HP TouchSmart 520-1040xt CTO Desktop PC

HP TouchSmart 520-1040xt CTO Desktop PC

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Product name : TouchSmart 520-1040xt CTO Desktop PC
Product code : QD744AV
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Updated:
2015-01-22 07:05:46

Average rating:76

Uk has collected 43 expert reviews for HP TouchSmart 520-1040xt CTO Desktop PC and the average expert rating is 76 of 100. The average score reflects the expert community’s view on this product. Click below and use Uk to see all ratings, product awards and conclusions.

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gadgetshow.channel5.com

Updated:
2015-01-22 07:05:46

Average rating:80

The HP Touchsmart 520-1130ea is a Windows 7 Home Premium desktop PC with an Intel Core i3 processor and 4GB of RAM and a 1 terabyte hard drive for storing files such as movies, music and documents. Other features and accessories include a wireless keyb...

The pleasing display is one of the first things to sit up and take notice of. Its 23-inch full HD display looks great whatever the task. If you’re watching movies on it, you’ll find that’s when the HP Touchsmart 520-1130ea really shines. Colours are bright and sharp. The DVB-T tuner also lets you view Freeview TV channels to get even more from the HP Touchsmart 520-1130ea’s entertainment chops. S...
Those looking for a powerful desktop PC would be advised to look elsewhere. While the HP Touchsmart 520-1130ea can handle all the basic tasks with ease, it still isn’t powerful enough to run the latest power-hungry games as well as others, and take on as much without a stutter or two.
If you’re looking for a PC fit for work and the family, the HP Touchsmart 520-1130ea is ideal, but fans of high-end gaming, and processor intensive tasks should opt for something a little more powerful. HP TouchSmart 520-1130ea is tagged with HP, Touc...

expertreviews.co.uk

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2015-01-22 07:05:46

Average rating:80

HP's all-in-one PCs typically occupy a competent middle ground - powerful enough to ensure that running multiple programs and keeping several browser tabs open at once won't be a problem, while still being sufficiently quiet and attractive not to look...

Not the most exciting all-in-one, but it’s a well-made and reasonably priced living room PC...

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computeractive.co.uk

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2015-01-22 07:05:46

Average rating:0

The HP Touchsmart 520 is an all-in-one PC which, as its name suggests, has a touchscreen as an alternative to a keyboard and mouse. Even if you're not interested in the touchscreen, the Touchsmart is a less space-intensive alternative to a bulkier towe...

Compact design; builtin TV tuner; useful Beats software...
Lessthanperfect screen and speakers; poor performance for 3D games...

stuff.tv

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2015-01-22 07:05:46

Average rating:80

Stuff magazine Fri, Feb 10 2012, 4:28PM HP has more experience with touchscreen all-in-ones than anyone else, and it shows. Its latest Touchsmart is a tidy package with an innovative hinged design that’s stable and easy to adjust, and the responsiv...

A great design with top touch integration, but it’s let down by weak graphics and screen...

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channelpro.co.uk

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2015-01-22 07:05:46

Average rating:80

Uninspiring design and a lack of power, but it’s a reasonable all-rounder for the priceRating: 4Average: 4 (1 vote) HP was an early champion of the touchscreen all-in-one, with its first TouchSmart model appearing in PC Pro back in 2007. These days, th...

alphr.com

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2015-01-22 07:05:46

Average rating:67

HP was an early champion of the touchscreen all-in-one, with its first TouchSmart model appearing in PC Pro back in 2007 . These days, though, the all-in-one market is largely dominated by the Apple iMac , and HP, Sony and the rest will be hoping Windows...

Uninspiring design and a lack of power, but it's a reasonable all-rounder for the price...

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expertreviews.co.uk

Updated:
2015-01-22 07:05:46

Average rating:60

Touchscreen all-in-one PCs work well as home computers, as they're quieter, smaller and more attractive than the traditional whirring black box PC. HP's TouchSmart 520-1080uk is typically compact and almost silent, but it's definitely not one of the mo...

The TouchSmart 520 is a fair all-in-one PC, but it's underpowered and has too few features for its price...

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goodgearguide.com.au

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2015-01-22 07:05:46

Average rating:75

For anyone who wants more than just a typical, boring old home computer, the HP TouchSmart 520-1010a is there for you. It's an all-in-one computer that's easy to set up and use, and it features a built-in 23in LCD touchscreen that gives you one more wa...

Smooth 2-input touchscreen, All-in-one design, Full HD...
Slow graphics performance, No digital audio out...
The TouchSmart 520 is a capable computer system for everyday tasks, but its touchscreen offers a better way to interact with your content. Simply point to, drag or tap your files to let the magic happen. It's a very decent home machine that should go down...

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techadvisor.co.uk

Updated:
2015-01-22 07:05:46

Average rating:80

If you're in the market for an all-purpose all-in-one PC, look no further. HP has done a fantastic job on its HP TouchSmart 520 Big Screen All-in-One PC - it's got pretty much everything you need, including a Blu-ray disc drive and USB 3.0, and it's on...

Despite the slightly blue, dim screen, we recommend the TouchSmart 520. It's decently priced - at £849 inc VAT - and it packs a nice assortment of high-end features, and it makes a decent Blu-ray machine...

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Zdnet.com.au

Updated:
2015-01-22 07:05:46

Average rating:75

Tweet Submit The TouchSmart series, in our view, has been a laggard for a few generations now; it's an opportunity that continues to be missed. Still, it holds interest for a specialised group of people, and HP continues to beaver away at its all-i...

Decent size and performance for the price, Beats Audio does enhance the sound experience...
No Bluetooth, Failure to innovate in the touch space, Infrared technology means multitouch is skittish, Magic Canvas interface is laggy when using touch...
The TouchSmart 520 doesn't achieve anything that TouchSmarts before it haven't already. Still, unimpressive touch capability aside, it makes a decent all-in-one touch product worth checking out if the size and price fit your needs.

T3.com

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2015-01-22 07:05:46

Average rating:60

We've already reviewed the HP TouchSmart 610-1030UK and the HP Touchsmart 600-1220. Both were great all-in-one multimedia PCs and now HP has released the TouchSmart 520 with Beats audio. Designed around a 23-inch touchscreen monitor, the TouchSmart 520...

Curved, minimalist design, Beats audio technology, Built in TV card...
Average keyboard, Touch no better than keyboard, Touch will be better on Win 8...
We’re yet to be convinced that touchscreens are the way to go with Windows 7, especially with touch-focused Windows 8 just around the corner. But the TouchSmart still succeeds thanks to a bright, highly-detailed screen and a great audio performance.

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chip.com.my

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2016-12-01 07:24:02

Average rating:0

The HP TouchSmart 520 is, quite rightly, the culmination of everything HP stands for. While the TouchSmart 520 is neither the most refreshing nor the most innovative thing from the long-standing, coveted company, every bit of it is so lovingly honed, ever...

Great performance, Good display and audio, Surprisingly accurate touch screen...
Screen a little too reflective, Touch screen functionality not perfect...
The HP TouchSmart 520 is a product of experience – a finely tuned, well polished device that splendidly handles its multimedia roots, boosting it with great hardware performances and a touchscreen that actually works well. It's a computer that works as...

gadgetreview.com

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2015-01-22 07:05:46

Average rating:80

I consider myself to be a rather tactile-driven sort of person. I learn kinesthetically. Which is to say, I gain and retain information much better from doing things–less so from listening to lessons and speeches. So it's no mystery that I like building a...

Shawn Sanders 4.0 5.0 The HP TouchSmart nails it! Its not only a fine all-in-one PC. It's also a ri...

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techspot.com

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2015-01-22 07:05:46

Average rating:0

“What’s the first thing you noticed when unboxing the system?” asked an HP representative during a briefing call regarding the TouchSmart 520 all-in-one PC I’d received for evaluation a week or so earlier. I told the rep that the system was extremely h...

Great looking allinone. Good performance, great display with touch control and audio output...
Touch is not as smooth as it should be. Bloatware detracts from the experience...
I measured the power draw of the TouchSmart 520 using a Kill A Watt power consumption meter. At Idle, the system fluctuated between 60-65 watts. I used a combination of Prime 95 and OCCT’s PSU stress tool to generate a full load on the system of 132 w...

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Digitaltrends.com

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2015-01-22 07:05:46

Average rating:80

All-in-one computers aren’t often looked upon fondly by geeks, but they’re a segment of traditional desktop computers that’s gaining attention while old-fashioned towers fall out of the spotlight. The reasons for this are not hard to understand. All-in...

Robust build quality, Excellent 1080p display, Great sound quality, Well-designed touch software...
Expensive as tested, Poor discrete graphics performance, No HDMI out...
It’s the base model of this all-in-one that swoops in from the night sky to save our luxury-priced 520 from itself...

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hothardware.com

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2015-01-22 07:05:46

Average rating:90

Considering how close HP came to selling off or severing its world leading PC division, it's products like the new TouchSmart 520-1070 all-in-one (AIO) that make us glad somebody switched out the company's water supply. Actually, it's HP's old CEO, Leo...

High-end hardware not typically found in most all-in-one systems, Discrete graphics opens the door to game play, Lots of storage space, Wireless mouse and keyboard, HP's Magic Canvas software works extremely well with the touchscreen, Beats Audio works wo...
You won't be playing overly demanding DX11 titles on this, Slow spinning hard drive...
Content creation, light gaming, and multimedia chores are where the TouchSmart 520-1070 really excels, and while we would have preferred a faster spinning hard drive or, even better, a solid state drive + HDD combo, HP opted to give users oodles of storag...

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computershopper.com

Updated:
2015-01-22 07:05:46

Average rating:80

If you're going to spend north of $1,000 on an all-in-one (AIO) PC, it had better deliver the goods. After all, we've tested more than a few recent, less-pricey AIO computers that we recommend, such as the Asus ET2410IUTS-B019C and the Toshiba DX1215-D2101...

Design is both good-looking and highly functional, Substantive touch software, Excellent application performance, Impressive audio and video output...
Radeon graphics in test model didn't add much gaming muscle, Windows 8 would make this machine more appealing, but won't be available for months...
No matter how you configure the TouchSmart 520, you’ll get a well-designed entertainment PC with a crisp 23-inch display, booming audio, and the best touch software going...

pcmag.com

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2015-01-22 07:05:46

Average rating:80

The HP TouchSmart 520-1070 ($1,399.99 direct) is the high-end entry in HP's current TouchSmart line of touch-enabled all-in-one desktop PCs. Equipped with powerful components, like a quad-core processor and 2TB hard drive, it's also packed to the gills...

Quad-core Intel Core i7-2600s processor is fast, Huge 2TB hard drive, Big 1080p display, Beats Audio, HDMI-in offers long term use, Blu-ray, TV-tuner and remote, Bundled with wireless keyboard and mouse...
Large power brick, Short 60-day subscription to Norton Internet Security...
The HP TouchSmart 520-1070 all-in-one desktop PC isn't for the budget set, but a quad-core Intel processor, 2TB hard drive, and a slew of entertainment features make it a worthwhile purchase...

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pcworld.com_techhive.com

Updated:
2015-01-22 07:05:46

Average rating:70

If you're in the market for an all-purpose all-in-one PC, look no further. HP has done a fantastic job on its TouchSmart 520--it's got most everything you need, including a Blu-ray burner and USB 3.0, and it's one of the best performers we've seen in t...

Strong performance, Very accurate touchscreen...
Touchscreen is a bit dim...
This is a great deal: an excellent performer with premium specs for less than $1400 Images (click to enlarge) HP TouchSmart 520: Great Performance, Great Value HP TouchSmart 520 PC Review, by Sarah Jacobsson Purewal November 30, 2011 If you're in...

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pcmag.com

Updated:
2015-01-22 07:05:46

Average rating:60

The HP TouchSmart 520-1030 ($899.99 list at Best Buy) is a midrange touch all-in-one desktop with a large 23-inch screen and a decent sub-$900 price tag. Sounds like the recipe for an excellent PC, but it's missing several key features present on most...

HP TouchSmart interface, Beats Audio, Wireless everything, Wireless dongle pre-installed to connect keyboard and mouse, Intel Core i3 processor...
Only 60-day subscription to Internet Security, Bloatware, No USB 3,0, No eSATA, No HDMI...
The HP TouchSmart 520-1030 is a midrange all-in-one PC with a speedy Intel processor and the best touch screen software in the business. However, it lacks some features that the majority of like-priced competitors have, and ultimately costs the system...

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pcmag.com

Updated:
2015-01-22 07:05:46

Average rating:70

The HP TouchSmart 520-1047c ($999.99 list, at Costco) is a midrange touch-enabled all-in-one desktop PC with a 23-inch screen. It's a fast system with a huge hard drive and class-leading touch interface. It's a larger version of the Editors' Choice HP...

USB 3,0, Large touch screen, Minimal bloatware, 1,5TB hard drive, 2-year warranty...
No HDMI in or out, No Blu-ray, Low powered integrated graphics...
The HP TouchSmart 520-1047c is a decent touch-oriented all-in-one desktop, but there are other systems in the same price range that beat it in terms of features...

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