Asus Eee PC 1201N Overview
The Asus Eee PC 1201N is the first netbook on the market that comes with Intel dual core Atom N330 CPU and NVIDIA Ion graphics. Its specification is by far the best in the netbook market, listed as below:
- 1.6GHz Intel Atom Dual Core N330 Processor
- 2GB DDR2 RAM, 2 x SODIMM Slot, 8GB Max
- 250GB SATA Hard Drive (5400RPM) + 500GB Free Web Storage
- NVidia ION Platform
- Windows 7 Home Premium Operating System (32 Bit)
- Bluetooth; Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n
- 0.3MP Webcam
Review Roundup
As expected, the performance of the Eee PC 1201N is very good, especially when it comes to video processing, due to the NVIDIA ION graphics and a good list of components being put together in this netbook. The dual core Atom processor also provides a boost when it comes to multitasking or running applications that can take advantage of multiple cores. According to Hot Hardware test, the Eee PC 1201N outperforms the lower cost HP Mini 311 in graphics and overall performance thanks to the dual core Atom CPU.
In terms of design, the Eee PC 1201N is similar to other Eee PCs with ASUS’s Seashell design. The only difference is that it has a comfortable full-size chiclet keyboard. The touchpad support multitouch and is extremely accurate and pleasant to use.
There is one drawback for this netbook though – it has a shorter battery life. While the netbook has an excellent performance, it’s draining up the battery much faster than other netbooks. The Eee PC 1201N’s 6-cell battery helped it last 3 hours and 53 minutes on the LAPTOP Battery Test, which involves continuous surfing over Wi-Fi. Engadget gets 2.5 hours in their video playback test. This is considerably shorter than most other netbooks out there.
Video Review
Engadget’s test on the Eee PC 1201N:
Gaming test on Asus Eee PC 1201N by blogee:
Availability
The Asus Eee PC 1201N is currently available for pre-order on Amazon for $499.99, and will start shipping on 15 January 2010. It’s available in 2 colors: black
and silver
.
Conclusion
The Asus Eee PC 1201N is currently the most powerful machine in the netbook range. If battery life isn’t your top priority, it could be the best choice for those who’s looking for a netbook capable of playing HD video and games like World of Warcraft.
Source: Amazon, Engadget, Laptop Magazine, Hot Hardware, Notebook review
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