Top Ten Netbooks

Due to high demand, there are new netbook models being released to the market almost every month. As a consumer, you may be overwhelmed by the assortment of all the netbook brands/models that are currently available on the market. We understand your challenge and so we are here to help you pick the top ten netbooks which we feel is worth looking into.

ASUS Eee PC Seashell 1005PE-PU17

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asus eee pc 1005pe

The Asus Eee PC 1005PE is the updated version of the popular Eee PC 1005HA which has been topping the chart for quite some time. It comes with Intel Pine Trail platform and N450 processor which give it an extremely long battery life (14 hours according to Asus), and slightly improved performance. Asus has also updated this new model with a chiclet style keyboard which is found to be easier and more comfortable to type on. Find out more about this netbook from the customer reviews and also the review roundup of the Eee PC 1005PE.

Specification

  • 1.66 GHz Intel Atom N450 Processor
  • 1GB DDR2 RAM, 1 SODIMM Slot, 2GB Max
  • 250GB SATA Hard Drive (5400RPM) + 500GB Free Web Storage
  • Chiclet Keyboard
  • 0.3MP Webcam
  • 10.1-Inch Color-Shine 1024X600 WSVGA LCD Display
  • 802.11 b/g/n; Bluetooth Enabled
  • Windows 7 Starter Operating System
  • High Capacity 6 Cell Battery for up to 14 Hours of Battery Life

There’s another lower-end of Eee PC 1005PE, called 1005PE-MU17, which comes with shorter battery life (11 hours), without Bluetooth feature, and of course with lower price.

Overall rating and customer reviews

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Total Customer Reviews: (19) Read Customer Reviews
Seller: Amazon
Eee PC 1005PE-P The 10.1-inch Eee PC 1005PE-P Seashell with Windows 7 Starter shines as the ideal Eee PC for the traveler looking for outstanding wireless connectivity and efficient Eee PC performance. Thanks to the exclusive ASUS Super Hybrid Engine and high-density battery, you can take this mobile phenom wherever you choose and enjoy up to an[Read More]

Toshiba Mini NB305-N310

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The Toshiba Mini NB305 is the second generation of netbook from the company. Not only it has all the great features from the first generation NB205 (ergonomic keyboard, large touchpad, and excellent battery life), it also comes with improved an design (lighter and thinner), and a better speaker which is one of the biggest complain on the NB205.

There are 2 model available: NB305-N310 and NB305-N410. The model that we are recommending in this model is the NB305-N310. Check out one of our previous post, NB305-310 vs NB305-410, for the detailed explanation of the difference between them. If you don’t need a large storage and don’t mind staying with Windows XP, we strongly recommend the the NB305-N310 which is a cheaper model. Check out all the customer reviews here and you will know why. ;) But if you want a netbook with larger storage and running Windows 7, consider NB305-N410 which cost around $50 more.

Rating: 4 out of 5 – Read reviews>>

Specification

  • 1.66GHz Intel N450 Atom Processor
  • 1GB 200-Pin DDR2 SO-DIMM Memory
  • 160GB Serial ATA Hard Disk Drive (5400RPM)
  • 10.1″ LED (16:9) 1024×600 Display
  • Intel Graphics Media Accelerator GMA3150
  • Genuine Windows XP Home (SP3)
  • 11 Hours of Battery Life

Overall rating and customer reviews

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Total Customer Reviews: (17) Read Customer Reviews
Seller: Amazon
Toshiba Mini NB305: Sleeker Design and Improved Battery Life With a new sleeker design and up to 11 hours of battery life rating, the affordable, super-compact Toshiba Mini NB305 weighs less than 3 pounds, is small enough to throw in a purse or bag, and offers a brightly colorful 10.1-inch LED-backlit screen. It features a full-size keyboard for c[Read More]

ASUS Eee PC Seashell 1001P-PU17-BK

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asus eee pc 1001P

Asus Eee PC 1001P-PU17 is one of the new Pine Trail netbook from Asus. The main difference between this model and the 1005PE is:

  • 1005PE has a glossy screen while 1001P has a matte screen
  • 1005PE can have up to 14 hours of battery life (with best configuration) while 1001P have up to 11 hours
  • 1005PE supports 802.11 b/g/n wireless while 1001P supports only 802.11 b/g

For the full comparison between Eee PC 1005PE and Eee PC 1001P, check out this article: Asus Pine Trail Netbooks: Eee PC 1001P vs Eee PC 1005PE. While the Eee PC 1001P comes with slightly lower specification, what we really like about this netbook is the matte display which enable users to use it outdoor without any reflection problem. Also, with a starting price of $299, the 11 hours battery life is pretty decent!

Rating: 5 out of 5 – Read reviews>>

Specification

  • 1.66 GHz Intel Atom N450 Processor
  • 1GB DDR2 RAM, 1 SODIMM Slot, 2GB Max
  • 250GB SATA Hard Drive (5400RPM)
  • 0.3MP Webcam
  • 10.1-Inch Matte 1024X600 WSVGA LCD Display
  • 802.11 b/g
  • Bluetooth Enabled
  • Windows 7 Starter Operating System
  • 6 Cell Battery for up to 11 Hours of Battery Life

There’s another lower-end of Eee PC 1001P, called 1001P-MU17, which comes with lower hard drive space, without Bluetooth feature, and of course lower price.

Overall rating and customer reviews

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Total Customer Reviews: (5) Read Customer Reviews
Seller: Amazon
Eee PC 1001P-P The 10.1-inch Eee PC 1001P-P Seashell with Windows 7 Starter shines as the ideal Eee PC for the traveler looking for outstanding wireless connectivity and efficient Eee PC performance. Thanks to the exclusive ASUS Super Hybrid Engine (SHE) and the new power sipping Intel Atom N450 processor, you can take this mobile phenom whereve[Read More]

ASUS Eee PC 1201N-PU17

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Asus Eee PC 1201N

The Asus Eee PC 1201N is the first and only netbook in the market that comes with Intel dual core Atom N330 CPU (other netbooks usually feature single core Atom processors). Together with the NVIDIA ION graphics, and two-DIMM, dual-channel DDR memory architecture, the Eee PC 1201N is currently the most powerful machine in the netbook range. The battery life of this netbook is however shorter than other netbooks at around 3 to 4 hours. If you like to get a netbook with powerful performance and battery life isn’t your top priority, the Eee PC 1201N is definitely worth considering.

Rating: 4.5 out of 5 – Read reviews>>

Specification

  • 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

Overall rating and customer reviews

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Total Customer Reviews: (31) Read Customer Reviews
Seller: Amazon
Go anywhere in style with the new ASUS Eee PC 1201N. This latest addition to the ASUS Eee PC family marks a radical departure from other netbooks that usually feature single core Atom processors. With its Intel Atom 330 dual core processor, NVIDIA ION graphics, and two-DIMM, dual-channel DDR memory architecture, the Eee PC 1201N has set a new netb[Read More]

Toshiba Mini NB305-N410WH

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Toshiba NB305-N410

Toshiba Mini NB305 is the updated version of the NB205, one of the most popular netbook in 2009.

The new model Toshiba Mini NB305-N410 comes with a few improvements compared to its predecessor. First, it comes with the new Pine Trail platform and Intel Atom N450 processor which gives it a longer battery life (11 hours according to Toshiba). Second, the NB305 has an improved design where the battery no longer sticks out from the back like the NB205 does. And finally, the NB305 is a slightly lighter at only 2.6 pounds.

This particular model, NB305-N410WH, comes with frost white color. It’s also available in Royal Blue, Java Brown, and Onyx Black. Note however that the Onyx black version comes with slightly different specs and is slightly cheaper than this and other model with different colors.

Rating: 5 out of 5 – Read reviews>>

Specification

  • 1.66GHz Intel N450 Atom Processor
  • 1GB 200-Pin DDR2 SO-DIMM Memory
  • 250GB Serial ATA Hard Disk Drive (5400RPM)
  • 10.1″ LED (16:9) 1024×600 Display
  • Intel Graphics Media Accelerator GMA3150
  • Windows 7 Starter Edition 32-bit

Overall rating and customer reviews

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Total Customer Reviews: (17) Read Customer Reviews
Seller: Amazon
Toshiba Mini NB305: Sleeker Design and Improved Battery Life With a new sleeker design and up to 11 hours of battery life rating, the affordable, super-compact Toshiba Mini NB305 weighs less than 3 pounds, is small enough to throw in a purse or bag, and offers a brightly colorful 10.1-inch LED-backlit screen. It features a full-size keyboard for c[Read More]

Acer Aspire One 532h-2588

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The Acer Aspire One 532h is the updated model of the flagship netbook from Acer. It runs on Intel’s Pine Trail platform and the new Atom N450 processor, which gives the machine a longer battery life (8 hours according to Acer). It also has a larger keyboard and trackpad compared to its predecessor, the Aspire One D250. And the best part is, Acer is keeping the price for the new Aspire One low.

Rating: 4 out of 5 – Read reviews>>

Specification

  • 1.66 GHz Intel Atom N450 Processor
  • 1GB DDR2 Memory
  • 160GB SATA Hard Drive (5400RPM)
  • 802.11 b/g/n Wireless Certified
  • 10.1″ WSVGA Acer CrystalBrite LED Display
  • Intel GMA 3150 Graphics
  • Windows 7 Starter
  • Up to 8 Hours of Battery Life

Overall rating and customer reviews

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Total Customer Reviews: (5) Read Customer Reviews
Seller: Amazon
Aspire One AO532h: Go Anywhere Mobility Browse the Web, check email, share photos, keep up with social networks, listen to music and enjoy a wide variety of entertainment with the Aspire One AO532h, which features a small compact design that you can take anywhere. Combining the power of the latest Intel Atom N450 processor and NM10 Express chipset [Read More]

Toshiba Mini NB205-N230

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Toshiba Mini NB205-N230 is the best value netbook among all NB205 netbooks. It comes with Microsoft latest Operating System, Windows 7, 250GB hard drive, and 6-cell battery which provides up to 9 hours of battery life.

Specification

  • 1.66GHz Intel N280 Atom Processor
  • 1GB DDR2 533MHz Memory
  • 250GB 5400RPM SATA Hard Drive
  • Integrated Wi-Fi
  • 10.1″ LED Backlit Display, 1024×600 native resolution (WSVGA)
  • Microsoft Windows 7 Starter (32 bit)
  • 9 Hours of Battery Life

There are however 2 limitation on this netbook: it doesn’t have bluetooth; and it’s available only in one color – Onyx Black. If you couldn’t deal with any of these limitation, then you may choose to go for the more expensive model, NB205-N330, which solve these 2 limitations altogether.

Overall rating and customer reviews

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Seller: Amazon
Small enough to throw in a purse or bag, the affordable, super-compact 10.1-inch Toshiba mini NB205 netbook--which weighs just under 3 pounds--is designed with smart features like a full-sized keyboard and touchpad, long battery life, 3 USB ports (including one Sleep and Charge port) and a hard drive impact sensor that protects your data. You'll al[Read More]

Samsung N140-14B

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Samsung N140

Samsung N140 is the refined version of the popular Samsung NC10. Compare to its predecessor, the Samsung N140 comes with the following improvement:

  • a larger 250GB hard drive
  • pre-installed with Windows 7 Starter Edition
  • Wi-Fi wireless card which is 802.11n compatible

Specification

  • 1.66GHz Intel N280 Atom Processor
  • 1GB Memory
  • 250GB Hard Drive
  • 10.1″ LED Widescreen Display
  • Intel GMA 950 Graphics
  • Microsoft Windows 7 Starter Edition
  • Up to 7.5 Hours of Battery Life

The Samsung N140-14B comes in Sapphire Blue. There’s another model, Samsung N140-14R, which is in Burgundy color.

Overall rating and customer reviews

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If you’ve ever accidentally left your netbook in a hotspot, the Samsung N140 netbook can help you breathe a bit easier. Featuring FailSafe service, you can track your computer and remotely retrieve, encrypt and erase data. Of course, we hope you always keep your Samsung netbook close. You’ll work quickly with features like an Intel Atom N280 pr[Read More]

ASUS Eee PC 1005HA-PU17

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Asus Eee PC 1005HA-PU17

The ASUS Eee PC 1005HA-PU17 is the updated version of the original Eee PC 1005HA. Asus has upgraded the OS to Windows 7, and hard disk space to 250GB on this model.

We already know that the Asus Eee PC 1005HA is one of the best netbook in the market. Now with the new OS and hard drive upgrade, you can expect it to perform even better than before! (The earlier version, Eee PC 1005HA-PU1X, that comes with Windows XP and 160GB is still available but with lower price now)

Specification

  • 1.66GHz Intel Atom N280 Processor
  • 1GB DDR2 RAM, 1 x SODIMM Slot, 2GB Max
  • 250GB SATA Hard Drive (5400RPM)
  • 10.1″ WSVGA 1024×600 LCD Display
  • Bluetooth
  • Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n
  • Windows 7 Starter Operating System (32 Bit)
  • 10.5 Hours of Battery Life

Overall rating and customer reviews

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Seller: Amazon
The Best has just gotten better! - Mobility has Evolved with the Eee PC 1005HA-P. The 10.1-inch Eee PC 1005HA-P Seashell, with Windows 7 Starter Edition and enhanced storage, shines as the ideal netbook for the traveler looking to have it all. It is encased in a smooth pearlescent shell to captivate any onlookers or passers-by. But the Eee PC 10[Read More]

Acer Aspire One AOD250-1633

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Acer Aspire One AOD250-1633

The Acer Aspire One is the flagship netbook from Acer. This particular model, AOD250-1633, is the latest model that comes with Windows 7, 250GB hard drive, and 6-cell battery that provides up to 9 hours of battery life on the go! For students as well as business travellers who like to travel light, the Acer Aspire One AOD250-1633 which weighs only 2.79 pounds would be a great choice!

Specification

  • 1.66GHz Intel N280 Atom Processor
  • 1024MB DDR2 SDRAM Single Channel Memory
  • 250GB SATA Hard Drive (5400RPM)
  • Acer InviLink 802.11b/g/Draft-N Wi-Fi CERTIFIED
  • Windows 7 Starter Operating System
  • 6-cell Li-ion Battery (5800 mAh)
  • 10.1″ WSVGA Acer CrystalBrite LED Display
  • Integrated Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 950

Overall rating and customer reviews

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Seller: Amazon
Browse the Web, check email, share photos, keep up with social networks, listen to music and enjoy a variety of entertainment with the Aspire One AOD250, which features a small compact design that you can take anywhere. Acer makes it easy to stay productive while on the go with the 10.1-inch CrystalBrite LED-backlit screen as well as its excellent [Read More]
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