The model number "PCG-3J1M" is particularly interesting because it is not the retail model name. In Sony's internal coding system, "PCG" stands for "Personal Computer Generation". This model served as a specific chassis identifier, often covering several retail models with similar hardware.

Sony XBRITE-ECO or HiColor-FullHD dual-lamp LCD.

Sony's glossy technology, which enhanced color depth and contrast, making it great for media consumption. Graphics Adapter: Integrated Intel Graphics Media Accelerator (GMA) X3100 Go to product viewer dialog for this item.

Originally shipped with Windows Vista or Windows 7 , though it can technically run Windows 10 with driver adjustments.

Intel Core 2 Duo (Penryn architecture), with common options like the or .