It's often the case that the more powerful a desktop PC is, the flashier its "gamer" design. Not everyone who needs a monstrous tower is a gamer, however, and not all gamers desire the colorful aesthetic synonymous with the hobby. Dell's flagship desktop PC aims to cater to both groups with a sleek and compact chassis that happens to be packed with some of the most powerful internals you can get in a computer today.
The Dell XPS Desktop (8960) is a monster in disguise; I spent a few weeks with it as my primary computer to ascertain if it's worth the lofty price tag attached to it. Fortunately, Dell hasn't skimped on anything, with the XPS Desktop delivering best-in-class performance, respectable thermal management, and enough configuration options when buying, with upgrade potential after delivery to appease even the most hardcore PC enthusiasts.
