Typical price: £1,350
What is it: Multimedia PC aimed at video enthusiasts
What we think: It's one of the best-looking desktop PCs in recent times, and comes with plenty of extra hardware and software to help it stand out from the crowd
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 17 December 2007
Tags: dell, sample, cpu, blu ray
We like:
Looks; BTX chassis keeps things cool and quiet; plenty of IO connectivity
We don't like:
SideShow -- aka MiniView -- screen is pointless
You might also need:
High-res display
CNET UK judgement:
The XPS 420 is fast, well-equipped and looks gorgeous. It's also the first desktop we've seen with a SideShow display. Don't be fooled though -- many of its features are ultimately just gimmicks
Latest user reviews
July 17, 2008
Posted by: boffisme
"Just shoot me now"
January 9, 2008
Posted by: brl21
"Cooler than a polar bear in a refrigerator"
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