Sony VAIO VGN-SZ450N/C PC Notebook Reviews

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Sony VAIO VGN-SZ450N/C PC Notebook Review Summary

Sony, long known for its consumer electronics, also makes a popular line of notebook computers know as the VAIO. The VAIO VGN-SZ450N/C notebook is designed for the performance minded user looking for smaller than normal sized notebook. Our community of discerning portable computer users has mixed emotions about their VAIO VGN-SZ450N/C’s. While some reviews like the durability and ease of use of the VAIO VGN-SZ450N/C, others decry the lack of customer service and large battery size that seems to have a less than ideal life. Sony outfits the VAIO VGN-SZ450N/C notebook with a 13.3" TFT active matrix display, powerful Intel Core 2 Duo T7200 processor at 2.0GHz, up to 2GB DDR2 RAM, wireless LAN, DVD/RW drive, and a 160GB hard drive. The (approximately) $1800.00 sleekly designed grey and black notebook also ships with Windows Vista Business Edition. Read what our reviews have to say about the Sony VAIO VGN-SZ450N/C as well as the Dell Inspiron 1520 and Lenovo ThinkPad 3000 series notebook computers.

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Favorable Review

Sleek, ergonomic, lighweight, nice screen.....

FEB

2007

After having to practically replace every part on my *ell notebook (some twice!) and hold for weekly tech calls to India, I finally had enough and drove to the store to set myself free. My girlfriend loved her Sony, and I was set on either a Sony or an HP.

I came home that day with the Sony VAIO and...

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a pc-user, travelling for work

LibbyMcMillan
Sanibel, FL

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Critical Review

Good basic light laptop, but not very reliable.

NOV

2007

I have had Sony Vaios for over five years and this was natural choice when I was in the market for a laptop. While my desktop works great, the Sony laptop is very unreliable. It is very light and easy to use. However, the battery did fail numerous times and I wound up having to take it in for service... read full review »

a laptop user, value conscious

btrfly02
Morton, PA

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A Great Laptop with speed and style to match!

Constantly Connected, daily computer user, constantly online

DEC

2007

I bought my Vaio for two reasons, one to have when I traveled and because it was on sale. Mine is the model PCG-K45 with a 15.1" screen, 80 gig hard drive and 512 megs of memory. I upgraded my memory to 1 gig about 6 months ago. The processor is a pentium 4 at 3.2 ghz and runs Windows Xp Home Edition.

My Experience

The thing I like most about my little laptop is not only can I take it with me, but the built in WiFi works great. I have never had any trouble connecting on the road and I always have a fast connection where ever I go. I have the stock graphics card that came with it and the... read full review »

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kid-kansas
Vincennes, IN

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A laptop shouldn't be too heavy for your lap

Constantly Connected, willing to pay for quality

NOV

2007

We made this laptop purchase quickly after our previous computer was stolen. We should have taken more time to explore our options and compare products. All in all this is a good product and I would recommend it to a friend. It provides good quality graphics and has been dependable. However, it does not meet our needs in terms of portability. With a large battery and massive screen (that might be a bonus to some people), it does not fit in our average sized computer case and is cumbersome to carry. I find myself using it most often at our computer desk because it is too much trouble... read full review »

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ling46
Memphis, TN

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Hot in all ways, a big computing monster, amazingly big screen

a PC User, always online, a techie, a coder, a graphics pro

FEB

2008

this computer is large. many of them are 17-19 inches. their internal batteries are very limited due to the large screens which take up lots of elecricity and the fast processors. they are intended for desktop replacement use only, as they get very hot and you can get laptop burn from them. if you are into graphics, this is the computer for you though, as its large screen can play any movie in high clarity and is very easy on the eyes. the fact that it is a sony product means that it will have a high fit and finish, as well as be the best possible high preformance pc on the market at the time... read full review »

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brainyboy44
New Rochelle, NY

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The Laptop for the Pros!

married, constantly online, cost-conscious, avid reader, a person who enjoys quality, computer addict, a laptop user, not rich

DEC

2007

I purchased a Sony Vaio and have had a bad go of it. This laptop is not for anyone that isn't an expert. I am just learning about computers and I think the salesman should have directed me to a more user friendly laptop. I have had to learn much more than I wanted to in order to function on this machine. Have you ever gotten a new toy and just wanted to play with it all the time? That's what I wanted to do when I got my new Vaio, the difference is, I can't understand how much of it works! Go figure!

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forgiven777
Asheville, NC

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totally cool

a PC User, Every day computer user, always online, interested in comfort, appreciate nice things, into trying new things, married, appreciative of good service

FEB

2009

I got my first laptop for Christmas this year . I love it. It has lots of storage and memory and works great. I was afraid of trying laptops but since it was a gift, all is well. I found out what my husband paid for it and think it was costly, but I am told it is one of the best on the market

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indysmom
Monroeville, NJ

Good hardware, poor service, poor support.

willing to pay for quality, Every day computer user, a laptop user, very demanding of my computers, a pc-user, a comparison shopper

DEC

2007

I purchased the Sony Vaio VGN-SZ480N when my previous computer failed. I shopped for about 6 months before making the decision of what computer to purchase and settled on this one. The size is great for travel. The screen is large enough to use and not feel cramped but still fits in the spaces I need it to. The bag required to carry the computer is small enough to still be a carry-on and hold the other stuff I want with me.

The hardware is good. Brand names on most everything, but not the best quality. The case is well-built, but there are spaces at the joints that are a little too large for my... read full review »

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AZGLI
Tempe, AZ

I love the looks and feel, just dont try to redo your system!

a PC User, a Mac addict, Every day computer user, always online, a techie, a graphics pro

MAY

2008

The Sony VAIO VGN-SZ450N/C PC Notebook is a great computer for anyone who loves sony. I have a sony digital camera which was amazingly easy to use, thanks to this laptop. You do not need a converter for your memory card, because it is compatable with your laptop. Sony memory stick, sony camera, sony laptop. They all go together!

The color and design is great as well. For a college student or recent grad (like myself!) It is light weight, and so easy to use. Sony has great software that comes with the laptops as well. The only problem is, if you tend to get a lot of viruses' you may want to stay... read full review »

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laurenssurvey
Absecon, NJ

Worth the money

a PC User

MAY

2009

I bought my Sony Vaio on special at Best Buy a few months ago and I LOVE it! Its got a great display. Its very bright and crisp. I like the way the keyboard feels. Its a great size and it fits my hands well. The keys are quiet and easy to push. The computer is very light and portable. Its easy to carry around and not a pain to keep with you during travel. And the pearly white color is aesthetically pleasing. I was looking for this to be in pink, but it wasn't available at the time of purchase. I'm surprised at how much I like the pearly white though. All of my other laptops...

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kellilewandowski
Flower Mound, TX

Fantastic laptop and it's Pink!

constantly online, very happy with this product, Constantly Connected, Happy laptopper, willing to pay for quality, rough on my stuff

AUG

2007

My husband bought me this laptop 3 months ago as an anniversary gift. I am starting law school and he felt I needed a quality laptop. I absolutely love it.

I am, by no means, a computer/technology person. My computer usage is mostly surfing the internet, chatting on AOL and word processing. Please keep this in mind when reading my review since I will not become very technical in it.

I am very hard on my stuff. This is the 4th laptop I've had in 8 or 9 years, but it is by far the best. The quality of the machine is obvious. It's very lightweight, but has a "beefy" feel to it. I dropped it the other...

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fitnessmandy
Suwanee, GA

there is no better one out there

always online

JUL

2009

The Sony VAIO VGN-SZ450N/C PC Notebook is the king of laptops. Mark my words, you will not find another computer that will deliver better than this sony computer. First, it is aestethicgally pleasing. You would stare at this computer all day. You will rub your hands all over it even though you know there is going to be smudge marks from doing that. out would not be able to keep your hands and eyes of it. So what about performance? This computer is not a beauty without brains. It definitely has the brains to match with the beauty. It is extremely fast, the keyboard is very easy to use. You can stay...

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agent-douchebag
Boston, MA

sleek and fast

always online, Willing to pay for quality

NOV

2009

I have been using my VAIO SZ for about 4 years now. I dont play games or do anything too intensive on the computer. Photoshop is probably as hardcore as I get. So I think my computer is not as abused as others out there. So potential buyers, keep this in mind when I say that my VAIO SZ runs pretty smoothly and fast. My friend has a similar one and she really dislikes it because it hangs all the time. She was really disappointed because the laptop unit is so expensive! But then again, she drags her computer to class and plops it down every which way so that might be the reason why it hangs...

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tclaire10
Claremont, CA

Love my VAIO

Constantly Connected, Every day computer user, not rich

NOV

2007

I purchased a Vaio laptop in February, right before Windows XP products were phased out. In fact Best Buy no longer had any in stock except those loaded with Vista - which I wanted to avoid. Found a Viao on clearance at Staples and have been lovin' it ever since! it's sleek and slick, didn't cost an arm and a leg (but it wasn't the cheapest, either) and meets my needs. I use it mostly for photo editting and digital scrapbooking in Photoshop Elements. No problems at all. The image quality is great - which Sony is known for. It is a bit heavy, but I mostly use it at home so that's not... read full review »

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scrapmuch
Westmont, IL

works like a charm

Every day computer user, a laptop user, a bargain hunter

DEC

2007

We found this item on sale and it has worked like a charm. My only complaint is the creaky sound that is made when your right hand rests on the keyboard in certain positions. Otherwise it came with an appropriate amount of software, and is very easy to use. We are huge fans of sony products.

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Morganton, NC

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Brand Name	Sony
Product Name	VAIO VGN-SZ450N/C PC Notebook
Laptop Type	PC Laptops
Laptop Weight	4 - 5 lbs.
Product Features	Built-in WiFi Firewire Drive Intel Processor Widescreen Display
Key Features	Hard Drive 160 GB Serial ATA, 5400 RPM Display 13.3 in. WXGA LED Mobile Technology Wi-Fi Certified Processor Core 2 Duo 2 GHz Installed Memory 2 GB (DDR2 SDRAM) Operating System Microsoft Windows Vista Business Laptop Type Ultraportable Laptop Use Corporate Business
Processor	Processor Manufacturer Intel Processor Type Core 2 Duo Processor Speed 2 GHz Processor Number T7200
Memory	Installed RAM 2 GB RAM Technology DDR2 SDRAM Max Supported RAM 2 GB RAM Speed 533 MHz Installed Cache Memory 4096 KB
Hard Drive	Hard Drive Capacity 160 GB Hard Drive Rotation Speed 5,400 RPM Storage Controller Type Serial ATA
Display	Display Size 13.3 in. Display Tech WXGA LED Display Max. Resolution 1280 x 800 Screen Size 13.3 in.
Video	Graphic Processor Intel Graphics Media Accelerator (GMA) 900
Operating System	Platform PC Operating System Microsoft Windows Vista Business
Networking	Data Link Protocol Bluetooth Networking Type Bluetooth
Dimensions	Weight 3.7 lb. Depth 9.3 in. Height 1.3 in. Width 12.5 in.
Miscellaneous	Exterior Color Carbon MPN VGNSZ450NC Product ID 40425423 UPC 027242711648 Family Line Sony VAIO
Motherboard	Bus Speed 667 MHz Chipset Intel 945GM
Technical Features	Security Features Finger Print Sensor, Security Chip (TPM) Expansion Ports 2 x USB 2.0, 1 x IEEE 1394a (FireWire), VGA out, RJ-11 (modem), RJ-45 (NIC) Expandability 1 x Type I/II PC Card Slot, 1 x SD Card Slot, 1 x Memory Stick Card Slot, Docking Station/Port Replicator, 1 x MMC Card Slot,... Special Features Integrated Video Camera Input Method Keyboard
CD / DVD	CD / DVD Type Dual Layer DVD±RW/DVD-RAM Optical Drive Read Speed 24x (CD) Optical Drive Write Speed 8x (DVD+R) Optical Drive ReWrite Speed 16x (CD-RW)
Audio	Audio Input Type Integrated Microphone Audio Output Type Headphones
Battery	Battery Technology Lithium ion Battery Run Time 4.5 Hours
Warranty	Warranty 1 Year
Modem	Modem Type Fax / Modem Analog Modulation Protocol ITU V.90
Product MPN	MPN VGNSZ450N/C

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