"The GPU is packaged separately from the rest of the system, which may sound odd, but I've found that's one of the most common pain points when shipping a new gaming PC. I've seen system builders use expanding foam, special brackets, and folded cardboard supports, among other solutions, but packing the graphics cards in its original box is far simpler and safer, and the other ways of shipping a PC with an installed graphics card still require opening the system up anyway."
"The iBuyPower Slate system I spent the last month gaming on isn't particularly flashy, nor is it a shining example of the heights that gaming PC brands can reach. It is, however, a totally usable system with minimal bloatware, and any qualms I have with some odd choices don't harm the gaming performance. At its listed price of almost $2,000, this configuration of the iBuyPower is charging you a modest premium just to install (almost) all of the components, but frequent sales and discounts make"
The iBuyPower Slate is a usable prebuilt gaming desktop that delivers good gaming performance for its configured components. The GPU ships separately in its original box to reduce damage risk during transport and simplify handling. The case presents an attractive design and adopts a unique approach to mitigate glass-panel effects on airflow. The system includes minimal bloatware but contains some curious component choices and minor assembly issues that can affect novices and future upgrades. Frequent sales improve the value proposition, and current RAM pricing can make this configuration competitive versus building from scratch.
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