Evesham's 1200 GTS Ultra is a very well specified PC, with nearly all the components you could want in the proper places. The core system is based around a fast 1.2GHz Athlon processor with 256MB of memory. This is tied to a GeForce2 Ultra graphics adapter with 64MB of memory, producing excellent performance results on mainstream and graphics-oriented applications. The graphics signal runs a flat-faced, 19-inch NEC monitor, which gives a clear, detailed picture.

Storage is divided between a 38GB hard drive and DVD and CD-RW drives. This is a good combination, giving scope for back-up and archival, as well as plenty of internal storage. It's the kind of combination that will see you through the next few years without needing an upgrade.

Sound is taken care of by a Cambridge Soundworks DT2200 speaker set, capable of Dolby Digital reproduction, and run from a Creative SoundBlaster Live 5.1, six-channel sound card. Although these cubic speakers are small, they can produce high-volume, low-distortion sound for both music and film soundtracks. The audio-visual capabilities of the system make it ideal for running DVD movies.

Despite all this state-of-the-art hardware, Evesham has kept the price down, producing a well specified PC at a price that's considerably below £2,000. With a copy of SmartSuite Millennium thrown in, the 1200 GTS Ultra offers both great value and excellent performance.