Product Details
- Amazon Sales Rank: #1927 in Personal Computers
- Brand: Vizio
- Model: CT15-A2
- Released on: 2012-06-27
- Dimensions: .68" h x
9.90" w x
14.90" l,
3.96 pounds
- CPU: Core i7-3517U 1.9 GHz
- Memory: 4GB DDR3 SDRAM
- Hard Disk: 0GB
- Display size: 15.6
Features
- Intel Core_i7_3517U Processor 1.9GHz
- 4 GB DDR3 RAM
- 256GB Hard Drive
- 15.6-Inch Screen
- Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit
VIZIO Thin and Light CT15-A2 15.6-Inch Laptop
Product Description
With uncompromising performance, and premium picture and audio quality in a remarkably thin profile, the VIZIO Thin + Light is the Ultrabook™ that’s impossible to ignore. But don’t let its thin profile fool you - it outperforms notebooks twice its size. The high-performance 15.6" models each sport a Full HD or HD+ display and premium SRS sound for the best entertainment experience. Powered by the latest Intel Core processors, the VIZIO Thin + Light uses instant-on, flash-based SSD drives for speedy boot-ups and includes Microsoft Signature for fast performance right out of the box. If good things come in small packages, this must be the best there is.
Customer Reviews
Most helpful customer reviews
20 of 21 people found the following review helpful.
By ewreck
The 15.6 inch Vizio Thin & Light is simply flawless. It is the best designed PC I have ever seen. I love the fact that the screen is 1080p and is matte. The surface is finger print proof and the body feels really durable. The only minor complaint is that the track pad isn't as amazing as the MacBook track pad. But in comparison to other PCs, this laptop probably has one of the better track pads. The keyboard may look a bit awkward, but after trying it and seeing in person, I am simply amazed. Typing is so easy and smooth. However, it might be a little loud compared to other laptops. The bottom has a soft rubber touch, making it easier to grip. The camera is probably one of the best cameras I've ever seen on a laptop. It shoots in 720p. The audio system is crisp and loud. I'd say that it is even better than the Beats Audio in my HP laptop. It does not offer a SD slot, but that should not deter people from buying this laptop. It is simply sleek, fast, and beautiful. Good job Vizio.
24 of 26 people found the following review helpful.
By aklawrence
A beautiful laptop with a lot of issues. The laptop looks great and the screen is very clear. One of the only 1080p ultrabooks with a TPM chip so it works well from a corporate security standpoint. Very quick startup time and overall seems quick and responsive both when in use as well as startup/shutdown. Windows 8 is incredibly fast and 7 is not that far behind. One other plus is the support. So far I've gotten two quick responses through their live chat. Both responses weren't helpful, but it is nice to get someone quickly that can at least confirm your issue.Some of problems I have with the laptop so far:Battery life not as good as advertised. Mild use is closer to the 3.5-4 hour range.Abbreviated keyboard. I'm not sure why with all the room on both sides of the keyboard they decided to leave off the PgUp, PgDn, Home and End keys. I use Alt+Home all day long in browsers and the other keys for word processing and general navigation.Trackpad. Like most other people are saying, the trackpad is a nightmare. The cursor constantly jumps around or locks on to a part of the screen you are not trying to select. Updated the driver, turned off the tap to select and it's still frustrating. I also had the cursor become completely unresponsive a few times already to the point I had to logout and back in to get it to work again.For some odd reason they partitioned out the hard drive in a way that makes it difficult to carve out space for another OS. Multiple recovery partitions and a dedicated partition for the hibernation file prohibit adding any additional partitions. You can work around it by disabling hibernation and deleting the file and then reenabling it later on but tech support had no idea what I was talking about and couldn't give me a reason they needed multiple partitions for recovery.Also, there are zero accessories for this device. That may seem like an after thought, but they literally do not sell A/C adapters yet. I checked with support to see about purchasing an additional adapter so I can have one for work and one for home but they do not sell them yet and do not have a timeframe for when they will. I asked what I would do if I lost mine and the answer was literally, "we will see what we can do."Based on all these faults and the relatively high price, I would not recommend this to anyone.
11 of 11 people found the following review helpful.
By Eric Cheung
First I like to say you can probably go to the Microsoft store and buy this. I bought this last weekend and there was a promo going on 20% off anything over a $1,000. So my laptop after tax was only a grand. Bought the two year insurance to go with it and after tax i paid 1250. Not to shabby.I thought long and hard before I bought this laptop. I wanted all the reason to buy a Mac and to hate the vizio. I was comparing the Macbook Pro 13& 15inc & Air 13 inc, Samsung Series 9, Sony Z series. For the best bang for your buck. I choose the Vizio. Higher resolution then all 3, 1080p HD. Faster processor 1.9 i7. Yes many can argue the retina is better and higher. But be reminded your paying $2,200. There is a full HDMI on the ultra book. I know many normal laptops have the hdmi but for an ultra book Vizio its one of the few. But I believe it will become standard soon and other companies will follow.Pros-1. Fast!!! Boots up super quick2. Screen is super nice, 1080p. Very nice viewing angles. I came from a 13 Inch Macbook and now I have a 15 and I cant go back.3. Keyboard is wide, keys are shallow. (I can adapt to that)4. The speakers are fair. Their pretty loud5. When you adjust the brightness, it's bright!6. 256 SSD for 1k. I'm not sure where you can find another laptop in that range. At least not yet.Cons-1. TRACK PAD!!! I came from a macbook, and even the macbook feels better. Trying to adjust. If I plug a mouse I know it will work fine, but I wish the track pad would be better.2. No keyboard lights (I can live with, would have been nice)3. No SD card slot (But I honestly don't remember the last time I used one, the adapter is only 10 bucks on amazon)Conclusion:Great machine for the price. The main reason I purchase the Vizio is because for Macbook Pro 15 Inch i would have had to pay 1800. Macbook Air to upgrade to the same specs would have been 1600. Samsung Series 9 with 256 would have cost 1700 (700 difference) And I heard their software takes up like 40 GB off the bat. Sony was like 1700 too. For me it came down to price and not brand. Many may argue you get what you pay. But right now I'm getting a lot for my buck. So I'm paying like 700 bucks less then most competitors. Yes I'm taking a risk with a new line. But that's why I have insurance. My biggest con will be the track pad. Coming from mac I almost cant stand it!!! I'm still adjusting. But this Vizio is a beast!Enjoy
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