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The touchpad reaches 33.0 degrees, making it almost the hottest area on the upper surface of the base unit. On the underside, the notebook hits a maximum of 40.9 degrees.HP 416996-131 We simulate full system load by running two programs, Prime 95 and FurMark, to place the greatest possible stress on the processor and graphics card. But the Sony Vaio VPCCB2S1E/B was not overly troubled by them. HP 434674-001 According to HWinfo, the maximum processor temperature was 75 degrees Celsius; this is well out of the danger zone, with plenty of breathing space. Nor did we observe any throttling of the processor or graphics card. HP EV087AA The 3D Mark 06 benchmark test that we carried out subsequently gave us no reason to believe that the performance of the notebook had been in any way reduced by the extreme stress.HP EX942AA The Sony notebook’s audio system is very good, as long as you don’t turn it to maximum volume. The sound is clear, and generally of a very decent quality. Of course the low and bass tones are completely absent, as with the majority of notebooks. HP 395789-001 But you can still listen to music or a film on them. Those who have higher standards when it comes to sound quality should be practical and attach some headphones. HP EF419A The Sony Vaio’s battery life is reasonable when in idle; with very few demands on the system, the energy consumption is between 11.9 and 21.2 Watts. In this mode the energy-saving mechanisms of the processor and graphics card are active, which keeps the energy use low. HP EG417AA However, when the demands on the hardware increase, the energy consumption leaps to 57.9 - 79.9 Watts. If you burden the system with Prime, which leaves the graphics card alone as much as possible, the notebook draws 68.2 Watts. HP HSTNN-DB20 With heavy use from FurMark, which conversely stresses the graphics card whilst leaving the processor as far as possible undisturbed, the energy consumption is 68.0 Watts.HP HSTNN-IB20 The run times achieved by the Sony Vaio VPCCB2S1E/B are not exactly overawing. The Battery Eater program was used to determine battery life. In the Reader setting, which simulates idle use of the laptop, the battery lasted just under 4 hours (3 hours 58 minutes to be exact). HP HSTNN-OB20 The result of the WLAN web surfing test is somewhat more realistic; here the notebook lasted for 2 hours and 30 minutes. If you like to watch a DVD when you’re on the go, you can rely on 2 hours and 6 minutes of battery life. HP 395789-001 Under full load the battery only holds out for 55 minutes. To fully recharge the battery, you’ll need a very long 2 hours and 55 minutes. This is longer than the battery even runs for during WLAN surfing.HP EF419A We very much like the look of the Sony Vaio VPCCB2S1E/B, even if the glossy plastic surfaces require near-constant cleaning. The build quality was generally convincing, though Sony showed it is not immune from small deficiencies. HP EG417AA The display is undeniably the most impressive feature. With Full HD resolution and an integrated Blu-ray drive, the notebook is outstandingly well equipped to provide mobile multimedia enjoyment. HP HSTNN-DB20 But the display also won us over with its contrast, which was commendably high. The only thing to let the side down was the colour reproduction.HP HSTNN-IB20 The combination of Intel Core i5 processor and AMD mid-range graphics turned out to be a sensible pairing, not only suitable for multimedia or office uses but also able to provide an enjoyable gaming experience. HP HSTNN-OB20 In terms of application performance, the notebook was convincing; it didn’t take the top spot in comparison with other similar notebooks, but it was always near the top of the middle league. HP HSTNN-151C The games we tested ran very well for the most part. If you don’t insist on the absolute highest settings all the time, you can play quite happily on the Sony Vaio.HP RQ204AA We found the keyboard flexed easily, which was a little disappointing. Even when typing quite normally, we could feel it giving way by a few millimeters. Aside from this objection it is a very good keyboard, so we would still rate it as good.HP HSTNN-DB63
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