Sony VAIO VGC-LS1

Sony VAIO VGC-LS1
alaAverage 4.2

4 reviews

May, 2013

We have collected and analyzed 1 expert reviews and 3 user reviews from international sources. Experts rate this product 80/100 and users rate it 87/100. The average review date is Apr 7, 2007. We have compared these reviews to 153128 reviews from other Desktops. Last update: May 23, 2013.

Review analysis

(Based on 4 reviews)

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Sony Vaio VGC-LS1

 

The LS1 is perfect for TV addicts who don't care about HDTV. It works well with SDTV cable and satellite broadcasts and serves as a good base station for digital cameras and music players. It could replace the bedroom or office TV while adding...

Compact all-in-one form factor. Looks like a widescreen TV. Wireless keyboard and mouse. Dual-core goodness. Vista Premium compatibility. Integrated webcam

No HDMI or composite-video input. Tuner isn't HDTV. Short, 60-day Internet security subscription. Ugly IR receiver

The Sony VAIO VGC-LS1 all-in-one desktop is the closest you can get to an iMac in a Windows PC, but a couple of missteps keep it a hair behind the class leader.

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Seems like a sweet machine until the drives stop working

 

Seems like a sweet machine until the drives stop working

Lasted a little over a year, then the DVD drive would only recognize CDs, not DVDs. Sony support is terrible. Tried to upgrade to Vista, and despite what the Sony tech support site had to say (and a software utility to examine the machine) - not. The...

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Sony Vaio VGC-LS1 Desktop PC

 

Sony Vaio VGC-LS1 Desktop PC

This is a great product. This PC is compact and a great space saver. The built in hardware is wonderful. Very few wires and and electrical cords needed. I am sold on this product. Sony did a great job on this design. I would highly recommend this...

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Sony Vaio VGC-LS1 Desktop PC

 

Sony Vaio VGC-LS1 Desktop PC

This is a great product. This PC is compact and a great space saver. The built in hardware is wonderful. Very few wires and and electrical cords needed. I am sold on this product. Sony did a great job on this design. I would highly recommend this...

Product Specifications

When space is at a premium and power is a necessity, the stunning VAIO VGC-LS1 PC/TV combo offers everything you need in space-saving design. This gorgeous LCD TV features a high-performance VAIO PC cleverly tucked into its slim side panel. Elegantly framed with a transparent border to produce a spectacular floating effect, the VGC-LS1 is an astonishing PC/TV showpiece designed for media enthusiasts. With built-in wireless LAN and a wire concealing back panel, this eye-popping desktop will fit seamlessly into your home or office.

Audio Output

Type:Sound card

Cabinet (Chassis)

Form Factor:All-in-one
Manufacturer Form Factor:All-in-one

Cabinet (Chassis)

Form Factor:All-in-one
Manufacturer Form Factor:All-in-one

Cache Memory

Installed Size:2MB
Per Processor Size:2MB

Dimensions & Weight

Depth:7.4in
Height:14.1in
Weight:15lbs
Width:20.9in

Display (Projector)

Diagonal Size:19in
Diagonal Size (metric):48.3cm
Max Resolution:1680 x 1050
Type:LCD display
Widescreen Display: Yes

Header

Compatibility:PC
Manufacturer:Sony
Model:LS1 / VGC-LS1
Packaged Quantity:1
Product Line:Sony VAIO

Mainboard

Chipset Type:Intel 945GM Express
Data Bus Speed:667MHz

Modem

Max Transfer Rate:56Kbps
Type:Fax / modem

Multimedia Functionality

TV Tuner Type:Analog TV

Networking

Data Link Protocol:Ethernet / Fast Ethernet / IEEE 802.11b / IEEE 802.11g
Type:Network adapter
Wireless LAN Supported: Yes
Wireless Protocol:802.11b/g

Optical Storage

Read Speed:24x (CD) / 8x (DVD)
Rewrite Speed:16x (CD) / 4x (DVD
Type:DVD
Write Speed:24x (CD) / 8x (DVD

OS Provided

Type:Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 URP2

Processor

Clock Speed:1.83GHz
Installed Qty:1
Manufacturer:Intel
Max Supported Qty:1
Multi-Core Technology:Dual-Core
Processor Number:T2400
Type:Core Duo

RAM

Installed Size:2GB
Max Supported Size:2GB
Technology:DDR2 SDRAM

Service & Support

On-Site Warranty:On-site
Type:1 year warranty

Storage Controller (2nd)

Type:IDE

Storage Hard Drive

Interface Type:Serial ATA-150

Storage Hard Drive (2nd)

Type: None

Storage Removable

Type: None

System

Hard Drive(-s) Total Capacity:250GB
Recommended Use:Home use
Type:Media center
Windows Vista Certification:Windows Vista Premium Ready

Video Output

Graphics Processor / Vendor:Intel GMA 950
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