The folks at LaptopMag have published two new netbook reviews on their site – one for the Lenovo IdeaPad S10-3t and one for the Samsung N210.
The Lenovo IdeaPad S10-3t is a convertible netbook with the following specs:
- Intel Atom N470 processor clocked at 1.83GHz
- Intel GMA 3150 graphics
- 2GB of RAM
- 250GB 5400RPM SATA HDD
- 10.1 inch 1024 x 600 resolution display
- 802.11 b/g/n Wi-Fi
- Bluetooth 2.1 connectivity
- Windows 7 Home Premium 64 bit
- Ethernet
- Headphone/Microphone
- VGA port
- 2 USB ports
- 6 in 1 media card reader
A convertible netbook seems like a wonderful idea – except when you consider the Atom-processor really isn’t up to snuff with touch-operations. Here’s the verdict from LaptopMag:
”The S10-3t does some things right. It’s fairly light for a convertible, offers accurate touch input, and it has a comfortable keyboard. And, provided you get the 8-cell battery, you’ll see 7 hours of unplugged computing time. However, this machines’ sluggish performance and weak wireless range hold it back. If you want a netbook with touch capability, the S10-3t is worth considering, but this netvertible didn’t quite live up to our expectations.”
Read more of the review here.
Meanwhile, the Samsung N210 is the latest addition to Samsung’s fine lineup of netbook systems. The N210 is a Pinetrail enabled netbook featuring a unique scratch-resistant finish and instant-on capability with a widget-based user interface. Specs to the N210 include:
- Intel Atom N450 processor
- 1 – 2 GB of RAM
- 250GB 5400RPM SATA HDD
- 10.1 inch 1024 x 600 resolution display
- Intel GMA 3150 graphics
- 802.11 b/g/n Wi-Fi
- Windows 7 Starter
- Ethernet
- Headphone and microphone port
- VGA port
- 3 USB ports
- 3 in 1 media card reader
What’s the verdict?
“The Samsung N210 offers solid overall performance, close to 7 hours of battery life, and an attractive design. We also like the matte screen and loud speakers. However, this machine faces stiff competition from the ASUS Eee PC 1001P, which costs $80 less and lasts nearly 90 minutes longer on a charge. And the $399 Toshiba mini NB305 offers a better touchpad/mouse button combo and longer endurance for not much more money. The N210 is good, but it’s not the best.”
$379 is a tough sell when you consider the competition is either cheaper or offering better battery life. Come on Samsung – get back into the ballgame here. Read more of the review here.
