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== Overview == | == Overview == | ||
The Sony VAIO Pro 13 (SVP13) is a business-class ultrabook laptop computer that was released in 2013 by Sony. It is part of the last generation of VAIO laptops from Sony. An 11 inch version is also | The Sony VAIO Pro 13 (SVP13) is a business-class ultrabook laptop computer that was released in 2013 by Sony. It is part of the last generation of VAIO laptops from Sony. An 11 inch version is also available (see [[Pro 11]]). | ||
The Pro 13 features a 4th Gen Haswell Intel Core i5 or i7 ULV processor, an Intel HD 4400 IGP, and 4GB or 8GB of RAM, which is soldered on the motherboard. There was two SSD options, a PCIe Samsung drive, and a SATA 6GB/s Toshiba, both of the M.2 NGFF form. [[File:VAIO Pro 13 hinge image.jpg|thumb|Hinge of a red Pro 13]] | |||
The case is made of flexible carbon fiber, which makes the laptop very light at only 1.066 kg (2.35 pounds). When the display is opened, the bottom half of the laptop gets slightly elevated, which makes for | The case is made of flexible carbon fiber, which makes the laptop very light at only 1.066 kg (2.35 pounds). When the display is opened, the bottom half of the laptop gets slightly elevated, which makes for a more comfortable typing experience. It was available in black, silver and glossy red. | ||
One of the selling points of this laptop other than its weight, is its display, a Sony Triluminos 1080p IPS panel with 10 finger multi touch support. | |||
== Detailed Specs == | == Detailed Specs == | ||
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== Daily Usage Today == | == Daily Usage Today == | ||
This device is still very usable today. It can watch 1440p60 YouTube videos with minimal frame drops, and 1080p60 with | This device is still very usable today. It can watch 1440p60 YouTube videos with minimal frame drops, and 1080p60 with no issues. The fast SSD makes for a very snappy experience overall, and it can run non-resource-intensive games at a reasonable frame rate. This comes at a cost, fan noise, as it can get pretty loud even on light loads. | ||
The atrocity that is Windows 11 runs completely fine on this device. | The atrocity that is Windows 11 runs completely fine on this device. | ||
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Follow our [[Drivers Downloading Guides|guides]] to download and install drivers. | Follow our [[Drivers Downloading Guides|guides]] to download and install drivers. | ||
Recovery discs are not available on this model, however someone published some [https://archive.org/details/sony-vaio-pro-13-driver-and-software drivers]. | |||
== Sources == | == Sources == | ||
[https://www.notebookcheck.net/Review-Sony-Vaio-Pro-13-SVP-1321C5ER-Ultrabook.98624.0.html NotebookCheck] and [https://sony.com Sony] | [https://www.notebookcheck.net/Review-Sony-Vaio-Pro-13-SVP-1321C5ER-Ultrabook.98624.0.html NotebookCheck] and [https://sony.com Sony] | ||
Revision as of 18:23, 25 October 2023
Overview
The Sony VAIO Pro 13 (SVP13) is a business-class ultrabook laptop computer that was released in 2013 by Sony. It is part of the last generation of VAIO laptops from Sony. An 11 inch version is also available (see Pro 11).
The Pro 13 features a 4th Gen Haswell Intel Core i5 or i7 ULV processor, an Intel HD 4400 IGP, and 4GB or 8GB of RAM, which is soldered on the motherboard. There was two SSD options, a PCIe Samsung drive, and a SATA 6GB/s Toshiba, both of the M.2 NGFF form.
The case is made of flexible carbon fiber, which makes the laptop very light at only 1.066 kg (2.35 pounds). When the display is opened, the bottom half of the laptop gets slightly elevated, which makes for a more comfortable typing experience. It was available in black, silver and glossy red.
One of the selling points of this laptop other than its weight, is its display, a Sony Triluminos 1080p IPS panel with 10 finger multi touch support.
Detailed Specs
Processor: Intel Core i5-4200U or i7-4500U
Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 4400
RAM: 4GB or 8GB DDR3L-1600 (soldered)
Display: 13.3" 1920x1080, 10 finger multi touch support, IPS, glossy, panel: "Panasonic VVX13F009G00"
Storage: Samsung M.2 NGFF PCIe SSD or Toshiba M.2 NGFF SATA 6GB/s SSD
Weight: 1.066 kg / 37.6 oz / 2.35 pounds
Daily Usage Today
This device is still very usable today. It can watch 1440p60 YouTube videos with minimal frame drops, and 1080p60 with no issues. The fast SSD makes for a very snappy experience overall, and it can run non-resource-intensive games at a reasonable frame rate. This comes at a cost, fan noise, as it can get pretty loud even on light loads.
The atrocity that is Windows 11 runs completely fine on this device.
Downloads
Follow our guides to download and install drivers.
Recovery discs are not available on this model, however someone published some drivers.
Sources
NotebookCheck and Sony