NEC adds two models to all-in-one range

Darius Chang | Nov 10, 2008

If you hanker after a classy all-in-one but have issues paying the premium for Sony VAIO PCs, take a closer look at new models from NEC.

Unlike traditional desktops which separate the monitor and the CPU tower, all-in-ones combine the two for one sleek PC. However, the tradeoff is that one of the key advantages of a desktop--upgradeability--is lost. Moreover, in order to maintain an acceptable heat signature in a small chassis, all-in-ones typically use notebook platforms which are slower than equivalent desktop counterparts.

NEC PowerMate P4000

Priced at an affordable S$1,899 (US$1,370.03), the PowerMate P4000 is an entry-level machine suited for those with limited desk space. With a 16-inch display (smaller than most laptop desktop replacements), it can easily be carried between rooms since it has only a single power cable, or even wall-mounted. An interesting feature is the Power Off USB ports which allow the desktop to juice up your USB peripherals even when the machine is turned off.

Specifications:

AMD Athlon 64 x2 QL-60 processor 1.9GHz

1GB RAM

16-inch 1,366 x 768-pixel display

250GB HDD

Integrated Nvidia GeForce 9100M graphics card

DVD writer

Gigabit Ethernet, 802.11b/g/n

Wireless keyboard and mouse

Windows Vista Home Premium

NEC PowerMate P6000

If the PowerMate P4000 is a little too small for you, the PowerMate P6000 has a larger 19-inch display based on a Core 2 Duo platform and discrete graphics performance. It's a little more costly at S$2,499 (US$1,802.90), but the additional screen estate and performance make the price a small compromise.

Specifications:

Core 2 Duo E7200 processor 2.53GHz

2GB RAM

19-inch 1,440 x 900-pixel display

500GB HDD

Nvidia GeForce 9300 graphics card

DVD writer

Gigabit Ethernet, 802.11b/g/n

Wireless keyboard and mouse

Windows Vista Home Premium

Both models are available in Asia from next week through authorized NEC distributors.

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Guwahati

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Guwahati says...
They sure look nice. But the price tag is still on the higher side.

Nov 11, 2008 22:17

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montbkk

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montbkk says...
With those specs and size (particularly the 16 inch model) why not just buy a notebook.

Nov 11, 2008 23:27

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zheff01 says...
I have been searching for a new desktop. Looking everywhere from Viao, Dell, HP........Lenovo. Then i chance upon the NEC P6000 powermate.
it looks really well built compared to Sony and the rest.....and the price is now around S$2000.

I am considering the Vaio FW-35, Vaio JS- all in one.....price are quite similar but Sony is throwing in free upgrade to 4mb now etc

I have not heard much about NEC computers..can any one advice on its performance? the P6000 really looks like it can last for a long time. I want something that can last.

Mar 10, 2009 12:46

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