The Bottom Line
Sony has developed a strong mid-range desktop computer system with the VAIO PCV-RXA842 if you aren’t looking for 3D graphics performance, but with a few changes they could have a real winner.
Pros
- Good Processor Speed
- Decent Software Package
Cons
- Lacks 3D Graphics Power
- Plastic Case Feels Too Fragile
- DVD Drive Noisy During Playback
Description
- AMD Athlon XP2400+ Processor (2.0GHz) w/266Mhz Frontside Bus
- 512MB PC2100 DDR Memory
- 80GB ATA/100 Hard Drive
- 16x DVD-Rom Drive
- 32x/12x/40x CD-ROM Drive
- NVIDIA nForce 220 MX IGP Graphics w/32MB Shared Memory
- 10/100 Fast Ethernet
- V.90 Modem
- 1 AGP 4x and 2 PCI Slot Available
- 4 USB 2.0, 1 6-pin i.Link and 1 4-pin i.Link Ports
Guide Review - Sony VAIO PCV-RXA842 Desktop
Sony’s VAIO PCV-RXA842 is a mid-range desktop computer system that offers strong performance through its AMD Athlon XP2400+ processor but it definitely lacks power in several areas keeping it from being an excellent computer. Although attractive looking on the outside from its plastic case, the materials feel a bit too fragile. Don’t expect any major 3D graphics performance from the system without buying an additional AGP graphics card. The system does provide a good selection of software even if it does lack a good CD recording suite. With a few changes to the hardware and plastic case, Sony could have a truly exceptional computer system.
