It would appear that the PC market has been flooded with new computer systems that are based on Intel's low-power Atom processors. Most of these systems come in compact, mini form factors and are designed for business users or consumers that are looking for a rig that can provide a basic computing experience, while also saving energy and space. However, there are a couple of systems that take advantage of the same small form factor, but combing it with a higher-performance desktop processor. Such is the case with one of Fujitsu's latest releases, the Esprimo Q 1500, a desktop PC that weights in at only 1.7kg and is just 5cm tall.

Unlike the majority of the systems that have recently been launched on the market, the Esprimo Q 1500 hasn't compromised on performance and has been featured with an Intel Core 2 Duo processor. This choice enables users to deal with an increased computing power over Atom-based systems, but in a form factor similar to those mini PCs that use the Atom.

In addition to the Core 2 Duo processors, the new Esprimo Q 1500 mini PC has been featured with 4GB of RAM and a high-capacity, 320GB hard drive. This should be enough to provide users with a mainstream computing experience, inside a small and quiet desktop. According to available details, the system consumes just 19W in idle mode, and operates at 17dB(A) in idle and 24dB(A) in working mode.

The system is likely packed with Microsoft's Windows Vista OS and also comes with six USB ports, for any peripherals or external devices that you will need to connect to the computer. As far as pricing goes, the new Fujitsu Esprimo Q 1500 will ship for 699 Euros, later this month.