Systemax Core2 Quad Gaming Computer
Systemax Core2 Quad Gaming ComputerQuad core is not particularly new, but is still the latest selling point for CPU manufacturers. The quad core experience gives you extra computing power by expanding the number of processing cores to handle more tasks, which is a departure from the style of just increasing the clock speed to get more performance.
With a decent motherboard, and most of the obligatory extras there is very little need for upgrading of this Systemax computer. Here is a rundown of the specifications:
- Intel Core2 Quad Q6600 CPU
- Windows XP Home
- SLI capabilities
- 2 GB 800 MHz DDR2
- 250 GB SATA II hard drive
- Gigabit LAN
- GeForce 8600 GT 512 MB PCIe Video Card
- RAID 0, 1, 0+1, 5
- Eight USB ports
- Firewire
- PCI and PCIe expansion slots (two each)
- Built-in audio
Quad core processors are all good, and although there is a difference between them, it will probably not be noticeable. Two gigs of RAM is a definite plus, and is about the most memory which will help the system to perform better. Gives a boost to Vista too (although only Windows XP Home is included in the package).
The graphics card will suit non-pro gamers. Even with newer games, performance will be pretty top-notch and as long as the highest quality settings are not chosen should return high frames per second.
Storage is fine, with 250 GB at your disposal. This is the one area where an upgrade might be necessary. With all those RAID features available an extra drive could get: a RAID 0 for nice boost in performance or a RAID 1 for data protection, RAID 5 requires at least 3 drives and RAID 0+1 requires 4, so take your pick.
Other features include USB, firewire, optical output and gigabit Ethernet. Just what the doctor ordered.
There are no special rebates required with this computer, which I prefer and at a whiff under $1000 gives a fair amount of computer for the money.
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