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Top-Rated Compact Desktop PCs

These small PCs favor size over performance, thriving wherever a quiet, compact chassis and HD-friendly connectivity trumps raw processing power.

Edited by Nate Ralph, PCWorld   

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Dell Inspiron Zino HD 410

For its size, you won’t find a more well-rounded system than Dell’s Compact PC. It’s speedy,connected, and ready for next-generation movie discs.

Full Review - Rated: November 24, 2010
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Giada DN2301

The Giada DN2301 is ultimately relying on its small chassis to sell, but competition in the compact-PC category is tough.

Full Review - Rated: January 26, 2011
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Prices from $475

Acer Aspire Revo RL100-UR20P

This desktop home-theater PC isn't a multimedia powerhouse, but it looks sexy and plays videos well.

Full Review | Video Review | Specs - Rated: July 25, 2011
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Giada Ultra Mini PC i50

This svelte PC is pretty fast for a compact desktop.

Full Review - Rated: June 15, 2011
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Giada A50 Fusion Ultra PC

A decent system at a slightly higher than expected price, Giada’s A50 isn’t one Compact PC to overlook.

Full Review | Specs - Rated: March 01, 2011
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Prices from $386

Acer Veriton N282G

The Veriton VN282G's six USB ports may tempt you, but don't expect this PC to do much more than basic spreadsheet work.

Full Review | Specs - Rated: November 23, 2010
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Giada Slim-N20

Like so many compact PCs, Giada's Slim-N20 sacrifices performance at the altar of economy.

Full Review | Specs - Rated: November 02, 2010
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eMachines ER1402-05

This inexpensive compact PC performs well for the price.

Full Review | Specs - Rated: September 27, 2010
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Prices from $425
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Lenovo IdeaCentre Q150

A small frame and low price tag aren't quite enough to help Lenovo's IdeaCentre Q150 pull away from the compact-PC pack.

Full Review | Specs - Rated: September 27, 2010

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