Reviews of the Sony VAIO TXN15P/W (Core Solo 1.2 GHz, 1 GB RAM, 80 GB HDD)
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CNET Review
The Good: Extremely portable design; cutting-edge display technology results in bright screen and amazing battery life; built-in cellular, Bluetooth, and Wi-Fi; integrated double-layer DVD burner and instant-on player; comfortable keyboard for such a small machine.
The Bad: Pricey; basic port selection; warranty extensions are expensive.
The Bottom Line: One of the best ultraportables on the market today, the well-designed Sony VAIO VGN-TXN15P/W provides business users with a thorough feature set and record-breaking battery life.
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alaTest.com
Review Summary: Experts rate this product 77/100 and users 84/100. Comparing these reviews to 91027 other Laptop Computers reviews gives this product an overall alaScore™ 83/100 = Very Good.
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pcworld.com
Review Summary: While you might be able to overcome these annoyances with practice, the VGN-TXN15P/B should not be your first choice if you need to do heavy-duty word processing. For anyone looking for a no-wires, all-day-battery laptop, though, the freedom this $2300 un
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pcworld.com
Review Summary: The broadband-ready VGN-TXN15P/B is good for travel and a battery champ, but it performed poorly in tests and has a cramped keyboard.
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No Rating
computershopper.com
Review Summary: A tiny case, excellent battery life, and robust networking options make this pricey little VAIO an ideal choice for frequent travelers who need to stay connected on the go.
Manufacturer: Sony
Part number: VGNTXN15P/W
General
- Platform Technology Intel Centrino
- Built-in Devices Wireless LAN antenna, Stereo speakers, Bluetooth antenna
- Embedded Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip , Fingerprint reader
- Width 10.7 in
- Depth 7.7 in
- Height 1.2 in
- Weight 2.9 lbs
- Color Platinum
- Notebook type Ultraportable (Under 4 lbs.)
Processor
- Processor Intel Core Solo U1400 / 1.2 GHz
- Core voltage technology Ultra Low Voltage (ULV)
- Data bus speed 533 MHz
- Processor features Power-optimized processor system bus, Enhanced SpeedStep technology, Execute Disable Bit capability
- Chipset type Mobile Intel 945GMS Express
Cache Memory
- Type L2 cache
- Cache size 2 MB
RAM
- Installed Size 1 GB / 1.5 GB (max)
- Technology DDR2 SDRAM - 533 MHz
- Memory specification compliance PC2-4200
- RAM configuration features 2 x 512 MB
Storage Controller
- Storage controller type IDE
Storage
- Floppy Drive None
- Hard Drive 80 GB - 4200 rpm
- Hard drive type Portable
Optical Storage
- Type DVD?RW (+R DL)
- CD / DVD read speed 24x (CD) / 8x (DVD)
- CD / DVD write speed 24x (CD) / 4x (DVD?R) / 2.4x (DVD+R DL)
- CD / DVD rewrite speed 10x (CD) / 2x (DVD-RW) / 2.4x (DVD+RW)
Card Reader
- Card reader type Card reader
- Supported flash memory cards Memory Stick Pro, Memory Stick, SD Memory Card
Display
- Display Type 11.1 in TFT active matrix
- Max Resolution 1366 x 768 ( WXGA )
- Widescreen Display Yes
- Features X BRITE
Video
- Graphics Processor / Vendor Intel GMA 950
- Video Memory Dynamic Video Memory Technology 3.0
- Max Allocated RAM Size 128 MB
Audio
- Audio output type Sound card
- Audio output compliant standards Microsoft WSS 1.0/2.0
Input Device(s)
- Input device type Keyboard, Touchpad
- Keyboard localization and layout QWERTY
Telecom
- Modem Fax / modem / cellular modem
- Max transfer rate 56 Kbps
- Protocols & Specifications ITU V.90, ITU V.92
- Service provider Sprint Nextel
Networking
- Networking Network adapter
- Networking / Wireless LAN Supported Yes
- Wireless NIC Intel PRO/Wireless 3945BG
- Data link protocol IEEE 802.11a, Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, IEEE 802.11b, Bluetooth
- Networking standards IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11b
Expansion / Connectivity
- Expansion Slots Total (Free) 1 ( 1 ) x Memory Stick, 2 ( 0 ) x Memory, 1 ( 1 ) x SD Memory Card, 1 ( 1 ) x CardBus - Type I/II
- Interfaces 2 x Hi-Speed USB - 4 pin USB Type A, 1 x IEEE 1394 (FireWire) - 4 pin FireWire, 1 x Microphone - Input - Mini-phone 3.5 mm, 1 x Network - Ethernet 10Base-T/100Base-TX - RJ-45, 1 x Display / video - VGA - 15 pin HD D-Sub (HD-15), 1 x Headphones - Output - Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, 1 x Docking / port replicator, 1 x Modem - Phone line - RJ-11
Power
- Power device form factor External
Battery
- Technology Lithium ion
- Installed Qty 1
- Mfr estimated battery life 11 hour(s)
Operating System / Software
- OS Provided Microsoft Windows XP Professional
- Software Norton Internet Security (60 days subscription), Sony Click to DVD, Microsoft Works 8.5, Trend Micro Anti-Spyware (30 days subscription), Microsoft Office 2003 (Trial), Sony DVgate Plus
Manufacturer Warranty
- Service & Support 1 year warranty
- Service & Support Details Technical support - Phone consulting - 1 year, Limited warranty - Parts and labor - 1 year
Greenpeace 'Guide to Greener Electronics'
- Greenpeace 'Guide to Greener Electronics' manufacturer rating (June 2008) 5.1
- Greenpeace 'Guide to Greener Electronics' manufacturer rating (Mar 2008) 7.3
Product Photos
User Opinions
Buying Choices
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$1299.95 |
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$1541.83 |
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