The VAIO FL15 is a standard notebook PC with a 15.6-inch full HD display. With a configuration of Ryzen 3 4300U / 8GB memory / 256GB SSD, the price is 99,800 yen, and it is positioned as an entry (introductory) class among VAIO products.
*This product has already been discontinued.
VAIO FL15
In this article, we will review the design, performance, actual usability, etc. using the actual machine borrowed from the manufacturer.
spec
| OS | Windows 10 Home / Pro |
|---|---|
| display | 15.6 inch 1920 x 1080 matte non-touch |
| CPU | Ryzen 3 4300U (4 cores 4 threads) |
| memory | 8GB LPDDR4x *Onboard |
| storage | 256GB SSD |
| Graphics | Radeon Graphics (Built-in CPU) |
| communication | Wi-Fi 6、Bluetooth 5.1 |
| interface | USB3.0 Type-C (charging / video output compatible) x 1, USB3.0 x 2, HDMI, microSD card slot, headphone terminal |
| biometrics | none |
| size / weight | Width 358.7 x Depth 239.2 x Height 20.5mm / Approx. 1.85kg |
| battery | regarding 7.5 hours |
body design
Body color white.The logo in the center of the top plate is mirror-finished silver.
The bezel and bottom are black.When viewed from the side, it looks like a black and white striped pattern.
The body is made of resin (plastic).The surface has a matte finish with a slightly rough texture, and fingerprint marks are not noticeable at all.
The keyboard surface is white and the letters on the key top are gray
As a 15.6-inch type, the bezel is thin and the display area is clean.
It doesn’t have many interfaces, but it’s well organized.Note that wired LAN is not supported
The power adapter is a round mouth type. Weight is 241g
The speakers are placed on the left and right sides of the bottom. The sound is quite muffled and sounds cheap.The midrange, which includes human voices, is relatively clear, and it can be used without problems for video conferencing and voice calls.
This part is the exhaust port.Exhaust hits the display directly
Air vents on the bottom
size and weight
The body size is 358.7 mm wide and 239.2 mm deep
Size comparison between A4 notebook (pink) and B5 notebook (blue). It is slightly larger than the B4 size, which is the standard size for a 15.6 inch type.
Actual thickness is 20.3mm (excluding protrusions).The numbers are standard, but when you actually hold it in your hand, you get a slim impression.
Body back. The installed height including the rubber feet (projections) on the bottom is 21.9 mm.Doesn’t feel particularly thick when installed
The actual weight is 1.759 kg. It’s lightweight for a 15.6 inch, and it actually feels light when you hold it in your hand
About the display
The screen size is 15.6 inches and the resolution is 1920 x 1080 dots (full HD).It is the most standard combination for a notebook PC.
The image has natural colors, but the screen is a little dark, so it looks like a cool color.It’s not as vivid as a smartphone or tablet, but it can be used without problems for text-centered work.
The screen felt a little dark, but it is a level that does not pose a problem for work
About the keyboard
VAIO FL15 keyboard.Japanese layout does not support backlight
The numeric keypad is not a typical 4-row configuration, but a slightly peculiar 3-row configuration.
The key pitch is 19.05mm and the keystroke is 1.0mm. The space between the keys is sufficient, but the stroke is quite shallow. The click feeling is solid, so you can feel a solid response, but it is not suitable for people who punch their fingers.For people who type with a light touch
The typing sound is audible even with a light force.You may need to be considerate of your surroundings in quiet areas
Lift-up mechanism that lifts the keyboard when the display is opened
The touchpad is a button-separated type that is hard to click by mistake
Benchmark result
Trial machine specs
| CPU | Ryzen 3 4300U |
|---|---|
| memory | 8GB |
| storage | 256GB NVMe SSD |
| Graphics | Radeon Graphics (Built-in CPU) |
*The benchmark test was conducted with the Windows 10 power plan set to “VAIO recommended settings” and the power adapter connected.
*Benchmark results may vary greatly depending on various factors such as parts configuration, environment, timing, and individual differences.
CPU performance
As a CPU, the old generation Ryzen 3 4300U is used. Since it is already two generations ago, the performance is considerably more modest than the current generation CPU. That said, it can be used without problems for searching the Internet, watching videos, and creating small documents.
CPU performance difference (multi-core performance)
| CPU | CINEBENCH R23 CPU Score |
|---|---|
| Core i7-1280P |
12396 |
| Ryzen 7 6800U |
10183 |
| Ryzen 7 5825U |
9728 |
| Core i7-1260P |
8447 |
| Ryzen 5 5625U |
7580 |
| Core i7-1250U |
7552 |
| Core i5-1235U |
5989 |
| Core i3-1215U |
5715 |
| Ryzen 3 5400U |
5693 |
| Core i5-1135G7 |
4932 |
| Core i7-1165G7 |
4711 |
| VAIO FL15(Ryzen 3 4300U) |
4009 |
| Core i3-1115G4 |
3378 |
*Final score following running for 10 minutes.Other scores are averages of our site measurements
CPU performance difference (single core performance)
| CPU | CINEBENCH R23 CPU Score |
|---|---|
| Core i7-1280P |
1733 |
| Core i7-1250U |
1726 |
| Core i3-1215U |
1661 |
| Core i7-1260P |
1648 |
| Core i5-1235U |
1648 |
| Core i7-1185G7 |
1484 |
| Ryzen 7 6800U |
1471 |
| Ryzen 7 5825U |
1433 |
| Core i7-1165G7 |
1423 |
| Ryzen 5 5625U |
1404 |
| Core i5-1135G7 |
1349 |
| Core i3-1115G4 |
1329 |
| Ryzen 3 5300U |
1125 |
| VAIO FL15(Ryzen 3 4300U) |
1103 |
*Final score following running for 10 minutes.Other scores are averages of our site measurements
graphics performance
As for the graphics function, Radeon Graphics with built-in CPU is used. Performance is rather low. The effect cannot be expected with games and graphics software. It is for light work only.
GPU performance difference (DirectX 12)
| GPU | 3DMark Time Spy GraphicsScore |
|---|---|
| GTX 1650 |
3241 |
| MX450 |
1996 |
| Iris Xe(Core i7+LPDDR4x) |
1528 |
| Iris Xe(Core i5+LPDDR4x) |
1302 |
| Iris Xe(Core i7+DDR4) |
1149 |
| Radeon (Ryzen 7) |
1000 |
| Iris Xe(Core i5+DDR4) |
977 |
| Radeon (Ryzen 5) |
784 |
| VAIO FL15(Ryzen 3 4300U) |
737 |
| UHD |
407 |
*Other scores are the average values measured on this site.
GPU performance difference (DirectX 11)
| GPU | 3DMark Fire Strike GraphicsScore |
|---|---|
| GTX 1650 |
8513 |
| MX450 |
4900 |
| Iris Xe(Core i7+LPDDR4x) |
4734 |
| Iris Xe(Core i5+LPDDR4x) |
4059 |
| Iris Xe(Core i7+DDR4) |
3420 |
| Radeon (Ryzen 7) |
3384 |
| Radeon (Ryzen 5) |
2652 |
| Iris Xe(Core i5+DDR4) |
2474 |
| VAIO FL15(Ryzen 3 4300U) |
2403 |
| UHD |
1335 |
*Other scores are the average values measured on this site.
The comfort of working with a PC
PCMark10 is a benchmark test that measures the comfort of working with a PC. Since it is intended for common tasks, the tests are relatively lightweight. The trends in each test are “Essentials” (general use) for CPU single-core performance and storage performance, “Productivity” (business use) for CPU multi-core performance and memory performance, and “Digital Contents Creation” (content creation) for multi-core. Performance and storage, GPU performance seems to have a strong influence.
Benchmark test results are not bad. You can see that even the older generation Ryzen 3 4300U can handle light work without any problems. However, it seems that it is still not as good as a high-performance PC.
PCMark 10 benchmark results
| test | Score |
|---|---|
| Essentials (general use) Target value: 4100 |
8605 9477 8362 9667 9418 |
| Productivity (business use) Target value: 4500 |
7269 6534 8253 8530 7927 |
| Digital Contents Creation (content production) Target value: 3450 |
4158 5363 6187 8109 8486 |
*Estimated scorePCMark 10 Official Sitedue to
Comparator specs
battery life
The nominal battery life is regarding 7.5 hours. In general, the nominal value of battery drive time is not the result of measurement assuming actual use, so the drive time tends to be shorter in actual use.
However, when I used the VAIO FL15 to measure the driving time for business work (web browsing, document creation, video chat, etc.) at maximum performance, it went into sleep mode in 7 hours and 40 minutes from the start. Approximately 7.67 hours, which is almost the same as the nominal value. Changing your power plan or screen brightness may extend your battery life even further.
Measurement result of battery driving time
| test method | battery consumption | drive time |
|---|---|---|
| *Nominal value | Small | regarding 7.5 hours |
| Modern Office (business work) | Big | 7 hours 40 minutes |
| Time taken to 50% charge | － | 27 points |
| Time taken to full charge | － | 2 hours 17 minutes |
*For test conditions and measurement methods, please refer toClick here
Cheap and affordable VAIO
*This product has already been discontinued.
Speaking of VAIO, you may have an image of high quality but high price. Certainly, it is a high-end PC that is reasonably priced for mobile use, but the VAIO FL15 is for general households and general users. The price is usually within reach.
However, even so, the CPU is Ryzen 3 4300U and 99,800 yen (price at the time of sale) is not cheap. If it is an overseas manufacturer, the market price will be around 60,000 to 80,000 yen. This model is not a domestic assembly “Azumino FINISH”, so it is for people who value VAIO’s brand and support.
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