PCMag.com Desktops Product Guide

Compaq Presario CQ5320F

The Compaq Presario CQ5320F is a bare bones PC for people who want nettop prices but not the nettop limitations.

Dell Studio XPS 8000 (SX8000-1479UWH)

The Dell XPS 8000 (SX8000-1479UWH) is a good quad-core performer, though it's a little light in 3D performance. It's nice, but do competitors priced above and below outshine it?

Dell SX8000-1479UWH

Dell Inspiron i570-6939PBK

The dual-core Dell Inspiron i570-6939PBK desktop PC-with-an-LCD bundle does an admirable job covering the basics at a fair price.

HP Pavilion a4316f-b

The HP Pavilion a4316-f-b is an inexpensive basic, home PC that has a fast Quad-Core processor, 6GB of memory, loads of storage space, and a 20-inch widescreen monitor.

Lenovo Beats Expectations in Third Quarter

Lenovo, the world's No. 4 PC brand, returned to the black in its fiscal third quarter, beating expectations and recording its best result in six quarters, helped by one-off gains and strong Chinese demand.

HP Adds Core i7 to TouchSmart All-in-One PCs

HP has added quad-core Intel Core i7 power to its line of TouchSmart all-in-one PCs.

Gateway Launches Sleek New Desktop PCs

Gateway announced updates to its mainstream and gaming performance desktops PCs, including upgrades to Intel's Core i3 and i5 processors, Blu-ray drives, and 1-terabyte hard drives. The new models include a pair of new FX-class gaming machines, an SX-class small-form-factor (SFF) PC, and a DX-class mainstream multimedia system.

Gateway Launches Sleek New Desktop PCs

How To Build a Nettop

If you are thinking about building a second or third PC for your home, you can save money and energy by building a nettop. Here's how to do it.