The
VAIO Z Flip model is a great device for a high price. It is for those who want
the best of the best and who are ready to pay and possibly overpay. Since the
sale of the brand by Sony in 2014 to a private equity fund, VAIO has barely
changed. VAIOs are still first-class machines with high-end specifications and
appropriate build quality. As the notebook market moves towards commodification
with price levels falling, VAIO stands out. And the latest addition, the VAIO Z
Flip model, is an exceptional 2-in-1 device with an unusual design and powerful
fixtures. Is this expensive Windows 10 Two-in-One worth its price when it comes
to cheaper alternatives? Read this VAIO Z flip test to find out.
Construction & Design:
VAIO
currently offers three VAIO Z products: VAIO Z, a standard notebook with thin
and lightweight lighting; VAIO Z Canvas, a Windows 10 tablet paired with a
supplied Bluetooth keyboard; and the VAIO-Z flip model, sometimes referred to
as the VAIO-Z (flip), VAIO-Z (2-in-1) and VAIO-Z-2-in-1 model. There's also the
VAIO S, a heavier version of the VAIO Z notebook. While most Windows 2-in-1
devices have either the 360-degree Lenovo Yoga Series display hinge or a
detachable keyboard, the VAIO Z-flip model has a 180-degree hinge in the center
of the display, allowing the screen to fold over the keyboard and close.
It's
not a unique design, many pre-iPad Windows tablets had it, but it requires a
well-built device (which is why many device manufacturers probably avoid it).
The parts must fit together to pull them off, and VAIO succeeds here. It's
obvious that time and effort has gone into designing and developing the VAIO
Z-Flip model. A trigger switch centered on the display hinge allows you to
switch to tablet mode, where the display is secured with magnets. The operation
is smooth, but requires two hands. The same applies to the change to notebook
mode. In tablet mode, a small portion of the landscape edge remains and
provides a firm grip. This is a nice design note. We also liked the ability to
turn the display on in notebook mode, making it available for presentations or
even freer drawing. The VAIO Z-Flip model comes with an N-Trig pin, but the
2-in-1 device cannot be docked. The pen is not even delivered with a leash.
This is the only design flaw and it is frustrating.
Display:
The
VAIO Z-Flip model has a 13.3-inch display with a resolution of 2560 x 1440.
This results in a 16: 9 aspect ratio and about 221 pixels per inch. We prefer
the Boxier 3: 2 aspect ratio of the Surface Pro 4 and the Galaxy TabPro S
because it offers more room for spreadsheets and other productivity tasks.
However, this VAIO display is undisputed. Movies and videos are particularly
eye-catching due to their cinematic aspect ratio. The touch is precise and the
VAIO Z-Flip model simultaneously supports up to 10 touch points. VAIO says the
display has "impact-hardened tempered glass," but we did not drop the
system to see how well it can withstand the abuse. Given the overall quality of
the build, we are confident that the display will survive a few drops without
breaking.
The
floor-mounted speakers in the VAIO Z Flip model meet the low standard of other
devices in this class. They are suitable for use by persons, although the sound
output is limited due to their small size and location. Whether in tablet or
notebook mode, the direct sound of the speaker is groundbreaking for the user,
and even directs listening shows a narrow high-end and almost no bass. However,
this is not just true for the VAIO flip model, and we would rather toss a coin
than to use the speakers as the basis for a 2-in-1 purchase decision.
Keys & Connectors:
VAIO
equipped this Z-Flip model with a wide selection of ports and buttons,
including a full USB 3.0 port, a standard USB 3.0 port, an HDMI port, a full-size
SD card reader, a power adapter and small power consumption, a volume rocker
for the tablet mode and a dual audio jack. The display has a physical Windows
key, even for tablet mode, and the power adapter provides another full-size USB
port for charging. We love this extension, and we often find travelers who
recognize that the adapter allows you to charge VAIO and a dual-charging
smartphone.
Keyboard & Trackpad:
The
backlit keyboard has 82 large and well-arranged buttons. The key stroke is
short and is about 1 mm. This is typical for mobile keyboards and Bluetooth
keyboards rather than for laptops, and the keys have moderate pressure.
Luckily, the bodywork has enough to keep typing comfortable, and the VAIO Z
flip model design creates a pleasing tilting effect supported by an open
display lid.
A
large, structured and one-piece trackpad is located in the middle underneath.
It is nowhere near as smooth as the premium quality of VAIO suggests. Given the
touchscreen, active stylus, and external mouse ports, it is best available as a
last resort for precision pointing.
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