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Desktops computer processors
The central processor (CPU) is the heart of any computer system and the best test as to whether a desktop computer or notebook fits your needs. The trouble is, processor names like Athlon and Celeron are as undescriptive as system names like Latitude and Pavilion. Here's a quick guide to see which chip is a fit:
| Manufacturer | Processor name | Processing power | Designed use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Intel | Core i7 | Very high | Gaming and graphics |
| AMD | Phenom | Very high | Gaming and graphics |
| Intel | Core 2 Quad | Very high | Gaming and graphics |
| AMD | Athlon | High | Mainstream |
| Intel | Core 2 Duo | High | Mainstream |
| AMD | Sempron | Medium | Entry level |
| Intel | Celeron | Medium | Entry level |
| Intel | Pentium Dual Core | Medium | Entry level |
| Intel | Atom | Low | Small form factor desktop |
| Via | C7-M | Low | Small form factor desktop |
| Intel | Pentium | Low | Budget |
| AMD | Opteron | Very high | Server |
| Intel | Xeon | Very high | Server |
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CNET product brief
Description: The HP Pavilion Slimline s3220n (Athlon 4 X2 5000+ 2.6GHz, 2GB RAM, 400GB HDD, Vista Home Premium) is an Athlon 64 X2-based, professional level desktop.Compared to other workgroup PCs on the market, it is relatively inexpensive at around $615.This PC comes with 2 GB RAM, and a 400GB hard drive.
Pros: Has a nVidia GeForce 6150 SE graphics chip, which is somewhat better performing than some similarly priced PCs.Also, this PC has a DVD? RW(? R DL) / DVD-RAM disc drive.Also, the 400GB hard disk installed on this machine is roomy when compared to most of today's PCs.
Cons: None noted, given available product data.
Suitability: Ideally suited for office computing, including word processing, e-mail, and networking.You can archive your digital videos using this model's DVD burner.This computer also has a CD writer, allowing you to compile your own audio CDs or video CDs.The nVidia GeForce 6150 SE based graphics on this PC should suffice for basic needs outside of professional design and advanced graphics tasks.
Value: Given its relatively inexpensive price, this PC has good features for the money.
Suggestions: (1) Using this PC's Firewire (1394) port, you can connect to many digital camcorders and other equipment and rapidly upload data to the computer's hard drive.(2) Consider adding a more powerful graphics card if you plan to use this PC for graphics design or CAD applications.
CNET's Product Briefs are generated by a software tool that combines product specifications with knowledge of our editorial experts. They do not reflect hands-on assessment or labs testing. For more information about how we create Product Briefs, contact us.
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