Top 5 Midrange Desktops
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If you think you'll be doing a little bit of everything, a midrange PC is the way to go. These models have enough power to keep you computing long into the future.
| Product | Editor's Rating | Specs | Editor's Take | Price Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apple
iMac | 8.5 | 2.4GHz Core 2 Duo T7700; 1GB DDR2; 320GB hard drive; double-layer DVD±RW; integrated 20-inch wide-screen LCD; ATI Radeon HD 2600 Pro graphics (256MB); Mac OS X 10.4.10 | Drop-dead-gorgeous design, coupled with excellent features and performance, makes Apple's latest iMac all-in-one desktop a true champ. | |
HP Compaq DC7800 | 8.1 | 2.66GHz Core 2 Duo E6750; 1GB DDR2; 80GB hard drive; double-layer DVD±RW; 19-inch HP LCD; integrated Intel GMA 3100 graphics; Windows Vista Business | The DC7800 expands the idea of what a mainstream small-form-factor desktop can be and do. As long as you never need to expand it, you should be all set. | |
Dell Vostro 200 | 8.1 | 1.86GHz Core 2 Duo E6320; 2GB DDR2; 160GB hard drive; double-layer DVD±RW; 20-inch LCD; nVidia GeForce 8300 GS graphics (128MB); Windows Vista Business | Though not ideal for most home users, the Vostro 200 comes with enough support to make it a terrific value for those with small-business needs. | |
Vigor Gaming Stealth NE | 8.0 | 2.4GHz Core 2 Duo E6600 (overclocked to 2.82GHz); 2GB DDR2; two 250GB hard drives (RAID 0); double-layer DVD±RW (with LightScribe); no monitor; two Sapphire ATI Radeon HD 2600XT graphics cards (256MB, CrossFire); Windows Vista Home Premium | The Vigor Gaming Stealth NE is the clear choice for gamers who want an inexpensive, but strong-performing, desktop with a distinctive look. | |
Dell
Inspiron 531 | 8.0 | 2.6GHz Athlon X2 5000+; 2GB DDR2; 250GB hard drive; double-layer DVD±RW; DVD-ROM; 22-inch LCD; nVidia GeForce 8600 GT graphics (256MB); Windows Vista Home Premium | The Inspiron 531 features a fine basic collection of components and offerings for anyone looking for a moderately powerful midrange desktop at an impressive price. |
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Sony VAIO FZ180U/B
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