From Celerons to Core i7s, Semprons to Phenom IIs, David Bayon tests Mainsteam desktop processors and finds the best budget, mid-range and enthusiast (gaming) choice for you.

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Nothing incredible in terms of design, but it’s an impressively cheap way to get quad-core in your PC.

An old standard, but one that still provides decent performance at a great price.

A smartly engineered processor, but for today’s applications it’s lacking in bang per buck.

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In its day, it held the speed crown, but today’s dual-core CPUs leave it trailing for power, efficiency and value.

A cheap, lightweight choice for single-core applications, but you get the performance you pay for.

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A stunningly powerful card that tops the last generation’s best dual-GPU monsters.

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Great design and build quality are coupled with a stunning nine-hour battery life, and it’s affordable too

The fastest card available, but the XT is better value for money.

The 9600 GT redefines the mainstream graphics market, offering high-end power at a mid-range price. At this price we want one.

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Poor 3D performance but a good choice for HD video playback.

Still a half-decent choice if you opt for a 256mb version.

Playable frame rates at 1600 x 1200 and the latest features for under $460. A great-value choice.