REVIEW: Sony VAIO TZ

The Sony TZ (VGN-TZ191N) we are going over today has the following configuration:

• Windows Vista Business (32-bit)
• Intel Core 2 Duo Processor U7600 (1.20GHz, 2MB L2, 533MHz FSB)
• Mobile Intel 945GMS Express Chipset
• Intel Wireless WiFi Link 4965AGN (802.11a/g/n)
• Sprint Mobile Broadband (EV-DO Rev. A)
• 2GB PC2-5300 DDR2 SDRAM (1 slot, maximum capacity 2GB)
• 32GB Samsung SSD Ultra-ATA HD
• 8x DVD (+/-R double layer) drive
• 11.1" diagonal widescreen XBrite TFT LCD display at 1366x768 (WXGA, Glossy, LED Backlit)
• Premium Carbon-Fiber Casing
• Intel GMA950 w/ up to 224MB
• MOTION EYE camera and microphone
• Bluetooth version 2.0 plus Enhanced Data Rate (EDR)
• ExpressCard slot (ExpressCard/34)
• 5-in-1 media card reader
• Memory Stick PRO (with MagicGate functionality) Secure Reader
• VGA, Modem, 1Gb LAN, IEEE 1394, Dock, and Mic/Headphone connectors
• IEEE-1394s (FireWire)
• Two USB 2.0 ports
• Dimensions (WxDxH Front/H Rear): 10x7.8x0.9/1.2
• Weight: 2lbs 10.5oz actual, 3lbs 4oz travel weight
• 60W (19V x 4.62A) 100-240V AC adapter (10oz)
• Standard Lithium Ion battery (11.1oz)
• 1-Year Standard Limited Warranty

Pros

• Amazing LED backlit screen
• Almost seven hours of battery life
• SSD Hard Drive

Cons

• Bottom gets very hot, pants required.