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VAIO SX12 12.5" Full HD Notebook Computer, Intel Core i7-10710U 1.1GHz, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD, Windows 10 Pro, RED EDITION

SKU: VJS122X0111R

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2023-03-19T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Remarkable laptop with remarkable portability

I spent about 3 months researching laptops. I wanted it all: speed, storage, portability, connectivity, great design, good price and something that was forward enough such that I wouldn't have to replace it in 2-3 years. The SX12 32 GB 2TB PCIe SSD is the closest I found to perfection. A remarkable piece of engineering. Try getting similar features from any other manufacturer and you'll pay at least $1000 more. Great job SONY!

Edward I.

2023-01-19T19:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

A couple steps forward, a couple steps backward.

My Sony Vaio S laptop from 2014 mysteriously kept crashing shortly after Microsoft stopped supporting Windows 7 and I needed a new one. The SX laptop is around the same size as the S laptop when the sheet battery is attached. Wish the SX had an option for a sheet battery. The S laptop colors are more vivid and vibrant when watching movies and shows because it used Sony's X reality processor from its TV lineup whereas the SX colors are too washed out for my liking. The S laptop had a 1st generation i7 processor and my only complaint was that the fan was really loud during high processing actions. Hard to believe in 8 years Intel is still using an i7 processor at least the fan noise isn't a problem. The SX has a much more immersive sound with Dolby Atmos speakers and the webcam has high quality resolution. My coworkers have been asking me why I look so clear during conference calls. Once Sony sold Vaio there were always going to be a few steps forward and a few steps backward but I'm happy with my purchase.

Allan G.

2023-01-03T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Waiting for availability in Europe ( Denmark )

Own 3 Vaios and want to by new because there are the best and made in Japan. Unfortunately not available in the EU. Can't wait. Five stars on anticipation.

Bo C.

2022-12-22T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Top laptop

The laptop is very excellent and I own one from 2013 and it is still working I have a suggestion The laptop screen should be 12 inches touch

Ali A.

2022-12-18T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

It will not disappoint!

This is the third VAIO I have owed. I really like all the ports it has. Everything I need to use plugs right into the computer. The only reason I bought the third one is that my 2nd VAIO could not be updated to Windows 11 and will not have any updates after next year due to Sony selling the brand. For the first VAIO, I couldn't update PowerPoint about 15 or so years ago...but they both still work...which is why I bought my 3rd one. If you mainly use your computer for business, school, or household functions this has plenty of power and memory. Not sure about gaming. Customer service was excellent in answering all my questions prior to buying. I highly recommend buying one. It will not disappoint!

Janet S.

2022-08-27T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

The best

I?m so happy VAIO is back and the laptop is magnificent. It?s light, fast, elegant and a pure joy to work on. I couldn?t be happier with my VAIO and I highly recommend this beautiful laptop to everyone. You will be thrilled. I promise ??

Rose

2022-07-02T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Really good machine

The laptop quality is really good plus the battery managment helps tons. Since every other laptop is made in China it is very good to see Vaio from Japan to push the envelope and continue to deliver high end laptops that ypu can actually keep for years to come.

Paul

2021-07-25T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Very good company

Fast, good, and everything u will need for the next 10 years

Ed

2020-11-04T14:47:04

Rated 5 out of 5

SX12 512gb: A Great alternative to the other guy’s.

I actually like these tiny new Vaios, great graphics and a lightning quick processor. It holds about the same charge as my 5 pound 4yo HP Pavilion and has way more practical compact size. Also great for someone that doesn’t need the extras like touch screen. I find Vaio’s home control panel easier to manage and a bit more equipped than my HP too. The build quality noticeably good, but still obviously delicate. Incidentally I found out that they build all of these laptops in-house in Japan instead of using cheap labor (pretty cool), and the price is still similar to the other mainstream notebooks. Mine has 16g if ram and a 512ssd so using some CAD programs like Adobe Inventor is doable, although not ideal. My only dislikes is the obnoxious Fn key controls, and although I know it’s common on compact laptops, I really wish they could’ve added a brightness and volume row maybe above the top row. That and no free vendor Office 365. Otherwise I’m actually quite happy I made the switch.

JIOVANI L.

2020-09-01T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Ultimate Design

No. More . Like I love this Laptop. Quality is Perfect My space: Silver VJS122X0411S ????

Ali H.

2020-06-17T10:27:57

Rated 5 out of 5

Best laptop ever

Amazing, small, compact. Fast working and great design

ANGIE R.

2020-05-30T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Awesome Little Machine

I am a road warrior that is constantly traveling for business. I purchased these SX-12 due to its size, features and reputation of the Vaio line. This little machine packs some power. The computer is quick, light and easy to haul around the country. The keyboard, screen and the input/output features make this machine a perfect choice for power users. This is an excellent mobile companion!

Don

2020-04-26T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great Look and Powerful !

I love this computer, it is pink, runs really fast and its made in Japan, not made of Mexico or China. If its made in Japan, there's quality assurance. Although the battery charger gets hot really quickly. I hope it does not over heat. So far so good. I am happy with this purchase at the moment. This computer came pretty fast thru the mail.

Annie

2020-02-29T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Power, Portable, Ultra-Understated Gem of a Laptop

I love the fact I can carry this in a small backpack with negligible weight. The cores keep this humming, where other ultra-portables have issues with more intense computing. The keyboard and trackpad work great as well, with surprisingly good travel on the keys. This is not inexpensive, but it is worth every penny. This laptop will give great service and looks fantastic at the same time.

Rollin C.

2020-01-15T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

The Samurai Sword of Computers

You should guilt your family into buying you one of these beautiful kachi-iro laptops as a wedding gift, or other gift, as I did. You will feel like uma thurman in kill bill. This is the hattori hanzo of notebooks, mind you. After I got this, I polished it every day. The finish is so shiny, it's got a shiny, almost lacquered-up looking finish. I couldn't stop polishing it, every time you touch it, you'll leave fingerprints on it. The inside aluminum next to the trackpad also retains hand moisture and reminds you that everything beautiful looks ugly when it's working. But don't worry, these geniuses give you a microfiber towellette in the same kachi-iro blue for you to polish this machine of the gods back to perfection.

Asa

2019-09-10T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Perfect Travel Companion

I've been searching for quite some time for a super mobile laptop. Most manufacturers will make a 11" model but they almost always come with ChromeOS which I'm not interested. Finally along comes the VAIO SX12. Small and lightweight but still full featured. Same Intel processor you find in larger laptops, Windows 10 Pro standard and every port imaginable. So not only do I have a super light portable laptop but I also don't need to carry any extra peripherals. The perfect mobile business laptop.

Tom

VAIO SX12 Specifications

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Great Look and Powerful !

By Annie

I love this computer, it is pink, runs really fast and its made in Japan, not made of Mexico or China. If its made in Japan, there's quality assurance. Although the battery charger gets hot really quickly. I hope it does not over heat. So far so good. I am happy with this purchase at the moment. This computer came pretty fast thru the mail.

Remarkable laptop with remarkable portability

By Edward I.

I spent about 3 months researching laptops. I wanted it all: speed, storage, portability, connectivity, great design, good price and something that was forward enough such that I wouldn't have to replace it in 2-3 years. The SX12 32 GB 2TB PCIe SSD is the closest I found to perfection. A remarkable piece of engineering. Try getting similar features from any other manufacturer and you'll pay at least $1000 more. Great job SONY!

Ultra-portability without compromise. Fast and durable while still offering superior connectivity and usability.

Experience unmatched performance and usability with the VAIO SX12 in an eye-catching deep, beautiful red design.

The Ideal Red
VAIO's commitment embodied in our red. Vivid and inspiring, yet not overly flashy, the VAIO RED EDITION is based on our long history of inspired color development.

3-Layer Finish
A 3-layer coat finish is applied to the top panel to achieve the ideal premium, deep red. The first layer is shiny pink metallic, followed by transparent red which creates the deep red, and finally a glossy UV coating that hardens to protect against scratches and produces a high-quality gloss sheen.

An emphasis on quality over production efficiency in pursuit of the ideal Red
"As a result of thoroughly thinking, what is a color that is high-quality that a man would not feel ashamed of having, we ended up with a red that draws you in, like the color that reminds you of a high-end sports car. In the VAIO RED EDITION, the color applied in three layers is exquisitely crafted to achieve a red that gives a sense of depth that cannot be reproduced with a conventional single-layer coating.

However, since scratches and unevenness in the lower layers will show-through when a 3-layer coat is applied, all layers need to be finished without repainting and additional touch ups. As a result, this process costs several times that of a conventional model, but I am satisfied with the finish." (VAIO Designer)

Challenging the Limits of Staining
By spending extra time during the dyeing and polishing process, the flat aluminum palm rest has the same deep red coloring as the outside cover.

No compromises during the polishing and dyeing process
"The flat aluminum palm rest is crafted using alumilite staining, but it takes time with an advance chemical polishing and dyeing process because it is very thin. By increasing the gloss through chemical polishing over a long period of time, and using a darker color, it was possible to achieve a red that has both depth and brilliance, which is comparable to the color of top cover." (VAIO Design Engineer)

Attention to Details
Other than the top cover and palm rest, the 2-button touchpad and fingerprint sensor are also dyed red without compromising functionality.

We struggled with color matching
"There was also an option to black out parts such as the touch pad, but as a result of considering the customer who selects the RED EDITION, we decided to go with red, without compromise. The red touch pad was especially difficult. It was very difficult to match the color with the palm rest because of its structure. We had to color the back of the rough, transparent metal sheet." (VAIO Project Lead)

Glossy Black Logo
We changed the top cover VAIO logo, which is silver on VAIO base models, to a glossy black that better compliments the red top cover for a more striking appearance.

Hairline Detail
The rear hinge has been produced in black with hairline finish detail creating a distinctive two-tone design.

Brilliant Red Glow
In order to enhance rigidity, the top red cover and flat aluminum palm rest wrap inside the main body. Not only does this provide structural integrity but also increases the visual appearance from any angle.

Exclusive Red Packaging
The VAIO RED EDITION comes in a specially designed packaging exclusive to this model. The two-tone red and black design extends to the product box, accentuated by the stamped black foil VAIO logo.

Efficient Power
With an available 10th generation Intel six core processor and enhanced with VAIO TruePerformance, the VAIO SX12 provides powerful performance to keep up with all your computing demands.

Effortless Handling
The VAIO SX12 is crafted with a thin and lightweight design. At 0.59" tall and 2.01 lbs, it is easy to hold and ideal to carry.

VAIO TruePerformance

What is VAIO TruePerformance?
Intel CPUs, such as the Core i7 adopted by VAIO, have "Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0" installed, which enhances performance at peak usage. However, the period during which maximum performance can be maintained is limited by power consumption and temperature, and the performance will degrade. "VAIO TruePerformance" is technology designed to maintain higher performance for a longer period of time by increasing CPU power limits and more efficiently eliminating heat.

Compact Full Screen
With a narrow bezel design, the A4 size body accommodates a 12.5-inch display screen for a 16% broader viewing experience than the VAIO S11.

Compatible Convenience
Disregard the need for external adapters. With a USB Type-C port, 3 USB ports, an HDMI port, a VGA connector and LAN connection, experience connectivity at the optimal level.

SD Cart Slot | USB (3.1) | USB Type-C | HDMI | LAN | VGA | AC Power | Security Lock | USB (3.0) | USB (3.0) | Headphone Jack

Well HELLO!
Sign in fast, secure, and password-less with Windows Hello.

Access Denied
Security literally at your fingertips. Instantly login to your VAIO SX12 with the new fingerprint reader. Exceptional security to prevent malicious intent.

Minimally Full Sized
The VAIO SX12 is designed with a compact body yet features a full-size keyboard. Typing can be done comfortably and error-free, regardless in the office or on the road.

Nothing Less Than Perfect
To guarantee precision and maintain exacting standards, every new VAIO SX12 is completed at VAIO headquarters in Nagano, Japan.

VAIO SX12 Features

  • Windows 10 Pro
  • Intel Core i7-10710U Processor
  • Intel UHD Graphics
  • 16GB Memory
  • 1TB PCIe SSD
  • 12.5" FHD (1920 x 1080) Non-touchscreen
  • Limited Edition Red

Key Features

  • Windows 10 Pro
  • Intel Core i7-10710U Processor
  • Intel UHD Graphics
  • 16GB Memory
  • 1TB PCIe SSD
  • 12.5" FHD (1920 x 1080) Non-touchscreen

What's in the box:

  • SX12 12.5" Full HD Notebook Computer (Red)
  • AC Adapter
  • Power Cord
  • Cleaning Cloth
  • VAIO 1 Year Limited Warranty