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The HP Business dx2450 (Athlon 64 X2 5400B 2.8GHz, 2GB RAM, 250GB HDD, Vista Home Basic) is an Athlon 64 X2-based, enterprise desktop.Compared to other workgroup PCs on the market, it is relatively inexpensive at around $520.This desktop comes with 2 GB RAM, and a 250GB hard disk.
Specifications: Processor: AMD Athlon 64 X2 5400B (2.8 GHz); RAM installed: 2 GB DDR2 SDRAM; Hard drive: 250 GB Standard; See full specs
Price range: $539.70 - $591.75
CNET product brief
Description: The HP Business dx2450 (Athlon 64 X2 5400B 2.8GHz, 2GB RAM, 250GB HDD, Vista Home Basic) is an Athlon 64 X2-based, enterprise desktop.Compared to other workgroup PCs on the market, it is relatively inexpensive at around $520.This desktop comes with 2 GB RAM, and a 250GB hard disk.
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.
Cons: None noted, given available product data.
Suitability: A enterprise PC, suited for office applications and workgroup computing.Store massive amounts of data on DVD using the DVD burner included in this desktop.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: In view of its relatively inexpensive price, this PC has great features for the money.
Suggestions: (1) Consider adding a more powerful graphics card if you plan to use this PC for graphics design or CAD applications.(2) If you intend to use this computer in a workgroup environment, you may want to consider a PC with Windows XP Pro installed, to take advantage of advanced features such as enhanced security and remote administration/ assistance.
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General purpose desktop computer
These days, $500 to $1,500 will net you a desktop with a dual-core CPU and enough power to run productivity apps, view and edit vacation photos, manage MP3s and videos, and even play many of today's games--the core activities most common to families, students, and the general purpose PC user. At $1,000 and up, you should easily be able to perform those tasks. Spend around $500, and in most cases you'll still be able to run common tasks without delay, although 3D gaming becomes a stretch. You will definitely find a dual-core chip in a $500 desktop (you should insist on a dual-core chip these days, unless your budget keeps you under the $500 mark), but Vista could still give you trouble. Be sure the PC is equipped with at least 1GB of memory, and it's a good bet that you'll be able to smoothly run Vista. Add in a 128MB graphics card, and you'll get the Aero effects with little to no performance loss.
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The EPA's Energy Star program helps buyers easily identify the products with efficient energy consumption among a broad range of electronics and appliances.
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Energy Star compliant desktop computer
Energy Star compliant products use less energy to save money and the environment. Although Energy Star's criteria and compliance may be comparatively simple to other ecologically concerned standards, the categories are much broader. It may not be long until every electronic device sold in the U.S. is eligible for the Energy Star logo provided it has appropriate energy consumption.
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Desktop computer memory size
One GB of memory is the recommended minimum to run Windows Vista and additional memory will make multitasking and graphics run smoother. Business workstations are apt to have a lot more memory to run industrial strength software. Choosing a lower memory configuration may save you money; however, most of the highest-rated desktop computers on CNET have 2GB.
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Desktops computer processors
The central processor (CPU) is the heart of any computer system and an excellent litmus test as to whether a desktop computer or notebook fits your needs. The trouble is, processor names like Athlon and Celeron are as cryptic 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 |
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| 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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