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Top 5 Power Desktop PCs

These powerful desktop PCs are the right choice for demanding users. Ratings and rankings can change due to pricing and technology changes, so check back frequently for the latest info.

Edited by Danny Allen

Tuesday, November 27, 2007, 12:00 PM PST
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CyberPower Power Infinity Pro
CyberPower Power Infinity Pro
CPU: 3-GHz Core 2 Extreme QX9650
Graphics Adapter: EVGA 8800 GTX
Monitor Model: Sylvania SK2201W-B
Total HD Size (GB): 1800
WorldBench 6 Word Score: Superior
Price When Reviewed: $4299
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Bottom Line: This Penryn-based PC packs a big punch in gaming performance, but it'll also wallop your wallet.
(Last Rated: January 03, 2008)
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83.9Very Good
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CyberPower Infinity Pro
CyberPower Infinity Pro
CPU: 3-GHz Core 2 Extreme QX6850
Graphics Adapter: eVGA eGeForce 8800GTX
Monitor Model: (2) Viewsonic Q22WB
Total HD Size (GB): 1800
WorldBench 6 Word Score: Superior
Price When Reviewed: $4999
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Bottom Line: An excellent all-purpose system for serious power users that includes vast storage and dual 22-inch LCDs.
(Last Rated: January 03, 2008)
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82.9Very Good
3
Dell XPS 420
Dell XPS 420
CPU: 2.83-GHz Core 2 Quad Q9550
Graphics Adapter: nVidia GeForce 8800 GT
Monitor Model: Dell SP2208WFP
Total HD Size (GB): 640
WorldBench 6 Word Score: Superior
Price When Reviewed: $2729
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Bottom Line: A solid performer that costs considerably less than Dell's QX9650-based XPS 420 configuration.
(Last Rated: January 03, 2008)
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82.9Very Good
4
Xi MTower PCIe
Xi MTower PCIe
CPU: 3-GHz Core 2 Duo E6850
Graphics Adapter: XFX 1X 8800 GTX
Monitor Model: DCL 24a
Total HD Size (GB): 300
WorldBench 6 Word Score: Superior
Price When Reviewed: $3149
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Bottom Line: Excellent bang-for-the-buck desktop PC offers sterling performance and plenty of expandability at a nice price.
(Last Rated: January 03, 2008)
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82.1Very Good
5
Gateway GM5632E
Gateway GM5632E
CPU: 2.4-GHz Core 2 Quad Q6600
Graphics Adapter: nVidia GeForce 8500GT
Monitor Model: Gateway LP2407
Total HD Size (GB): 1000
WorldBench 6 Word Score: Very Good
Price When Reviewed: $1800
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Bottom Line: Low-priced media center desktop computer includes TV tuner and large LCD, but its pokey graphics won't please gamers.
(Last Rated: January 03, 2008)
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81.5Very Good
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