Pros & Cons
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- Simple all-in-one design.
- Touch capable.
- Rotating webcam.
- Available with Windows 8 or Windows 7.
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- Recessed ports are difficult to access.
- No discrete graphics processor.
- 500GB hard drive is on the small side.
Acer Veriton VZ2660G-i34130X Specs
| All-in-One Screen Size | 19.5 |
| All-in-One Screen Type | 1 |
| Graphics Card | Intel HD Graphics 4400 |
| Operating System | Microsoft Windows 7 Professional |
| Optical Drive | Dual-Layer DVD+/-RW |
| Processor | Intel Core i3-4130T |
| Processor Speed | 2.9 |
| RAM (as Tested) | 4 |
The Acer Veriton VZ2660G-i34130X ($779.99 as tested) puts an affordable business desktop into a simple all-in-one design. This business system is a good choice for basic office work, and offers the convenience of a touch screen as well as the broad compatibility of Windows 7.
Design and Features
The Veriton VZ2660G-i34130X has a blocky look with black, plastic construction and squared-off corners. The all-in-one chassis places the system's 19.5-inch display front and center. The screen has a 1,600-by-900 resolution, which offers enough detail to let you multitask with side-by-side windows open. Its touch functionality is nice, but is underutilized since Windows 7 is installed. If you want more touch optimization, you can restore to Windows 8, since the desktop gets Windows 7 through Windows 8 Pro downgrade rights. An anti-glare finish keeps the glass-covered display from being too reflective. Above the display is an integrated webcam, which neatly rotates through three positions: front-facing, closed, and rear-facing.
View All An adjustable easel stand lets you
change the angle of the display, but there's nothing to help with the height. The easel stand hinge also has a handle built in, making it a lot more convenient to move the system. Measuring 19.3 by 13 by 2.4 inches (HWD), the all-in-one shouldn't take up too much room on your desk.
On the left side, you'll find a tray-loading optical drive (DVD-RAM/±R/±RW dual-layer), along with an SD Card slot, one USB 3.0 port, and jacks for headphones and a mic. The rest of the ports are located on the back of the system, where you will find three more USB ports (one USB 3.0, two USB 2.0), a Gigabit Ethernet port, and a VGA port for connecting a second monitor. Those two USB 2.0 ports will likely be filled by the included wired keyboard and mouse.
Final Thoughts
Acer Veriton VZ2660G-i34130X
The Acer Veriton VZ2660G-i34130X desktop is a smart choice for standard office work, with a convenient all-in-one design and simple integration into existing IT structures.