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HP TouchSmart IQ500 Series
The HP TouchSmart IQ500 Series is a line of "all-in-one" desktop PCs that feature an HD widescreen 22" touchscreen. The slim all-in-one PC/monitor only requires a single cord for power and uses a wireless keyboard with integrated WLAN. The piano-black design with espresso-toned side-panels and HP Ambient Light feature give it a stylish look while the monitor tilt and keyboard stow area provide a comfortable work area. They are an ideal choice for multimedia applications with features such as integrated webcam and microphone, NTSC/ATSC integrated tuner (upper models), hi-def widescreen, integrated premium speakers and SuperMulti DVD burner. The Intel Core2 Duo processor gives solid performance while the SATA hard drive provides ample storage. There are several options when They are also ENERGY STAR qualified, use up to 45% less energy, use 55% less metal and 35% less plastic than standard PCs. HP also offered the TouchSmart IQ800 series which most notably have a 25.5" monitor, are wall mountable and have advanced media functions. The HP TouchSmart IQ500 Series comes in 3 models; the HP TouchSmart IQ504, IQ506 and IQ507.
MSRP $1,299.99
Release date June, 2008
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Features
- 22" HD widescreen touchscreen
- Slim and stylish all-in-one design
- Piano-black design with espresso-toned side-panels
- HP Ambient Light feature
- Wireless keyboard/mouse
- Integrated webcam and microphone
- NTSC/ATSC integrated tuner (upper models)
- Integrated premium speakers
- SuperMulti DVD burner
Specifications
- Intel Core2 Duo processor (T6400, T6600, T7450, T8400)
- Memory: 4GB DDR2-800MHz system memory [2x2048]
- SATA hard drive (320GB, 500GB, 640GB, 750GB, 1TB)
- Graphics card: NVIDIA GeForce 9300M GS HD (256MB, 512MB)
- Ports: 5-in-1 memory card reader, 5 USB 2.0 (2 front, 3 back), 1 IEEE 1394
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HP TouchSmart IQ500 Series
• HP IQ506 TouchSmart Desktop PC (2.16 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo Processor T5850, 4GB RAM, 500GB Hard Drive, DVD Drive, Vista Premium)
• TouchSmart IQ506 Desktop
UPC: 883585932160
EAN: 883585932160
MPN: KQ437AA
Competitors
MSRP $1,199.00
Released March, 2009
Pros
- sleek all-in-one design saves space and looks very nice
- everything required is included (monitor, computer, common peripherals such as webcam, mouse and keyboard)
- more affordable 24" model
Cons
- beginning to lag further behind cutting edge hardware - no quad core model, slower laptop memory and video cards
- no shift in overall pricing strategy
- not a major revision, performance is not all that different from the previous generation
HP TouchSmart IQ500 Series
vs.
Apple iMac
MSRP $1,099.99
Released September, 2008
Pros
- saves space and looks neater than a regular PC
- not skimpy on RAM or drivespace
- good PC alternative to a Mac at a similar price
Cons
- can't display full 1080p
(the main reason for buying the enhanced Blu-ray model)
- no video out for a second monitor
- still comes with Windows
HP TouchSmart IQ500 Series
vs.
Sony VAIO JS Series
MSRP $1,699.99
Released September, 2008
Pros
- fully 1080p capable
- HDMI input allows you to use the computer monitor as a TV for gaming consoles and DVD/Blu-ray players
- stylish design is ideal for those who remain uninterested in getting a Mac
Cons
- HDMI in only
- discrete video cards are still less powerful than models found on Macs or HP TouchSmart models
- most expensive model is a complete ripoff ($900 for 500GB of storage and the ability to write to
Blu-ray discs)
HP TouchSmart IQ500 Series
vs.
Sony VAIO LV Series
MSRP $1,399.99
Released November, 2009
Pros
- powerful components - Core 2 Quad processor, dedicated ATI graphics, DDR3 memory
- comes with Windows 7
- built-in digital tuner
Cons
- not capable of being wall mounted
- all-in-one design makes replacing, upgrading or re-using components difficult or impossible
- no Blu-ray drive
HP TouchSmart IQ500 Series
vs.
Gateway ZX6810-01
MSRP ($600.00)
Released October, 2009
Pros
- large 24" 1080p capable multitouch touchscreen display
- HDMI input for use as a TV with external devices
- Blu-ray drive on all models
Cons
- somewhat boxy looking - not as sleek as the iMac
- touchscreen interface on the standard desktop monitor configuration is strenuous on the arms
- all-in-one design makes self-service, upgrading or reusing major components impossible
HP TouchSmart IQ500 Series
vs.
Sony VAIO L
MSRP $999.99
Released January, 2009
Pros
- affordable price
- capable of displaying 720p high definition media
- powerful enough for the majority of consumers
Cons
- not 1080p capable
- poor integrated Intel graphics - only acceptable for office / web use and limited media applications
- not a touchscreen
HP TouchSmart IQ500 Series
vs.
Sony VAIO VGC-JS230J
Reviews
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Pros
- affordable price compared to the IQ800 series
- 22" 720p capable touchsreen
- top two models include TV tuners
- stylish all-in-one design
- powerful components - Core 2 Duos, 4GB of memory, dedicated Nvidia graphics
- includes everything required - widescreen monitor, PC, wireless mouse and keyboard, wireless remote
Cons
- uses less powerful mobile components
- not 1080p capable
- all-in-one design is not upgradeable/reusable in the future
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