Pros
- Slim chassis offers a pleasing look
- Above-average connectivity
- Integrated wireless networking
Cons
- Small size makes upgrades difficult
At A Glance
Gateway’s miniature desktop PC simply doesn't have room for anything extra, and its lack of space versus competing systems is distressing.
Manufacturer’s Description
The SX2311-03 Desktop Computer from Gateway is a slim and compact desktop computer, perfect for use in cramped environments. Even though the system is less than 4-inch wide, it doesn't sacrifice performance when compared to larger desktop computers. It ships with a multimedia keyboard and optical mouse.
The Specs
| Pricing | |
|---|---|
| Part Number | PTGB002011 |
| Processor | |
| Processor type | Phenom II X4 820 |
| Processor speed | 2.8 MHz |
| Processor count | 1 |
| Memory | |
| Memory size | 4096.0 MB |
| Memory type | DDR3 |
| Memory max | 8192.0 GB |
| Graphics | |
| Video Memory Type | Using main memory |
| Storage | |
| Drive size | 1000.0 GB |
| Drive Controllers | Serial ATA II |
| Other storage |
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| Motherboard | |
| Motherboard Manufacturer | Gateway |
| Optical Drive | |
| Included Drives | 1 |
| optical_drive_1 | ATAPI DH16AASH |
| optical_model_1 | ATAPI DH16AASH |
| Storage Media | |
| Compact flash | Yes |
| SD card | Yes |
| Memory stick | Memory Stick |
| XD picture card | 1 |
| Included Software | |
| Operating System | Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium |
| Ports and Connections | |
| Ethernet Type |
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| Available Interfaces |
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| Case | |
| Chassis style | Compact |
| Internal Drive Bays | 1 |
| Chassis Color | Black |
| External Drive Bays | 1 |
Performance
| Overall Rating | |
|---|---|
| WorldBench 6 Score | 108 |
| Office Productivity | |
|---|---|
| Web Browsing | 249 seconds (lower is better) |
| Office Suite Use | 365 seconds (lower is better) |
| File Compression | 231 seconds (lower is better) |
| Multitasking | 277 |
| Content Creation | |
|---|---|
| Image Editing | 467 seconds (lower is better) |
| GPU Graphics Rendering | 351 seconds (lower is better) |
| CPU Graphics Rendering | 347 seconds (lower is better) |
| Video Encoding | 201 seconds (lower is better) |
| DVD Burning | 303 seconds (lower is better) |
| Video Editing | 218 seconds (lower is better) |
| Gaming | |
|---|---|
| Unreal Tournament 3 Medium 1024x768 | 18.9 Frames per second (higher is better) |
| Unreal Tournament 3 Medium 1680x1050 | 9.7 Frames per second (higher is better) |
| Unreal Tournament 3 Medium 1920x1200 | 7.9 Frames per second (higher is better) |
| Unreal Tournament 3 Highest 1024x768 | 16.8 Frames per second (higher is better) |
| Unreal Tournament 3 Highest 1680x1050 | 8.5 Frames per second (higher is better) |
| Unreal Tournament 3 Highest 1920x1200 | 6.8 Frames per second (higher is better) |
| Dirt 2, High Quality, 1024x768 | 12.7 Frames per second (higher is better) |
| Dirt 2, Low Quality, 1024x768 | 12.7 Frames per second (higher is better) |
