Dell Dimension XPS B733r

This system is one of the most well-rounded and pleasurable-to-use PCs of the bunch, thanks to quality peripherals and handy features, like front-mounted USB and headphone ports.

Dell Dimension XPS B733r

Dell Dimension XPS T550

Dell Dimension XPS

Dimension defects from Intel.

As futuristic technology concepts go, 3D screens have been right up there with the teleporter as an aspirational idea that could change the way we see the world, yet the idea still resides in the realm of the science fiction.

In many respects, this system is very similar to the one which was reviewed in last month's issue

Impressive and free antivirus and antispyware package

Dell’s first foray into using AMD processors is a modest performer, but fair value.

Whisper quiet, well built and well designed, but a lack of power and expandability will keep enthusiasts away.

Impressive and free antivirus and antispyware package

Impressive and free antivirus and antispyware package

As futuristic technology concepts go, 3D screens have been right up there with the teleporter as an aspirational idea that could change the way we see the world, yet the idea still resides in the realm of the science fiction.

After January's shenanigans with this system, it's nice to have it back in the testing Labs. My initial impressions haven't changed: this is one mean system that will handle anything you throw at it, and the benchmarks back that claim.

Impressive and free antivirus and antispyware package

Impressive and free antivirus and antispyware package

Email security provider MessageLabs has teamed up with system integrator Dimension Data to sell managed security services to Australia-based businesses.

Design-wise, the Sony possesses an imposing no-frills presence, and yet is reasonably compact in dimension, enabling it to be used in small offices where space is a premium.

Fantastic design and highly-configurable power make this XPS useful, desirable and good value.