Compaq Deskpro SB Series

This machine is built around an Intel 815 chipset-based motherboard. It comes with a PIII/933 MHz processor, 64 MB of RAM, 5,400 rpm 20 GB hard disk, 48X CD-ROM drive, and a 15” monitor. It uses onboard sound and graphics, but can also take an external graphics card, owing to the onboard AGP slot. The machine does not come with a network card that’s essential for an office environment, so it lost a few points here. Apart from this, it had all the essential features for an office PC.

Surprisingly, for its configuration, this machine was an average performer with an average score of 26.5 units. One good thing about this machine was that it came with a Quick Restore CD for Windows 98SE and all the requisite drivers. The PC also comes bundled with a Satyam 30-hours Internet connection.

At Rs 39,900, this was the third highest in price. However, considering its features, it’s a good buy. The PC also comes with a 1-year comprehensive on-site warranty.