Typical price: £1,600
What is it: Desktop replacement with performance to rival a full-sized PC
What we think: An extremely powerful machine, provided you've got the money to pay for it
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Reviewed on: 17 April 2008
Tags: sony, machine, gaming, high definition
We like:
Incredible performance; good 3D; 1080p display
We don't like:
High price; short battery life; heavy
CNET UK judgement:
The AR61ZU has a high price tag, but if you can afford it, you won't be disappointed by its performance. It may be big to carry around everywhere, but it's still smaller than a full PC
Sony Vaio VGN-AR61ZU History
24 Apr 2008 in Reviews
Desktop replacement laptops are ideal if you don't have space for a full-size desktop PC, but still need to do your number crunching. With powerful components like Intel's Penryn processors, a desktop replacement can rival a full-sizer's performance
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November 5, 2008
Posted by: Bo
"Does what it says on the box"
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