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8.6
4 reviews
  • Speed and features
    9.1
  • Design and form factor
    8.0
  • Expandability
    6.5
  • Noise
    8.0
  • Size and weight
    8.0
  • Power consumption
    8.0

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9.0
1 review
9.0
PC Mag Jul 9, 2012

The Maingear Potenza Super Stock midrange gaming desktop PC has a great combination of innovative design, powerful components, class-leading benchmark numbers, and a price that undercuts the competition by hundreds of dollars.

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8.0
CNET Dec 21, 2012

Accept the limitations of its scaled-down chassis, and the Maingear Potenza Super Stock will provide top-notch gaming horsepower in an attractive package.

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9.0
SlashGear Oct 18, 2012

The MAINGEAR Potenza is without a doubt one of the finest gaming systems we’ve come across, especially considering the cost. While it won't destroy the gaming universe with perfectly top-tier benchmarks..., it’s certainly one of the best mid-tier gaming desktops you can buy.

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8.0
HotHardware Mar 14, 2013

Space constraints aside, the Maingear Potenza is a polished, powerful machine with a small footprint. Yes, it's more expensive than some competing offerings, but we'd argue that the sturdiness, silence, and appearance of the system justifies the additional investment.

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