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Sony VAIO Y

Sony VAIO Y
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alaScore 80

10 reviews

Nov, 2024

alaTest has collected and analyzed 10 reviews of Sony VAIO Y. The average rating for this product is 3.7/5, compared to an average rating of 4.0/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Reviewers really like the design and battery. The portability and price are also mentioned favorably, whereas many are less positive about the durability. Reviews about the keyboard and screen are mixed.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other products in the same category the Sony VAIO Y is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 80/100 = Very good quality.

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Expert review by : NotebookReview Staff (NotebookReview.com)

Sony VAIO Y Review

 

The VAIO Y is a 13.3" ultraportable CULV-powered notebook from Sony, acting as the affordable-brother to the high-end VAIO Z. In this review we see how well the VAIO Y stacks up against other ultraportable systems and if it should be added to your...

Great build quality ; Solid design with shared elements from the VAIO Z ; Optional dedicated graphics

No backlit keyboard option ; The Sony VAIO Y is a 13.3" CULV-powered notebook for users who want the look and feel of the VAIO Z but not the high price.

The Sony VAIO Y is a 13.3" CULV-powered notebook for users who want the look and feel of the VAIO Z but not the high price.

Jul, 2010
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Expert review by : Legit Reviews (legitreviews.com)

Sony VAIO Y Series 11.6-inch Notebook Review – AMD E-350 APU

 

The Sony VAIO Y Series is a very portable notebook that packs some serious performance in a notebook that is just 11.6-inches, but the slow 5400-RPM hard drive appears to be holding back the true potential of this notebook.

May, 2011
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Expert review by : PC Perspective (pcper.com)

Sony Vaio Y Series Review: Proving Fusion's Potential

 

Tech journalists are finicky beasts. A few years ago we were washing netbooks in praise, declaring that they promised a new era of accessibility and portability for the PC. But now the tables have turned – tablets have usurped the throne of “cool new...

Apr, 2011
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Expert review by : Calvin (pinoytechblog.com)

Sony VAIO Y Review - PinoyTechBlog - Philippines Tech News and Reviews

 

The Sony VAIO Y is an 11-inch netbook replacing Sony's 10-incher VAIO M which is…

Mar, 2011
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Expert review by : Kelcey Lehrich (electronista.com)

Review: Sony VAIO Y

 

Sony takes back ground in thin-and-light notebooks.

Fast for the size and price ; Good battery life for the class ; Capable screen ; Large amount of storage ; Dedicated graphics option ; 3G-to-Wi-Fi hotspot feature

Too much "bloatware" without paying $50 extra ; Some may still want the missing optical drive ; Weak built-in speakers

Design, specs and featuresMany of Sony's 2010 notebooks now have bright colors as regular options, and the VAIO Y we're looking at can be customized with any of six choices. Our review unit came in Pear Green; other exotic color options include

Jul, 2010
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Expert review by : yuga (yugatech.com)

Sony Vaio Y

 

Sony's candidate in the thin and light category is the Vaio Y. Introduced in the Philippines last February, the Sony Vaio Y is a 13.3″ notebook powered by an Intel 1.3GHz CULV.

Apr, 2010
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