Visual enjoyment to the fullest, supported by an extended battery life!
New VAIO® SX14
The New VAIO® SX14 boasts a mesmerising 14-inch display, yet weighing only about 1086g in its lightest configuration. Its AI noise-canceling function empowers video calls with ultra clear voice. The PC of the next era is now fitted into a slim and robust body with a unique three-dimensional molded carbon top panel. Not to mention a wide variety of colors to choose from to match your vibrant lifestyle.
Beautifully Tough. Sheer Brilliance.
Unveiling a new era of form and function
With the newly-developed 3D molded carbon fiber cover and the improved hinge designs, the new series is re-engineered with an added level of sophistication for the perfect user experience.
A robust notebook computer to carry around with full confidence
Stringent quality tests have been carried out on dozens of features of the New VAIO® under different usage scenarios. Furthermore, the New VAIO® has attained the MIL-STD-810H *standard established by the US Department of Defense to demonstrate its unsurpassed stiffness.
* Based on the MIL-STD-810H standards, various tests have been conducted under conditions set by our company for testing of the notebook computer’s basic functions. Such tests are carried out for the sole purpose of collecting data regarding system reliability, and does not guarantee the unit will be free of damage or failure due to dropping, impact, vibration or other changes in the usage environment.
Improved rigidity and weight reduction thanks to carbon fiber
Introducing three-dimensional molded carbon fiber cover
The carbon fiber cover is remarkably thinner and lighter, yet sturdier than conventional material. The bezels on either side of the screen is made with carbon fiber with a goal to enhance durability and reduce weight.
4 colors to match your lifestyle
Choose from the ultra "Fine White", luxury "Urban Bronze" with special gold plating on the back VAIO® logo and ornaments, standard "Fine Black" or "Bright Silver" for your favorite color
The Color of Victory – the "KACHI-IRO" SPECIAL EDITION
The "KACHI-IRO" SPECIAL EDITION of VAIO® (first launched in July 2019), sporting a unique indigo blue color, has been revived to match the seamless design of the New VAIO® SX14.
The "ALL BLACK EDITION"
An "ALL BLACK EDITION" is also available, with the surface painted in a special black matte black color that complements the texture of carbon fiber, and the VAIO® logo also in black.
Second-to-none Japanese craftsmanship
Adhering to the highest Japanese craftsmanship’s spirit, VAIO® is committed to bringing the best experience to our users. From design to production, VAIO® gathers elites from all sectors at its headquarters in Azumino City in Nagano Prefecture, where they create laptops of remarkable quality by combining Japanese technology and aesthetics that we take pride in. The ultra-meticulous production process ensures that every laptop manufactured at the VAIO® headquarters is an epitome of a product "Made in Japan" with uncompromised quality.
Unparalleled mobility to serve you anytime, anywhere
The New VAIO® SX14’s battery can last for a full day’s use, so you never have to worry about recharging
The new high-capacity battery and low power-consumption display panel combine to offer an outstanding operation time for all day, bringing you the peace of mind even when a power source is unavailable.
The Overwhelming Laptop
High-Capacity Battery*
New VAIO® SX14 helps you power through all day and night. Its newly-developed high-capacity battery keeps the laptop featherlight while providing non-stoppable power.
The AC Adapter
The New VAIO® SX14 can be conveniently recharged via an AC adaptor (weight and volume reduced by around 30%) or USB Power Delivery.
*In comparison with the standard 10.5V AC adapter "VJ8AC10V9" that comes with conventional models.
Supports quick charging
The fast charging capability means you can recharge battery power in a short time.
Smart charging with “battery protection” mode
Constantly charging the battery to 100% shortens its life. Therefore, every New VAIO® SX14 has a built-in “battery protection” mode that stops charging after reaching certain battery level to extend the battery's lifespan.
Wi-Fi 6 + MU-MIMO
Enjoy ultra-fast Wi-Fi connection speed that is 8 times faster than previous models *1. Compatible with the latest Wi-Fi 6 standard for easy connection with excellent security *2, and the MU-MIMO (i Multi-user, multiple-input, multiple-output) technology, which does not slow down connection speed down even when a large number of people are connected to a router.
*1 Compared with Wi-Fi 4 (IEEE802.11n).
*2 A router that supports Wi-Fi 6 is required for Wi-Fi 6 connection
Bluetooth 5.1
The New VAIO® SX14 supports Bluetooth to let you connect various peripherals wirelessly, further reduce power consumption and delays of audio signal transmission.
High sensitivity antenna
With the antenna above the display, which is the highest position of the unit, signal stability is enhanced.
Ease of use that puts VAIO® one step ahead
Beautiful and spacious 14.0-inch wide display
The slimmer bezels of the New VAIO® SX14 is less than half the width of those of conventional models. The New VAIO® SX14 comes in with a 13.3-inch mode, which is the same as the VAIO® S13, and a larger 14-inch model. Text and tables are easy to read on the larger screens, reducing fatigue during extended periods of use.
Uncompromised Productivity
Touch screen that is easy and intuitive to use
The New VAIO® SX14 can be operated via touchscreen commands. It also supports scrolling by pressing buttons on the screen, just like using a smartphone. You can also use a stylus pen for input.
*Stylus supports and will be bundled with dedicated models.
Brand new keyboard
Embrace the freshly designed keyboard that lets you work in supreme comfort. The improved mechanics make every stroke noise-free, while each keycap and the ergonomic hinge are also re-engineered for the most comfortable typing position that further reduces the burden on your palms and wrists.
For quieter and more responsive keystrokes, the full-sized keyboard preserves the 19mm key pitch while increasing* key travel from 1.2mm to 1.5mm.
*Compared to VAIO® SX14.
One-hand motion to open the screen
The hinge is engineered in a way that you can open the screen with one slick motion, one hand, effortlessly.
USB Type-C™ ports on both sides
Both sides of the chassis are equipped with USB Type-C™ ports. Gone are the days when you need to move the laptop to accommodate the socket.
180-degree lay-flat hinge
Lying flat on the table and sharing screen are made easy because New VAIO® SX14’s robust 180-degree hinge mechanism is designed just for that. Flip the content and touchpad control with a simple press of the dedicated shortcut keys (Fn + 2).
*Japanese keyboard version for demonstration only.
Dished keycap for mistake-free typing
Lying flat on the table and sharing screen are made easy because New VAIO® SX14’s robust 180-degree hinge mechanism is designed just for that. Flip the content and touchpad control with a simple press of the dedicated shortcut keys (Fn + 2).
Smudge-proof keycaps and palm rest
To retain their clean, smudge-free appearance all year along, all keycaps are coated with an abrasion resistance coating that is specially developed to keep fingerprints and smudges away.
Convenient backlit keyboard
The full-sized keyboard comes with backlit keys that illuminate the letters and give you the visibility you need in low light environments, from dim meeting rooms to aircraft cabins.
VAIO® exclusive font
The stunning visual of New VAIO® SX14 deserves an equally appealing keyboard. That is why VAIO® designed a new font exclusive to the series where the letters and symbols are composed of natural curves that make them clearer to read while preserving their elegance.
Premium webcam and microphones cater to your remote work plans
New VAIO® SX14 is designed to ease your work-from-home anxiety. A webcam of 2.07 megapixels captures clear and sharp images while the microphones deliver better sound recording with improved noise-canceling technology
*Compared to VAIO® SX14.
Crystal clear microphone capabilities thanks to AI
The high-performance AI had learned and set proper elimination of noises to further improve the sound quality. By reducing the environmental noise, clear voice can be delivered to the recipient and vice versa.
Sign in fast, secure, and password-less with Windows Hello.
Security literally at your fingertips and face recognition login. Instantly login to your New VAIO® SX14 with the new fingerprint reader. Exceptional security to prevent malicious intent.
Multi-layer security
Comprehensive seamless login measures
New VAIO® SX14 offers comprehensive security measures – from fingerprint reader to face recognition sensor – for easy, hassle-free logins while providing utmost data protection. Without the need for a password, logging on to your laptop has never been easier.
Button-less login
The smart proximity sensor in New VAIO® SX14 detects and recognizes your face automatically. You don’t have to lift a finger to start your work.
Auto-lock when away
You can rest assured that your data is safe with your laptop when you leave your seat because the proximity sensor gets you covered and automatically locks the laptop.
Smart detection that keeps laptop awake
As long as the proximity sensor detects your presence, the laptop stays awake and bars itself from entering sleep or screen-saving mode. Uninterrupted workflow is guaranteed.
Next-Level BIOS Authentication*
New VAIO® SX14 replaces the physical BIOS pre-boot password with alternative security measures, including fingerprint authentication, Bluetooth pairing, FIDO2 security key and USB port control.
* Built-in Phoenix PassKey™ function in BIOS. Phoenix PassKey™ is a registered trademark of Phoenix Technologies Ltd.
BIOS self-healing function
New VAIO® SX14’s BIOS self-healing mechanism auto-repairs damages due to BIOS updates or tampering.
Trusted Platform Module
To enhance data encryption, New VAIO® SX14 can be equipped with a TPM*1 chip that is independent of the operating system and other hardware. That means you no longer need to rely on HDD or SDD to protect your important data. TPM allows you to manage data encryption directly and Independently for added security *2.
*1 TPM︰Trusted Platform Module
*2 TPM does not guarantee 100% protection of data and hardware.
BIOS self-healing function
New VAIO® SX14’s BIOS self-healing mechanism auto-repairs damages due to BIOS updates or tampering.
No compromise of performance on mobile devices
The Latest OS: Windows 11
The New VAIO® SX14 is pre-installed with the latest OS, Windows 11, that is web- and mobile-friendly, while putting an emphasis on security. The latest PC experience is yours to enjoy.
*When using Windows 11 Home for the first time, an internet connection and a Microsoft account are required to complete the setup.
Ready For The Intel® Evo™ Platform
The New VAIO® SX14 is compliant with Intel's premium notebook PC standard, the "Intel® Evo™ Platform", providing an outstanding user experience.
*With a Core i5 or higher processor, 256GB or higher storage, a Full HD (non-touchscreen panel) display, a Windows Hello face recognition compatible camera, and a backlit keyboard.
Unrivaled performance
The Only Lightweight Laptop Powered By High-Speed Processor
The powerful 11th Gen Intel® Core™ processor that New VAIO® SX14 equips is boosted with VAIO®’s proprietary VAIO® TruePerformance® technology. A powerhouse in terms of performance, New VAIO® SX14 is the only large-sized laptop in the industry that is powered by an ultra-fast processer and weighs under 1 kg.
Core i7-1195G7［New VAIO® SX14］
The comparison with Core i7-1065G7 [Reference: VAIO® SX14 (announced in October 2020)]
MAXON Cinebench Version23.200(Multi Core)
Core i7-1195G7［New VAIO® SX14］
The comparison with Core i7-1065G7 [Reference: VAIO® SX14 (announced in October 2020)]
MAXON Cinebench Version15.038(OpenGL)
Researched by VAIO® Corporation. It is a measurement result with the prototype. Results may vary depending on your environment and spec configuration.
What is VAIO® TruePerformance？
VAIO® TruePerformance is a proprietary technology developed by VAIO® that pushes the processor efficiency and maintains its peak performance over an extended period by uprating CPU power limits and optimizing the cooling mechanism.
Other performance boosts
The 4th Generation High-speed SSD
The New VAIO® SX14 comes with the 4th generation high-speed SSD with PCIe Gen.4 connection, boasting unprecedentedly higher read/write speed, making everyday tasks, such as copying files and launching applications, a breeze.
* in sequential read
The 4th Generation High-speed SSD (256GB)
The comparison with standard SSD (256GB)
CrystalDiskMark 7.0.0 / Sequential Read
The 4th Generation High-speed SSD（256GB
The comparison with standard SSD (256GB)
Compare the processing time when copying one 10GB file from folder to folder
Researched by VAIO® Corporation. It is a measurement result with the prototype. Results may vary depending on your environment and spec configuration.
High-speed, large-capacity memory
Up to 32GB of LPDDR4X wideband memory can be configured for The New VAIO® SX14, ensuring fast and stable opening of multiple applications at the same time.
Connect to various peripherals with ease
In addition to one standard USB terminal (USB-A) on each side, The New VAIO® SX14 also has two USB Type-C™ terminals, an HDMI terminal, and a wired LAN terminal.
The two USB Type-C™ jacks support USB 4™ and Thunderbolt™ 4 connections with data transfer speed of up to 40 Gbps. Connect peripheral devices, such as, external storage devices, and transfer data in high speed.
1. Multi-Core is designed to improve performance of certain software products. Not all customers or software applications will necessarily benefit from use of this technology. Performance and clock frequency will vary depending on application workload and your hardware and software configurations. Intel’s numbering is not a measurement of higher performance.
2. Not all features are available in all editions or versions of Windows. Systems may require upgraded and/or separately purchased hardware, drivers and/or software to take full advantage of Windows functionality. Windows 11 is automatically updated, which is always enabled. ISP fees may apply and additional requirements may apply over time for updates. See http://www.microsoft.com.
3. ^Weights vary depending on configuration and manufacturing variability.
4. Battery life will vary depending on various factors including product model, configuration, loaded applications, features, use, wireless functionality, and power management settings. The maximum capacity of the battery will naturally decrease with time and usage.
5. In the event of a water spillage, users should wipe away the water, before bringing the laptop to a VAIO service center for inspection or repair. The anti-spill feature is only available on the keyboard and is not applicable on water damage to other parts of the laptop.
*Japanese keyboard version product shots for demonstration only.
Intel, the Intel logo, the Intel Inside logo and Intel Core are trademarks of Intel Corporation in the U.S. and/or other countries. The use of the "VAIO" trademark is by the permission of and subject to license with VAIO Corporation.