Reviewed on August 30, 2010The Asus Eee PC 1215N combines Intel's dual-core Atom CPU with Nvidia Ion graphics and Optimus GPU-switching for an impressive overall package, but one that still feels a bit too much like a Netbook.TAGS:Asus Eee PC, Netbook, ASUS, dual-core, multimedia, NVidia, Intel, laptop computer, keyboard, CPU
Reviewed on February 2, 2011The Asus U41JF is a workmanlike but uninspiring 14-inch laptop that offers decent performance and graphics and excellent battery life, but costs nearly as much as a MacBook.TAGS:ASUS, keyboard, key, Intel, Nvidia GeForce, laptop computer, NVidia, Microsoft Windows
Reviewed on November 2, 2008Thanks to an expensive new motherboard requirement, Intel's new Core i7 desktop processors will remain enthusiast and professional-level parts until more affordable complementary hardware comes out later next year. Speed never comes cheap, however, and if you're willing to spend for it now, you'll find yourself in possession of the fastest CPU on the market.TAGS:Intel, Intel Pentium 4, CPU, motherboard, chipset, Intel Pentium, platform, dual-core, memory stick, AMD
Reviewed on January 11, 2011The Origin Genesis is the first system we've seen with Intel's new Sandy Bridge Core i7 2600K chip. Fast, and extremely overclockable, the new chip has provided Origin with a platform for a remarkably value-friendly gaming rig. Shop around for pricing as Sandy Bridge spreads among other vendors, but right now this is the $2,499 gaming PC to beat.TAGS:quad-core, transistor, HyperThreading, Intel, flaw, chipset, power management, CPU, games, hard drive, video