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NOTEBOOK REVIEW

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Sony VAIO PCG-GR215SP review

7.5

Editors' Rating

Very Good

Typical price:£ 2552

Verdict

A fast, well-equipped and elegantly designed notebook that'll handle demanding applications with aplomb. But there are cheaper alternatives that perform as well or better... Read Full Review.

Pros

  • Elegant design
  • Very good performance
  • 15in. display
  • MagicGate Memory Stick slot.

Cons

  • Poor battery life
  • No built-in 802.11b or Bluetooth connectivity
  • Expensive.

Key Specs

Processor manufacturer: Intel
Processor model: Mobile Pentium III Processor-M
Clock speed: 1.2 GHz
RAM installed: 256 MB
Hard drive size: 40 GB
Graphics processor: ATi Mobility Radeon
Graphics RAM: 16 MB
Display diagonal size: 15 in
Dimensions (W x H x D): 32.5x3.7x26.9 cm
Weight: 3.3 kg
Operating system: Windows XP Professional

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