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  • Scorptec Mantis (Intel)

    Scorptec Mantis (Intel)

    CNET Rating9.0

    Given the beautiful build quality, reams of storage and excellent performance, the Scorptec Mantis Intel is our recommended HTPC for those who demand the very best. 1

  • Dell XPS One 27

    Dell XPS One 27

    CNET Rating8.5

    This is hands down the best Windows all-in-one we've used. It doesn't bother with the silliness of touch in a desktop, preferring to deliver an excellently executed experience instead. Recommended. 1

  • Apple iMac 27-inch (late 2012)

    Apple iMac 27-inch (late 2012)

    CNET Rating8.5

    Apple sticks to the fundamentals with the new iMac, relying on design, strong features and overall polish to maintain its leadership among high-end all-in-ones. 3

  • Alienware X51 (late 2012)

    Alienware X51 (late 2012)

    CNET Rating8.5

    While we fervently await the day when physics allows Alienware to cram in a more powerful GPU, the X51 stands tall as a great, space-conscious gaming rig that would work well at either your desk or in the lounge room. 2

  • Enspire Digital AVR-500

    Enspire Digital AVR-500

    CNET Rating8.0

    Built by a local manufacturer, the AVR-500 is the epitome of a fully featured HTPC box; if there's a way you prefer to digest your media, chances are that this box can handle it. 1

  • Scorptec Mantis (AMD)

    Scorptec Mantis (AMD)

    CNET Rating8.0

    This is a very well-rounded HTPC, but the AMD APU might concern power users, with weaknesses in media transcoding offsetting decent gaming performance.

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