Specifications
Operating System
Operating System
Windows 8 Single Language 64 bit (English Version)
Architecture
Cache Memory
3 MB (L3 Cache)*1
Processor Name
Intel® Core™ i5-4200U Processor 1.60 GHz with Turbo Boost up to 2.60 GHz*1
Main Memory
Memory Speed
1600 MT/s
SO-DIMM Slots
DDR3L SO-DIMM slots (Unused Memory slot 1)*3
Pre-installed/Max
4 GB (4 GB (PC3L-12800 SO-DIMM) x 1) DDR3L SDRAM (upgradeable up to 8 GB)*2
Storage
Hard Disk Drive
500 GB*4 (Serial ATA, 5400 rpm)
Optical Disc Drive
Maximum Reading Speed
DVD+R: 8x(SL), DVD+R: 8x(DL) / DVD-R: 8x(SL), DVD-R: 8x(DL) / DVD+RW: 8x / DVD-RW: 8x / DVD-ROM: 8x / DVD-RAM: 5x / CD-ROM: 24x / CD-R: 24x / CD-RW: 24x
Maximum Writing Speed
DVD+R: 8x(SL), DVD+R: 6x(DL) / DVD-R: 8x(SL), DVD-R: 6x(DL) / DVD+RW: 8x / DVD-RW: 6x / DVD-RAM: 5x / CD-R: 24x / CD-RW: 10x
Drive
DVD SuperMulti Drive
Graphics
Dedicated Video Memory
1 GB DDR3
Graphics Accelerator
NVIDIA® GeForce® GT 740M with NVIDIA® Optimus™ technology / Intel® HD Graphics 4400
Display
Visual Technology
Color mode setting (Vivid, Natural, Text)
Type
15.5 inch wide (WXGA: 1366 x 768) TFT colour display (LED backlight)
Interface
SD Memory Card Slot
SD memory card(SDHC, SDXC compatible, Not support for copyright protection)
Microphone
Stereo, Mini Jack x 1
DC IN
x 1
USB
SuperSpeed USB (USB 3.0) port Type A Connector with charging function x 1, SuperSpeed USB (USB 3.0) port Type A Connector x 1, Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) port Type A Connector x 2
HDMI In/Out Connector
HDMI Out x 1
Network (RJ-45)Connector
1000BASE-T/100BASE-TX/10BASE-T x 1
Headphone
Stereo, Mini Jack x 1*5
Wireless Connection
Bluetooth
Bluetooth® standard Ver. 4.0 + HS*7
Wireless LAN Data Rate
Maximum transmission speed: 150 Mbps*6, Maximum receipt speed: 150 Mbps*6
Wireless LAN Type
IEEE 802.11b/g/n*6
NFC function
NFC function
Yes
Camera
Front Side Camera
HD web camera powered by "Exmor R for PC" (Resolution: 1280 x 720, Effective Pixels: 0.92 Mega pixels)
Audio
Microphone
Built-in Monaural microphone
Speaker
Built-in Stereo speakers + subwoofer
Audio Technology
S-FORCE Front Surround 3D, "Clear Phase", "xLOUD", ClearAudio+mode, "VPT"
Sound Chip
Intel® High Definition Audio
Keyboard/Input Device
Keyboard
19 mm key pitch/1.5 mm keystroke, 103 keys
Touchpad
Touchpad (Gesture supported)
Battery Life
Number of cells
4
Bundled Battery
VGP-BPS35A Lithium-ion battery: up to 5.0 hours of use*8
Sleep mode
Rapid Wake
Rapid Wake + Eco
Size
Dimensions (WxHxD)
380.3 x 25.1 x 260.8 mm
Weight
2.5 kg (including the supplied battery)
Included Software
Support
VAIO Care, VAIO Transfer Support, VAIO Update
Communication
Skype™, Socialife
Security
Trend Micro™ Titanium Maximum Security 60days*10
Music
Music app, Imagination Studio VAIO Edition (ACID™ Music Studio 9, Sound Forge™ Audio Studio 10)
Video & Photo
PowerDVD, Imagination Studio VAIO Edition (DVD Architect™ Studio 5.0, Movie Studio Platinum 12), PlayMemories Home, VAIO Movie Creator, Album app
Utilities
VAIO Message Center, VAIO Control Center, VAIO Gesture Control, Xperia Link, Adobe® Reader® XI, Norton™ Online Backup, Power2Go, Intel® AppUp
Microsoft Office
Microsoft® Office*9
Supplied Accessories
AC Adaptor
VGP-AC19V71
Battery
VGP-BPS35A
Features and specifications are subject to change without notice.
*1 CPU speed will be reduced under certain operating conditions.
*2 The memory capacity actually available may be smaller than the one displayed depending on the software in use and operating environment.
*3 Sony does not guarantee compatibility with memories of other brands.
*4 One GB means one billion bytes, and one TB or terabyte means one trillion bytes, when referring to storage capacity. Accessible capacity may vary depending on system configuration and preloaded content. A portion of space is reserved as a recovery area.
*5 You can connect external sound output devices (such as speakers, headphones, or a headset) to your VAIO computer. Use a Sony smartphone compatible headset (not supplied) to make an Internet call and voice chat. The remote of your headset does not work with your VAIO computer. Your headset may not work correctly with your VAIO computer. An external microphone with a 3‑pole mini plug does not work with the headset compatible headphone jack.
*6 The communication speed varies depending on the distance between communication devices, existence of obstacles between such devices, the device configuration, the radio conditions, and the software in use. In addition, communications may be cut off depending on the radio conditions.
The maximum communication distance can vary depending on the obstacles or the distance between the communication devices, the radio waves, the operating system or the software being used.
*7 The communication speed varies depending on the distance between communication devices, existence of obstacles between such devices, the device configuration, the radio conditions, and the software in use. In addition, communications may be cut off depending on the radio conditions.
*8 The continuous battery life may vary upon usage pattern, product settings, and environmental conditions.
Estimated battery life (under JEITA Battery Run Time Measurement Method ver.1.0,measurement method (a)).
*9 1 month trial for new Microsoft Office 365 customers
*10 Free use of 60 days. Further update will be charged.<Important notice when playing back HD contents>
[AVC HD Playback]
‑ Depending on system environment, you may find sound interruptions and/or dropped frames during AVC HD playback.The trademarks, including but not limited to "Sony", "VAIO", "Memory Stick", ""xLOUD"" and ""Clear Phase"" are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation and/or its subsidiaries.
Xperia is a trademark or registered trademark of Sony Mobile Communications AB.
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Some applications may require installation via download.
Internet connection may be required in order to install some applications.
Whilst information given is true at time of printing, small production changes in the course of our company's policy of improvement through research and design might not necessarily be included in the specifications. E&OE. Actual models may differ slightly in appearance to illustrations provided.