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    Asus W7J vs Sony Vaio SZ120P/B?

    Discussion in 'VAIO / Sony' started by wolfstar, Aug 22, 2006.

  1. wolfstar

    wolfstar Notebook Guru

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    Hi, i've been looking for a lappy with as much power as possible in the 4 pound range, and found these 2, Asus W7j & Sony Vaio SZ120P/B

    I can get the same price for both with these specs

    13.3" WXGA Gloss

    Nvidia 7400 go (Hybrid system on Vaio - you can switch to intel integrated solution)

    Core Duo 1.86
    1GB Ram 667mhz (533mhz for W7j)
    100gb Hdd 5400rpm
    DVD/RW +- DL
    Built-it Web Cam (high Res on W7j)
    Biometric fingerprint reader (only on Vaio)

    Collected notes: Vaio does not have S-Video out, neither 4-in-one MCR

    Help me choose plz. Thanks in Advanced
     
    wolfstar, Aug 22, 2006
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  2. Neoguri

    Neoguri Notebook Consultant

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    The Vaio uses 533mhz ram as well. It really depends on your needs. If you want fingerprint and the ability to switch video cards, go with Sony. If you want s-video and slightly better build quality, go with Asus.
     
    Neoguri, Aug 22, 2006
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  3. NuntiusLuminis

    NuntiusLuminis Notebook Evangelist

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    No doubt about it, the Asus is the better choice.
    I'll have to agree on the overall quality part.
     
    NuntiusLuminis, Aug 22, 2006
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  4. Playmaker

    Playmaker Notebook Deity

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    Wouldn't the SZ offer better quality because of its magnesium case?

    And Wolfstar, how can u get both for the same price?
     
    Playmaker, Aug 22, 2006
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  5. Neoguri

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    The Asus uses carbon fiber and magnesium in its casing.
     
    Neoguri, Aug 22, 2006
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