W.A.Khan, 5/5/2013, HP TouchSmart 520 The TouchSmart 520 comes with a wireless mouse and keyboard. They're both basic: The keyboard has flat, Chiclet-style keys that are widely spaced and easy to type on. The mouse is a bit big and blocky, but it's fine for basic work.
The retail-only HP TouchSmart 520-1050y offers solid performance for its price, and has most of the features we look for in a midrange all-in-one.
But, The lack of an HDMI input is inexcusable, but worse is the fact that you can get the same model for $50 less via HP.com.
The bottom line: HP does shoppers a disservice with the inconsistent pricing between this otherwise decent retail-only desktop and the more affordable, identical model available via HP's Web site. Specifications
Release date11/1/11
ProcessorIntel 2nd Gen Core i5 i5-2400S2.5 GHz
Memory6 GB/ 8 GB (max)
Operating SystemMicrosoft Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit Edition
Optical DriveDVD±RW / DVD-RAM / BD-ROM - Serial ATA
Graphics ProcessorIntel HD Graphics 2000 Dynamic Video Memory Technology
Graphics ControllerIntegrated
Monitor TypeTFT active matrixLCD display
Cache TypeL3 cache Price;$1,871.47
VS Apple iMac 21.5-inch (November 2012) Apple's attention to detail extends to the 21.5-inch version of its thin-looking Apple iMac.
But, Windows-based all-in-one PCs offer tough hardware competition in the sub-$1,400 price range.
The bottom line: The 21.5-inch iMac will be a compelling lower-cost all-in-one for Mac loyalists, but you can get more capabilities from similarly priced Windows all-in-ones.
System configurations
Apple OS X Mountain Lion 10.8; 2.7GHz Intel Core i5-3330S; 8GB 1,600MHz DDR3 SDRAM; 512MB Nvidia GeForce GT 640M graphics card; 1TB 5,400rpm hard drive Specifications
ProcessorIntel 3rd Gen Core i52.7 GHz
Memory8 GB / 16 GB (max)
Operating SystemApple OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion
Optical DriveNone
Graphics ProcessorNVIDIA GeForce GT 640M
Monitor TypeLCD display
Cache TypeL3 cache
Cache Size6 MB
Price:$1,264.98 to $1,299.00 VS Samsung Series 7 All-in-one The attractive Samsung Series 7 offers a top-notch Windows 8 touch experience at an affordable price.
But, Samsung sacrificed performance to keep the price down, and a gesture recognition feature is best left ignored.
The bottom line: The Samsung Series 7 isn't the fastest, or the most fully featured midrange all-in-one, but casual PC users should consider it for its affordability and overall polish.
System configurations
Microsoft Windows 8 64-bit; 1.7GHz Intel Core i5-3317U; 4GB 1,600MHz DDR3 SDRAM; Intel HD Graphics 4000 embedded graphics chip; 750GB 5,400rpm hard drive Specifications
Processor3rd Gen Core i5Intel i5-3470T / 2.9 GHz
Memory6 GB / 8 GB (max)
Operating SystemWindows 8 64-bit Edition
Optical DriveDVD±RW (±R DL) / DVD-RAM
Graphics ProcessorIntel HD Graphics 4000 Dynamic Video Memory Technology
Monitor TypeLCD display
Cache Size3 MB
Price:$999.99 to $1,313.47
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