Compaq Evo N600c

The most enticing aspect of the N600c, however, is the warranty. Compaq is offering three-year worldwide cover, with free collect-and-return in Europe.

With the performance and features on offer, the N600c will suit both the home and office user. Even the price is reasonable when you factor in the processor, graphics chip and slim chassis. It doesn't have the Acer's smooth curves, but it still looks stylish and the build quality is almost alloy-like in its rigidity.

All that lets the N600c down is its excess heat and lack of modern connectivity, but the latter can be rectified with the right upgrades, and the MultiPort option gives you extra expansion headroom. This is the perfect compromise between size and functionality, and it's fast and well designed too.

Author: Ben Hardwidge