I need help in buying a notebook.?
Question by hottieboy8321: I need help in buying a notebook.?
I have a Dell laptop that is a little old but gets the job done. I needed a netbook so that I can do simple word processing, wireless and that i can take easily around for my home based business. I was looking at the Acer Aspire notebook and the Asus Eee notebook. Which is better?
ACER SPECS: For $ 299.00
Product Features
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Intel® Atom® processor N270
Features a 533MHz frontside bus, 512KB cache and 1.6GHz processor speed.
1GB DDR2 memory
For multitasking power.
Note: Optical drive not included
Optional external DVD-ROM drive available (not included).
8.9″ TFT-LCD widescreen display with 1024 x 600 resolution
For a clear view of your movies and graphics.
160GB SATA hard drive (5400 rpm)
Provides plenty of storage space and fast read/write times.
Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator 950 graphics
For lush images. High-definition audio support.
Built-in 0.3-megapixel webcam
Makes it easy to chat with and send video mail to family and friends.
Digital media reader
Supports Secure Digital, MultiMediaCard, Reduced Size MultiMediaCard, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO and xD-Picture Card and lets you easily transfer digital photos from your digital camera.
3 high-speed USB 2.0 ports
For fast digital video, audio and data transfer.
Built-in Acer InviLink high-speed wireless LAN (802.11b/g)
So you can easily connect to your local area network or a wireless hotspot.
Built-in Ethernet LAN with RJ-45 connector
Connects you easily to the Internet.
Weighs 2.4 lbs. and measures just 1.4″ thin
For lightweight portability.
Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition operating system
With Service Pack 3 (SP3) preinstalled for a stable operating platform.
Software package included
With Acer Launch Manager, Adobe Reader and more. Also includes a trial version of Microsoft Office 2007.
Intel, Pentium, Celeron, Centrino, Core, Viiv, Intel Inside and the Intel Inside logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States and other countries.
ASUS SPECS: For $ 279.99
Product Features
Intel® Celeron® processor 353
Features a 400MHz frontside bus, 512KB L2 cache and 900MHz processor speed.
1GB DDR2 SoDIMM memory
For multitasking power, expandable to 2GB.
Note: Optical drive not included
Optional external DVD-ROM drive with USB 2.0 interface available (not included).
8.9″ WSVGA widescreen display
With 1024 x 600 resolution showcases your movies and games in stunning clarity.
160GB Serial ATA hard drive (5400 rpm)
Provides plenty of space for storage.
Internal UMA graphics
With shared system video memory and high definition audio.
Built-in 0.3MP webcam
Lets you video chat with friends and family.
Built-in media reader
Supports Secure Digital and MultiMediaCard formats for fast and easy digital photo transfer.
3 high-speed USB 2.0 ports
Ensure fast digital video, audio and data transfer.
Built-in high-speed wireless LAN (802.11b/g)
Lets you connect to the Internet without wires.
10/100 Mbps Ethernet LAN with RJ-45 connector
Provides easy Internet access.
Weighs only 2.5 lbs. and measures just 1.3″ thin
For lightweight portability.
Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition operating system
Preinstalled for a stable operating platform.
Software package included
With Microsoft Works, Adobe Acrobat Reader and Windows Live.
Intel, Pentium, Celeron, Centrino, Core, Viiv, Intel Inside and the Intel Inside logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States and other countries.
Which one is better? Should i get one of these or just go with a normal laptop? My budget is $ 300.
IDeas?
Best answer:
Answer by pspsilverafro
Here are the differences that matter
Processor speed. Laptop 1 = 1.6GHz, Laptop 2 = 900MHz
Because of this, laptop 2 is automatically out.. don’t buy it.
Other things to note:
There is no disk drive in either notebook.. meaning there is no place to put CD’s or anything.
The screen size is VERY small.. 8.9″ is smaller than you think.
The webcam on each of them is basically unusable.. the picture is going to be a VERY low quality.
So.. if you are choosing between these two mini laptops.. then go with # 1 without a doubt. Laptop #2 is WAY WAY WAY slower.
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