Reviewers Liked

  • Budget gaming rig, Full 15-month version of Norton Internet Security, Blu-ray, mini-HDMI, Top mounted USB 3,0 ports, Top mounted tray, Eight core AMD processor, Integrated Wi-Fi
  • HP's new Pavilion HPE Phoenix h9z can at least boast decent expandability and a competitive set of connectivity options
  • Solid productivity, gaming performance, Substantive upgrade options, considering its compact size, USB 3.0 ports and Blu-ray drive included

Reviewers Didn't Like

  • Some of the embellishments don't make sense, Some bloatware, Cheaper system is faster overall
  • HP's latest attempt at a gaming PC fails due to its back-of-the-pack performance compared with other gaming desktops in this price range
  • Lags behind similarly priced Alienware X51 in both performance and visual flair, Too much pre-installed software, No switch to turn off red chassis lighting