Sony Vaio VPC-EB4L9E/BQ

Sony VAIO VPC-EB4L9E/BQ review

Sony is a household name and its VAIO laptops have long been popular with consumers. The VAIO VPC-EB4L9E/BQ is another well-designed machine that ticks lots of boxes, making it an excellent choice for any family. An all-white chassis proves a standout feature, although the subtle glitter effect in the palmrests may be a step too far. Still, the chassis is reassuringly solid in all areas except near the DVD drive. The 15.6-inch screen tilts back to a reasonable degree and has good viewing angles, so you won't be squinting when the VAIO is sat on your lap. Photos and movies are colourfully recreated and the screen is one of the brightest in the group. If you plan on watching films on your laptop, the built-in speakers pack a surprising amount of power. Unfortunately, the quality drops at its top volume, with music and sound effects distorting.Highly usable Usability is a highlight, thanks to the well-sized keyboard which stretches the width of the chassis. The typing action is firm, and comfortable even when typing out long essays or endless emails. There's also a dedicated numeric keypad. We also liked the textured touchpad, which supports multi-touch gesturing and document scrolling.