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    Which netbook should I get?

    Discussion in 'Asus' started by nfshp253, Oct 16, 2010.

  1. nfshp253

    nfshp253 Notebook Evangelist

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    Hi, I'm fed up with my slow Eee PC 900 and have just sold it off to another person. I am now looking for a replacement netbook. I would appreciate it if it has at least a CPU that runs at 1.66GHz and above, and I would especially like it if it has a dual-core Atom. I am also looking for one that has a higher resolution display (not the terrible 1024x600) and also one that has more juice than an integrated Intel Graphics Chipset; NVIDIA ION (or ION 2) would be best!

    Any suggestions for under US$600?
    I am in Singapore so it would be best if you guys could recommend something that is more probably on sale here!

    I quite like the Samsung NB30 because it has a touchscreen, but the graphics are Intel!

    I like ASUS quality but can't seem to find one to suit my needs. Must be not larger than 10.1"!

    Please help!
     
    nfshp253, Oct 16, 2010
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  2. Hasib1522

    Hasib1522 Notebook Evangelist

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    Acer Aspire 521 is worth a look.
     
    Hasib1522, Oct 16, 2010
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  3. Jayayess1190

    Jayayess1190 Waiting on Intel Cannonlake

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    EEE 1018P1.66GHz Single Core N455, USB 3.0, Bluetooth 3.0.

    EEE 1015PEM 1.5GHz Dual Core N550, Bluetooth 3.0, USB 3.0.
     
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    nfshp253 Notebook Evangelist

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    Hmm, the Aspire 521 seems very attractive. I also like the Eee 1015PEM since it's dual core. But that hasn't got any graphics juice. I'll try to find the Aspire 521 in stores and see how it runs! Thanks!
     
    nfshp253, Oct 16, 2010
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