I still want to see a Sony TX notebook with a dual core CPU, but I understand that until Intel releases an ultra-low voltage Core Duo chip, this is unlikely to happen. The major USP of the TX series is battery life, and with the TX3XP Sony really has surpassed itself. I’ve been listening to notebook manufacturers talking about getting a full day’s work out of one battery charge for years, but Sony has actually achieved this and wrapped it up is a slim, light and stylish package.
The TX3XP keeps the same great chassis design as its predecessors, but manages to throw biometric security in for good measure. The LED backlight screen is also better than before, while the fact that you can barely feel this notebook in your bag will be a huge bonus for frequent travellers like myself.
Yes the VAIO VGN-TX3XP is expensive, but if you need the smallest, lightest, fully featured notebook around with truly staggering battery life, that price will seem more than justified.
Note: The TX3 is also available in black (TX3XP/B) at £1,699, while the pearl white version (TX3XP/W) costs a tempting £1,499.Read full review
Overall
9/10
By Riyad Emeran
Reviewed 25 July 2006
Updated 05 February 2011