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    Sony Vaio VRN-NR498E/S

    Discussion in 'VAIO / Sony' started by Jyoshilam, Sep 3, 2008.

  1. Jyoshilam

    Jyoshilam Newbie

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    I just bought this laptop about a week ago. However, I have a few unanswered questions that I found difficult to find online.

    Does anyone know the gaming capabilities (specifically CS:S or DOD:S) of this model?:

    Specifications:
    Intel® Core™ 2 Duo Processor T5750 (2.0 GHz, 2MB L2 Cache)
    3GB RAM, 250GB hard drive
    Graphics:
    * Chipset : Intel® GM965 Express Chipset
    * Interface : VGA out with Smart Display Sensor
    * Processor : Mobile Intel GMA X3100 Dynamic Video Memory Technology 4.0 with Intel Clear Video Technology with Total Available Graphics Memory of 358MB (max.)

    Also, I was wondering if it's possible to replace/change the video card.

    Here's Sony's Website on this model:
    http://www.sonystyle.com/webapp/wcs...10151&langId=-1&productId=8198552921665415884

    Thanks
     
    Jyoshilam, Sep 3, 2008
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  2. WILLY S

    WILLY S I was saying boo-urns

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    The gaming possibilities of the laptop are fairly limited. The X3100 isn't going to cut it in modern titles but it should play CS:S and DOD:S on medium settings fluently at a reduced resolution. You can't change your card.
     
    WILLY S, Sep 3, 2008
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