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| Product | Dell Inspiron 15z Ultrabook Computer | Acer Aspire M5-481PT-6488 | Acer Aspire V5-571P-6499 | Sony Vaio E (17in) |
| Price | MSRP: $899.00 | $619.99 to $719.99 | $586.99 | MSRP: $979.00 |
| CNET editors' rating | 3.5 stars | 4 stars | 3.5 stars | 3 stars |
| Average user rating | 0 stars | 3 stars | 3 stars | 4.5 stars |
| Release date | Info unavailable | Info unavailable | Info unavailable | Info unavailable |
| Bottom line | Dell's Inspiron line continues to look sharper than its budget reputation would suggest. The new touch-enabled version of the 15z works as a reasonably priced
Windows 8 laptop with a big screen and an optical drive. | Considering the total package of features and price, the Acer Aspire M5 feels like a safe bet if you want an all-encompassing
Windows 8 laptop with touch that won't cost a fortune. | For under $700, the Acer Aspire V5 proves that a touch screen can work in a budget-priced
Windows 8 laptop without cutting too many corners. | If you want a reasonably priced desktop-replacement big-screen laptop, the Vaio E17 is worth a look. But it’s not a good
Windows 8 showcase machine, and it lacks any touch interface other than a small touch pad. |
| Product Description | - Windows 8, 64-bit, English - 6 GB RAM - 500 GB | Acer Aspire - 14 in - 3rd Gen Core i5 3317UB - Microsoft Windows 8 - 6 GB RAM - 500 GB | Acer Aspire - 3rd Gen Core i5 V5-571P-6499 - 15.6 in i5-3317U - Windows 8 64-bit Edition - 4 GB RAM - 500 GB HDD | Sony VAIO E Series VAIO E - 17 in - 3rd Gen Core i7 3632QM - Microsoft Windows 8 - 750 GB |
| Operating System | Windows 8, 64-bit, English | Microsoft Windows 8 | Windows 8 64-bit Edition | Microsoft Windows 8 |
| Memory | 6 GB DDR3 SDRAM | 6 GB | 4 GB DDR3 SDRAM | Info unavailable |
| Storage | 500 GB / 5400 rpm | 500 GB | 500 GB HDD / 5400 rpm | 750 GB |
| Weight | Info unavailable | 4.63 lbs | 5.3 lbs | 6.6 lbs |
| Processor | Info unavailable | Intel 3rd Gen Core i5 3317UB | 3rd Gen Core i5 Intel 3 i5-3317U / 1.7 GHz ( 2.6 GHz ) / 3 MB Cache | Intel 3rd Gen Core i7 3632QM |
| Display | Info unavailable | 14 in | 15.6 in LED backlight Yes CineCrystal 1366 x 768 / HD | 17 in 1920 x 1080 / Full HD |
| Full specifications | Full specifications | Full specifications | Full specifications | Full specifications |
| Buying choices | MSRP: $899.00 See manufacturer website for availability. |
| Prices from 1 store | MSRP: $979.00 See manufacturer website for availability. |