Typical price: £3,268
What is it: Ultra high-end gaming PC with space-age cooling system and quad-core processor
What we think: If you like playing games, and you can afford it, buy it -- it's a beast
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 11 April 2007
Tags: Dell, Dell XPS 710 H2C, graphics card, desktops, metal
We like:
Bold design; fast components; factory overclocked
We don't like:
Limited memory bandwidth; you'll need a second mortgage to buy one
You might also need:
Loads of games
CNET UK judgement:
The 710 H2C is a stunning-looking and blisteringly quick computer -- it makes the vast majority of PCs look like pocket calculators. Buy one if you have the cash. Hell, buy us one too
Full review:
Many thought Dell's XPS gaming brand would vanish into obscurity after the company acquired Alienware. Little did they know Dell would continue to produce outstanding gaming rigs, the flagship model for which is the brand new XPS 710 H2C. Continue Reading...
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