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Pros

  • Fantastic backlit LCD panel
  • Strong software suite

Cons

  • Quirky keyboard layout
  • Needs more USB ports.

At A Glance

It's got some flair--and some issues--but Sony's netbook is bound to find an audience among the fashion-conscious.

Manufacturer’s Description

Even if you use a desktop or full-size notebook in the office, the VAIO W121AX/W Netbook is a handy companion PC when you hit the road. Packing the computing requirements you'll need for everyday tasks.

The Specs

Pricing
Part Number VPCW121AXW
Processor
Processor type Intel Atom N280
Processor speed 1660.0 MHz
Memory
Memory size 1000.0 MB
Display
Display size 10.1 inches
Resolution 1366 x 768 pixels
External Monitor Interface Integrated
Vertical Resolution 768
Graphics
Graphics Type Integrated
Primary Graphics Chipset Intel 945 Express Chipset
Storage
Drive size 160.0 GB
Other storage
  • SD Card
  • Memory Stick
Battery
Battery Type Lithium ion
Standard Number of Batteries 1
Number of Included Batteries 1
Dimensions
Width 10.5 inches
Depth 7.0 inches
Height 1.3 inches
Weight with Accessories 3.0 pounds
Weight 3.0 pounds
Sound
Speakers Stereo
Storage Media
SD card Yes
Memory stick Memory Stick
Included Software
Included Software
  • Microsoft Works
  • Adobe Reader 9
  • InterVideo WinDVD
Operating System Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition
Other Features
Docking Station Port No
Devices AC Adapter
Input devices Touchpad
Pointing Device Touchpad
Other Hardware
  • Carrying Pouch
  • USB optical mouse
Hardware List Notebook
Ports and Connections
Ethernet Type 10/100 Mbps
Microphone input Yes
Firewire 0
Headphone Jack Yes
Available Interfaces
  • Audio - Microphone In (1/8" Mini)
  • USB - Universal Serial Bus Port (x2)
  • Audio - Headphone Out (1/8" Mini)
Wireless connection 802.11 n
Bluetooth Yes
Slots
  • SD Card
  • Memory Stick

Performance

Overall Performance
WorldBench 6 Score 33
WorldBench 6 Rating Good
Battery
Battery Life 3:19:43 AM  (hh:mm)
Office Productivity
Web Browsing 795  seconds (lower is better)
Office Suite Use 1180  seconds (lower is better)
File Compression 599  seconds (lower is better)
Content Creation
Image Editing 1240  seconds (lower is better)
GPU Graphics Rendering 1004  seconds (lower is better)
Video Encoding 896  seconds (lower is better)
DVD Burning 677  seconds (lower is better)
Video Editing 520  seconds (lower is better)
Performance
World Bench 5 Multitasking 1478
Number of Included Batteries 1