Will a new Vaio run games well?
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I'm using a VIAO laptop that's just a model out of date and I don't think there's a thing it can't do. It has an intel 1.8Ghz Centrino Duo processor with an nVIDIA video controller. The only thing I updated when I bought it was the memory, I maxed it out at 2Gb. I can run iTunes downloading CDs to my hard drive and run Epson scanning programs at the same time with full Norton security running in the background and not miss a beat. I'm a heavy user and I'm not disappointed! My gaming is really R/C flight simulator programs and I can fly on line with my Norton programs running with no slow down or loss of graphics...
818664
I have the exact model, I've played a few games on here (WOW, Diablo II, and Emulators.) and they run pretty well. When playing a game, be aware of your battery. It usullay shortens it to 1hour or an hour and a half. Just a tip, all blizzard games (Diablo, Warcraft III, World of Warcraft) all work with Mac.
1044494
Have a look at this testing site with benchmarked components including graphics cards\nhttp://www.reportlabs.com/testbed/
123847
I do and itz not very bad. have 1Gb Ram and 256 MB Dedicated ATI Graphics. It works!
556591
Sadly, no many current or up-to-date games will run on your computer due to its specifications. Before thinking of purchasing a game you might want to consider upgrading your computer. \n\nSomething along the lines of an AMD Athlon 64, at least 512 MB of RAM (I reccommend 1 Gigabyte), and most likely a 60 Gigabyte Hard Drive (More if you can get it). Your video card really depends on how much you are willing to spend. A top-end graphics card can cost from $250-$500. I would recommend a lower end graphics card as it should do fine for what you are looking for.\n\nIf you're adamant on getting a racing game I would reccommend the Burnout Series, although I'm not too confident that they would run on your computer.
315331
yes! it will definitely run faster. you should get a minimum of 512 MB for you computer which is like the minimum reccomended RAM size for just about everything. if you plan on playing computer games or something high tech like that you should probably try and get at least 1 GB of RAM. you will definitely notice the different. good luck. definitely get at least the 512 MB though.
1138417
It's ok but it all depends on what kind of games you are playing.  Your graphics card would be ok with 250mb but what does it connect to... ei. PCI, AGP or PCI express.  Also what's the clockspeed on your processor, and how powerful is you RAM.  You should be good to play games, but i don't think you'll be ok for High-end games, unless you turn down all the graphics settings on the game.\n\nHere's the specs on my crappy ass desktop\nCeleron Processor at 2.8ghz\n512mb Geforce 6200 (PCI)\n1GB RAM PC3200, 400mhz\n80 GB HDD\n\nand it's good for some games but not for high end games.  I try to play City of Villains on it and i gotta turn down all the graphics settings and it still sucks, my laptop has more ass to it than this piece of crap\nMy Laptop Specs\nAMD Athalon 64-bit 3400+\n1 GB RAM\nATI Mobility Radeon 9800\n80 GB HDD\n\nand i can play City of Villains without having to sacrifice graphics or performance\n\nMy veredict homeboy, is to upgrade your graphics card maybe get a better PC for high end games.
1108082
YIKES, anything other than onboard video!!! Use the Geforce 2 with the newest NVIDIA drivers and you will far surpass anything the SIS chipset could offer. Then upgrade as soon as possible.
725253
I would suggest you read product reviews and buying guide from below URL to determine what fit to your require spec:\n\nhttp://reviews.cnet.com/4520-7602_7-1016082-1.html?tag=dir\n\nPersonally, the Sony VAIO VGN-FJ170/B is a good choice for me based on your specification. Good luck.
964844
sure it is strong enough.  Depends on what type of game you like.  I recommend Diablo II and if you are willing to risk the addiction Everquest aka EverCrack or Wow world of Warcraft.  On the last 2 just turn down some of the graphic settings and the games should run with no problem.
835946
I know people who have been satisfied with the VAIO notebooks in the past, but any of them who have since purchased new laptops went with another brand.\n\nPersonally, I've recently researched laptops before purchasing one, and I'm not that impressed with the VAIO, they seem to have less capability than similarly priced computers, and not just the bargain brands, but good quality companies.  \n\nIn the end I went with an HP, my second one so far, and I have yet to be disappointed.
657012
i have an nividia 6200 and it sucks...and if you're running a new cpu, especially with windows xp for gaming, 1st win xp takes like 256 mb ram to run by itself, so when you're buying a game, keep that in mind, ALSO...new cpus have built in things where if you don't disable the hardware first and you take it out, it will lock your cpu due to an anti-theft thing...i would take mine to the store and have the geeks do it for me, but that's just me
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It will work more than fine, but if you really want to not sacrifice any noticable performance for quality in the  higher end graphics I would add one more gig of ram. \n\nIt is not a  necessity, but currently in high end gaming 2 gigs of system ram is the sweet spot right before you begin to see diminishing returns. ( I am speaking in terms of games which pursue graphic realism, not ones like WoW or guildwars, which look nice but are entirely different and not as resource hungry)
91951
Well, is the 1.7 GHZ the "MINIMUM" requirement, or the recommended. It probably won't be worth playing if you don't meet the minimum. As long as you meet the minimum requirements you can usually play in lower resolutions, with fewer effects enabled.
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I built mine and it runs real good.\nAMD Ahlon 3800+ dual core \n2GB Corsair XMS RAM\nXFX 7800GT Video Card\n74GB 10,000 RPM Raptor HD\n320 GB SATAII 16MB Cache HD \n250GB SATA Seagate HD\n120GB PATA HD\nWinfast PVR TV Tuner\n2 NEC DVD-RWs\nM-Audio Revo 7.1 Sound Card\nFloppy drive + 7 in one card reader\n\nNever have bought a brand except for laptop. Regretted buying a store-built one (Cheap components).\n\nAll in a big huge CoolerMaster Stacker Case
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Processor is OK\nRAM Memory is OK\nVideo - NO WAY - bye with at least 512 RAM to be sure it will run Vista/ good games\nSoftware included with is too old - Word 2002???\nMaybe it will be better to wait for Vista capable computer - which means Video card with 512 ram and support for DirectX 10 and at least 1 Gb Ram
81017
That's a joke right?  No, it's an integrated solution.  If you're looking to play games I recommend nothing less than a Geforce 6600GT.