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Vaio Z Canvas (8GB + 256GB) Review | 168 Data compared

Avg. price:~£1,740RAM capacity:8 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:12.3 inchesChipset:Intel Core i7-4770HQ

Vaio Z Canvas (8GB + 256GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

6.5/10

Overall score

Score
6.5/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best Tablets on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 58% of models
Score components

90%

6.5

Technical score

10%

6.2

User score

▲Better than 58% of tablets
4.9

Value for money

Value for money
4.9/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 99% of models
Score components

70%

6.5

Overall score

30%

1.3

Price

▼Worse than 99%
6.5

Technical score

Technical score
6.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare Tablets based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 60% of models
Score components

22%

8.0

Performance

20%

6.3

Display

16%

6.2

Camera

14%

5.8

Battery

12%

6.1

Connectivity

8%

6.8

Software & Features

5%

5.2

Design

3%

5.7

Audio & Multimedia

▲Better than 60%
6.2

User score

User score
6.2/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 94% of models
Score components

70%

7.2

User ratings

30%

3.8

Number of reviews

▼Worse than 94%
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £1,740
Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.
Available versions:
16GB + 512GBCheck price
Other versions:
8GB + 256GB16GB + 1TB
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Technical Specifications of tablet Vaio Z Canvas (8GB + 256GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare Tablets based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 60% of models
Score components:

22%

8.0

Performance

20%

6.3

Display

16%

6.2

Camera

14%

5.8

Battery

12%

6.1

Connectivity

8%

6.8

Software & Features

5%

5.2

Design

3%

5.7

Audio & Multimedia

6.5
User score
User score
6.2/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 94% of models
Score components

70%

7.2

User ratings

30%

3.8

Number of reviews

6.2
Popularity
Popularity
3.8/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 57% of models
Popularity:
Vaio Z Canvas (8GB + 256GB) has a popularity of 3.8 points, which is higher than 56.3% of Tablets.
3.8
Value for money
Value for money
4.9/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 99% of models
Score components:

70%

6.5

Overall score

30%

1.3

Price

4.9
RAM capacity
8 GB
Market range: <2 GB – >12 GB
This tablet has a RAM capacity of 8 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 72.3% of tablets and equal to that of 17.8% of tablets.
Process node
22 nm
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 22 nm process node, which is larger than the node size used in 57.5% of tablets and equal to the node used in 7.2% of tablets.
Internal storage
256 GB
Market range: <0 GB – >250 GB
This tablet has an internal storage capacity of 256 GB which is larger than the storage of 76.5% of tablets and equal to that of 15.7% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
?
Chipset
Intel Core i7-4770HQ
This tablet uses the Intel Core i7-4770HQ chipset, which is more advanced than the chipsets in 77.6% of tablets and equal to those in 0.1% of tablets.
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Screen resolution
2560×1704
This tablet has a screen resolution of 2560×1704 which is higher than that of 87.9% of tablets and equal to that of 0.1% of tablets.
Refresh rate
?
Display type
IPS LCD
This tablet uses a IPS LCD display type. 17% of tablets use this display technology.
Pixel density
250 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 250 ppi which is higher than that of 69.3% of tablets and equal to that of 0.3% of tablets.
Display glass type
Tempered Glass
This tablet uses Tempered Glass display glass which is weaker than that on 78.1% of tablets and equal to that on 19.5% of tablets.
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Optical image stabilization
no
This tablet does not support optical image stabilization. 0.4% of tablets include OIS.
Main camera megapixels
8 MP
Market range: <3.15 MP – >13 MP
This tablet has a main camera resolution of 8 MP which is higher than that of 36.5% of tablets and equal to that of 31.8% of tablets.
Front camera megapixels
0.92 MP
Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
This tablet has a front camera resolution of 0.92 MP which is lower than in 92.5% of tablets and equal to that in 0.2% of tablets.
Main camera aperture
?
Optical zoom
1xxx
This tablet supports 1xx optical zoom which is higher than in 18.4% of tablets and equal to that in 80.7% of tablets.
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Battery capacity
?
Charging speed
60 W
Market range: <10 W – >60 W
This tablet supports charging speeds of 60 W which is faster than in 90.7% of tablets and equal to speeds in 0.7% of tablets.
Battery life
7 hours
Market range: <6 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 7 hours, which is shorter than that of 85.4% of tablets and equal to that of 5.5% of tablets.
Wireless charging
no
This tablet does not support wireless charging. 1.5% of tablets support wireless charging.
Fast charging
no
This tablet does not support fast charging. 49.7% of tablets support fast charging.
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LTE support
no
This tablet does not support LTE. 63.3% of tablets include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This tablet supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 0.2% of tablets offer Wi-Fi support.
GPS
yes
This tablet supports GPS. 17.3% of tablets include GPS functionality.
5G connectivity
no
This tablet does not support 5G connectivity. 11.1% of tablets support 5G.
NFC
no
This tablet does not support NFC. 10.9% of tablets support NFC.
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Operating system
Windows
This tablet uses the Windows operating system, which is less advanced than the one used by 84.1%.
Update support duration
short
This tablet offers short update support, which is shorter than the support period of 52.7% of tablets and equal to that of 47.3% of tablets.
Direct OS updates
yes
This tablet receives direct OS updates. 20.3% of tablets receive direct updates.
On-device AI
no
This tablet does not support on-device AI. 28.3% of tablets support this capability.
App tracking protection
no
This tablet does not include app tracking protection. 28.3% of tablets include app tracking protection.
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IP rating
not rated
This tablet has an IP rating of not rated which is lower than that of 16.3% of tablets and equal to that of 83.7% of tablets.
Weight
1,211 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 1,211 g which is heavier than 98.9% of tablets and equal to the weight of 0.1% of tablets.
Backlit keyboard
yes
This tablet supports a backlit keyboard. 90.3% of tablets support backlit keyboards.
Keyboard accessory
yes
This tablet supports a keyboard accessory. 15.8% of tablets support this option.
Pen latency
?
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Number of microphones
2
Market range: <0 – >5
This tablet includes 2 microphones, which is more than in 55.1% of tablets and equal to the number in 32.7% of tablets.
aptX Adaptive
no
This tablet does not support aptX Adaptive. 6.9% of tablets offer this codec.
Dolby Atmos support
no
This tablet does not support Dolby Atmos. 31.5% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
N. of speakers
2
Market range: <1 – >6
This tablet includes 2 speakers, which is more than in 9.8% of tablets and equal to the number in 60.9% of tablets.
FM radio
no
This tablet does not include an FM radio. 19% of tablets offer FM radio functionality.
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Vaio Z Canvas (8GB + 256GB) vs the average tablet

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  • More capable chipset
    This tablet uses the Intel Core i7-4770HQ chipset, while the average tablet uses MediaTek MT8169A.
    Intel Core i7-4770HQ vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 70% higher CPU speed
    This tablet has a higher CPU speed than the average tablet (3.4 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    3.4 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • Wider color gamut
    This tablet supports a wider color gamut than the average tablet (Adobe RGB vs sRGB). The average tablet covers sRGB color gamut.
    95% Adobe RGB coverage reported.
    Adobe RGB vs sRGB
  • 4x more storage
    This tablet has more internal storage than the average tablet (256 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet provides 64 GB of internal storage.
    256 GB vs 64 GB
  • 3.33x faster charging speed
    This tablet supports faster charging than the average tablet (60 W vs 18 W). The average tablet supports charging speed of 18 W.
    60 W vs 18 W
  • Higher screen resolution
    This tablet has a higher screen resolution than the average tablet (2560×1704 vs 1920×1200). The average tablet resolution is 1920×1200.
    2560×1704 vs 1920×1200
  • 2.2 inches larger screen size
    This tablet has a higher screen size than the average tablet (12.3 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet has screen size of 10.1 inches.
    12.3 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • 4 GB more RAM
    This tablet has more RAM capacity than the average tablet (8 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    8 GB vs 4 GB
  • More capable chipset
    This tablet uses the Intel Core i7-4770HQ chipset, while the average tablet uses MediaTek MT8169A.
    Intel Core i7-4770HQ vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 70% higher CPU speed
    This tablet has a higher CPU speed than the average tablet (3.4 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    3.4 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • 4x more storage
    This tablet has more internal storage than the average tablet (256 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet provides 64 GB of internal storage.
    256 GB vs 64 GB
  • 4 GB more RAM
    This tablet has more RAM capacity than the average tablet (8 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    8 GB vs 4 GB
  • Faster storage type
    This tablet uses SSD storage, while the average tablet uses eMMC. Storage technology still varies widely across tablets.
    SSD vs eMMC
  • 79.4% higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This tablet achieves a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score than the average tablet (3,393 points vs 1,891 points). The average tablet scores 1,891 points in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
    3,393 points vs 1,891 points
  • 36 more GPU execution units
    This tablet has more GPU execution units than the average tablet (40 vs 4). The average tablet has 4 GPU execution units.
    40 vs 4
  • Supports multithreading
    This tablet supports multithreading, the average tablet does not. 0.00% of tablets support multithreading.
  • 2 more CPU threads
    This tablet has more CPU threads than the average tablet (8 vs 6). The average tablet has 6 CPU threads.
    8 vs 6
  • 71.8% higher memory bandwidth
    This tablet has a higher memory bandwidth than the average tablet (25.6 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s). The average tablet has memory bandwidth of 14.9 GB/s.
    25.6 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This tablet supports a newer DDR version than the average tablet (DDR3L vs LPDDR3). The average DDR version is LPDDR3.
    DDR3L vs LPDDR3
  • Wider color gamut
    This tablet supports a wider color gamut than the average tablet (Adobe RGB vs sRGB). The average tablet covers sRGB color gamut.
    95% Adobe RGB coverage reported.
    Adobe RGB vs sRGB
  • Higher screen resolution
    This tablet has a higher screen resolution than the average tablet (2560×1704 vs 1920×1200). The average tablet resolution is 1920×1200.
    2560×1704 vs 1920×1200
  • 2.2 inches larger screen size
    This tablet has a higher screen size than the average tablet (12.3 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet has screen size of 10.1 inches.
    12.3 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This tablet supports HDR10, the average tablet does not. 21.8% of tablets are HDR10 compatible.
  • 11.6% higher pixel density
    This tablet has a higher pixel density than the average tablet (250 ppi vs 224 ppi). The average tablet has pixel density of 224 ppi.
    250 ppi vs 224 ppi
  • 29 ppi higher screen sharpness
    This tablet has a higher screen sharpness than the average tablet (250 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has screen sharpness of 221 ppi.
    250 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • Allows manual focus
    This tablet allows manual focus control, the average tablet does not. 37.2% of tablets include manual focus.
  • 3.33x faster charging speed
    This tablet supports faster charging than the average tablet (60 W vs 18 W). The average tablet supports charging speed of 18 W.
    60 W vs 18 W
  • Includes battery health monitoring
    This tablet features battery health monitoring, the average tablet does not. 37% of tablets include battery health tools.
  • Includes stylus
    This tablet includes a stylus, the average tablet does not. 16.9% of tablets come with a stylus.
  • Suitable for drawing
    This tablet is suitable for drawing, the average tablet is not. 41% of tablets are suitable for drawing.
  • Includes backlit keyboard
    This tablet has a backlit keyboard, the average tablet does not. 9.8% of tablets offer a backlit keyboard.
  • 1 more microphone/s
    This tablet has more microphones than the average tablet (2 vs 1). The average tablet has 1 microphones.
    2 vs 1
  • 4.08 MP lower front camera megapixels
    This tablet has less front camera megapixels than the average tablet (0.9 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has 5 MP front camera resolution.
    0.92 MP vs 5 MP
  • No USB Type-C
    This tablet lacks a USB Type-C port, the average tablet includes one. 53.4% of tablets use USB Type-C.
  • 3 hours shorter battery life
    This tablet offers shorter battery life than the average tablet (7 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    7 hours vs 10 hours
  • Shorter update support
    This tablet offers shorter update support than the average tablet (short vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.
    short vs medium
  • Less advanced operating system
    This tablet runs on a less advanced operating system than the average tablet (Windows vs Android). Operating system choice shapes app support, updates, and ecosystem features.
    Windows vs Android
  • No LTE support
    This tablet does not support LTE, the average tablet does. 63.2% of tablets support LTE.
  • 150 nits lower typical brightness
    This tablet has a lower typical brightness than the average tablet (250 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    250 nits vs 400 nits
  • 151 nits lower peak brightness
    This tablet has a lower peak brightness than the average tablet (250 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits peak brightness.
    250 nits vs 401 nits
  • 6.69x more expensive
    Vaio Z Canvas (8GB + 256GB) is more expensive than the average tablet (£1,740 vs £260).
    £1,740 vs £260
  • 43.5% worse value for money
    Vaio Z Canvas (8GB + 256GB) has worse value for money than the average tablet (4.95 vs 7.1).
    4.95 vs 7.1
  • 29.2% lower user score
    User score
    6.2/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
    ▼
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Vaio Z Canvas
    the average tablet
    Vaio Z Canvas (8GB + 256GB) has a lower user score than the average tablet (6.19 vs 8.000).
    6.19 vs 8
  • No big.LITTLE architecture
    This tablet does not use a big.LITTLE architecture, the average tablet does. 51.3% of tablets use a big.LITTLE architecture.
  • 69.2% slower GPU clock
    This tablet has a lower GPU frequency than the average tablet (200 MHz vs 650 MHz). The average tablet has GPU frequency of 650 MHz.
    200 MHz vs 650 MHz
  • 57.1% larger process node
    This tablet uses a larger process node than the average tablet (22 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet uses a process node of 14 nm.
    22 nm vs 14 nm
  • 266 MHz slower RAM speed
    This tablet has a lower RAM speed than the average tablet (1,600 MHz vs 1,866 MHz). The average tablet has RAM speed of 1,866 MHz.
    1,600 MHz vs 1,866 MHz
  • 150 nits lower typical brightness
    This tablet has a lower typical brightness than the average tablet (250 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    250 nits vs 400 nits
  • 151 nits lower peak brightness
    This tablet has a lower peak brightness than the average tablet (250 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits peak brightness.
    250 nits vs 401 nits
  • Lower contrast ratio
    This tablet has a lower contrast ratio than the average tablet (570:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet has a contrast ratio of 1015:1.
    570:1 vs 1,015:1
  • Less durable display glass
    This tablet uses weaker display glass than the average tablet (Tempered Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass). Display glass choice still varies across tablets.
    Tempered Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass
  • 4.08 MP lower front camera megapixels
    This tablet has less front camera megapixels than the average tablet (0.9 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has 5 MP front camera resolution.
    0.92 MP vs 5 MP
  • No continuous video AF
    This tablet does not support continuous video AF, the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets support continuous video autofocus.
  • No manual white balance
    This tablet does not allow manual white balance adjustments, the average tablet does. 51.6% of tablets include white balance controls.
  • No BSI sensor
    This tablet lacks a BSI sensor, the average tablet has one. 52.6% of tablets use BSI sensors for better low-light shots.
  • 3 hours shorter battery life
    This tablet offers shorter battery life than the average tablet (7 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    7 hours vs 10 hours
  • No USB Type-C
    This tablet lacks a USB Type-C port, the average tablet includes one. 53.4% of tablets use USB Type-C.
  • No LTE support
    This tablet does not support LTE, the average tablet does. 63.2% of tablets support LTE.
  • No cellular module
    This tablet does not have a cellular module, the average tablet does. 59.3% of tablets include a cellular module.
  • No face recognition
    This tablet does not have face recognition, the average tablet does. 56% of tablets support face recognition.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This tablet uses an older Bluetooth version than the average tablet (4.1 vs 5). The average tablet uses Bluetooth 5.0.
    4.1 vs 5.0
  • Shorter update support
    This tablet offers shorter update support than the average tablet (short vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.
    short vs medium
  • Less advanced operating system
    This tablet runs on a less advanced operating system than the average tablet (Windows vs Android). Operating system choice shapes app support, updates, and ecosystem features.
    Windows vs Android
  • No picture-in-picture mode
    This tablet does not support picture-in-picture, the average tablet does. 61% of tablets support picture-in-picture.
  • No full-page screenshots
    This tablet does not support full-page screenshots, the average tablet does. 52.5% of tablets support full-page screenshots.
  • 2.47x heavier
    This tablet is heavier than the average tablet (1,211 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    1,211 g vs 490 g
  • 5.7 mm thicker
    This tablet is thicker than the average tablet (13.7 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8.0 mm thick.
    13.7 mm vs 8.0 mm
  • 125.7 mm wider
    This tablet is wider than the average tablet (301 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    301 mm vs 175.3 mm
  • 4 older release date
    This tablet is an older model than the average tablet (2015 vs 2019).
    October 2015
    2015 vs 2019

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

8.0
Andrew Marc David
≈ estimated
27/02/2016
Hands-on review · pen, battery and lap use
Verdict
Vaio Z Canvas is a buy for digital artists, despite mediocre battery life and an awkward hinge on the lap.
9.0
MobileTechReview
≈ estimated
14/10/2015
Hands-on review · drawing, battery and gaming tests
Verdict
Vaio Z Canvas is expensive, but a powerful high-end tablet that handles most tasks laptops once did.
6.0
BASIC thinking
≈ estimated
07/06/2015
Hands-on review · prototype first look
Verdict
Vaio Z Canvas is very powerful but unfinished, with driver issues and cooling concerns, so it is a niche high-end device.
8.0
Andrew Marc David
≈ estimated
12/02/2016
First impressions · unboxing, first boot and pen test
Verdict
Vaio Z Canvas is a very good Surface Pro 4 competitor, with smooth pen input and a premium feel.
8.0
TheDigitalDigest
≈ estimated
06/10/2015
First look · unboxing and initial impressions
Verdict
Vaio Z Canvas is the most powerful hybrid in its class and best for buyers who need the most performance.
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Not graded yet

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

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cnet.com
17/11/2015
Summary of the review
Vaio Z Canvas review: This Windows tablet is more powerful than a 15-inch MacBook Pro
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wired.com
23/11/2015
Summary of the review
Review: Vaio Z Canvas
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mobiletechreview.com
14/10/2015
Summary of the review
Vaio Z Canvas Review
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fstoppers.com
30/04/2017
Summary of the review
Hands-On Review of the VAIO Z Canvas Tablet Computer as a Mobile Photography Workstation
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postmagazine.com
01/02/2016
Summary of the review
Review: VAIO's Z Canvas
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tabletsforartists.com
06/06/2016
Summary of the review
Vaio Z Canvas: art-centric tablet PC fast as a desktop
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thenoisecast.com
02/12/2016
Summary of the review
Noisey Review: The VAIO Z Canvas
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theverge.com
01/10/2015
Summary of the review
VAIO returns to the US next week with this high-end convertible tablet Do you need technical specifications or driver support links for this specific...
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notebookcheck.com
21/02/2016
Summary of the review
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notebookcheck.nl
21/02/2016
Summary of the review
VAIO Z Canvas (Productoverzicht & Testrapporten)
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Vaio Z Canvas (8GB + 256GB)

  • Extremely high performance for a tablet, comparable to high-end laptops
  • Stunning display with 95% Adobe RGB color gamut coverage, ideal for artists
  • Unique and highly adjustable built-in stand
  • Generous selection of full-sized ports (HDMI, SD card reader, Ethernet)
  • Versatile wireless keyboard that functions as a screen cover and charges magnetically
  • Customizable hardware buttons for quick digital art shortcuts

What customers don't like about Vaio Z Canvas (8GB + 256GB)

  • Very high starting price, making it a niche professional tool
  • Heavier and thicker than competitors like the Surface Pro
  • Subpar battery life, especially during intensive tasks
  • Wireless keyboard lacks backlighting and can be too flexible for use on a lap
  • Noticeable fan noise during high-performance workloads
  • Inconsistent stylus responsiveness reported by some users compared to Wacom or Apple

Verdict

The Vaio Z Canvas (8GB + 256GB) is a high-performance 2-in-1 workstation tablet featuring a 12.3-inch WQXGA+ (2560 x 1704) display with 95% Adobe RGB coverage and a 3:2 aspect ratio. This entry-tier configuration is powered by a quad-core Intel Core i7-4770HQ processor with Intel Iris Pro Graphics 5200, 8GB of non-upgradeable RAM, and a 256GB SATA SSD. Main characteristics include a premium unibody aluminum chassis, a versatile built-in kickstand, and an extensive port selection for a tablet, including two USB 3.0 ports, HDMI, mini DisplayPort, and Gigabit Ethernet. Key pros are its desktop-class processing power for creative professionals and its exceptional color accuracy. However, notable cons include its significant weight (approx. 2.67 lbs for the tablet alone), audible fan noise under heavy loads, a mushy wireless keyboard, and a high original retail price.

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