Thorough benchmark review of the 'VAIO SX14-R │ ALL BLACK EDITION': A high-performance PC capable of handling games, video editing, and image generation AI.
The VAIO SX14-R , the first Copilot+ PC in the VAIO series and a 14-inch notebook PC, was announced on April 23, 2026. We were able to borrow the ' VAIO SX14-R │ ALL BLACK EDITION, ' a special model equipped with a more powerful CPU than the standard model, so we ran benchmark tests and measured the noise level and temperature under heavy load.
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The VAIO SX14-R │ ALL BLACK EDITION is a special model with an all-black exterior and keyboard. The specifications of the model I borrowed are as follows.
| Model | VAIO SX14-R │ ALL BLACK EDITION |
|---|---|
| OS | Windows 11 Pro |
| processor | Intel® Core™ Ultra X7 Processor 358H |
| storage | 2TB PCIe Gen5 SSD |
| RAM | 64GB |
Details about the exterior and ports are summarized in the following article.
Review of the jet-black 14-inch PC 'VAIO SX14-R │ ALL BLACK EDITION' - GIGAZINE
Before running the benchmark test, change the power mode to 'Optimal Performance' in Windows settings.
You can also customize the operating mode in the settings app called 'VAIO Settings,' so I'll set it to 'Performance Priority.' This will allow me to get the best possible performance.
First, I ran the storage speed test app '
The following are the results of testing CPU performance using the popular benchmark app ' Geekbench 6 '. The single-core score was 2837 and the multi-core score was 16292.
We also performed a GPU computing performance test. The OpenCL score was 55532.
The score in Vulkan was 58786.
The Intel® Core™ Ultra X7 Processor 358H features a high-performance integrated GPU called the ' Intel® Arc™ B390 GPU'. When tested in the '
The score at '1920x1080 Maximum Quality' was 7882. This is very high performance for an integrated GPU, and it can play major games.
We ran the benchmark app '
The CPU score is 36571.
The 2D graphics score is 816.
The 3D graphics core is 9540. The high performance of the Intel® Core™ Ultra X7 Processor 358H is outstanding.
The memory score is 3718.
The storage score is 98652. Overall, it's clear that it has significantly higher performance compared to previous models and compact mobile models.
To verify performance in real-world tasks as well as benchmark tests, we measured the encoding speed of a 4K video. We used a 4K video file from the short film '
Enable hardware encoding and encode to 3840 x 2160 pixels using H.265.
Encoding was completed in exactly 3 minutes. It can encode 4K video quickly and efficiently, providing sufficient performance for creative tasks.
To test the capabilities of a high-performance GPU, we will run an image generation AI using Intel's AI execution application, '
We will use the '
The generation time was 1 minute and 15 seconds for the first attempt, and 58 seconds for the second. While this is slower than machines with dedicated GPUs, it is very fast for a laptop with an integrated GPU. Thanks to the high-speed SSD, the initial generation, including the 'AI model loading' process, runs smoothly.
The VAIO SX14-R │ ALL BLACK EDITION that I borrowed this time can be equipped with either a standard battery or a high-capacity battery. This time I borrowed the model with the high-capacity battery, so I will test how long the battery lasts. The power mode was set to 'Balanced,' and the power saving function was set to activate when the battery level reached 30%.
In your VAIO settings, set the operating mode for battery power to 'Standard'.
I unplugged the power cord and left it playing
After 15 hours and 12 minutes of video playback, the battery level dropped to 30%, and the power-saving function was activated.
Then, 16 hours and 6 minutes after the video started playing, the battery ran out and the screen went off.
The following graph shows the battery level recorded every minute. It was able to play YouTube videos for over 16 hours, demonstrating its long battery life for everyday tasks.
Charge your VAIO SX14-R │ ALL BLACK EDITION, which has run out of battery, using the included power adapter.
The maximum output of the power adapter is 65W.
The following are the results of recording the battery level progression from 2% to 100% every minute. It charged to 38% in 30 minutes, 69% in 60 minutes, and took 2 hours and 23 minutes to reach 100%.
We also measured the noise level under heavy load. We ran the Final Fantasy XIV: Golden Legacy benchmark in a 15-minute loop and measured the sound level using a
The noise level was around 46 decibels. It's louder than the fan noise of an air conditioner or ventilation fan.
The temperature of each component under heavy load was measured using the '
The exhaust port is at a 50.2-degree angle.
The power adapter temperature was 45.8 degrees Celsius.
After thoroughly testing the VAIO SX14-R │ ALL BLACK EDITION, we found that it boasts high-performance CPU and GPU, making it an undeniably high-spec PC capable of handling creative tasks. The VAIO SX14-R │ ALL BLACK EDITION will be released on May 22, 2026, with pre-orders starting on April 23, 2026. The minimum configuration price at the official online store is 308,000 yen (including tax).
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