VGN-FT

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A Sony VAIO VGN-FT50B with its remote
A Sony VAIO VGN-FT50B with its remote

Overview

The Sony VAIO VGN-FT was released in early 2006 as a mid-range multimedia laptop. It was only available in Japan.

With its large 15,4" WXGA screen and range of multimedia features, it was designed to be a competent mobile media device. These features included a Sound Reality chip for better sound, a Remote, DVD Super Drive and a build in TV Tuner. This makes the VGN-FT excellent for watching movies and TV on the go. The laptop measures in at around 36.8 by 27.3 by 3.7 cm and with a weight of 2.8 kg.

Performance was decent with the Intel Core Duo T2300 and up to 2GB of DDR2 RAM, but not outstanding. Though this wasn't its main purpose. Connectivity was also decent, with the VGN-FT offering multiple USB 2.0 ports, a 4-pin Firewire connector, Ethernet and Wi-Fi, as well as SD card and Memory Stick reader. A webcam was also available. What was most important was the inclusion of a TV tuner and S-Video in and out.

Build quality was pretty good, as it was made mostly out of metal. It also has a look that was never really seen in VAIOs before.

Battery runtime also wasn't bad, lasting about 3.5 hours.

Detailed Specs

Processor: Intel Core Duo T2300 1,66Ghz

Display: 15,4" 16:10 1280x800 WXGA

RAM: DDR2 SO-DIMM (upgradable to 2GB)

Storage: 2.5" SATA HDD

OS: Windows XP Home

Weight: 2.8 kg

Daily Usage Today

Usability is as usual with late XP/early Vista machines. Simple web browsing and text editing should be fine, though the laptop might struggle with modern websites. Animations and heavy scripts will be a big obstacle when browsing the web. Playing older games should also be fine, though modern games will struggle to even launch. Using the VGN-FT as a media player should still work without major issues, thanks to its remote and good speakers.

Resources

Sony JP VGN-FT (type F TV) Presentation Page

Downloads

Follow our guides to download and install drivers.

Sources

Newlaunches and Sony

Pictures: Newlaunches