The 8-inch Sony VAIO P Series Lifestyle netbook returns with a refresh to the original series models. This ultraportable netbook packs a more powerful processor than the last version (but still maintains an Intel Atom), Windows 7 Home Premium instead of Vista, a larger solid state drive with SATA (all the refreshed models have SSDs now), longer-lasting standard battery life, a touchpad built into the screen, a display switch option (switches much like a tablet or smartphone), a few other new features, and more--if you’re willing to pay the high price tag. Sony has made no change to the overall size, so it can still fit in your back pocket. We have tested this refresh against our benchmarks and will show you how it matches up to the older version and up to other netbooks in the market in terms of performance and design.
Our Sony Vaio P (refresh) features the following specifications:
* Intel Atom Z550 (2.00 GHz, 512 KB cache) processor
* Windows 7 Home Premium 32-bit
* 8-inch glossy backlit LCD display (1600 x 768 resolution max)
* 2GB DDR2 533MHz RAM (1 DIMM)
* 256GB solid state drive (up to 128GB on other models)
* Intel GMA 500 integrated graphics
* Intel HD Audio
* 802.11 b/g/n WiFi
* Bluetooth Integrated Stereo A2D (2.1 + EDR)
* Sony “Motion Eye” webcam and mic
* Standard 2-cell, 2500 mAh Li-Ion battery
* Size: 9.6 (W) x 0.78 (H) x 4.72 (D) inches
* Weight: 1.3 lbs with standard battery
