Samsung N120 Review Roundup

Samsung N120 Overview
From Samsung NC10 to N110 and now N120, the 10-inch netbook from Samsung is getting better each generation.

Inside this machine, you will find the exactly same components as in N110: an Intel Atom N270 processor running at 1.6GHz, 1 GB of RAM, 160GB hard drive, and other standard features such as the standard 802.11g Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 2.0, integrated 1.3-megapixel webcam, etc..

What makes the Samsung N120 different from its predecessor are:

  • Extended Chasis: The Samsung N120 is about half an inch wider than the N110 model, but almost identical in depth and height.
  • Larger Keyboard: The wider Chasis allowed Samsung to implement a full-size keyboard, with similarly-sized keys to those on a 12-inch ultaportable notebooks
  • Better Audio: Samsung has moved the speakers to either side of the 10.1-inch screen and added a subwoofer on the left side edge of the body, making the N120 the first 2.1-speaker netbook we know of.
  • Visual changes: The glossy design of the N110 is now replaced with the semi-matte finish that’s more fingerprint proof. It requires less maintenance and won’t show up scratches as easily.

Below are the detail specification of Smasung N120:

  • Intel Atom N270 processor (1.60GHz)
  • 1GB RAM
  • 160GB 5400RPM hard drive (Samsung HM160HI)
  • 10.1-inch widescreen display (1024×600) with LED backlighting
  • Intel GMA 950 integrated graphics
  • 6-cell Li-ion battery (5200mAh)
  • 1.3 Megapixels Webcam
  • Ethernet, 802.11 b/g Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
  • VGA port, headphone/microphone jacks, 3 USB 2.0, SD card reader
  • Windows XP Home Edition
  • Dimensions: 10.71 x 7.4 x 1.17 inches (W x D x H)
  • Weight: 2.8 lbs

Samsung N120 Review Roundup
The average rating given by customers on this netbook is 4.5 out of 5. A very good rating indeed. You can read all of the reviews here.

The summary of good and bad of Samsung N120:

Good:

  • Full-size keyboard is a first for 10-inch netbooks
  • Matte exterior means no risk of fingerprint marks on lid
  • Great battery life that last up to 7 hours plus of typical netbook use
  • Great audio quality
  • Crisp, bright and vibrant display
  • Easy access to RAM

Bad:

  • Large screen bezel may annoy some
  • Glossy display is not suitable for outdoor use

Video review of Samsung N120:

Unboxing video of Samsung N120:

Availability
The Samsung N120 with 6-cell battery is currently available on Amazon for $366.16 (lowest price among all other online retailers). There are 2 colors available: black (Samsung N120-12GBK) and white (Samsung N120-12GW).

Price comparison for Samsung N120 netbook is available here.

Conclusion
The Samsung N120 has everything that we would recommend for a netbook: thin, light, large keyboard, long battery life, and great system performance. It’s definitely one of the best 10-inch netbook around.