Typical price: £1,340
What is it: Ultraportable, super-tiny, stylish laptop
What we think: Small, portable and stylish, this is a perfect companion for computing on the move
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 30 March 2007
Tags: Sony, Sony Vaio VGN-TX5XN, storage, pixels, widescreen display
We like:
Decent keyboard; internal DVD writer; vivid display; long battery life
We don't like:
Relatively underpowered; limited expansion ports; screen a little small for everyday use
You might also need:
USB mouse, monitor
CNET UK judgement:
It may not pack the processing power of a super computer, but the TX5XN makes up for it in many other ways. It's small and light enough to carry with you everywhere, with enough battery life to keep you going most of the day
Full review:
The laptops in Sony's TX series are not only impossibly small, but super-stylish, too. The 11-inch widescreen display is enough for use while out and about and its titchy dimensions and lightweight chassis won't slow you down while you're on the move. Continue Reading...
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