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| Product | Apple iPod Classic (second generation, 120GB, silver) | Microsoft Zune 120GB (third generation, glossy black) | SanDisk Sansa Fuze (8GB, silver) |
| Price | $485.00 | $799.99 | $196.52 to $247.50 |
| CNET editors' rating | 4 stars | 4 stars | 4 stars |
| Average user rating | 3 stars | 4 stars | 3.5 stars |
| Release date | September 9, 2008 | September 16, 2008 | March 17, 2008 |
| Bottom line | The
iPod Classic refines the formula that put the iPod on the map. Few can match its combination of storage capacity, battery life, and intuitive user interface. | The Zune 120, with a unique focus on music discovery, is a fierce competitor to the
iPod Classic. The Zune's substantial storage capacity combined with its Zune Pass music subscription makes it an ideal solution for restless music fans with large appetites. | The SanDisk Sansa Fuze is a great value; a slim design, a simple interface, plentiful features, memory expansion capability, and solid sound quality all come with an easy-to-swallow price tag. |
| PC interface(s) supported | Hi-Speed USB | Wi-Fi Hi-Speed USB | Hi-Speed USB |
| Digital storage media capacity | 120 GB | 120 GB | Info unavailable |
| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 2.4 in x 0.4 in x 4.1 in | 2.4 in x 0.5 in x 4.3 in | 1.9 in x 0.3 in x 3.1 in |
| Weight | 4.9 oz | 4.5 oz | 2.1 oz |
| Resolution | 320 x 240 | 320 x 240 | 220 x 176 |
| Battery technology | Lithium ion | Lithium ion | Info unavailable |
| Mfr estimated battery life | 36 hour(s) | 30 hour(s) | 24 hour(s) |
| Full specifications | Full specifications | Full specifications | Full specifications |
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