CyberPower Gamer Xtreme XT-K: A Review
on May 27, 2009 | by | in Product Reviews | Tags: 4x blu-ray drive, gaming pcs, gaming performance, graphics, Intel Core i7 processor, power pcs, software, the cyberpower gamer xtreme xt-k, wireless mouse
Gamers cannot compromise on high end gaming performance; this is why computer manufacturers have begun making such systems that are focused on gaming and graphics. These are called gaming PCs. Today, we will talk about PC which stands in the middle of gaming PCs and Power PCs. This is called The CyberPower Gamer Xtreme XT-K.
This computer has a low price tag ($1499) attached to it which forces the consumers to think that there must be a performance hitch; but one is happily surprised by few top notch features and high end graphics performance.
Specs:
- Price: $1499 (subject to variation according to time and location)
- Processor: Intel Core I7 920 (Overclocked to 3.0 GHz)
- Motherboard: Asus P6T
- Memory: Kingston HyperX PC3 14400 3x1Gb
- Optical drive: Liteon Blu-ray DH-401S
- HDD: Western Digital 1 TB
- Chassis: Thermaltake Spedo Advanced
- Power supply: Thermaltake Toughpower 600w
- Video card: HIS HD4870x2
- Flash card reader
- CPU cooling: Asetek LCLC Pre-filled self contained 50,000 MTBF
- Keyboard and mouse: Logitech EX110 combo
- Operating system: Windows Vista Home Premium SP1 64 bit
- Accessories: Cyberpower T-shirt, Cyberpower Carrying case
In the box:
The package (a real big one) is full of tightly packed foam for best safety level. It includes the wireless mouse keyboard combo from Logitech, the video card from HIS and the Cyberpower carry case with the software and documentation for the build and motherboard. The processing unit is nicely clad in a cloth to protect it from any scratches that it can acquire from the side walls of packaging. All the components are already fixed into the CPU else than video card, as it can get damaged during shipping.
Processor:
The computer has a 4x Blu-Ray drive and a flash card reader on the front panel. The Blu-ray drive lets you enjoy the latest high def videos. Inside the processor, you will see no mess at all! Wires have been put at their places in such a nice way that the inside is completely clean and well managed.
The specifications are enormously enthralling. Manufacturer has not compromised on performance at all. From watching high def movies to extreme gaming, this inexpensive (comparatively) PC gives you all.
Pros:
- Excellent graphics for the price
- Lots of rear-panel connections
- Blu-ray optical drive
- Very nice performer
- Inexpensive
- Intel Core i7 processor
Cons:
- Uninspiring case aesthetics
- Ordinary mouse
Final Words:
For the price, these specs are awesome. Also, performance is not an issue with CyberPower Gamer Xtreme XT-K. Gaming, HD videos, great speed, overwhelming graphics, core i7 and 1 TB HDD; great specs in nice price are what you have with this deal.
Source: pcworld
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