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Sony Vaio VPC-Y21S1E

Specifications

Sony Vaio VPC-Y21S1E
Sony Vaio VPC-Y21S1E (Vaio VPC-Y Series)
Processor
Intel Pentium U5400 2 x 1.2 GHz, Arrandale
Memory
4 GB 
, PC3-8500F
Display
13.30 inch 16:9, 1366 x 768 pixel, LFP 16, glossy: yes
Mainboard
Intel HM55
Storage
Toshiba MK3265GSX, 320 GB 
, 5400 rpm, 5400 U/Min 8MB
Soundcard
HD Audio
Connections
1 Express Card 34mm, 3 USB 2.0, 1 Firewire, 1 VGA, 1 HDMI, 1 Kensington Lock, Audio Connections: Line-out, mic, Card Reader: MS Duo/Pro-HG Duo & SD-Card Slot
Networking
Atheros AR8131 PCI-E Gigabit Ethernet Controller (10MBit/s), Atheros AR9285 Wireless Network Adapter (b/g/n = Wi-Fi 4/), Bluetooth 2.1+EDR
Size
height x width x depth (in mm): 32 x 326 x 226.5 ( = 1.26 x 12.83 x 8.92 in)
Battery
54 Wh Lithium-Ion, 5000mAh 10.8V VGP-BPS21A
Operating System
Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium 64 Bit
Camera
Webcam: 0.3 640×480
Additional features
24 Months Warranty
Weight
1.694 kg ( = 59.75 oz / 3.73 pounds), Power Supply: 149 g ( = 5.26 oz / 0.33 pounds)

 

Pricecompare

Average Score: 79.86% - good
Average of 7 scores (from 9 reviews)
price: 59%, performance: 58%, features: 48%, display: 54% mobility: 71%, workmanship: 89%, ergonomy: 81%, emissions: 76%

Reviews for the Sony Vaio VPC-Y21S1E

85% Review Sony Vaio VPC-Y21S1E Subnotebook | Notebookcheck
Core Refresh. Sony trades the Core 2 Duo SU7300 for a Pentium U5400, but keeps its successful concept. Integrated graphics, aluminum/magnesium case and a keyboard with a strong feedback. Will summer really be fun with the 13.3 incher?
90% Sony Vaio Y series (VPCY21S1E) review
Source: CNet English Archive.org version
Looking for a laptop to use on the move, but want one that's available in more than just business black? Sony may have the answer with its thin and light Vaio VPCY21S1E, which comes in a range of colours including blue, pink and silver. Its performance may not be top-notch, but the 13.3-inch Sony Vaio VPCY21S1E is still a hugely likeable machine thanks to its impressive battery life, slick design and great keyboard and screen.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/12/2010
Rating: Total score: 90%
67% Sony VAIO Y21S1E review
Source: PC Pro English Archive.org version
Well built, lightweight and packed to the hilt with ports and features, this is a great ultraportable.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 11/05/2010
Rating: Total score: 67% price: 67% performance: 33%
60% Sony VAIO VPC-Y21S1E/SI review
Source: Techradar English Archive.org version
We were impressed by the portability of Sony's new Y Series laptop, and it's refreshing to see an ultraportable at such an affordable price. However, the flawed build quality and subdued performance are real turn-offs, and make this a difficult laptop to recommend. If power isn't a priority, the VAIO VPCY is worth considering alongside the excellent Asus UL20A. However, if your budget can stretch to it, we highly recommend the Fujitsu Lifebook P770 or Sony VAIO VPCZ11Z9E/B, which pack a lot more power into a similarly light and compact chassis.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 08/26/2010
Rating: Total score: 60%

Foreign Reviews

Test: Sony Vaio Y21 - mit Arrendale-Pentium und 13,3 Zoll zum Erfolg
Source: HardwareLuxx German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/27/2010
Rating: price: 40% performance: 40% display: 40% mobility: 80% workmanship: 80%
87% Test Sony Vaio VPC-Y21S1E Subnotebook
Source: Notebookcheck German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/17/2010
Rating: Total score: 87% performance: 63% display: 76% mobility: 94% workmanship: 92% ergonomy: 86% emissions: 95%
80% Sony Vaio VPC-Y21S1E
Source: Notebookjournal German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/15/2010
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 70% performance: 70% features: 30% display: 30% mobility: 50% workmanship: 90% ergonomy: 70%
90% Bezahlbares Subnotebook
Source: Mobile News - 3/10 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 05/01/2010
Rating: Total score: 90%
Sony Vaio VPCY2 - stříbrný elegán
Source: Notebook.cz CZ→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/22/2010
Rating: performance: 80% mobility: 40% emissions: 40%
Test: Sony Vaio Y21S1E
Source: Datormagazin SV→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 11/05/2010

Comment

Intel Graphics Media Accelerator (GMA) HD Graphics: Onboard graphics card that is built in the new Arrandale CPUs (Core i3 / i5 / i7 Dual Cores). Depending on the model and Turbo Boost, the GMA HD is clocked between 166 and 766 MHz.

Only some 3D games with very low demands are playable with these cards.

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


U5400: Entry level dual core CPU of the Arrandale series. Does not support Turbo Boost (for the CPU), Hyperthreading, Virtualization and AES. Due to the slow clock speed, the performance is only sufficient for non demanding applications.» 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.


79.86%: This rating is not earth-shattering. This rating must actually be seen as average, since there are about as many devices with worse ratings as better ones. A purchase recommendation can only be seen with a lot of goodwill, unless it is about websites that generally rate strictly.


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Stefan Hinum, 2010-08- 4 (Update: 2012-05-26)