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eMachines EL1600-01
$230.00
Released June, 2009
The Pros:Inexpensive - great for users on a budget. Small footprint - won't take up too much desk room. Energy efficient - uses very little power.
The Cons:Underpowered - not suitable for multitasking. Includes Windows XP instead of Windows 7. Only 1GB of memory - barely enough for a Windows 7 upgrade.
The EL1600-01 is the cheapest available desktop computer from budget PC manufacturer eMachines. As one would expect, it relies on low-budget components and modest specs to achieve a price point under $250.
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The system is powered by a 1.6GHz Intel Atom processor, and features 1 GB of RAM and a 160 GB hard drive. The CPU and memory are sufficient for many basic uses, but users may encounter poor performance with more demanding applications, particularly games, since the system also relies on integrated graphics. Eight USB 2.0 ports are among the standard connections provided, and a CD/DVD burner is included. A keyboard and optical mouse are included, but a display must be bought separately. Windows XP arrives preloaded.
Features
- 1.6GHz Intel Atom Processor 230
- 1 GB RAM
- 160 GB hard drive
- Integrated Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 950
- CD/DVD burner
- 8 USB ports
- Energy-efficient
- 10.7" H x 4.2" W x 15" D
- Microsoft Windows XP Home SP2
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inexpensive - great for users on a budget
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small footprint - won't take up too much desk room
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energy efficient - uses very little power
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lots of built-in USB ports - great for adding external hard drives, a webcam etc.
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underpowered - not suitable for multitasking
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includes Windows XP instead of Windows 7
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only 1GB of memory - barely enough for a Windows 7 upgrade
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small internal hard drive - only 160GB
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poor integrated graphics - not suitable for gaming
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