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Submitted by Mike Chin on Wed, 2012-06-20 05:11.
SPCR Certified Silent PCs | Complete|Mobile Systems
Since SPCR was launched in April 2002, the market for quiet computer components has expanded many times. But the number of options and sources for quiet computers is still woefully small. SPCR partners with commercial system integrators who offer complete PCs built to our stringent acoustic standards. There are two defining standards: Silent and Quiet. Updated June 2012.
Submitted by Mike Chin on Sun, 2013-02-17 17:10.
Complete|Mobile Systems
Windows 8 is making possible a new class of mobile convertibles that flip between tablet and notebook. The Samsung ATIC Smart PC 500T is one example, based around a new Atom core and built around a big (for tablets) 11.6" screen, but there's an Ivy Bridge upgrade available in the 700T. Meanwhile, Microsoft's Surface Pro shows us a different vision of the convertible.
Submitted by Mike Chin on Mon, 2012-12-10 15:33.
SPCR Certified Silent PCs | Complete|Mobile Systems
The latest Certifiably Silent PC from Puget Computers features an Ivy Bridge i7-3770K and an nVidia GTX670 gaming card. The SPCR Silent Certification should be a clear hint: There's not much of a price in noise for this high performance gamer.
Submitted by Mike Chin on Mon, 2012-11-19 17:03.
Complete|Mobile Systems
Chip giant Intel's less-is-more NUC is a cute half-liter box of high efficiency computing goodness that packs in the latest Core processor technology, HD Graphics 4000, mSATA and ThunderBolt. And it is quiet!
Submitted by Lawrence Lee on Mon, 2012-11-05 16:20.
Complete|Mobile Systems
Inside the Giada A51's sleek one-inch thick profile is an AMD G-T56N Brazos APU system with a nice set of connectivity options. Though not particularly quiet, its dimensions make it a compelling option for users with less demanding needs.
Submitted by Lawrence Lee on Mon, 2012-10-29 16:20.
Complete|Mobile Systems
The functionally styled Lenovo ThinCentre M92z is a very capable all-in-one desktop PC with a quad core Ivy Bridge processor, Dolby speakers, a fully adjustable stand, and a 23" 1080p IPS screen. The display is also touch-capable but it frankly doesn't add a lot to the experience, though perhaps an upgrade to Windows 8 could change this.
Submitted by Mike Chin on Wed, 2012-08-15 13:24.
SPCR Certified Silent PCs | Complete|Mobile Systems
The second SPCR Quiet Certified PC from AVADirect Custom Computers is a powerful rig features an ASUS DirectCU GTX680 graphics card and an Ivy Bridge i7-3770k. Just 16 dBA @ 1m doing ordinary tasks, and 26 dBA at full GPU/CPU load even in a hot 30°C ambient.
Submitted by Mike Chin on Mon, 2012-06-25 13:43.
SPCR Certified Silent PCs | Complete|Mobile Systems
The first SPCR Quiet Certified PC from AVADirect Custom Computers features a GTX560 Ti graphics card along with an Ivy Bridge i7-3770k CPU in a system that's quiet doing ordinary tasks and ramps up only moderately at full GPU/CPU load.
Submitted by Lawrence Lee on Tue, 2012-05-29 04:20.
Complete|Mobile Systems
Jetway's new barebones PC powered by AMD's dual core G-T40E APU is really tiny, fanless, and surprisingly affordable. It runs a bit hot and needs more driver development, though.
Submitted by Lawrence Lee on Wed, 2012-04-04 13:54.
Complete|Mobile Systems
The USFF version of Lenovo's ThinkCentre M91p packs a significant punch in a small package. Utilizing an Intel "S" low power processor and a 150W external AC power adapter, it's also incredibly energy efficient.
Submitted by Mike Chin on Wed, 2012-03-28 10:49.
Complete|Mobile Systems
This new PC from specialist Logic Systems is based around the recently released Intel DN2800MT "Marshalltown" mini-ITX Atom board, a long-awaited follow-up to the original "Thin ITX" board, the Intel D945GSEJT. Super low energy consumption, 1080P video capability and a tiny 1.2 liter form factor should be compelling for Mini PC enthusiasts.
Submitted by Lawrence Lee on Mon, 2012-03-12 04:20.
Complete|Mobile Systems
Only in the third iteration of Sapphire's Edge HD mini PC was AMD hardware incorporated into the design, unusual for a company that features AMD (ATI) GPU video cards exclusively. The HD3 sports an AMD E-450 APU, 4GB of RAM, a 320GB hard drive, front-mounted USB 3.0, and wireless connectivity all in a svelte package less than an inch thick.
Submitted by Lawrence Lee on Wed, 2011-10-26 16:20.
Cases|Damping | Complete|Mobile Systems
The Mini Letter ML-80 is a slightly larger mini-ITX case than the previous Viako model we reviewed, and the H61 variant integrates a more powerful Sandy Bridge board, with the same front display, remote, and software.
Submitted by Mike Chin on Wed, 2011-10-19 19:19.
SPCR Certified Silent PCs | Complete|Mobile Systems
Serenity Mini is the moniker of a Puget computer that is 25% smaller than the Serenity, SPCR Edition v.3. Does the Mini, SPCR Edition, match the ultra-low noise and superb performance of its larger predecessor... even when its i5 Sandy Bridge CPU is overclock-preset to 4.0GHz?
Submitted by Lawrence Lee on Thu, 2011-09-22 04:20.
Complete|Mobile Systems
The Samsung Series 9 ultra portable notebook has a 13.3" matte screen, 17W Core i5 processor, solid state drive, and a sleek 3 lb, 16 mm thick frame wrapped in a sexy black duralumin shell. It might just be the Macbook Air alternative you've been waiting for.
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