eMachines today came out with a new desktop PC thats just one-third the size of a traditional PC or approx size of a standard dictionary. The compact eMachines EL1200 desktop series PCs takes up limited desk space while being light on your wallet. Starting at less than $300, the EL1200 Series is an affordable desktop computer for children and housewives, but if you're a college-goer or office worker who likes to have fun with powerful specs then look elsewhere.

eMachines EL1200-05w:

* AMD Athlon 2650e 64-bit Processor (1.5GHz, 512KB L2 cache and 800MHz system bus)
* NVIDIA GeForce 6150SE integrated graphics
* 1GB DDR2 memory
* 160GB SATA II (7200 RPM, 8MB cache) hard drive
* 18x DVD±R/RW SuperMulti Drive featuring Labelflash Technology
* 14-in-1 digital media card reader
* Microsoft Windows XP Home with SP3
* 7 USB 2.0 ports (3 front / 4 rear)
* $298 MSRP

eMachines EL 1210-01e:

* AMD Athlon 2650e 64-bit Processor (1.5GHz, 512KB L2 cache and 800MHz system bus)
* NVIDIA GeForce 8200 integrated graphics
* 2GB DDR2 memory, dual channel
* 320GB SATA II (7200 RPM, 8MB cache) hard drive
* 18x DVD±R/RW SuperMulti Drive featuring Labelflash Technology
* 14-in-1 digital media card reader
* Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium with SP1
* 7 USB 2.0 ports (3 front / 4 rear)
* 1 HDMI port
* 1 eSATA port
* $349 MSRP

The eMachines EL1200 mini desktop series is now available. The EL1200-05w is available at Wal-Mart for $298, while the EL 1210-01e can be purchased from Best Buy for $349.