Hi there...
Personally, I wouldn't buy either. My reasons listed below:
1) Sony
---Sony is an extremely proprietary brand, meaning that their computers only accept Sony hardware. While this might not be true of all internal components, it is true of most. The biggest reason I would never buy a Sony? They use a specialized version of Windows that prevents a user from installing a retail version of Windows on their machines. For example, one of my best friends has a Sony Vaio laptop. He lost his Recovery CD's. The laptop is no longer being sold (slightly out-of-date). He purchased a full retail version of Windows XP. It won't load on his laptop. Why? Because Sony puts a special code inside of their operating system recovery CD's that the full retail version doesn't have. Since the full retail version doesn't include this special code, the machine will not accept the operating system. Since his laptop is no longer being sold, he can no longer purchase the recovery CD's from Sony. What does this mean? It means he has a laptop that is totally and completely useless---No operating system means it doesn't work. A huge, oversized bookend, anyone?
2) Acer
---I'm not fond of this brand for many reasons. While I would definitely purchase this prior to buying a Sony, Acer has a reputation and a history of horrible customer service, constant malfunctioning problems, using cheap second-grade parts and bad warranty repair service. Contacting them for assistance is frustrating at best, especially when you consider that you will need to do this on a regular basis. Getting them to service their malfunctioning equipment under warranty is like trying to build a snowman in the Sahara Desert.
So with all this said, what would I recommend since I have killed off all of your listed options?
1) IBM Thinkpad T-series---Yes, you may need to save up some money to be able to afford one, but you'll get customer service that's second to none and equipment that will last until you are ready to upgrade (and still be usable and resalable).
2) Toshiba---Good customer service, fantastic warranty service and long-lasting equipment round out my reasons behind choosing this brand. They are usually a little less solidly-built than IBM, but at a more attractive price range.
3) My favorite: Macintosh, Any---Solidly built, incredibly long-lasting and with one of the most solid Operating Systems known (Read: Stable, no spyware, few viruses if any). Resale value is second to none, but can be pricey to buy new. Even buying a slightly older version will still last you years and years.
I hope this information helps.
Happy Computing!
Jason
Owner, Sky Enterprises Custom Computers
2006-07-07 20:20:16
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answered by skywlf77 2
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The Sony Viao would be your superb guess in case you get carry of the money to purchase it.I used to have an Acer and all I have been given became difficulty.My Uncle has a Vaio and it rather works super.Very quickly by no ability crashed etc
2016-12-08 17:06:40
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answered by ? 3
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Sony Vaio FJ77GP
2006-07-07 19:24:20
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answered by gazy 3
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If you're comparing Acer and Sony only, go get a Sony. Acers just aren't made with good quality parts.
However if you're going to spend the money on a Sony, consider Dell or HP before you make a purchase. They are better quality than Acer, but they are less expensive than Sony.
2006-07-07 20:15:57
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answered by domestic shopaholic 4
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Go 4 sony. If u dont hav any tension about budget then buy sony vaio. In Laptop Sony performance is better than accer.
2006-07-07 19:27:55
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answered by suraj_d_sun 2
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Sony...period. I'd still take a Dell over a Sony, provided that it was not one of Dell's "cheapies." But, alas, they're easy enough to build and you can pick your components from the best of reviews.
2006-07-07 19:24:19
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answered by bogus_dude 6
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vaio
2006-07-07 19:45:57
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answered by laclockiecelestialle 3
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