Vaio Vs. Macbook
The Sony Vaio and Apple MacBook product lines are considered high-end laptops in terms of performance. There are significant differences between the two that you should consider before making a purchasing decision.
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Operating Systems
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As of October 2009, the Sony Vaio line offers a variety of Windows operating systems depending on the model. All MacBook models ship with current version of Mac OS X.
Base Prices
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Base prices of the Vaio models range from $499.99 to $1,769.99 for factory standard configurations. Apple's MacBook line ranges from $999 to $2,499. Upgrades are available for both. While the specific configurations vary as new models are released, these price points are generally consistent.
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Screen Sizes
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The Vaio line offers widescreen displays from 8 to 18.4 inches. The MacBook widescreen displays range from 13 to 17 inches.
Speed
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Different hardware and software configurations combined with the fact Sony and Apple use different processors make it impossible to compare their products based on sheer gigahertz speed.
Key Differences
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Sony Vaio offers a wider line of models and lower prices with comparatively more features, but it is incapable of running Mac OS X. Apple's MacBooks have a less broad selection and cost more, but it is capable of running Mac OS X and various Windows operating systems using Apple's built-in Boot Camp utility.
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