HP TouchSmart 520 Series

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Nov, 2024

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 347 reviews of HP TouchSmart 520 Series. The average rating for this product is 4.4/5, compared to an average rating of 4.1/5 for other Desktops for all reviews. People are impressed by the reliability and design. The size and price also get good opinions.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Desktops the HP TouchSmart 520 Series is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 90/100 = Excellent quality.

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 10 user reviews of HP TouchSmart 520 Series from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.3/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other Desktops on Amazon.com. Reviewers are impressed by the size. The usability is also appreciated.

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80% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Nov, 2024

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HP TouchSmart 520 PC review

Has HP improved its TouchSmart range with Beats audio from the good Dr Dre?

Curved ; minimalist design ; Beats audio technology ; Built in TV card

Average keyboard ; Touch no better than keyboard ; Touch will be better on Win 8

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Expert review by : Stuff.tv (stuff.tv)

HP Touchsmart 520-1080 review

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 responsive screen picks up gestures quickly and...

Feb, 2012

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Expert review by : Sarah Jacobsson Purewal (techadvisor.co.uk)

HP TouchSmart 520 review

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...

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.

Dec, 2011

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Expert review by (channel5.com)

HP TouchSmart 520-1130ea

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...

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,...

Jul, 2012

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Expert review by : Desktop PCs (desktoppcs.org.uk)

HP TouchSmart 520 Desktop PC Review

HP has always been a success when it comes to all-in-one touchscreen PC, and particularly, the TouchSmart series. However, in the recent days, the coveted all-in-one chunk of the industry has been bitten by Apple's iMac. This being the climate, the...

Mar, 2012

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Expert review by (channelpro.co.uk)

HP TouchSmart 520 review

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

So it isn’t the flashiest or fastest of PCs, and we’ve still not seen much dedicated touch software that’s genuinely useful on a large desktop, but the HP TouchSmart 520 does enough to impress in key areas. It offers up some competent, sensibly...

Jan, 2012

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Expert review by : Elias Plastiras (goodgearguide.com.au)

HP TouchSmart 520-1010a touchscreen PC

A 23in touchscreen PC that can be quite fun to use, especially in a family setting

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...

Dec, 2011

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Expert review by : Brian Westover (pcmag.com)

HP TouchSmart 520-1070

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.

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.

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Dec, 2011

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Expert review by : Sarah Jacobsson Purewal (pcworld.com)

HP TouchSmart 520: Great Performance, Great Value

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...

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

Nov, 2011

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Expert review by : Joel Santo Domingo (pcmag.com)