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    Which FZ should i get?

    Discussion in 'VAIO / Sony' started by erikk_25, Jul 28, 2007.

  1. erikk_25

    erikk_25 Newbie

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    Hi all, new to posting in this forum. I came across these two closely priced FZ models and was hoping to get an opinion on which to buy:

    VAIO FZ190N4 T7300 2.0G 1GB 120GB DVDRW 8400M GT
    http://www.pcnation.com/web/details.asp?item=M87846
    $1,275.99

    or

    VAIO FZ190N1 T7100 1.8G 2GB 160GB DVDRW 8400M GT
    http://www.pcnation.com/web/details.asp?item=M87843
    $1,313.27

    I know the first one has 1GB, but it has a faster processor (T7300). I can easily stick another 1GB in it cant I? Or should i go with the second option with the 2GB / T7100 / and larger 160GB?

    Ive searched long and hard for a cheap FZ190 model and it has come down to these two. Unless any of you know where i can get a better deal! Thanks in advance :eek:
     
    erikk_25, Jul 28, 2007
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  2. Waeggles

    Waeggles Notebook Consultant

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    I'd say the first one and just add memory. Much easier to upgrade memory than processor.
     
    Waeggles, Jul 28, 2007
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  3. Guitaroomasta

    Guitaroomasta Notebook Enthusiast

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    Yeah I vote for the N4
     
    Guitaroomasta, Jul 28, 2007
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  4. jam12

    jam12 Notebook Deity

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    Yep, get the N4. Easy to upgrade RAM in the future, and if you run out of space with the 120GB hard disk, you can always get a second external one.
     
    jam12, Jul 29, 2007
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    dsg2003gt Notebook Consultant

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    im getting the N4, it is the better deal...
     
    dsg2003gt, Jul 29, 2007
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  6. erikk_25

    erikk_25 Newbie

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    Alright guys, your replies were enough to help me make my decision so im going with the N4. Thanks for the help ;)
     
    erikk_25, Jul 30, 2007
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  7. ScuderiaConchiglia

    ScuderiaConchiglia NBR Vaio Team Curmudgeon

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    I'd say the N1. Why? I am willing to bet you will notice the difference in having less memory and disk space, long before you notice the difference in processor speed. Unless you are doing functions that require lots of processor speed like audio or video editing, I would challenge anyone to tell the difference between the two processors.

    My $.02.

    Gary
     
    ScuderiaConchiglia, Jul 30, 2007
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  8. coolguy

    coolguy Notebook Prophet

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    2.0 GHz 4 MB L2 cache is not going to make a big difference than 1.8 Ghz 2 MB L2. Go with N1.
     
    coolguy, Aug 2, 2007
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  9. coolguy

    coolguy Notebook Prophet

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    You can get the same config much cheaper in sonystyle if use the sony card.
     
    coolguy, Aug 2, 2007
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