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Sony VAIO X

 

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  • User Score (6)
    7.0 7.0 from 6 reviewers
  • Expert Score (9)
    7.8 7.8 from 9 reviewers
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  • Expert Reviews

  1. Digitaltrends

    Digitaltrends
    7.5/10
    3 February 2010

    Let’s just throw it out there: With performance right on par with netbooks that cost a quarter of what it does, the Vaio X is an atrocious value. But that truly doesn’t do this magnificent machine justice. You will get a stupid grin on your face the first time you handle it. It defies all expectations of what a working laptop can look and feel like. Even after using it for hours, we returned to it to marvel anew at the size and build quality. Read more

    • Truly unprecedented size and weight, Sharp, high-resolution, LED-backlit screen, Acceptable desktop performance, Solid carbon-fiber chassis
    • Extreme price premium for netbook hardware, Dismal built-in speaker, Won't handle many movies and games
  2. LAPTOP Magazine

    LAPTOP Magazine
    6.0/10
    20 October 2009

    It’s the ultimate status symbol—with a price to match. Once again Sony is shaking up the very clichéd netbook category, this time with a design that is not only half as light and half as thin other machines in its class, but also includes a battery that lasts twice as long as many models. Sony didn’t stop there, adding integrated 3G and GPS for those mobile tycoons who are able to afford its sticker price ($1,299 to start, $1,499 as configured). Read more

  3. YugaTech

    YugaTech
    29 October 2009

    Sony’s latest Vaio X is one ultraportable I could not imagine to be doable at this time. But here you go — the thinnest and lightest among the ultraportables in the market. Check out my full review below. Read more

  4. fwd.channel5.com

    8.0/10
    24 November 2009

    Almost magically slim and light, the Sony Vaio X Series is one of the sexiest laptops ever made. But you'll need deep pockets for such a light lappie. Read more

    • The ultra-slim proportions of the X Series have to be seen to be believed. Despite this,it comes with Windows 7, a choice of either 128 or 256GB flash memory, and two ...
    • One of the compromises of the slimness is there’s no CD drive, although built-in 3G mobile broadband will get you online wherever you are. The trackpad is little fiddl...
  5. MobileTechReview.com

    MobileTechReview.com
    8.0/10
    13 November 2009

    The Sony Vaio X is as much a step forward for technology as it is a step forward in geek-chic, frou-frou computing. Whether you have a bad back, are sick of frequent flying with large notebooks that have overkill computing power, or just want to have the sexiest hardware in the office, the Vaio X has its appeal. It offers most of the creature comforts of a standard notebook in an impossibly thin, light and well-built package. Read more

    • The notebook offers standard notebook design and ergonomics made as thin and light as possible. The X looks and feels like no other notebook. Great display, extremely ...
    • Expensive, good for light to moderate work but no workhorse for desktop replacement tasks and gaming. No optical drive.
  • User Reviews

  1. Sony Vaio vpcx131kx/b

    Amazon
    4.0/10
    Reviewer: R. R. S., Amazon
    9 June 2011

    I have had this very pricey laptop since Christmas, 2010. It has been in the repair shop (Sony's) for a week now. It wouldn't boot up at all and the call center told me to take it to the Sony store. Pretty lousy performance for the price. Read more

  2. Sony VAIO X Series

    4.0/10
    Reviewer: Padmapada, pcworld.com
    3 weeks ago

    I'm really disappointed. If you look at the unreadable Sony homepage you will see that they have no human factors people on their payroll, and this X series machine shows it. Read more

    • Light weight, brilliant screen
    • Horrible track pad. No adjustment possible for sensitivity, so if you point at something, it opens it, whether you want to or not. USB ports are on the LEFT, so right ...
  • WikiFreak Description

Sony VAIO X

The Sony VAIO X is a notebook that is designed in a 10.95"(W) x 0.55"(H) x 7.29"(D) form factor that weighs 1.60 lbs (with standard battery). The Sony VAIO X is powered a 2.00 GHz Intel® processor (533 MHz FSB, 512 KB L2 Cache) mounted on a Mobile Intel® Hub US15W Chipset and 2GB (2GBx1) DDR2/533MHz memory. The 11.1 inch LED backlit display is supported by Mobile Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator 5001, and it features 1366 x 768 pixel resolution. The unit features a built-in MOTION EYE® …

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Sony VAIO X

The Sony VAIO X is a notebook that is designed in a 10.95"(W) x 0.55"(H) x 7.29"(D) form factor that weighs 1.60 lbs (with standard battery). The Sony VAIO X is powered a 2.00 GHz Intel® processor (533 MHz FSB, 512 KB L2 Cache) mounted on a Mobile Intel® Hub US15W Chipset and 2GB (2GBx1) DDR2/533MHz memory. The 11.1 inch LED backlit display is supported by Mobile Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator 5001, and it features 1366 x 768 pixel resolution. The unit features a built-in MOTION EYE® camera and microphone with face-tracking technology, an 82-key with 1.2mm stroke and 17mm pitch QWERTY keyboard, wireless / Bluetooth® on / off action buttons, electro-static touch pad and is powered by a Lithium-ion battery that provides up to 14.0 hours of computing time. The Sony VAIO X also features a 64GB PATA hard disk drive, integrated Bluetooth® Stereo A2DP (2.1 + EDR), 10Base-T/100Base-TX/1000Base-T (Gigabit) Ethernet (Fast Ethernet RJ-45 speed), Verizon Wireless Mobile Broadband, 802.11 b/g/n WiFi and GPS connectivity. Other features on the notebook include: one Memory Stick Duo™ media slot with MagicGate® functionality, one Secure Digital (SD memory card) media slot, Intel® High Definition Audio, comes with one year toll-free technical assistance available 24/710; # Online and Email Support, one year international service plan options, one year limited warranty. The Sony VAIO X supported the following input and output: one DC-In, one Ethernet Connection, one headphone output, one microphone input and two USB Ports, (2.0 compliant). It runs Genuine Microsoft® Windows 7® Home Premium 32-bit operating system and comes bundled with VAIO Care™ - System diagnostics and maintenance, Norton Internet Security™ 2009 30-Day Trial Offer, Microsoft® Works SE 9.0 with 60-Day Trial Version of Microsoft® Office Home and Student 200711 Microsoft® Streets and Trips. It is an ENERGY STAR® 5.0, EPEAT™ Gold and ROHS compliant device.

Features

The VAIO® X notebook is touted as the world’s lightest notebook at 1.6 pounds and just about a half-inch thin. The device comes also in a limited edition VAIO Signature Collection in Gold, featuring gold paint and a 128GB solid state drive. for fast, reliable storage. The VAIO X is designed with carbon fiber casing, and supports an aluminum keyboard panel for structural rigidity and a scratch-resistant widescreen display. The unit features real-time GPS functionality that is built right into the form factor and provides users with turn-by-turn directions to where they want to go by displaying it on an easy-to-read map. Other features on the VAIO X includes a built-in camera and microphone that lets users stay connected to family, friends and colleagues wherever they may be, and Microsoft® Windows® 7 Home Premium edition operating system optimized with navigation features that lets users customize Windows to look and feel the way they like by changing themes and taskbar programs.

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  • Manufacturer's Description

Windows®. Life without Walls™. Sony Recommends Windows 7.

  • Everyday Ultra-mobile Performance So light and slim, you might not even know it’s there. About as thin as most cell phones, the 1.6lb (with standard battery) VAIO® X series laptop is a cinch to tote. Enjoy a full-featured PC experience with Genuine Microsoft® Windows® 7 Home Premium. Microsoft® Office Starter 2010 11 includes reduced-functionality versions of Word® and Excel® only, with advertising. See your …

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