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Sony VAIO VGN-SZ170P

review DATE:03.24.06

Sony VAIO VGN-SZ170P

review

By Cisco Cheng

The Sony VAIO VGN-SZ170P ($2,799 direct) is remarkably powerful for an ultraportable, combining sexy looks with dual graphic options and a 1.83-GHz Intel Core Duo T2400 processor, bringing plenty of speed to this 3.8-pound system. Ideal for daily commuters, this system even has a built-in optical drive.

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Sony Corporation

http://www.sonystyle.com

Spec Data
  • Price as Tested: $2,799.00 Direct
  • Type: Media, Ultraportable, Business
  • Operating System: MS Windows XP Professional
  • Processor Name: Intel Pentium M T2400
  • Processor Speed: 1.83 GHz
  • RAM: 1 GB
  • Weight: 3.8 lb
  • Screen Size: 13.3 inches
  • Screen Size Type: widescreen
  • Graphics Card: nVidia GeForce Go 7400
  • Storage Capacity: 100 GB
  • Networking Options: 802.11a/g
  • Primary Optical Drive: Dual-Layer DVD+/-RW

Bottom Line

Dual graphic options, great performance, and a sleek design are just a few cool elements of the ultraportable Sony VAIO VGN-SZ170P.

Pros

Choice of two graphic options. Excellent performance. Integrated Cingular EDGE capability. Big screen for an ultraportable.

Cons

Mediocre battery life. Only two USB ports.


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