Falcon Northwest Talon (2019)

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Pros

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High-quality build and assembly.

Attractive, restrained look.

Extreme performance on all fronts via Intel’s new Core i9-10980XE CPU.

Wide range of configuration options.

Customizable UV side panel printing available.

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Cons

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Configuration is overkill for all but the most demanding workloads.

A Ryzen 9 build might be a better value.

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Bottom Line

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The workstation-grade 2019 Talon configuration we tested is a killer performer, thanks to Intel’s latest professional CPU and twin high-end Nvidia GeForce RTX GPUs. A less expensive model, though, will still benefit from the top-class assembly. Falcon Northwest is one of our favorite boutique manufacturers, and with the high-quality system it put out this year in the form of the 2019 Talon (starts at $2,432; $5,931 as tested), it’s easy to see why. Our configuration of this beautifully designed and built tower has been packed to the gills […]

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