- Fast Quad Core Processor
- Strong 3D Performance
- Quality Brand Components
- Power Supply and Space Might Prevent Working SLI Upgrade Path
- Lacks eSATA Port
- Intel Core 2 Quad Q9400 Quad Core Desktop Processor
- 4GB PC2-6400 DDR2 Memory
- 500GB 7200rpm SATA Hard Drive
- 20x DVD+/-RW Dual Layer Burner and 16x DVD-ROM Drive
- NVIDIA GeForce 9800 GTX+ Graphics Card with 512MB Memory
- Intel HDA 7.1 Audio
- Gigabit Ethernet
- Seven USB 2.0, Two FireWire, 12-in-1 Card Reader
- Vista Home Premium 64-bit
Feb 5 2009 - The Gamer Infinity 7517 has a slight edge over many of the quad core desktops in its price range. The system comes equipped with a Core 2 Quad Q9400 processor that tops the competition generally using the slightly slower Q9300 or less cache Q8200 models. The 4GB of PC2-6400 DDR2 memory is pretty standard for the industry and provides it with a smooth experience with the Vista 64-bit operating system.
The other area where the Gamer Infinity 7517 has an edge over the competition is in the graphics. Most value oriented gaming systems are using the NVIDIA GeForce 9800 GT graphics card. This is certainly a respectable card that has good performance. This system uses the GeForce 9800 GTX+ which has more stream processors and a slightly higher clock speed providing it with greater 3D performance. Playing games up to 1920x1200 resolutions shouldn't be a problem.
Much of the rest of the system is average for the industry. The 500GB hard drive isn't large in the desktop arena but provides plenty of space for the average user. Most companies have gone with single DVD burner setups these days to save a bit on the cost. The Gamer Infinity 7517 does include a 20x dual layer DVD burner and also includes a 16x DVD-ROM drive. A slight benefit for some users but not really necessary.
The system does use an NVIDIA nForce 750i SLI motherboard that might make some tempted to add in a second graphics card for extra performance. Be warned that the 600W power supply could have possible problems and the space on the motherboard and case might make fitting such a card into the system more difficult.
Being a system integrated from individual parts, Cyberpower did a nice job in supplying some quality brand name components that should give it a reliable life space.
