Top 10 Mainstream Desktop PCs

1. Maingear F131

Offering a strong overclock and a readily accessible chassis, Maingear’s F131 clambers to the top of the mainstream PC chart.

Last Rated: August 18, 2010

2. Micro Express MicroFlex 75B

This system is packed to brim with power and features. Only its low hard-disk capacity (an easily fixable flaw) threatens its spot near the top of our must-buy list.

3. CyberPower Gamer Ultra 9000

CyberPower’s latest mainstream PC packs a compelling combination of performance and value into an impressive case.

Last Rated: June 25, 2010

4. Dell Studio XPS 8100 Value PC

The Studio XPS 8100 is a solid all-around performer with good connectivity and a bundled 120Hz Samsung LCD and nVidia 3D glasses. Just don’t count on making upgrades.

5. Dell Studio XPS 7100

Versatile, attractive, and capable–Dell’s Studio XPS 7100 lacks upgrade potential, but it’s a strong contender for the media-savvy set.

Last Rated: August 09, 2010

6. Gateway DX4840-15

If you aren’t the tinkering type and you aren’t interested in enthusiast-level gaming, Gateway’s DX4840-15 is a fine choice, at a fine price.

Last Rated: August 20, 2010

7. AVADirect Nano Cube

What AVADirect’s Nano Cube lacks in finesse, it makes up for in raw power.

Last Rated: April 22, 2010

8. HP Pavilion Elite HPE-235f

You won’t find anything too exciting here, but HP’s Pavilion Elite HPE-235f delivers good performance and strong media functionality, at a great price.

Last Rated: August 19, 2010

9. HP Pavilion Slimline s5370t

Smaller systems generally sacrifice features for a svelte chassis, and HP’s Slimline s5370t is no exception.

10. HP Z200

HP’s Z200 offers category-leading performance for business-class desktops, but its premium components will cost you.

Last Rated: June 22, 2010

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