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alaTest.com
Editors' rating: 79
Summary: alaTest has collected and analyzed 12 reviews of HP Workstation xw6400 from international magazines and websites. Experts rate this product 65/100 and users 83/100. Comparing these reviews to 66198 other Desktops reviews gives this product an overall alaScore™ 79/100 = Good.
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computerarts.co.uk
Editors' rating: 60
Summary: The xw6400 is a fairly generic, fast PC range that can be reworked for professional content creation with extra cost and effort. If you're starting out and need something quick and powerful, it's worth considering, but it won't suit those looking for ...
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digitalartsonline.co.uk
Editors' rating: 70
Summary: Our review unit has just a single processor, which you could upgrade with another chip in the future. It's the Intel Xeon E5310, which is the slowest of the quad-core range and runs at 1.6GHz. The specs are completed by 4GB of RAM, an nVidia 1500 ...
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videomaker.com
Summary: If you need a computer with superior processing power, this is definitely a great solution.
CNET editors' buying advice
We have not reviewed this product but here is CNET's buying advice on Desktops. This content was chosen based on the features included with this model of desktop.
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: This configuration of the HP Workstation xw6400 is a Xeon dual core-based, high-end personal computer.Compared to other high-end desktops on the market, it is inexpensive at around $1,600.This desktop comes with 4 GB RAM, and a 160GB hard disk.
Pros: None noted, given available product data.
Cons: None noted, given available product data.
Suitability: Suited for those who want a powerful computer for multimedia or power-hungry applications.The Xeon dual core based processor installed on this machine is designed for processor intensive applications, or for use in a workstation class PC.This system's product line was designed for large business use.
Value: In general, this desktop's features seem very weak, even for its inexpensive price.However, if you were to judge strictly by CPU speed, the price of a high-end PCs with similar speed is about 30% higher.
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.
Where to buy
HP Workstation xw6400 (Dual Core Xeon 5130 2GHz, 4GB RAM, 160GB HDD, XP Pro):
$249.00 - $2,294.99
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