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| name = Flip 14 | |||
| image = Flip 14 white.png | |||
| subtitle = Flip 14 in Silver | |||
| series = SVF14N | |||
| rel = 2013 | |||
| cpu = Intel Pentium 3556U, i3-4005U, i5-4200U and i7-4500U, Haswell based, dual-core | |||
| gpu = Intel HD Graphics 4400 or Intel HD Graphics for Pentium models | |||
| chipset = Intel Lynx Point-LP | |||
| memory = 4 or 8GB DDR3 RAM (single SODIMM slot) | |||
| display = 14" 1920x1080 (LG Philips LP140WF1-SPU1) 16:9 TRILUMINOS IPS LED with 10-point touch and pen input, compatible with VGP-STD2 capacitive pen | |||
| storage = 2.5" SATA, came with SSHD or SSD | |||
| audio = Intel Lynx Point-LP | |||
| network = Realtek RTL8168/8111 Gigabit Ethernet, Intel Wireless-N 7260 | |||
| os = Windows 8 or 8.1 (64 bit) | |||
| battery = VGP-BPS40, 48Wh Li-ion | |||
| weight = 1.96 kg (4.32 lbs) | |||
| size = 336.1 x 234.9 x 19.8 mm | |||
| msrp = around $900 to $1200 US | |||
}} | |||
==Overview== | ==Overview== | ||
The Sony VAIO Flip/Fit 14A, is a mid-range 2-in-1 laptop released by Sony in 2013. This was the smaller version of the Flip 15, featuring similar internals and looks but lacking the NVIDIA GPU and using a 14" display. | The Sony VAIO Flip 14 (SVF14N, also known as Flip/Fit 14A), is a mid-range 2-in-1 laptop released by Sony in 2013. This was the smaller version of the Flip 15, featuring similar internals and looks but lacking the NVIDIA GPU and using a 14" display. | ||
The VAIO Flip 14 used a very interesting design compared to other 2-in-1 laptops of the time, where the screen would flip over along a central hinge to allow it to be used as a tablet, hence the name of the laptop. This also had the effect of being able to prop up the screen at an angle, by flipping it partially, which made it ideal for watching movies. | The VAIO Flip 14 used a very interesting design compared to other 2-in-1 laptops of the time, where the screen would flip over along a central hinge to allow it to be used as a tablet, hence the name of the laptop. This also had the effect of being able to prop up the screen at an angle, by flipping it partially, which made it ideal for watching movies. | ||
It used a premium construction, consisting of mostly aluminium and a plastic bottom cover, which felt premium to the touch, and the Flip 14 was available in 3 different colours including Grey, Silver and Pink. | It used a premium construction, consisting of mostly aluminium and a plastic bottom cover, which felt premium to the touch, and the Flip 14 was available in 3 different colours including Grey, Silver and Pink. | ||
==Daily Usage Today== | ==Daily Usage Today== | ||
The Flip 14 is still a very usable laptop for daily tasks, and will run Windows 11 with ease. However, do expect some fan noise as these ran very hot from the factory, just like the Pro 13. Due to the integrated graphics and limited dual core CPU, these won't run more complex tasks or games, however they are suitable for word processing, web browsing and even some older games. We recommend upgrading to the maximum of 8GB RAM, as well as upgrading to an SSD to make the most of the laptop. One common issue with the Flip 14 as well as the Flip 15 is that the internal screen cable fails due to wear from flipping the laptop over. This can result in lines on the screen and sometimes no picture at all, the only easy way to fix this is to replace the display midframe, as the flex cable is built into the mechanism and is very complicated to remove. | The Flip 14 is still a very usable laptop for daily tasks, and will run Windows 11 with ease. However, do expect some fan noise as these ran very hot from the factory, just like the Pro 13. Due to the integrated graphics and limited dual core CPU, these won't run more complex tasks or games, however they are suitable for word processing, web browsing and even some older games. We recommend upgrading to the maximum of 8GB RAM, as well as upgrading to an SSD to make the most of the laptop. One common issue with the Flip 14 as well as the Flip 15 is that the internal screen cable fails due to wear from flipping the laptop over. This can result in lines on the screen and sometimes no picture at all, the only easy way to fix this is to replace the display midframe, as the flex cable is built into the mechanism and is very complicated to remove. When buying these machines, the pen is often not included as they get lost easily and unfortunately the VGP-STD2 pens are quite expensive used. A cheap alternative is any N-trig compatible pen (e.g Surface tablet pens), an ASUS pen was tested on the Flip 14 and it worked, including the buttons and pressure sensitivity as the VGP-STD2 uses N-trig technology. | ||
==Downloads== | ==Downloads== | ||
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==Sources== | ==Sources== | ||
[https://sony.com/ Sony] | [https://sony.com/ Sony], [https://www.notebookcheck.net/Sony-Vaio-Flip-14A-SVF14N13CXB-Convertible-Review.117055.0.html NotebookCheck] | ||
Latest revision as of 01:02, 22 April 2025
| Flip 14 | |
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| Series | SVF14N |
| Release | 2013 |
| Processor | Intel Pentium 3556U, i3-4005U, i5-4200U and i7-4500U, Haswell based, dual-core |
| Graphics | Intel HD Graphics 4400 or Intel HD Graphics for Pentium models |
| Chipset | Intel Lynx Point-LP |
| Memory | 4 or 8GB DDR3 RAM (single SODIMM slot) |
| Display | 14" 1920x1080 (LG Philips LP140WF1-SPU1) 16:9 TRILUMINOS IPS LED with 10-point touch and pen input, compatible with VGP-STD2 capacitive pen |
| Storage | 2.5" SATA, came with SSHD or SSD |
| Audio | Intel Lynx Point-LP |
| Networking | Realtek RTL8168/8111 Gigabit Ethernet, Intel Wireless-N 7260 |
| OS | Windows 8 or 8.1 (64 bit) |
| Battery | VGP-BPS40, 48Wh Li-ion |
| Weight | 1.96 kg (4.32 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 336.1 x 234.9 x 19.8 mm |
| MSRP | around $900 to $1200 US |
Overview
The Sony VAIO Flip 14 (SVF14N, also known as Flip/Fit 14A), is a mid-range 2-in-1 laptop released by Sony in 2013. This was the smaller version of the Flip 15, featuring similar internals and looks but lacking the NVIDIA GPU and using a 14" display.
The VAIO Flip 14 used a very interesting design compared to other 2-in-1 laptops of the time, where the screen would flip over along a central hinge to allow it to be used as a tablet, hence the name of the laptop. This also had the effect of being able to prop up the screen at an angle, by flipping it partially, which made it ideal for watching movies.
It used a premium construction, consisting of mostly aluminium and a plastic bottom cover, which felt premium to the touch, and the Flip 14 was available in 3 different colours including Grey, Silver and Pink.
Daily Usage Today
The Flip 14 is still a very usable laptop for daily tasks, and will run Windows 11 with ease. However, do expect some fan noise as these ran very hot from the factory, just like the Pro 13. Due to the integrated graphics and limited dual core CPU, these won't run more complex tasks or games, however they are suitable for word processing, web browsing and even some older games. We recommend upgrading to the maximum of 8GB RAM, as well as upgrading to an SSD to make the most of the laptop. One common issue with the Flip 14 as well as the Flip 15 is that the internal screen cable fails due to wear from flipping the laptop over. This can result in lines on the screen and sometimes no picture at all, the only easy way to fix this is to replace the display midframe, as the flex cable is built into the mechanism and is very complicated to remove. When buying these machines, the pen is often not included as they get lost easily and unfortunately the VGP-STD2 pens are quite expensive used. A cheap alternative is any N-trig compatible pen (e.g Surface tablet pens), an ASUS pen was tested on the Flip 14 and it worked, including the buttons and pressure sensitivity as the VGP-STD2 uses N-trig technology.
Downloads
Follow our guides to download and install drivers.
Recovery discs are not available for this model. We are currently trying our best to find them. If you have some recovery discs available, please archive them and send them to us!