The Sony Vaio Z series are one of the lightest gaming-capable laptops. The Nvidia GeForce GT 330M in them is slightly underclocked, but it is very hard to fit more performance in 3 lbs (1.4 kg).

Basic information

• Fastest processor available: Intel Core i7 640M
• GPU: Nvidia GeForce GT 330M (switchable)
• Screen size: 13.1″ (1600×900)
• Weight: from 3.0 lbs (1.4 kg)
• Battery life: 3-5 h (58 Wh battery, Internet browsing)
• Hard drive bays: 2-3
• Price: from 1,799 USD at Sony Style. Buy a Sony Vaio Z
• More info: Sony

Reviews

• Notebook Review (June 2010): Intel Core i5 520M, 3 SSD in RAID 0. Score: 4.5/5
• Trusted Reviews (May 2010): Intel Core i7 620M, 2 SSD in RAID 0. Score: 9/10
• Notebookcheck (April 2010): Intel Core i5 520M, 2 SSD in RAID 0. Score: 89%
• Laptop Magazine (March 2010): Intel Core i5 520M, 2 SSD in RAID 0. Score: 4/5
• PC Magazine (February 2010): Intel Core i5 520M, SSD. Score: 4/5
• CNET (February 2010): Intel Core i5 520M, SSD. Score: 4/5
• Engadget (February 2010): Intel Core i5 540M, 2 SSD in RAID 0