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Anything but average, VAIO E Series laptops offer power, portability and first class features perfect for work and play. The 17.3" model boasts a full-size keyboard and an expansive screen size. With a polished aluminum finish and diamond cut VAIO logo, the 15.5" model's full-size keyboard, available Core i7 quad core processor and up to 2GB VRAM14 are primed for performance. 14" models feature a stylish wrap design and full-size keyboard, while the 14" premium model adds touchscreen convenience, dramatic accent colors and an available Core i7 quad core processor. 11.6" models deliver the everyday performance you need to stay connected and entertained, wrapped in a compact and highly mobile design.
Loud and clear.
Who says you need a full home theater system to enjoy amazing audio? Built-in stereo speakers feature Clear Phase™ technology for crisp audio you can hear throughout the room. Whether watching a movie or video chatting with a friend, xLOUD™ volume-boosting technology ensures big, booming sound without sacrificing an ounce of quality. 14" premium models also feature Dolby® Home Theater® v4 technology for complete customization of your listening experience.
Do more faster than ever thanks to the powerful features built into your E Series laptop. Like a clickable multi-gesture touchpad for quick and convenient control, and a USB sleep charge port for charging your phone. With Rapid Wake technology, you'll never need to power down. Close the lid to enter into energy-saving sleep mode—lift the lid and resume in about two seconds. Plus, select models come with Sony Imagination Studio™ VAIO Edition software via free download perfect for editing and sharing photos, videos and music.
Abracadabra Control
It's not wizardry, but it certainly seems like it. Just wave your hand in front of your PC's built-in webcam, and like magic, VAIO Gesture Control puts you in command of a variety of features. Skip a song and adjust the volume, navigate webpages, pause or play a DVD, deliver a PowerPoint® presentation and more—without even touching your computer. It's fast, fun and incredibly convenient.
Night Shift
Sometimes inspiration strikes at unlikely hours. Be prepared for low-light scenarios with a backlit keyboard that makes for faster, more accurate late-night typing (17.3", 15.5" and 14" models). LED illumination shines through the characters and between the comfortable, precision-engineered keys, framing them with a pleasant glow that helps minimize typos.
You Decide
The E Series is more than divine design and eye-candy colors. It packs a powerful performance punch with a variety of processor options to suit your needs. Pick from either a 2nd or 3rd generation Intel Core i3, i5 or i7 processor for premium performance, speed and responsiveness you can truly feel.
Creations Worth Sharing
Inspire your inner artist with Sony Imagination Studio™ VAIO Edition—a suite of four powerful creative software applications pre-installed on select E Series laptops. Record original music or make mash-ups of your favorite songs. Edit videos into Hollywood-style productions with fascinating effects. Burn your creations to CD or DVD to share with friends, or upload to the internet to share with the world.
Wondrous Webcam
The built-in HD web camera features a Sony Exmor® R image sensor which helps guarantee a crisp, bright picture—even in dimly-lit rooms. The webcam is perfect for snapping self-portraits, video conferencing with a client or catching up with your friends. And like magic, you can use the camera and a few simple hand gestures to skip a song, adjust the volume, navigate webpages and more without even touching your computer thanks to VAIO Gesture Control.
Become a Digital da Vinci
Create gorgeous "paintings" on your PC with ArtRage® Studio software pre-installed on the 14" premium E Series touchscreen laptop. Get a host of digital tools that simulate real-world art instruments—like paintbrushes, oils, watercolors, pencils and pens—making it simple to produce natural-looking artwork on your computer. Best of all, there's no need to spend time learning complex processes and techniques. With an easy-to-understand interface, creating art is fun and intuitive.
Experience your photos, videos, music and more like never before with Sony's Media Apps. Connect seamlessly across all your compatible Sony devices to enjoy your content wherever you want. The very best Sony technologies come together to deliver the richest, most amazing experience possible. Plus, you can connect to your favorite social networks to share with friends, and get easy access to the Sony Entertainment Network and other online services for an endless array of content.
In Good Hands
Imagine an easy-to-use tool that helps you update, troubleshoot and keep your laptop in tip-top shape. It's called VAIO Care™ software, and it's pre-installed in every E Series laptop. Just press the ASSIST button to effortlessly install software, identify problems, perform maintenance and more. And if you need additional help, it's easy to connect with a Sony expert by phone, chat or online support.
Non-metric weights and measures are approximate and may vary.
Based on Sony engineering testing. Actual performance may vary considerably based on hardware configuration, software, power management settings, environmental conditions, wireless connectivity and other factors. Maximum battery capacity will normally decrease with time and use.
GHz denotes maximum microprocessor internal clock speed and may vary based on application.
Availability may be limited. See limited warranty for details.
1GB = one billion bytes. 1TB = one trillion bytes. Actual formatted capacity will be less.
Kaspersky Internet Security 30-day subscription is pre-installed on your Sony VAIO PC. You need to activate the software for the product to work. After your 30-days are finished, buy Kaspersky Internet Security to continue to be protected from cybercriminals, identify theft, viruses, and other threats.
Buy Microsoft® Office 2013 to use the full-featured Office software on this PC.
Requires an Intel® Wireless Display-enabled system, compatible adapter, and TV. 1080p and Blu-ray Disc or other protected content playback only available on 2nd gen or newer Intel® Core™processor-based PCs with built-in visuals enabled, a compatible adapter and media player, and supporting Intel WiDi software and graphics driver installed. Consult your PC manufacturer. For more information, see http://www.intel.com/go/widi.
Requires a system with Intel® Turbo Boost Technology. Intel® Turbo Boost Technology and Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 are only available on select Intel® processors. Consult your PC manufacturer. Performance varies depending on hardware, software, and system configuration. For more information, visit http://www.intel.com/go/turbo.
For some third party software, Sony provides initial support. Additional support may be available from the applicable vendor. Availability may vary by vendor.
No system can provide absolute security under all conditions. Requires an Intel® Identity Protection Technology-enabled system, including a 2nd gen Intel® Core processor enabled chipset, firmware, and software, and participating website. Consult your system manufacturer. Intel assumes no liability for lost or stolen data and/or systems or any resulting damages. For more information, visit http://ipt.intel.com.
Allocation of system memory to graphics varies depending on operating condition, version of device driver and total system memory size.
Requires wall mount bracket sold separately.
No system can provide absolute security under all conditions. Requires an enabled chipset, BIOS, firmware, and software, and a subscription with a capable service provider. Consult your system manufacturer and service provider for availability and functionality. Intel assumes no liability for lost or stolen data and/or systems or any other damages resulting thereof. For more information, visit http://www.intel.com/go/anti-theft.
Requires devices connected to the same wireless home network.
PC hardware and software are available in a wide variety of options and every VAIO PC may not be compatible with all such options. Sony disclaims any representation or warranty that your VAIO PC will be compatible with every combination of products that you may connect. While Sony representatives or authorized dealers may make recommendations to help you make your purchase decision, they are not authorized to modify this disclaimer. Simulated graphic shown on display. Features, specifications and pre-installed software are subject to change without notice.
Certain Microsoft products included with this computer may use technological measures for copy protection. IN SUCH EVENT, YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO USE THE PRODUCT IF YOU DO NOT FULLY COMPLY WITH THE PRODUCT ACTIVATION PROCEDURES. Product activation procedures and Microsoft's privacy policy will be detailed during initial launch of the product, or upon certain reinstallations of the software product(s) or reconfigurations of the computer and may be completed by Internet or telephone (toll charges may apply).
This product meets the standards of the International Energy Star Program for energy efficiency.