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E-CODE VGNP11Z/W.CEK DELIVERY CHARGE FREE SUPPLIER WWW.SONYSTYLE.CO.UK TELEPHONE 2947 PROCESSOR INTEL 1.33GHZ ATOM Z520 MEMORY 2048MB DDR2 SDRAM HARD DRIVE 60GB (4200RPM) NO OPTICAL DRIVE SCREEN SIZE AND TYPE 8-INCH SUPER-TFT DISPLAY RESOLUTION 1600 X 768 (UWXGA) GRAPHICS CARD INTEL GMA X 109 X 21MM DIMENSIONS WEIGHT 625G WIRELESS LAN 802.11A/G/N ETHERNET NO 2 USB PORTS FIREWIRE NO OPERATING SYSTEM VISTA HOME PREMIUM STANDARD WARRANTY 1 YR C&R P&L

SONY VAIO VGN-P11Z/W

PRICE 849 (inc. VAT)
PRICE CHECK: www.techradar.com/506841
IN BRIEF: There may be a Netbook processor in place, but this is a fully edged ultraportable

BENCHMARKS

BATTERY LIFE MINUTES
Sony N/A Benchmark Machine 201

MOBILEMARK 2007

Sony N/A Benchmark Machine 210

3DMARK 2003

Sony N/A Benchmark Machine 1765
See page 42 for benchmark specication
VALUE FOR MONEY PERFORMANCE FEATURES BUILD QUALITY

OVERALL

ere used to seeing feature-packed ultraportables from Sonys VAIO range, but no recent laptop has come close to matching the VAIO VGN-P11Z/W (849 inc. VAT) in terms of mobility. Weighing in at just 625g, its considerably lighter and more compact than all current Netbooks and ultraportables. Despite this, the quality is excellent, which it has to be to help justify the premium price tag. Available in a range of colours, youll nd glossy and sturdy plastics in place. At 21mm in depth, its also one of the thinnest laptops weve seen. The 8-inch screen is more distinctive than the current crop of Netbooks, with the widest aspect ratio weve seen. It features a resolution of 1600 x 768 pixels, with images appearing considerably sharper than even the most expensive ultraportables. Theres enough space to work with a number of windows open simultaneously, although text and icons may appear too small for some users. With an integrated Intel graphics card, dont expect great 3D performance. As a pre-production model, we werent able to perform benchmark tests, but power promises to match other ultraportables.
Considering its size, the keyboard on this machine is outstandingly good. Theres not as much travel as on larger laptops, but the keys are responsive and move with precision. Isolated keys protrude through individual holes in the chassis, offering faultless usability. Theres no touchpad, however, as the ultra-widescreen layout leaves no space for a palm rest. Instead, the VAIO is controlled via a responsive pointing stick in the centre of the keyboard.

Low-powered

Processing power is the biggest disappointment on this machine. You wont nd a ULV Intel Core 2 Duo processor, but instead an Intel Atom chip similar to those found in Netbooks. Running at 1.33GHz, its backed by 2048MB of memory, offering enough power for ofce tasks. Storage space comes from a 1.8-inch 60GB hard drive, with a 128GB solid state drive offered on the VAIO P19VN/Q (1349 inc. VAT). The biggest compromise made in the pursuit of the tiny dimensions is a lack of ports. The two USB ports are in keeping with other ultraportable VAIOs, but theres no display-out, modem or Ethernet connection. Wireless connectivity is more impressive, with both 802.11n Wi-Fi and Bluetooth in place. The VAIO VGN-P11Z/W is a curious machine, with no real rivals. The highresolution display and faultless usability will interest users who struggle with Netbooks, but the cost may be an issue. The Intel Atom processor may also seem an odd choice at this price, but if youre seeking the ultimate in portability, there are few machines that can compete.
What type of user are you? See page 104

NETBOOK

UCTION PRE-PRODPLE
Netbooks are incredibly cheap and portable laptops with average screen sizes of between 8.9 and 10.2 inches. With affordable, power-efcient components, Netbooks are designed for consuming media, rather than creating it, so dont expect them to replace your existing laptop.

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Sony Vaio P VGN-P11Z/W Netbook in White , Laptop Set Up - BUN/VGNP11ZW/8867

602.97 inc.vat

Summary
This bundle includes : Sony Vaio P VGN-P11Z/W Netbook in White Laptop Set Up
"If you're looking for the most portable, go-anywhere device around, then it's simply peerless. " - What Laptop, 2009 Stunningly Small. Beautifully Light. Express your individuality with the black Sony Vaio P-Series Netbook, the first Netbook from Sony. Small it may be but this Netbook is also highly capable and offeres unbelievably advanced mobile performance. The VAIO P-Series is powered by Intel Atom Z520 Processor, designed for ultra efficient computing on the move and combined with 2GB of DDR2 RAM. And with 60GB Hard Disc capacity, the VAIO P-Series can easily handle your mobile data storage requirements. Bring your multimedia to life with 1600x768 resolution and vivid contrast. With Sonys X-black LCD with LED technology, pictures are sharply defined and bright, even when using outdoors. You can even also stay online all day. With embedded 3G WWAN VAIO everywair technology, the VAIO P-Series lets you surf the net, blog and e-mail friends wherever you are. You dont even need a hotspot. And keeping in touch family and friends has never been so easy using the on-board Motion Eye webcam and in-built Bluetooth. All this packed into an 8 Screen and weighing only 638 grams you can take the Sony Vaio P-Series Netbook anywhere.

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Processor: Intel Atom Z520 Processor (1.33GHz) RAM: 2GB Hard Drive: 60GB Operating System: Windows Vista Home Premium Screen: 8 X-black LCD with LED technology Graphics: Mobile Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 500 Bluetooth: Yes Notebook Camera: Motion Eye webcam Warranty: 1 year Warranty

Technical Specifications

Price correct as at Monday, November 22, 2010 3:07 AM. Please check the website for the latest price.