The VAIO Z VPCZ122GX/S 13.1" Notebook Computer from Sony is a compact notebook computer, built with all-day computing in mind. The system can operate for up to 7 hours per charge using the included standard capacity battery. The compact system is about 1.3 inches inch thin when closed and weighs a scant 3 pounds.
The system features a 13.1" LCD display with a LED backlight, 16:9 aspect ratio, and 1600 x 900 resolution. It is rife with wireless options -- 802.11n Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 2.1+EDR are standard issue. Using the computer is comfortable too, as it features a chiclet keyboard and a multi-gesture touchpad. The VAIO Z also sports a DVD burner, webcam, integrated microphone, memory card reader, and an ExpressCard/34 expansion slot.
The computer is powered by a 2.4GHz Intel Core i5-520M CPU, which can be overclocked to 2.93GHz thanks to Intel Turbo Boost. It is loaded with 4GB of RAM and 128GB of solid state storage. Graphics are handled by a hybrid system -- battery-saving integrated Intel GMA HD graphics are used for day-to-day tasks and dedicated nVIDIA GeForce GT 330M 1GB graphics are available for tasks that require more horsepower from the GPU. Windows 7 Professional (64-bit) is the installed operating system.
| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Processor | 2.4GHz Intel Core i5-520M |
| Cache | L3: 3MB |
| System Bus | Not Specified By Manufacturer |
| Memory |
Slots: 2x SO-DIMM 204-Pin Type: PC3-8500 1066MHz DDR3 SDRAM Installed: 4GB (2x2) Capacity: 8GB |
| Graphics Card |
Type: Hybrid Graphics System Installed: NVIDIA GeForce GT 330M with 1GB Dedicated; Intel GMA HD |
| Display | |
|---|---|
| Type | Widescreen |
| Size | 13.1" |
| Backlight | LED |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Native Resolution | 1600 x 900 |
| Storage | |
|---|---|
| Hard Drive |
Bays: 2x Installed: 128GB (2x 64GB SSD) Type: SATA |
| Optical Drive | Tray-Load SuperMulti DVD Burner |
| Input/Output Connectors | |
|---|---|
| Ports | 3x USB 2.0 (A) |
| Display |
1x VGA 1x HDMI |
| Audio |
Integrated Stereo Speakers Integrated Microphone 1x 1/8" (3.5mm) Headphone Output 1x 1/8" (3.5mm) Microphone Input |
| Expansion Slots | 1x ExpressCard/34 Slot |
| Flash Media Slot |
1x SD 1x Memory Stick PRO 1x Memory Stick PRO Duo |
| Communications | |
|---|---|
| Network | 10/100/1000Mbps Gigabit Ethernet (RJ-45) |
| Modem | None |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11a/b/g/n |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 2.1+EDR |
| Mobile Broadband | None |
| GPS | None |
| Webcam | Yes |
| General | |
|---|---|
| Operating System | Windows 7 Professional (64-bit) |
| Security | Kensington Lock Slot, Fingerprint Reader |
| Keyboard |
Keys: 82 Type: Standard Notebook Keyboard Stroke: 2mm Pitch: 19.05mm Features: Chiclet Style |
| Pointing Device | TouchPad with Multi-Touch Control |
| Battery | Lithium-Ion Providing up to 7 Hours per Charge (5400mAh) |
| Power Requirements | AC: 100-240 V AC |
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 12.40 x 1.30 x 8.30" / 31.50 x 3.30 x 21.08 cm |
| Weight | 3.04 lb / 1.38 kg |