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Sony VAIO PCG-Z1SP review

Processor
Processor manufacturer: Intel
Processor model: Pentium M
Clock speed: 1.5 GHz
Motherboard
Chipset: Intel 855PM
Data bus speed: 400 MHz
Memory
RAM installed: 512 MB
Number of memory slots: 1
RAM capacity: 1 GB
RAM type: DDR SDRAM
Interfaces & networking
VGA (analogue): 1
Bluetooth: yes
USB: 2
Docking station port: yes
FireWire (IEEE 1394): 1
Wireless LAN: Intel PRO/Wireless LAN 2100 3B Mini PCI Adapter (802.11b)
Ethernet: Intel PRO/100 VE Network Connection
Modem: CXT AC-Link Modem for Intel
Expansion slots
PC Card: 1 x Type II
Flash card: MagicGate Memory Stick
Hard drive storage
Hard drive interface type: Ultra ATA/100
Hard drive size: 60 GB
Rotation speed: 4200 rpm
Storage controller: Ultra-ATA/100
Optical storage
CD / DVD type: CD-RW/DVD-ROM combo
CD / DVD read speed: 24x CD / 8x DVD
CD / DVD write speed: 8x CD
CD / DVD rewrite speed: 4x CD
Video
Graphics processor: ATI Mobility Radeon 7500
Graphics RAM: 16 MB
Display
Display technology: colour TFT
Display diagonal size: 14.1 in
Maximum resolution: 1400x1050 pixels
Input
Pointing devices: two-button touchpad
Keyboard: 85 keys
Cabinet (chassis)
Dimensions (W x H x D): 31.6x2.38x24.7 cm
Weight: 2.15 kg
OS & software
Operating system: Windows XP Professional
Software included: Norton Antivirus 2003, WinDVD for VAIO 4, Acrobat Reader EULA version 5.1, AdobePremiere 6.0L, Photoshop Elements 2.0, Quicktime 5.0, RealOne Player 6.0, PictureGear Studio 1.0, MovieShaker 3.3.03, SonicStage 1.5 Single installer 1.5.05, DVgate 2.6.01, Callserve SV325IPP, Smart Capture Library 1.2, BlueSpace NE, PowerPanel, Performance Balancer
Audio
Audio processor: Yamaha AC-XG
Microphone: no
Speakers: stereo
Audio connectors: microphone, headphone
Service & support
Standard warranty: 1 year
Battery
Battery technology: Li-ion
Battery capacity: 4400 mAh
Miscellaneous
Accessories: docking station (£126.81), extended-life Li-ion battery (£220.42)
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Overview

Sony VAIO PCG-Z1SP

Editors rating
Rating: 8.0
Verdict

The VAIO PCG-Z1SP is a thin and light 2.1kg Centrino system with the looks to tempt the well-heeled business user. Application performance is excellent, but a standard battery of moderate power means that battery life is merely good rather than impressive.

Typical price

£ 1699

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