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Sony VAIO JS Series

Introduced in early September 2008 at CEDIA, the VAIO JS Series is made up of 2 all-in-one computer systems from Sony. Aimed at regular consumers, the JS series includes all the required features for basic computing and watching high definition media. Featuring an all-in-screen design much like the iMac, both models feature 20.1" screens with 1680 x 1050 resolution, 4GB of DDR2 800MHz ram, and 500GB 7200rpm drives. The basic model utilizes the older Intel E5200 processor and a basic DVD writer, coming in black, pink and silver for $1099.99, while the more advanced model comes with the newer E8400 and a Blu-ray drive, comes in black or silver and costs $1449.99. Both models feature the recent Intel Graphics Media Accelerator X4500HD, which can decode high definition content just fine - but don't expect to be playing any games on it.

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Sony VAIO JS Series
MSRP $1,099.99
Release date September, 2008
Brand Sony
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Pros & Cons

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11 reviews
43
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4 positive
1 mixed
6 negative

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Pros:
Do you agree?
saves space and looks neater than a regular PC
+9agreedisagree

not skimpy on RAM or drivespace
+6agreedisagree

good PC alternative to a Mac at a similar price
+3agreedisagree

an up-to-date platform for fast RAM, most advanced Intel video and wireless N capabilities
+1agreedisagree

Irritates Mac people
-1agreedisagree

Cons:
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can't display full 1080p (the main reason for buying the enhanced Blu-ray model)
+6agreedisagree

no video out for a second monitor
+6agreedisagree

still comes with Windows
+3agreedisagree

Not modular: screen and computer components are integrated into one box, making it impossible to upgrade either independently
+3agreedisagree

doesn't feature the same quality Apple design
+1agreedisagree

features older processors and poor video acceleration compared to their Apple equivalents (which are only $100 more)
+1agreedisagree


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Details

Models (only differences are highlighted)

  • VGC-JS130: DVD-writer, Intel E5200 processor
  • VGC-JS190: Blu-ray drive, Intel E8400 processor

Features

  • CPU/RAM: Intel Core 2 Duo E5200 or E8400, 4GB DDR2 800MHz
  • Display: 20.1" widescreen LCD (1680 x 1050 ) powered by the Intel Graphics Media Accelerator X4500HD
  • Storage/Optical: 500GB 7200RPM HDD, DVD writer or Blu-ray drive
  • Networking: Atheros Wireless Network Connection (802.11b/g/n), Ethernet, Bluetooth (on advanced model only)
  • Audio: Built-in Intel High Definition Audio with Dolby Digital Live, 2 x 5W speakers (stereo)
  • Expansion: 5 x USB 2.0, 1 x IEEE 1394, Ethernet, S/PDIF connection, Headphone output
  • Dimensions & weight: 19.2"(W) x 16.1"(H) x 6.18"(D) (CPU and Display only), 18.7 pounds

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Sony VAIO VGC-JS190

• Sony VAIO VGC-JS190J/B 20.1-Inch All-in-one PC (3.0 GHz Intel Pentium Dual-Core E8400 Processor, 4 GB RAM, 500 GB Hard Drive, Blu-ray Drive, Vista Premium) Black

• Sony VAIO VGC-JS190J/B Desktop

UPC: 027242750784

EAN: 0027242750784

MPN: VGC-JS190J/B

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Yale

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November 2, 2008
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ProSCORE
40
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4 pros
6 cons
1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

Pros

  • saves space and looks neater than a regular PC
  • not skimpy on RAM or drivespace
  • good PC alternative to a Mac at a similar price
  • an up-to-date platform for fast RAM, most advanced Intel video and wireless N capabilities

Cons

  • can't display full 1080p (the main reason for buying the enhanced Blu-ray model)
  • no video out for a second monitor
  • still comes with Windows
  • Not modular: screen and computer components are integrated into one box, making it impossible to upgrade either independently
  • doesn't feature the same quality Apple design
  • features older processors and poor video acceleration compared to their Apple equivalents (which are only $100 more)

Competitors

Yale prefers Sony VAIO JS Series over Dell XPS One 20
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lonehunter

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January 14, 2009
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ProSCORE
29
negative
mixed
positive
2 pros
5 cons
1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

Pros

  • saves space and looks neater than a regular PC
  • not skimpy on RAM or drivespace

Cons

  • can't display full 1080p (the main reason for buying the enhanced Blu-ray model)
  • no video out for a second monitor
  • still comes with Windows
  • doesn't feature the same quality Apple design
  • features older processors and poor video acceleration compared to their Apple equivalents (which are only $100 more)

Competitors

lonehunter prefers Apple iMac (2007-2008), HP TouchSmart IQ800 Series over Sony VAIO JS Series
lonehunter prefers Sony VAIO JS Series over Lenovo IdeaCentre A600
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Henk Poley

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May 17, 2009
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ProSCORE
60
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3 pros
2 cons
1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

Pros

  • saves space and looks neater than a regular PC
  • not skimpy on RAM or drivespace
  • good PC alternative to a Mac at a similar price

Cons

  • can't display full 1080p (the main reason for buying the enhanced Blu-ray model)
  • no video out for a second monitor

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glennsc

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November 16, 2008
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ProSCORE
75
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3 pros
1 con
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1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

Pros

  • saves space and looks neater than a regular PC
  • good PC alternative to a Mac at a similar price
  • Irritates Mac people

Cons

  • Not modular: screen and computer components are integrated into one box, making it impossible to upgrade either independently

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nephersir7

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October 5, 2009
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ProSCORE
100
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3 pros
0 cons
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1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

Pros

  • saves space and looks neater than a regular PC
  • not skimpy on RAM or drivespace
  • an up-to-date platform for fast RAM, most advanced Intel video and wireless N capabilities

Cons

Did not agree with any cons

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Erik

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October 14, 2008
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0
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0 pros
2 cons
1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

Pros

Did not agree with any pros

Cons

  • no video out for a second monitor
  • Not modular: screen and computer components are integrated into one box, making it impossible to upgrade either independently

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fractalhorizon

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January 8, 2009
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ProSCORE
25
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2 pros
6 cons
0 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

Pros

  • saves space and looks neater than a regular PC
  • not skimpy on RAM or drivespace

Cons

  • can't display full 1080p (the main reason for buying the enhanced Blu-ray model)
  • no video out for a second monitor
  • still comes with Windows
  • Not modular: screen and computer components are integrated into one box, making it impossible to upgrade either independently
  • doesn't feature the same quality Apple design
  • features older processors and poor video acceleration compared to their Apple equivalents (which are only $100 more)

Competitors

fractalhorizon prefers Apple iMac (2007-2008) over Sony VAIO JS Series
fractalhorizon prefers Sony VAIO JS Series over Dell XPS One 20
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hawks22gk

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October 14, 2008
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ProSCORE
25
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1 pro
3 cons
0 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

Pros

  • saves space and looks neater than a regular PC

Cons

  • can't display full 1080p (the main reason for buying the enhanced Blu-ray model)
  • still comes with Windows
  • features older processors and poor video acceleration compared to their Apple equivalents (which are only $100 more)

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Omar

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October 13, 2008
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ProSCORE
50
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mixed
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2 pros
2 cons
0 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

Pros

  • saves space and looks neater than a regular PC
  • good PC alternative to a Mac at a similar price

Cons

  • still comes with Windows
  • features older processors and poor video acceleration compared to their Apple equivalents (which are only $100 more)

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Busty

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April 6, 2009
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0 pros
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  • still comes with Windows

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