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Typical price:£ 1499
Verdict
The VAIO W1 is an elegant and generally well-specified ‘media centre’ PC. But, like many convergence devices, it makes a number of compromises that reduce its initial appeal... Read Full Review.
Pros
- High-quality 17.5in. LCD
- Good specification and performance (except for 3D graphics)
- Extensive software bundle
- Quiet in operation.
Cons
- Analogue rather than digital TV tuner
- Screen is too small for a large living room
- No video out port
- Integrated graphics deliver poor 3D performance
- Non-detachable keyboard is awkward to use
- Expensive for a second or third PC.
Key Specs
| Processor manufacturer: | Intel |
|---|---|
| Processor model: | Pentium 4 |
| Clock speed: | 2.8 GHz |
| RAM installed: | 512 MB |
| Hard drive size: | 160 GB |
| Graphics processor: | SiS 651 (integrated) |
| Graphics RAM: | 64 MB |
| Graphics card: | SiS 651 (integrated) |
| Display diagonal size: | 17.5 in |
| Operating system: | Windows XP Home |
Average Member Rating
27 Members have reviewed this product
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Anonymous
Good idea but analogue-only TV limits usefulness
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Really an incredible PC/TV solution
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My laptop has a SIS 651... don't ever get anything without an AGP port!
Read moreSteven Bleksley
Fine machine, poor support
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