Sony Laptop Computer Review

Sony launches a new ultraportable 13.3-inch format by Intel Calpella platform equipped with an Intel Core i5, a 3G module and a dedicated graphics card for less than 1500 $, the Vaio S11V9E / B. Sony Vaio S11V9E / B ; Dalle 13.3”WXGA HD LED Backlight (1366 × 768) ; Intel Core i5-520M (2.4 GHz) ; RAM Installed (Max) 4 GB DDR3 1066 MHz (8 GB), 2 slots ; Storage Space 500 GB 5400 rpm ; Graphics Card Nvidia Geforce G 310M 512MB GDDR3 dedicated, 2.26 GB TurboCache ; Optical Drive DVD Recorder; Audio System 2 speakers Dolby Sound Room ; Webcam 0.3 megapixel Motion Eye with micro ; Wi-Fi a / b / g / n + Gobi 3G + HSDPA 2000 + Gigabit Ethernet, Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR ; Card Reader Memory Stick, SD  ; Li-Ion 6 cell 5000mAh 54Whr, 330 gr ; Autonomy announced 4:45 ; Dimensions (mm) 329 x 228.5 x 27.6-31.5 ; Weight 2 Kg (with battery).




As usual, Sony and several applications that the Google Chrome browser is installed. Its black design is elegant and sober. It enjoys a chassis resistant magnesium alloy. The hard drive is it protected against shocks. The left side hosts the HDMI ports, VGA, USB (x1) and Firewire while the optical unit and the rest of the connectors are positioned on the right.

The multi-touch touchpad dispsoe two buttons separated by the fingerprint reader. The keyboard has backlit keys to her flat matte well spaced from one another. Proposed less than 1500 $ in LDLC, the Sony Vaio S11V9E / B is one of the few in its class to receive a processor as powerful Arrandale.

The Core i5-520M backed by 4GB of RAM fully used by Windows 7 64-bit operation ensures comfortable in everyday use and multitasking. In turn, the dedicated graphics card Geforce G 310M input range is able to handle games little resource intensive 3D. In all cases, some applications can take advantage of hardware acceleration of the GPU and can be read smoothly HD video. The screen also displays a 16:9 format well suited to such use. However, its resolution is disappointing, especially vertically, because it is limited and requires scroller regular office and surfing.

In addition to its Intel Core i5, one of the other advantages of this Vaio is undoubtedly its 3G embedded module through which it is possible to connect to the Internet via mobile networks, with a subscription fee or the buying a prepaid card from a telecom operator. The operating system Windows 7 Professional offers him over the Home Premium XP mode which allows you to install and use applications / drivers only compatible with Windows XP.

Other key “pro”, the presence of a fingerprint reader for easy access and so protected inside the computer. We also appreciate the storage space of 500GB comfortable, the weight content of 2 kg, the backlit keyboard and connectivity provided only where no e-SATA port is to be deplored.

Clearly if you are looking for a good performance ultraportable invoice weight mastered with a strong wireless connectivity, and your budget allows, the Sony Vaio S11V9E / B is an interesting choice. Finally, remember that you can customize to your liking the setup of a Sony Vaio via the website. Remember still that customizing a Vaio S on SonyStyle with a configuration similar to the Vaio S11V9E / B, it arrive at a price around 1500 $, with a delivery time between 3 and 4 weeks.