SONY VAIO VPC-CW1S1E

159 reviews

Apr, 2024

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performance (72)
design (69)
usability (64)
keyboard (42)
screen (28)

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battery (50)
price (14)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 159 reviews of SONY VAIO VPC-CW1S1E. The average rating for this product is 4.2/5, compared to an average rating of 4.0/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Reviewers are impressed by the portability and keyboard. The design and performance also get good feedback. There are mixed opinions on the energy efficiency and screen, and the price and battery get less positive reviews.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other products in the same category the SONY VAIO VPC-CW1S1E is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 83/100 = Very good quality.

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Expert review by : Andy Vandervell (trustedreviews.com)

Sony VAIO CW Series (VPC-CW1S1E/P) - 14.1in Laptop

Looking pretty in pink? Not so much, but the CW Series comes in a range of other colours, too.

Sony appears to have righted the wrongs of the outgoing CS Series. This is a very capable laptop that strikes a great balance between performance, affordability and style. Anyone looking for a powerful all-rounder with a little personality should find...

Nov, 2009

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Expert review by : Philip Barker (techradar.com)

Sony VAIO VPCCW1S1E/R (CW Series) review

A fantastic all-round laptop that's ideal for the home, office and commute alike

Nice design ; Dedicated graphics ; Good performance ; Impressive battery life

Very bright display

A decent laptop that is both highly portable and powerful. Not too shabby looking either

Dec, 2009

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Sony Vaio CW1S1E/L review

Sony's Vaios stand out for their great design, and the CW1S1E/L is no exception. It's not one of the company's more unusual designs, but its sculpted case, coloured metallic finish and attention to detail makes it stand out. There are also a few quirks...

The CW1S1E/L is a great-looking laptop, but it doesn't do enough to stand out at this price.

Jan, 2010

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Sony Vaio VPCCW1S1E/R

The Sony Vaio VPCCW1S1E/R is a mid-range laptop that wants to be your spanking new main home PC. An addition to the Vaio CW series, it's the best model in the range, with features to satisfy even most fastidious of computer heads. The good The build of...

A hundred quid cheaper than the MacBook, the Sony Vaio VPCCW1S1E/R packs in features that are the envy of Apple Macs. If Macs aren't your thing, then surely the Sony Vaio VPCCW1S1E/R might be. Sony Vaio VPCCW1S1E/R is tagged with Sony Vaio, laptop and...

Jan, 2010

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Expert review by : electricpig.co.uk (electricpig.co.uk)

Sony Vaio VPCCW1S1E/R review

A specced up stunner with a cracking price tag, the Vaio CW series is great

Great value, speedy, good keyboard

Bulky

Jan, 2010

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Expert review by (itreviews.co.uk)

Sony - VAIO VPCCW1S1E

If you're on the lookout for an affordable laptop, Sony probably won't be the first manufacturer on your list. With a raft of ultra-stylish yet ultra-expensive laptops to its name, it's easy to simply overlook VAIO ...

Given its portable dimensions, it's something of a shame that the VPCCW1S1E doesn't offer more in the way of battery life. Aside from this, there's very little wrong with Sony's latest VAIO. It's reasonably powerful, capable of handling the latest 3D...

Jan, 2010

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Expert review by : Will Stapley (reghardware.co.uk)

Sony Vaio CW

With a distinctly un-Sony-like price tag, this Vaio laptop isn't short on performance and even copes admirably with a bit of gaming.

Minor niggles aside, if you’re looking for a compact laptop that’s not short in the performance department, the VPCCW1S1E certainly delivers the goods. Its mediocre battery life is a shame and may be enough to dissuade more than a few potential buyers,...

Dec, 2009

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Expert review by : Florian Wimmer (notebookcheck.net)

Review Sony Vaio VPC-CW1S1E Notebook

Rainbow Parade. Design and color are the features that strike you

Chic design; Good workmanship; Many interfaces; Quiet and cool; ...at a good performance; The usual good keyboard

High price; Port distribution isn't optimal; Smooth wrist rest; Average display

That Sony seems to not have enough money to include a recovery DVD.

Nov, 2009

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Expert review by : Jayesh Shinde (pcworld.in)

Sony VAIO CW

The Sony VAIO CW Series 14-inch laptop distinguishes itself with stylish design and very good performance - all at a price tag.

Looks and design ; Very good performance ; Gaming-worthy GPU ; Feature set

Poor Battery life

The Sony VAIO CW is a great candidate for a 14-inch multipurpose laptop with the added bonus of good gaming experience. However, the VAIO CW's attempts to be an all-rounder has an impact on its price tag which, at Rs. 57,990, is steep compared to other...

Jan, 2010

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