the point where they can be welcomed into living rooms with open arms, products such as the Apple iMac have gone a long way to changing this. The Sony Vaio VGC-LT2SA is another such all in one, which, with its 22in LCD screen and picture frame design, is hoping to earn its own small place in your heart.
PC Specialist Apollo R600 675 PC Pro 11/2007 - When PC Specialist was putting this system together, it's clear it had one thing on its mind: expandability. For example, while most PCs come with a generic power supply that could struggle once you start adding extra drives or or expansion cards, the R600 75 includes a branded FSP 700W power supply.
24in Apple iMac desktop PC PC Advisor 8/2007 - Despite tweaks to the design and specifications, this is a modest, nonradical Apple iMac update. Even so, the striking system will make you look twice. We tested the retail configuration of the 24in iMac. It comes with a 2.4GHz Intel Core 2 Duo T7700 processor, 1GB of memory, a 320GB Serial ATA drive, ATI Radeon HD 2600 Pro graphics with 256MB of GDDR3 memory, and a slot-loading SuperDrive DVD burner.
COCC orBIT Xms Computer Buyer & Upgrades 1/2007 - Newcomer COCC makes its debut with an ultra-cheap PC package.
Rock Meivo PC Pro 6/2007 - Rock isn't well known for its efforts in what marketing types like to call the 'lifestyle space', instead sticking to its core range of notebooks. But it's decided that the time is ripe for a foray into the world of media centre PCs, and the Meivo is its first attempt at the kind of all-in-one PC design pioneered by Sony and Apple.
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A complete PC system is the easiest way to get everything you need in a new PC, secure in the knowledge that everything has been preconfigured and selected to work together flawlessly as a whole.
Systems come with a motherboard, graphics and sound card, hard drive, RAM, optical drive and usually a keyboard and mouse. Be careful though as even though a monitor is usually always shown in pictures, a few systems do not include one as standard. Also have a good look at the specifications and names of manufacturers, the quality of supplied hardware will have a big impact on the speed of the PC.
The amount of RAM should be no less than 512 MB but 1GB or even 2 GB are considered the minimum for running Microsoft's new Vista Operating system. The speed of a processor is also an important factor but can be quite deceptive, look for higher cache values or for a dual core or 64 bit processor as these offer the best processing power but often seem to have the same or lower clock speeds than older processors. Integrated graphics or sound cards will also nullify any gain from choosing a higher processor speed over discrete variants with their own memory and processing chips.
A pre installed operating will save money and time and will have often been checked over to iron out any little problems that occur in new installations.
If you are working with large files or planning on writing DVDs go for a hard drive that is not less than 100 GB, future versions of Windows will need a lot of space and a collection of films and songs can grow faster than you'd expect.
Complete PC systems are currently going for a song and further savings can be made by picknig up systems with only Windows XP as opposed to Vista while stocks last.
