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.
Operating Systems
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
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.
Screen Sizes
The Vaio line offers widescreen displays from 8 to 18.4 inches. The MacBook widescreen displays range from 13 to 17 inches.
Speed
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
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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