Sony VAIO Pro 11

Overview

The Sony VAIO Pro 11 is powered by an Intel Core i7-4500u CPU with a core speed of 1.8GHz and Intel HD 4400 graphics. The Pro 11 is armed with the new Haswell architecture and is loaded with Windows 8 Pro. Additional features include 8GB of DDR3 RAM, 512GB of SSD storage, NFC, as well as USB 3.0 (x2), Ethernet, HDMI, Bluetooth 4.0 and Wi-Fi connectivity options.

TechSpot Metascore

Based on 12 expert reviews

Excellent:

0
Good:

8
Average:

3
Bad:

1

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Last revision on July 11, 2018

Reviewers Liked

Intel Core i7 power
Ten-point touch screen
Lightest 11-inch Ultrabook yet
Very good everyday performance
Full HD IPS display
Weighs less than 2 pounds
Backlit keyboard
Supports NFC (Near Field Communication) technology
Full size HDMI port

Reviewers Didn't Like

Limited port selection
Non-removable battery
Lackluster webcam
Small keys and keyboard flex
System memory is maxed out at 4GB
Few ports and connections
So-so battery life
Integrated graphics

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Expert reviews and ratings

Ultrabooks don't get much smaller than this offering from...

By CNET Australia on February 10, 2014

The Sony VAIO Pro 11 is perfect for those that prioritize portability above all else. With its slim form factor and weightless design, the VAIO Pro 11 is perfect for travel. Not to mention the device's exceptional battery life and strong performance...

By Notebook Review on November 25, 2013

Sony Vaio Pro 11 Sony Vaio Pro 11 offers a rare combination of attractive attributes: our test model weighs less than 900 grams, has a good FullHD IPS display, a stylish design and sufficient performance for most tasks. Overall, a good mix of important...

By NotebookCheck on July 30, 2013

The Sony VAIO Pro 11 (SVP11215PXB) is a sharp looking ultrabook powered by a fourth-generation Intel Core i7 CPU. It offers a beautiful hi-res touch-screen display and is extremely thin and light, but its graphics performance is middling and its battery...

By PC Mag on June 05, 2013

The Sony VAIO Pro 11 packs Intel's latest Haswell processor and a full HD touch screen into the lightest 11-inch Ultrabook on the planet, but the keyboard could be better.

By LaptopMag on June 04, 2013

Sony's old Z series flagship comes back to life with epic battery life, an even lighter design and a more reasonable price.

By Engadget on June 04, 2013

Battery life is great, but performance lags a bit behind the larger counterpart — and when the 13-inch Pro is so thin and light anyway, it's hard to think of a reason to buy the 11-inch model unless you're desperately trying to save $100. If that's the case, you're probably better off just looking elsewhere, or saving another $150 and buying the 11-inch Air.

By The Verge on June 04, 2013

The superthin, superlight Sony Vaio Pro 11 is everything we expect from an excellent...

By cnet on June 04, 2013

The lightest touch-screen ultrabook yet (1.9 pounds!) combines a terrific 1080p, 11.6-inch display with new Intel silicon to create a truly premium executive productivity tool....

By Computer Shopper on June 04, 2013

The Sony Vaio Pro 11 starts at $1049 with a Core i5 CPU, 128 GB of SSD storage, 4GB of RAM, and Windows 8. Upgrading the unit fully to a Core i7 CPU, 256 GB of SSD storage, 8GB of RAM, and Windows 8 Pro will cost you $1519. If you choose the Pro version...

By windowscentral.com on September 17, 2013

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