Sony VAIO Digital Studio PCV-RS420

alaScore 77

11 reviews

May, 2013

We have collected and analyzed 11 user reviews from international sources. Users rate it 65/100. The average review date is Jun 19, 2005. We have compared these reviews to 153136 reviews from other Desktops. The alaScore™ for this product is 77/100 = Good. Last update: May 22, 2013.

Review analysis

(Based on 11 reviews)

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Still Going after 7 years

 

Still Going after 7 years

This has been an awesome computer from Day one. I installed an extra gig of RAM about 3 years back and am only just now replacing this spectacular comp, or rather moving it into secondary duty. No complaints, can count the crashes in seven years on...

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Still Going after 7 years

 

This has been an awesome computer from Day one. I installed an extra gig of RAM about 3 years back and am only just now replacing this spectacular comp, or rather moving it into secondary duty. No complaints, can count the crashes in seven years on one...

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Still rocking after almost 2 yrs

 

An excellent hardware platform, easily upgradeable in nearly every aspect.

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Still rocking after almost 2 yrs

 

Still rocking after almost 2 yrs

An excellent hardware platform, easily upgradeable in nearly every aspect. Hardware: 4.25 The p4 HT 2.8GHz dual-core processor still rocks at higher-end of 32-bit platforms. Still is really no app it can't handle. Even the infamous "super" PC ...

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Still rocking after almost 2 yrs

 

Still rocking after almost 2 yrs

An excellent hardware platform, easily upgradeable in nearly every aspect. Hardware: 4.25 The p4 HT 2.8GHz dual-core processor still rocks at higher-end of 32-bit platforms. Still is really no app it can't handle. Even the infamous "super" PC version...

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Recommended is 8X DVD ROM/ 16X DVD ROM.

 

I notice this machine has a '64MB dedicated video memory' card,and everything else is great,except the 'DVD ROM' speed. This machine operates at '2X DVD ROM',which is way to slow,that probably accounts for the bad performance with 'high-end software'....

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Recommended is 8X DVD ROM/ 16X DVD ROM.

 

Recommended is 8X DVD ROM/ 16X DVD ROM.

I notice this machine has a '64MB dedicated video memory' card,and everything else is great,except the 'DVD ROM' speed. This machine operates at '2X DVD ROM',which is way to slow,that probably accounts for the bad performance with 'high-end software'....

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Great for on-line or work -- Gamers should stay away

 

Great for on-line or work -- Gamers should stay away

Clarification of how this product was rated... + One star for gamers or heavy media users + Four stars for home office applications I usually start out with the pro's, but given the seriousness (or even worse, silliness) of the cons, I am going to...

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Great for on-line or work -- Gamers should stay away

 

Great for on-line or work -- Gamers should stay away

Clarification of how this product was rated...+ One star for gamers or heavy media users+ Four stars for home office applicationsI usually start out with the pro's, but given the seriousness (or even worse, silliness) of the cons, I am going to start...

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Great for on-line or work -- Gamers should stay away

 

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Product Specifications

The Sony VAIO RS Series desktop is a dream come true for professionals in the office. The DVD burning capability makes viewing your images or delivering memorable presentations easier than ever. The fastest Intel Pentium 4 processor provides all the speed you'll ever need. You'll have plenty of options to choose from. The RS Series: one look and the benefits are clear. PRODUCT FEATURES: DVD

Audio Output

Type:Sound card

Cabinet (Chassis)

Form Factor:Tower
Manufacturer Form Factor:Tower

Cabinet (Chassis)

Form Factor:Tower
Manufacturer Form Factor:Tower

Cache Memory

Installed Size:512KB
Per Processor Size:512KB

Dimensions & Weight

Depth:14.9in
Height:15.6in
Weight:26.5lbs
Width:7.2in

Display (Projector)

Type:None.

Environmental Standards

ENERGY STAR Qualified: Yes
EPA Energy Star Compliant: Yes

Header

Compatibility:PC
Manufacturer:Sony
Model:PCV-RS420
Packaged Quantity:1
Product Line:Sony VAIO Digital Studio

Mainboard

Data Bus Speed:800MHz

Modem

Max Transfer Rate:56Kbps
Type:Fax / modem

Networking

Data Link Protocol:Ethernet / Fast Ethernet
Type:Network adapter

Optical Storage

Read Speed:32x
Rewrite Speed:10x (CD) / 2x (DVD-RW) / 2.4x (DVD+RW)
Type:DVD
Write Speed:16x (CD) / 4x (DVD)

Optical Storage (2nd)

Read Speed:40x

OS Provided

Type:Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition

Processor

Clock Speed:2.8GHz
Installed Qty:1
Manufacturer:Intel
Max Supported Qty:1
Type:Pentium 4

RAM

Installed Size:512MB
Max Supported Size:2GB
Technology:DDR SDRAM

Service & Support

Type:1 year warranty

Storage Controller (2nd)

Type: None

Storage Floppy Drive

Type:3.5" 1.44 MB floppy / 3.5 1.44 MB floppy

Storage Hard Drive

Interface Type:ATA-100

Storage Hard Drive (2nd)

Type: None

Storage Removable

Type: None

System

Hard Drive(-s) Total Capacity:120GB
Recommended Use:Home use
Type:Personal computer

Video Memory

Installed Size:64MB

Video Output

Graphics Processor / Vendor:ATI Radeon 9200
Interface Type:AGP 8x
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