Pros: Fits correctly in DDR3 slots with no bulky heat spreader to get in the way. Blazing fast in a dual-channel configuration.

Cons: Using this memory with a slower CPU (mine maxes out at DDR3 1066), it should obtain lower latency than 9-9-9-24 (the module's latencies are constant in time regardless of clock speed; so slower clock means a response within fewer clock cycles). Enabling the extreme memory profile (XMP) should speed things up, but in my case it does the opposite and slows the 7-7-7 down to 9-9-9. Perhaps this is just an incorrect implementation of the DDR3 standard on my motherboard, but if you run this at 1066 or 1333, I recommend you test latency and memory bandwidth with MemTest86+ to determine if your system runs faster with XMP disabled.

Overall Review: I wonder if the lack of a heat spreader implies lower power consumption.

Pros: Provides three surge-protected outlets and a green LED to show that the protection is working.

Cons: Includes two USB charging ports that (after months of testing) don't charge my phone nor PlayStation 3 controller. When plugging it into a wall outlet, it blocks both the top and bottom outlet regardless of which you are using. So think of it as taking two outlets to provide three.

Overall Review: Newegg should list "USB charging ports: 2" under the specs and include a photo. But hey, with great prices and fast shipping I can't really complain about Newegg!

Pros: Works perfectly for 1080p at 60 Hz (to a computer monitor) along with audio!

Cons: It is 3' long, but is that really enough? I thought it would be for a computer tower right next to a computer monitor on a workbench, but it's a stretch! Seriously, the tower is about the same distance from the monitor as the mouse, and the cable is taut enough to never touch the counter top!

Overall Review: 3' is only really useful for going between a video device (Blu-ray player, PlayStation 3, Netflix box, or high-def cable box) and a stereo receiver on an adjacent shelf in an entertainment center.

Pros: Fast--very fast. Dual-core allows one thread/program to freeze without grinding your system to a halt. Very low power consumption saves on your electric bill. Low heat output reduces fan noise and extends longevity of your system (as chip lifetime is inversely tied to temperature). Same cache size as equivalent Core i3 chips.

Cons: Not cutting edge graphics--not recommended for intensive gaming for for graphics professionals.

Overall Review: Other than slightly better graphics and hyper threading (if you need either of those), I see no compelling reason to spend far more on a Core i3, i5, or even i7.

Pros: Wonderful sound quality with a strong bass (but not overly so). Comfortable fit. Cord length reaches pocket.

Cons: Brushing against cord makes noise (I would describe it as a mild wind blowing across an unguarded microphone).

Overall Review: I consider myself an audiophile and am loyal to Sennheiser after buying HD 280 Pro and looking for ear canal headphones for the audiophile on the go.

Pros: A mere 6.81" wide instead of the MicroATX maximum of 9.6"! That makes this board great for MicroATX slim cases where reviewers complain about RAM slots or SATA ports conflicting with the drive cage. Likely lower power consumption than more fully-loaded motherboards, yet all of your basic ports are still present. HDMI, USB 3.0, and SATA 6.0 Gbps--oh yeah!

Cons: No DVI port.

Overall Review: I'm deploying several of these as office workstations. This board is so small that MSI couldn't place the CPU where some MicroATX cases expect it to be. So be cautious when buying cases with an air tube or partition plate.