Gateway SX2370-UR10P Review

While most budget PCs we researched are built around Intel central processing units, or CPUs, the Gateway SX2370-UR10P uses an AMD processor and graphics chip. Experts and users alike commend its processing power in Gateway SX2370 reviews. A leading consumer product review site tested this model and concluded that it's even suitable for high-performance PC gaming. A consumer posting on Amazon includes some performance benchmarks in his Gateway SX2370 review and raves about the computer's speed when running everything from productivity software to 3D flight-simulator programs. One user who posted a Gateway SX2370 review on Newegg bought a second one based on the computer's impressive performance for a home office and power for the price. A consumer with the knowhow to upgrade the graphics and memory likewise declares this model more powerful than similarly priced computers in a Gateway SX2370 review at Walmart.com.

The processor drawing this praise is a quad-core AMD A8 (2.50 GHz) with Radeon HD 6550D graphics. Apart from that, the specifications for the Gateway SX2370-UR10P are pretty similar to those of other budget models: Windows 7, 6 gigabytes of RAM, a large 1-terabyte hard drive, a basic CD/DVD burner, and support for 802.11b/g/n wireless and gigabit Ethernet connections. This model includes an HDMI port and a memory card reader that supports SD, Memory Stick, and other formats. The Gateway SX2370-UR10P has nine USB 2.0 ports as well as two high-speed USB 3.0 ports, providing plenty of room for peripherals.

If you need a little more graphics power than you can expect from the typical budget PC, the Gateway SX2370-UR10P may be your best bet for less than $500. It still won't be able to run the very latest games on the highest settings, but overall this is a swift, responsive system.