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Reviewed on November 24, 2009
Massive case notwithstanding, the affordable Asus Essentio CG5270-BP004 delivers a competitive feature set with the horsepower to back it up. We recommend this system for light media editors and anyone who can make use of its straightforward performance and multipurpose features.
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ASUS, graphics chip, USB port, Intel, Ethernet, AMD, HP, CPU, games, PC
CNET review:
7.4
Very good
Check prices$649.99
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Reviewed on December 2, 2009
HP's Pavilion Elite E9220y strikes out because of slow performance and underwhelming features for its price. We can't recommend this desktop to anyone.
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HP Pavilion Elite, HP Pavilion, ASUS, networking, Apple iMac, Windows 7, HP, 64-bit, ATI Technologies, Wi-Fi, Apple Computer, CPU, video card, Intel, hard drive, Microsoft Windows
CNET review:
4.6
Mediocre
Check prices$799.99
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Reviewed on December 1, 2009
Toshiba's basic Netbook doesn't break any new ground, but offers better battery life and a faster CPU than many in the same price range.
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Netbook, Toshiba, keyboard, battery, audio, ASUS, Intel, mouse, laptop computer, HP
CNET review:
8.0
Excellent
Check prices$399.99-$408.34
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Reviewed on November 23, 2009
The HP Pavilion P6230y yields decent scores, but we have a hard time recommending a system that comes at a higher cost and with a slower performance rating than competing systems. This system has a few uncommon features for its price, but nothing that makes up for its overall poor bang for the buck.
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HP Pavilion, ASUS, graphics chip, quad-core, HP, Ethernet, CPU, Intel, AMD, PC
Check prices$679.99
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Reviewed on May 13, 2009
Part of Samsung's second generation of Netbooks, the N120 offers a generous keyboard and some unexpected audio power.
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Netbook, Samsung Electronics, keyboard, SD card, speakers, IEEE 802.11, ASUS, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Intel, laptop computer, HP
CNET review:
8.0
Excellent
Check prices$308.39-$414.97
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Reviewed on December 4, 2009
The HP Pavilion P6210y gets by as a decent performer in entry-level applications, but we're disappointed by its lack of features. It can definitely serve as a family PC, but the Gateway SX2800-01 is a faster computer with more flexibility in its connection offerings.
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HP Pavilion, Gateway Inc., graphics chip, Ethernet LAN, Dell Inspiron, optical drive, HP, Intel Core 2 Duo, microphone, CPU, ASUS, Dell, AMD, Intel
Check prices$579.99
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Reviewed on November 20, 2009
With an ultralow-voltage CPU, the Dell Inspiron 1470-3282 runs longer but slower than competing laptops. We're not thrilled with the performance hit, but we still found lots to like about this well-designed, 14-inch laptop.
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Dell Inspiron, ASUS, battery life, Toshiba Satellite, keyboard, Intel Core 2 Duo, laptop computer, HP Pavilion, Dell, Best Buy Co. Inc., battery, Toshiba, Intel, HP
CNET review:
7.2
Very good
Check prices$729.99
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Reviewed on February 26, 2009
Asus practically invented the Netbook market, and the Eee PC 1000HE is an overdue overhaul that offers a new CPU and great battery life, but misses some of the competition's bells and whistles.
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HP Mini, Netbook, Asus Eee PC, ASUS, Acer Aspire One, Acer Aspire, SD card, keyboard, Acer Inc., resolution, HP, button, Intel
CNET review:
7.8
Very good
Check prices$389.99
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Reviewed on July 2, 2009
The Asus Essentio CM5570-AP002 isn't an overly remarkable desktop, but it has a few extra features that help it stand out. Its Wi-Fi and HDMI video out port give it some unique capabilities, and the best part is that Asus still manages to keep the price down. It's hard not to like this system, even though we wish Asus had more comprehensive support.
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ASUS, HP Pavilion SlimLine, Blu-ray drive, HP Pavilion, Blu-ray, Intel, Gateway Inc., HP, Intel Pentium, 64-bit, PC, Microsoft Windows
Pricing not available
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Reviewed on October 28, 2008
The Asus Essentio is perhaps the best conceived of the recent round of living-room-friendly slim tower desktops. It's just powerful enough, and it comes with the right mix of features to allow it to do what living room PCs do best, without overreaching.
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ASUS, HP Pavilion SlimLine, IEEE 802.11n, wireless networking, Acer Aspire, Dell Inspiron, HDMI, networking, Acer Inc., HP Pavilion, 64-bit, Dell, HP, hard drive, PC, video
CNET review:
7.2
Very good
Pricing not available
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Reviewed on June 30, 2009
HP's Pavilion p6110y isn't necessarily an offensive system, and its case might even entice you to give it a second look. We just wish HP had taken a more substantive approach to help this desktop stand out. Its FireWire port might sway you, but otherwise you can find more interesting features from other PCs on the shelf.
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HP Pavilion, HP Pavilion SlimLine, ASUS, FireWire, HP, retailer, HDMI, Gateway Inc., Intel Pentium, Intel, motherboard, PC
Check prices$449.00
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Reviewed on November 12, 2009
The HP Pavilion Slimline s5220y provides adequate performance for light-duty media editing and entertainment, but its slim tower case leaves little room for future upgrades, leading us to recommend the older Gateway SX2800-01 that offers more features and better components.
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HP Pavilion SlimLine, graphics chip, Dell Inspiron, Gateway Inc., HP Pavilion, Ethernet LAN, HP, ASUS, Dell, Intel Pentium, Intel, PC
Check prices$479.99
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Reviewed on February 16, 2009
Thanks to its price, size, touch screen, and semiportability, the Asus Eee Top ET1602 presents a lot of usage options. Put it in the kitchen, den, or even a hallway, and it can serve as an easy information hub for your family. Just don't put it on a desk, where a desktop or a laptop will be much better suited for serious work.
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HP TouchSmart, ASUS, hub, shortcut, keyboard, HP, laptop computer, mouse, LCD, adapter, Microsoft Windows
Check prices$509.99
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Reviewed on April 27, 2009
We suspect lower-end configurations of the Dell Studio One 19 all-in-one desktop will draw consumers looking for a low-cost, "fast enough" PC. But even its multitouch interface can't save our expensive review unit from other vendors' similarly priced all-in-ones with better features for the dollar.
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HP TouchSmart, Dell Studio, Dell, tablet, Sony Vaio, keyboard, ASUS, Sony Corp., HP, Microsoft Windows
Pricing not available
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Reviewed on July 16, 2009
With more aggressive competition on retail shelves, the HP Pavilion p6130y isn't a particularly compelling desktop computer thanks to underwhelming features and poor performance. We only recommend this system if you truly need the hand-holding that comes with the support of a major U.S. PC vendor.
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HP Pavilion, ASUS, Dell Inspiron, quad-core, digital audio, HP, Ethernet, FireWire, 64-bit, Gateway Inc., Dell, AMD, games, PC
Check prices$652.95
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Reviewed on April 8, 2008
Despite an underpowered CPU, the HP 2133 Mini-Note PC offers the best balance of small size, comfort, and functionality we've seen in a mininotebook, making it fast a favorite for on-the-go use.
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Asus Eee PC, Netbook, keyboard, webcam, resolution, ASUS, HP, laptop computer, PC, Intel
Check prices$884.99
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Reviewed on July 23, 2009
The Asus Essentio CM5570-AP006 will give you fair performance and a well-rounded set of features for its price, and we recommend it if you specifically need a midbudget, midtower desktop. In the grand scheme of retail PCs, however, a more affordable slimtower from Gateway gives this system a major challenge on performance and value, which dampens our enthusiasm for the Asus.
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ASUS, Dell Inspiron, HP Pavilion, Gateway Inc., 64-bit, networking, HP, Dell, video card, games, PC
Pricing not available
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Reviewed on December 9, 2008
The Samsung NC10 is a completely average Netbook in every way, but we like its keyboard and love its long-running battery.
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Netbook, Lenovo, HP Mini, Samsung Electronics, SD card, IEEE 802.11, keyboard, Acer Inc., ASUS, Bluetooth, HP, Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Intel, Dell, battery
CNET review:
7.4
Very good
Check prices$365.01-$405.00
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Reviewed on July 6, 2009
You might find a better deal from Dell if you configure an Inspiron 537s online, but this retail only model has little to recommend it. From slow performance to a weak feature-set, this budget slimtower is outclassed by too many other retail desktops.
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HP Pavilion SlimLine, Dell Inspiron, Gateway Inc., HP Pavilion, Dell, 64-bit, ASUS, Intel, CPU, HP, video
Check prices$249.00
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Reviewed on July 31, 2009
We've never loved HP's Pavilion Elite PCs, and this desktop offers the same scattershot configuration that has always put us off. That said, we suspect a dorm room might actually be an appropriate place for a midtower that offers acceptable speed on top of Blu-ray capability. Just know that faster, more specialized desktops are available for less.
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HP Pavilion Elite, HP Pavilion, Blu-ray, ASUS, HP, 64-bit, networking, 3D, Ethernet, AMD, hard drive
Pricing not available
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