Our pick of the best PC system for Photoshop and other graphic-heavy applications is Dell’s new Dimension XPS. The “X” in XPS stands for “extreme,” and extreme this computer is.
Originally designed for heavy-duty gaming applications, this big-boy is just as well-suited for image editing purposes. It was built from the ground up for power users that run demanding graphic applications. From special cooling systems utilizing no fewer than 5 fans (although they are so well designed as to be almost inaudible) to a massive 460 watt power supply cleverly hidden below deck, this rig is meant for business. The Dell XPS is loaded with a 3.20 GHz Hyper-Threading Pentium 4, up to a full 2 GB of DDR SDRAM, an Intel 875P chipset, and it is available with all manner of hard drive and video card choices. Despite all the horsepower, it still carries Dell’s well-deserved reputation for reliability and service. Prices start around $1700; www.dell.com
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