Typical price: £2,500
What is it: Quad-core desktop PC for hi-def video editing
What we think: It's big and fast, but we'd only recommend this to users who specifically edit high-definition video
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 30 July 2007
Tags: sony, ports, slot, high definition
We like:
Blu-ray burner; performance; great storage solution
We don't like:
Comes in two separate units; enormous chassis
You might also need:
Hi-def monitor
CNET.co.uk judgement:
The RM1N's dual-chassis setup is unusual to say the least. It's also pricey, as you'd expect for a PC that uses a quad-core CPU. Don't let that put you off, though. It's fast, has plenty of storage, and comes with all the appropriate software for high-definition video editing
Sony Vaio VGC-RM1N History
20 Jul 2007 in Crave
Photos: Sony's Vaio RM1N quad-core video-editing monster
Want a machine that can edit video in its sleep? Then you need the brand new, super-fast, quad-core Sony Vaio RM1N
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