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Sony VAIO PCG-C1VE review

Processor
Processor manufacturer: Transmeta
Processor model: Crusoe TM5600
Clock speed: 0.6 GHz
Motherboard
Chipset: Intel 82371EB (Southbridge)
Memory
RAM installed: 128 MB
Number of memory slots: 1
RAM capacity: 0.1875 GB
RAM type: SDRAM
Interfaces & networking
VGA (analogue): 1
Video out: AV mini-jack
USB: 1
FireWire (IEEE 1394): 1
Ethernet: no
Modem: 56Kbps (PC Card)
Expansion slots
PC Card: 1 x Type II
Flash card: Memory Stick
Hard drive storage
Hard drive interface type: Ultra ATA/66
Hard drive size: 12 GB
Storage controller: Ultra ATA/33
Optical storage
CD / DVD type: CD-RW
Video
Graphics processor: ATi 3D Rage Mobility
Graphics RAM: 8 MB
Display
Display technology: TFT
Display diagonal size: 8.95 in
Maximum resolution: 1024x480 pixels
Input
Pointing devices: 3-button trackpoint; Jog Dial
Keyboard: 86 keys, 17mm pitch
Cabinet (chassis)
Dimensions (W x H x D): 24.8x2.7x15.2 cm
Weight: 1 kg
OS & software
Operating system: Windows ME
Software included: Sony software: DVgate, Media Bar, PictureGear, Smart Capture, MovieShaker, PowerPanel, CyberCode Finder, Camera Control, Memory Stick & Jog Dial utilities. Other software: VirusScan, Acrobat Reader, QuickTime, RealPlayer 7
Audio
Audio processor: Yamaha DS-XG
Microphone: yes
Speakers: stereo
Audio connectors: microphone, headphone, line out
Service & support
Standard warranty: 1 year
Battery
Battery technology: Li-ion
Battery capacity: 1800 mAh
Miscellaneous
Accessories: USB floppy drive (£59) USB CD-RW drive (£186), Extended Li-ion battery (£127), 64MB SDRAM module (£229), 64MB Memory Stick (£111)
Other: intergrated Motion Eye CCD camera
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Overview

Sony VAIO PCG-C1VE

Verdict

A marvel of miniaturisation with better battery life than previous C1 models, although the jury remains out on the performance of the Crusoe processor.

Typical price

£ 1274

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