Typical price: £1,015
What is it: Media Center PC with built-in 5.1 hi-fi amplifier
What we think: The A33 is one of the best looking and most inventive Media Center machines we've seen
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 28 January 2008
Tags: asus, media center, chassis, resolutions
We like:
Twin hybrid TV tuners; built-in amp; stylish design; loads of input-output ports
We don't like:
Relatively limited storage capacity; could be quieter
Also known as:
Asus DAV Center A33
You might also need:
HD TV
CNET UK judgement:
The A33 is one of the most desirable Media Center PCs we've come across. It looks great, it's quiet, it has plenty of input-output options, and the integrated amplifier really helps it stand out from the crowd.
Asus A33 History
16 Mar 2007 in Crave
Asus A33: Media Center PC with integrated hi-fi amp
Asus has launched a Media Center desktop with an integrated 500W amplifier, loads of HDMI ports and Linux, if you want
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