Abstract: Vizio is , but its first desktop PC entry--the Vizio CA27-A1 all-in-one--shines bright. Priced at $1250 (as of August 24, 2012), the Vizio CA27-A1 comes stocked with an Intel Core i5-3210M processor that runs at a standard 2.5GHz but ramps up to 3.1GHz...
Vizio did not really hit the jackpot when they decided to unleash their CA27-A1 on us. The cons outweigh the pros on this model. If you are one for trying out an affordable all-in-one device, then you will be satisfied with this one. However, if you are ...
Elegant look, both front and back, Slim display and base render PC parts nearly invisible, Two HDMI-ins give display a life beyond PC use
LCD is not a touch-screen, Shallow keyboard, Balky touch pad, Internals are not user-upgradable
Vizio's first all-in-one PC is a strong first try, with eye-grabbing design, a great screen, and good pep for the money. We'd just tread carefully if you intend to migrate to Windows 8: The screen doesn't do touch. Read More…...
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Published: 2012-09-12, Author: Joel , review by: pcmag.com
Two HDMI-in ports. Large screen. Thin design. Microsoft Signature and tech support. USB 3.0 and eSATA ports.
Wonky trackpad. Slippery keyboard. Remote doesn't do Windows
The Vizio 27-inch All-in-One PC (CA27-A1) is a good first effort from the company that made its name by selling HDTVs to the masses. The CA27-A1 succeeds as an entertainment PC, but its packed-in peripherals keep it from being a workhorse system....
The Vizio CA27-A1 offers a 27-inch all-in-one and a bold, mostly compelling set of home entertainment features for a reasonable price
A few risks, like swapping in a touch pad for a mouse, don't pay off, and some quality shortcuts take away from the overall polish
Forgive its quirks, and people looking for a big-screen all-in-one to serve as a small-room entertainment hub will find the Vizio CA27-A1 a price-competitive possibility.
The Vizio CA27-A1 offers a 27-inch all-in-one and a bold, mostly compelling set of home entertainment features for a reasonable price
A few risks, like swapping in a touch pad for a mouse, don't pay off, and some quality shortcuts take away from the overall polish
Forgive its quirks, and people looking for a big-screen all-in-one to serve as a small-room entertainment hub will find the Vizio CA27-A1 a price-competitive possibility....
