HP Compaq DC7800 Ultra-Slim Desktop

PCs are energy hogs. Any PC user can tell you that a bulky tower linked up to a giant monitor running day and night adds a significant number to the electricity bill at the end of the month. More and more people are shopping for energy efficient computers that reduce waste and cut down on electricity costs. HP’s Compaq DC7800 Ultra-Slim Desktop delivers a remarkably green machine that still brings solid computing power.

Standout Features

• Energy efficient
• Small size
• Affordable

Features

The HP Compaq DC7800 Ultra-Slim Desktop lives up to its name. Thanks to combining the best PC and laptop hardware in the same box, the HP Compaq DC7800 manages to deliver solid performance while occupying the space of a small shoe box.

The HP Compaq DC7800 won’t handle graphic intensive games, but as far as productivity in the workplace goes, that’s probably a positive thing. Microsoft Office, business apps, photo editing software, and DVD playback are well within the HP Compaq DC7800’s pay grade.

Thanks to some reputable midrange hardware, the HP Compaq DC7800 handles day-to-day computer use as well as larger computers that cost significantly more. 2 GB of RAM reinforce the work of Intel’s 2.3GHz E6550 processor to guarantee smooth sailing during the inevitable multitasking of the workday.

Summary of Reviews from Across the Internet

Reviewers remark positively about the smooth and silent operation of the HP Compaq DC7800. Neither fans nor spinning drives are audible during routine work. However they didn't like that the HP Compaq DC7800 is very limited in terms of expandability. Its small frame leaves little space for additional hardware.

Summary

As far as work stations go, the HP Compaq DC7800 is powerful, versatile and an energy saver. It earned a gold rating from Energy Star both for its efficient energy use and environmentally safe components. Small business owners, home users, and students are an ideal match for the compact yet competent HP Compaq DC7800.