Powering the Profile 6C is the older Pentium D 930 desktop processor. While it isn’t the latest processor from Intel, it does perform well for average computing tasks. One drawback though is the 512MB of PC2-4200 DDR memory that comes with it. This is below the more standard 1GB that most manufacturers are offering in similarly priced systems. It may cause slowdowns when running multiple applications.

Storage wise the Profile 6C is average. It uses a full desktop sized DVD burning allowing for 16x recording speeds with DVD media and it also supports dual layer media. The hard drive is a bit small at 160GB but it is still above what most mini PCs offer using notebook drives over desktop sized drives.

Being an all-in-one system, the Profile 6C comes equipped with a 17” LCD monitor built into the package. It is driven by the Intel GMA 950 integrated graphics that do well for standard graphics but lacks performance for 3D applications. It is disappointing that Gateway designed the Profile to be accessible for upgrade but not include a PCI-Express graphics slot.

Description

* Intel Pentium D 930 Desktop Processor
* 512MB PC2-4200 DDR2 Memory
* 160GB 7200rpm 8MB SATA Hard Drive
* 16x Dual Layer DVD+/-RW Burner
* Intel GMA 950 Integrated Graphics and 17″ Built-in LCD Monitor
* AC’97 Audio with Internal Stereo Speakers

Review By Gateway

Altogether smart… all-in-one! The space-saving Profile® 6 fits neatly on any desk and is easy to set up and use. This efficient system utilizes standard PC components, easy-access USB ports, audio jacks and a cable management system to keep your desktop clutter-free. Plus get the latest technology and features you expect from a standard desktop—without compromising on performance. Available with your choice of 17″ or 19″ height-adjustable LCD.

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Review By Reviews.Cnet

In addition to its upgradability, the Profile 6SB tries to bridge the gap between the all-in-one PC and the standard desktop, and the resulting miscegenation looks like a minitower mounted onto the back of an LCD, much like the small-form-factor Dell OptiPlex GX620. The resulting system is heavy, bulky, and unattractive, and Gateway’s claims of heightened ergonomics, reduced cable clutter, and space savings are overstated.

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Review By Review.Zdnet

On the plus side, you can configure the Profile 6 to a greater extent than we’ve ever seen from previous all-in-ones. Choose from among a handful of processors, including dual-core Pentium D, hyper-threading Pentium 4, or budget Celeron CPUs, as well as various hard drives and optical drives. The consumer model, the Profile 6C, offers only the higher end of the CPU spectrum, but both models let you choose from a 19-inch LCD (like the one we tested) or a 17-inch model. You can only downgrade the graphics from the Nvidia GeForce 7300 LE in our review unit. And we were surprised to find that while minimizing desk clutter is a main target of an all-in-one PC, Gateway offers no wireless keyboards or mice.

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