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    Which Vaio? AR71M or FW21L

    Discussion in 'VAIO / Sony' started by Munas, Dec 28, 2008.

  1. Munas

    Munas Newbie

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    Hi

    I've been looking to buy a Vaio and have narrowed it down to these two.

    Sony VAIO FW21 L
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    Sony VAIO AR71 M

    I'm going to mainly use it for web browsing and typing up documents. But will occasionally watch the odd movie and play a game.

    I can get the FW for around £100 ($150) cheaper than the AR, so is the AR worth the extra money?

    Also I want one that looks good too. From the pics the FW looks nicer...anyone seen them both in the flesh?

    Lastly, my budget is around £650, any other Vaio's in this price range that are better than my two pics.

    Any help would be greatly appreciated.
     
    Munas, Dec 28, 2008
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  2. Munas

    Munas Newbie

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    Anyone? Help please?!
     
    Munas, Dec 29, 2008
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    McCartneyUK Newbie

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    hi mate,

    i just got the FW21L and as it is my first laptop im pretty impressed with it so far. Got it for £579 in Currys. Its pretty sturdy and it runs all office stuff effortlessly. Gaming isnt too bad (ATI 3470) if you lower the res a bit and lower a few details. Havent tried the Blu-Ray out yet but will do soon. Only bad point for me is the speakers , they are a bit tinny.

    That other laptop looks good too, id say its close one between the two.

    Hope that was some sort of help to you.
     
    McCartneyUK, Dec 29, 2008
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  4. nons_

    nons_ Notebook Consultant

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    the fw definately looks better than the fw, I'm not sure if the AR even has a metal body. the FW is a newer model than the AR, I would get it. have a look at them in a shop.
     
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    foldertree Notebook Guru

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    I would recommend checking the screen specifications first and foremost. Definitely take the one with the dual lamp. I have been very disappointed with the single lamp eco screen on my FW.

    Also, the AR is heavier and bulkier, but seems more sturdy, especially in the hinges area.
     
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    ascariss Notebook Deity

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    The FW does not have a metal body, except the lid and speaker cover, the rest is plastic.
     
    ascariss, Dec 29, 2008
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  7. nons_

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    that's what I meant. "metal body" except the plastic underpart. does the AR have this?
     
    nons_, Dec 29, 2008
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