Sony VAIO T13 (SVT13114GXS)

The Sony VAIO T13 ( SVT13114GXS ) ( $ 849.99 list ) is an all- metal ultrabook aimed at being both attractive and functional for the user who wants more from his laptop on a commodity experience . When the difference in price between the leader and a class system that comes in second under 15 $, you really need to sweat the difference . Due to some shortcomings , the SVT13114GXS can not surpass our class leader , the Toshiba Portege Z935 - P300 , with the features and performance .

Design and Features
The following SVT13114GXS the now well-worn path design : Build a silver - aluminum ultrabook with black chiclet keyboard . Laptop has a brushed aluminum exterior that we starting to see everywhere , although with its bas - relief VAIO logo on the lid , it was made ​​clear this one. Opening the lid lift the back of the laptop up a bit , tilting the keyboard deck look forward to a more comfortable typing position . It 's like a built in kickstand for laptop : good for use on records , but not necessarily as comfortable on your lap . The keys are flat but have some grip on them , so your fingers do not slide around as they do in theVizio 14 - inch Thin + Light ( CT14 - A2 ) . As Vizio CT14 - A2 , the SVT13114GXS no backlit keyboard .

SVT13114GXS measures about 0.75 by 12.75 by 9 inches ( HWD ) , which is relatively compact . The system is equipped with Intel Core i5 processor , Intel HD Graphics , 500GB hard drive , 32GB SSD Hybrid ( for booting , wake from sleep , and load the app ) , and 4GB of system memory . Like most Ultrabooks , the VAIO T13 ( SVT13114GXS ) does not have an internal optical drive . These days it is faster to download the program rather than buying and installing them to DVD or CD . Cooling fan system is better, though they often make themselves heard . Even when doing simple tasks like opening apps , copying files , and startup , the fans spin up to audible levels . It would be a problem if you compute a quiet room . Gets fan noise can derail the train of thought just as easily by a sudden noise outside .

The SVT13114GXS weighs 3.32 pounds alone and 3.84 pounds with its AC adapter . It does not sound like much if you normally take 5 - pound , 15 - inch laptop , but the ultrabook space is average only 4 pounds . The middleweight Vizio CT14 - A2 weighs about 3.4 pounds , similar SVT13114GXS . Our current champ mainstream ultrabook , the Toshiba Portege Z935 - P300 is lighter by a pound weight of 2.36 pounds and 2.93 pounds system using the AC adapter . You begin to feel the VAIO T13 ( SVT13114GXS ) or weight Vizio CT14 - A2 is much earlier when you bring it around your business or academic campuses . 13.3 - inch widescreen display The SVT13114GXS ' serve , with 1366 by 768 resolution . This is par for the course , as many other 13 - and 14 - inch Ultrabooks have 1366 by 768 screen . The Vizio CT14 - A2 has a higher resolution 1600- by- 900 screen , and other competitors like Asus Zenbook Prime UX31A - R5102F have full HD 1920 by 1080 resolution , 13 - inch screen . While 720p HD content will look fine on SVT13114GXS , 1080p HD will have to be scaled down to fit the screen .

The SVT13114GXS have utilities such as VAIO and PlayMemories Home Media Gallery . These programs help you organize and view your personal photos and videos . The system also has the VAIO Gate dock which pops up at the top of the screen , giving you quick access to the media programs and utilities VAIO . There are some extra icons on the desktop when you startup , including eBay , Kaspersky Internet Security , and Office 2010 Starter . eBay is out - and- out ad for the service , since eBay addicts know how to get the service through bookmarks or fast typing in the address bar . Kaspersky Internet Security did fine in our testing software security , but 30 - day subscription for updates that are not long enough . Most users will need at least a year subscription if not more . You can try any product Internet Security for 30 days by downloading from the website of the company . Thus , pre - installed is not much of a comfort .