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Sony Vaio Pro SVP1321X9EB

Specifications

Sony Vaio Pro SVP1321X9EB
Sony Vaio Pro SVP1321X9EB (Vaio Pro Series)
Processor
Graphics adapter
Display
13.30 inch 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixel, glossy: yes
Operating System
Microsoft Windows 8 Pro 64 Bit
Weight
940 g ( = 33.16 oz / 2.07 pounds) ( = 0 oz / 0 pounds)
Price
1200 Euro

 

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Average Score: 81.5% - good
Average of 2 scores (from 5 reviews)
price: 83%, performance: 67%, features: 83%, display: - % mobility: - %, workmanship: 83%, ergonomy: - %, emissions: - %

Reviews for the Sony Vaio Pro SVP1321X9EB

83% Review: Sony Vaio Pro 13
Source: PC Authority English Archive.org version
With the VAIO Pro 13, Sony has taken the essence of the VAIO Z Series and honed it to near-perfection. Only time will tell if the VAIO Pro 13’s flexible chassis will last the course, but it’s hard not to be impressed. The VAIO Pro 13 crams an equivalent amount of power and versatility into the very lightest Ultrabook chassis money can buy.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 09/02/2013
Rating: Total score: 83% price: 83% performance: 67% features: 83% workmanship: 83%
80% Sony Vaio Pro 13
Source: It Pro English Archive.org version
Sony has crammed one of the best touchscreens we’ve seen inside its lightweight, slimline Vaio Pro Ultrabook. The 1kg device also has a sleek design, lengthy battery life and decent performance. It’s not the strongest of laptops, but it’s ideal if you want a versatile machine for working on the road.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/12/2013
Rating: Total score: 80%

Foreign Reviews

Обзор Sony Vaio Pro 13: Самый Лёгкий Сенсорный Ультрабук
Source: Hi-Tech Mail RU→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Thin and light; beautiful appearance.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/10/2013
Recenze: Sony VAIO Pro 13 (SVP1321X9EB) - třináct palců s extrémní lehkostí
Source: Notebook.cz CZ→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Light weight and slim design; quality IPS display; long battery life Negative: Noisy under high load; glossy screen.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/04/2013
Sony Vaio Pro 13 med Intel Haswell
Source: SweClockers SV→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Lightweight; good touchpad; solid keyboard with backlight; affordable configuration possibilities. Negative: Mediocre stability; battery life; reduced performance in long-term load.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 09/16/2013

Comment

Model:

The Sony Vaio Pro SVP1321X9EB is extraordinary, primarily for one reason: It is a 13.3 inch laptop with only 1 kg. It is the lightest ultrabook this size or performance. So, it is absolutely ideal for travel and working on the go. The Sony Vaio Pro SVP1321X9EB features an Intel Core i7 4500U with 1.8 GHz and an integrated Intel HD Graphics 4400. Resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels is respectable and images look vivid on its glossy display, which hinders working in the bright outdoors or with too much overhead lighting. The only other con is that it gets a little noisy while running processor intensive tasks. But, it is elegant and slim and features a great battery life. The touch screen is one of the best in such a device.

Casual gamers will be satisfied, and most modern games should be playable with lowest resolution settings. Because of the built-in hardware the Sony Vaio Pro SVP1321X9EB is not ideal for intensive use. However, those travelling a lot and needing a machine for word processing, web browsing, casual to moderate gaming and most moderately intensive tasks required for work and play, can not find a better one than the Sony Vaio Pro SVP1321X9EB with only 1 kg.

Intel HD Graphics 4400:

ULV integrated GPU (GT2) with 20 EUs found on certain Haswell CPU models.

Non demanding games should be playable with these graphics cards.

» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List.


Intel Core i7: The Intel Core i7 for laptops is based on the LG1156 Core i5/i7 CPU for desktops. The base clock speed of the CPUs is relatively low, but because of a huge Turbo mode, the cores can dynamically overclock to up to 3.2 GHz (920XM). Therefore, the CPU can be as fast as high clocked dual-core CPUs (using single threaded applications) but still offer the advantage of 4 cores. Because of the large TDP of 45 W / 55 W, the CPU is only intended for large laptops.  


4500U:

Haswell-based ULV dual-core processor clocked at 1.8 GHz with Turbo Boost support up to 3.0 GHz. Offers an integrated HD Graphics 4400 and a dual-channel DDR3 memory controller.

» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.


13.30":

There are hardly any tablets in this display size range anymore. For subnotebooks, on the other hand, it is the standard format.

The advantage of subnotebooks is that the entire laptop can be small and therefore easily portable. The smaller display also has the advantage of requiring less power, which further improves battery life and thus mobility. The disadvantage is that reading texts is more strenuous on the eyes. High resolutions are more likely to be found in standard laptops.

» To find out how fine a display is, see our DPI List.


Sony: Sony Corporation is one of the largest Japanese electronics companies. The company was founded in 1946 under a different name and initially produced rice stoves. The company launched the first transistor radio. In 1958, the company was renamed Sony. Sony is a combination of the Latin word sonus (sound) and the English word sonny (little boy). Today, its core business is consumer electronics. The company is engaged in the development, design, manufacture and sale of electronic equipment, instruments, devices, game consoles and software. Sony operates in the following segments: Gaming and Network Services, Music, Images, Home Entertainment and Sound, Imaging Products and Solutions, Mobile Communications, Semiconductors, Financial Services and Others.


81.5%: This rating is slightly above average, there are somewhat more devices with worse ratings. However, clear purchase recommendations look different.


» Further information can be found in our Notebook Purchase Guide.

 

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Stefan Hinum, 2013-07-11 (Update: 2013-07-11)