Asus Eee PC 4G Surf Notebook - Black

Strengths: Light weight. Quiet. Easy to configure and easy tp use.

Weaknesses:Battery life could be a little longer. Keyboard is a little cramped for large hands.

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Toshiba Satellite A205-S5804 Notebook

Strengths: The 15.4" Glossy Screen. The Speakers.The most bang for the buck.2 GB of Ram helps a lot !

Weaknesses:Battery Life. It would nice to get at least 4 hours. But I have to recharge after 2.5 hours.

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HP's 2133

The HP 2133 offers several different options than the Eee. Depending upon which pre-configured model you pick, the 2133 ranges anywhere from a $499 system running Linux to a $749 model using Microsoft's Windows Vista Business operating system. The low-end Linux version, which sports a 1GHz CPU and 512MB of RAM--is probably the closest matchup for the Eee. The Vista machine we review here today sits at the top-end with a 1.6GHz CPU and 2GB of RAM.

A little larger than the Eee, the 2133 measures 10.04 inches in length by 6.5 inches in width by 1.05 inches in depth, and every inch counts. This allows for a crisp 8.9-inch display capable of a 1280 by 768-pixel resolution and a comfortable, large keyboard. In fact, considering the device's form factor, this is a perfectly proportioned layout for dainty digits and thick fingers alike.

Panasonic Toughbook W7

The Toughbook CF-W7 can withstand small spills and up to 200 pounds of pressure; weighs the same as a MacBook Air; WWAN options are available.

Bulky and ugly; ports and connections are not protected; ho-hum performance; dated 4:3 aspect display; circular touchpad is difficult to use.


Price as reviewed / Starting price :$2,099

Processor :1.06GHz Intel Core 2 Duo U7500

Memory :2GB, 533MHz DDR2

Hard drive :80GB 5,400rpm

Chipset :Intel GM965

Graphics :Mobile Intel Express 965GM (integrated)

Operating System :Windows Vista Business

Dimensions (WDH) :10.6 x 8.2 x 1.6-2.25 inches

Screen size (diagonal) :12.1 inches

System weight / Weight with AC adapter :3.0 / 3.9 pounds

Category :Ultraportable

Apple's enticingly thin MacBook Air

Manufacturer: Apple Inc.
Part number: MB003LL/A

General
System Type :Notebook
Built-in Devices :Speaker, Bluetooth antenna, Wireless LAN antenna
Width :12.8 in
Depth :8.9 in
Height :0.7 in
Weight :3 lbs
Notebook type :Ultraportable (Under 4 lbs.)
Screen type :Wide-screen
Wireless capabilities :802.11a, Bluetooth, 802.11 pre-N, 802.11g, 802.11b

Processor
Processor :Intel Core 2 Duo 1.6 GHz
Multi-Core processor technology :Dual-Core
64-bit processor :Yes
Data bus speed :800 MHz

Cache Memory
Type :L2 cache
Cache size :4 MB

RAM
Installed Size :2 GB / 2 GB (max)
Technology :DDR II SDRAM - 667 MHz
RAM configuration features :Provided memory is soldered

Environmental Parameters
Environmental & energy standards compliance :EPA Energy Star
Min Operating Temperature :50 °F
Max Operating Temperature :95 °F
Humidity Range Operating :0 - 90%

Storage Controller
Storage controller type :IDE

Storage
Floppy Drive :None
Hard Drive :80 GB - 4200 rpm
Storage Removable :None
Hard drive type :Portable
Optical Storage
Type :None

Optical Storage (2nd)

2nd optical storage type :None

Display
Display Type :13.3 in TFT active matrix
Max Resolution :1280 x 800 ( WXGA )
Widescreen Display :Yes
Features :Glossy, LED-backlit

Video
Graphics Processor / Vendor :Intel GMA X3100
Video Memory :Dynamic Video Memory Technology 4.0
Max Allocated RAM Size :144 MB

Audio
Audio output type :Sound card
Audio Input :Microphone

Notebook Camera

Camera Type :Integrated

Input Device(s)

Input device type :Trackpad, Backlit keyboard
Features :Multi-touch technology

Telecom

Modem :None

Networking

Networking :Network adapter
Networking / Wireless LAN Supported :Yes
Data link protocol :IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, Bluetooth 2.1 EDR, IEEE 802.11n (draft)
Networking standards :IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, Bluetooth 2.1, IEEE 802.11n (draft)

Expansion / Connectivity
Expansion Slots Total (Free) :Memory
Interfaces - USB 2.0, 1 x Hi-Speed USB - VGA - 4 pin USB Type A, 1 x Headphones - Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, 1 x Display / video - Apple micro-DVI

Miscellaneous
Included Accessories :Cleaning cloth
Cables Included :Micro-DVI-DVI adapter, Micro-DVI-VGA adapter
Features :Ambient light sensor
Compliant Standards :EPA Energy Star

Power
Power device form factor :External
Voltage Required :AC 120/230 V

Battery
Technology :Lithium polymer
Installed Qty :1
Battery capacity :37 Wh
Mfr estimated battery life :5 hour(s)

Manufacturer Warranty

Service & support type :1 year warranty
Service & Support Details :Limited warranty - 1 year, Technical support - Phone consulting - 90 days

Operating System / Software
OS Provided :Apple MacOS X 10.5
Software :Front Row, Apple iCal, Apple iChat, Photo Booth, Apple Safari, Apple Spaces, Apple iLifeí08, Apple Boot Camp, Apple Dashboard, Apple QuickTime, Apple Spotlight, Apple DVD Player, Apple Quick Look, Apple Address Book, Apple Time Machine, Apple Mac OS X Mail, Drivers & Utilities, Apple XCode Developer Tools

Apple MacBook Air (80GB)

Manufacturer: Apple Inc.
Part number: MB003LL/A

General
System Type :Notebook
Built-in Devices :Speaker, Bluetooth antenna, Wireless LAN antenna
Width :12.8 in
Depth :8.9 in
Height :0.7 in
Weight :3 lbs
Notebook type :Ultraportable (Under 4 lbs.)
Screen type :Wide-screen
Wireless capabilities :802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11 pre-N, Bluetooth

Processor
Processor :Intel Core 2 Duo 1.6 GHz
Multi-Core processor technology :Dual-Core
64-bit processor :Yes
Data bus speed :800 MHz

Cache Memory
Type :L2 cache
Cache size ;4 MB

RAM
Installed Size :2 GB / 2 GB (max)
Technology :DDR II SDRAM - 667 MHz
RAM configuration features :Provided memory is soldered

Environmental Parameters
Environmental & energy standards compliance :EPA Energy Star
Min Operating Temperature ;50 °F
Max Operating Temperature :95 °F
Humidity Range Operating :0 - 90%

Storage Controller
Storage controller type :IDE Storage

Floppy Drive :None
Hard Drive :80 GB - 4200 rpm
Storage Removable :None
Hard drive type :Portable
Optical StorageType :None
Optical Storage (2nd)
2nd optical storage type :None

Display
Display Type :13.3 in TFT active matrix
Max Resolution :1280 x 800 ( WXGA )
Widescreen Display :Yes
Features :Glossy, LED-backlit

Video
Graphics Processor / Vendor :Intel GMA X3100
Video Memory :Dynamic Video Memory Technology 4.0
Max Allocated RAM Size :144 MB

Audio
Audio output type :Sound card
Audio Input :Microphone

Notebook Camera
Camera Type :Integrated

Input Device(s)

Input device type :Trackpad, Backlit keyboard
Features LMulti-touch technology

Telecom

Modem :None

Networking
Networking :Network adapter
Networking / Wireless LAN Supported :Yes
Data link protocol ;IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, Bluetooth 2.1 EDR, IEEE 802.11n (draft)
Networking standards :IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, Bluetooth 2.1, IEEE 802.11n (draft)

Expansion / Connectivity
Expansion Slots Total (Free) :Memory
Interfaces - USB 2.0, 1 x Hi-Speed USB - VGA - 4 pin USB Type A, 1 x Headphones - Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, 1 x Display / video - Apple micro-DVI

Miscellaneous
Included Accessories :Cleaning cloth
Cables Included :Micro-DVI-DVI adapter, Micro-DVI-VGA adapter
Features :Ambient light sensor
Compliant Standards :EPA Energy Star

Power
Power device form factor :External
Voltage Required :AC 120/230 V

Battery
Technology :Lithium polymer
Installed Qty :1
Battery capacity :37 Wh
Mfr estimated battery life :5 hour(s)

Manufacturer Warranty
Service & support type :1 year warranty
Service & Support Details ;Limited warranty - 1 year, Technical support - Phone consulting - 90 days

Operating System / Software
OS Provided :Apple MacOS X 10.5
Software :Front Row, Apple iCal, Apple iChat, Photo Booth, Apple Safari, Apple Spaces, Apple iLifeí08, Apple Boot Camp, Apple Dashboard, Apple QuickTime, Apple Spotlight, Apple DVD Player, Apple Quick Look, Apple Address Book, Apple Time Machine, Apple Mac OS X Mail, Drivers & Utilities, Apple XCode Developer Tools

Asus Eee PC 4G (white)

Manufacturer: ASUSTek Computer Inc.

Part number: EEE PC 4G-WHITE

General
System Type :Notebook
Built-in Devices :Stereo speakers
Width :8.9 in
Depth :6.5 in
Height :1.4 in
Weight :2 lbs
Notebook type :Budget, UMPC, Ultraportable (Under 4 lbs.)
Wireless capabilities :802.11b, 802.11g

Processor
Processor :Intel

RAM
Installed Size :512 MB
Technology :DDR II SDRAM

Storage
Floppy Drive :None
Hard Drive :4 GB Solid State Drive
Storage Removable :None
Hard drive type :Solid state

Optical Storage
Type :None

Display
Display Type :7 in TFT active matrix

Video
Graphics Processor / Vendor :Intel UMA

Audio

Audio output type :Sound card
Audio output compliant standards :High Definition Audio
Audio Input :Microphone

Notebook Camera
Camera Type :Integrated
Notebook Camera / Sensor Resolution :0.3 Megapixel

Multimedia Functionality
TV Tuner Type :None
Input Device(s):Input device type
Keyboard :Telecom
Modem :Fax / modem
Max transfer rate :56 Kbps

Networking
Networking :Network adapter
Networking / Wireless LAN Supported :Yes
Data link protocol :Ethernet, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, Fast Ethernet
Networking standards :IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g

Expansion / Connectivity
Expansion Slots Total (Free) :Memory
Interfaces :1 x Network - Ethernet 10Base-T/100Base-TX - RJ-45, 1 x Modem - Phone line - RJ-11

Miscellaneous
Features :Integrated 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN, Camera

Battery
Technology :4-cell Lithium ion
Installed Qty :1
Mfr estimated battery life :3.5 hour(s)

Operating System / Software
OS Provided :Linux
Software :Drivers & Utilities

Dell XPS M1530

Manufacturer: Dell, Inc.

Part number: DYCWHN1_7

Processor
Processor :Intel Core 2 Duo T8300 / 2.4 GHz

RAM

Installed Size :2 GB
Technology :DDR2 SDRAM

Storage
Hard Drive :160 GB - 5400

Optical Storage
Type :DVD±RW

Display

Display Type :15.4

Video
Graphics Processor / Vendor :NVIDIA GeForce 8400M
Video Memory :128 MB

Operating System / Software
OS Provided :Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium Edition

Lenovo ThinkPad X300

Manufacturer: Lenovo

Part number: X300_DVDRW

PROCESSOR

Processor :Intel Core 2 Duo 1.2 GHz

RAM

Installed Size :2.0 GB

Storage

Hard Drive :64 GB
Hard drive type :Solid state

Operating System / Software

OS Provided :Windows XP Professional