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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

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PCW Rating: 83.9PCW Rating: 83.9PCW Rating: 83.9

Last Rated: January 03, 2008

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1. 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,

Bottom Line: This Penryn-based PC packs a big punch in gaming performance, but it'll also wallop your wallet.

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PCW Rating: 82.9PCW Rating: 82.9PCW Rating: 82.9

Last Rated: January 03, 2008

2. 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,

Bottom Line: An excellent all-purpose system for serious power users that includes vast storage and dual 22-inch LCDs.

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PCW Rating: 82.9PCW Rating: 82.9PCW Rating: 82.9

Last Rated: January 03, 2008

3. 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,

Bottom Line: A solid performer that costs considerably less than Dell's QX9650-based XPS 420 configuration.

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PCW Rating: 82.1PCW Rating: 82.1PCW Rating: 82.1

Last Rated: January 03, 2008

4. 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,

Bottom Line: Excellent bang-for-the-buck desktop PC offers sterling performance and plenty of expandability at a nice price.

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PCW Rating: 81.5PCW Rating: 81.5PCW Rating: 81.5

Last Rated: January 03, 2008

5. 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,

Bottom Line: Low-priced media center desktop computer includes TV tuner and large LCD, but its pokey graphics won't please gamers.

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