Notebook computers today are designed to replace desktops by offering faster processors for heavy multi-tasking, larger memory and storage capacities, and richer features set.
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| Acer Aspire 2930 |
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| Asus F6V |
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| Dell Inspiron 14 |
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| HP TouchSmart TX2 |
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| Lenovo G430 |
Their form factor also can be distinguished by built-in optical drive and an LCD bigger than 10 inches.
On the other hand, netbooks offer optimised access to the Internet for learning, communicating and networking. The design typically does not include any optical drive and its screen tends to be smaller for a lighter, more mobile form factor.
Both notebook and netbook support wireless Internet connectivity, power-saving features and come in stylish chassis designs.
If you are thinking of buying a notebook or netbook, one aspect that you need to pay attention to is warranty and after-sales service.
Notebook
With many models offering powerful features and specifications, your notebook purchase is only limited by your budget. Built to perform heavy applications such as multimedia, gaming and professional tasks, most notebooks come with the latest processors, dedicated graphics and soundcards as well as multiple connectivity and interface options.
Equipped with an optical drive, bigger display and well-spaced keyboard, notebooks tend to be suitable for both professional and personal use.
But there are also models with a 17-inch display and thick form factor that tend to weigh you down when commuting.
In any case, notebooks offer bigger memory and storage capacities to cater to your future expansion in terms of new applications. This advantage alone makes the notebook worth the extra ringgit you are paying for.
Netbook
Since netbooks usually do not come with a built-in optical drive, choose a model that has more than one USB port for you to plug in an external hard disk to expand your storage capacity, external optical drive to play your collection of CDs and DVDs, and other devices such as flash drives and chargers.
Another feature to look out for is built-in card reader. The more card types the model can support, the better.
But with several USB ports on board, you can opt to connect an external card reader to the netbook and still be able to transfer your files from your camera, cameraphone, camcorder, Walkman and similar devices.
Other features to look out for include built-in Webcam and speakers, comfortable keyboard and touchpad, and pre-loaded anti-virus.
At events such as PC Fair, retailers may throw in items such as a mouse, USB hub, flash drive and extra battery into the package.
As netbooks are tailored for Wi-Fi surfing on the go, battery life tends to play a big role in the buying decision.
Another buying consideration is the operating system. As manufacturers try to lower the retail price, open source operating systems such as Linux make a viable option.
Acer Aspire 2930
Enquiries: C-Zone Sdn Bhd (03-21458841)
Price: RM2,458 Dimensions: 305mm by 230mm by 36mm Weight: 2kg Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo T6400 2GHz OS: Windows Vista Home Basic Display: 12.1-inch WXGA 1,280 by 800 pixels Memory: 1GB DDR2 Storage: 250GB Optical drive: Superdrive Graphics: NA Connectivity: Wireless LAN 802.11b/g/Draft n, Bluetooth 2.1+EDR Other features: Webcam, Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint solution, Dolby-certified surround sound system support
Asus F6V
Enquiries: Tan Boon Heong Sdn Bhd (03-22825516)
Price: RM3,988 Dimensions: 316mm by 233mm by 35mm Weight: 1.87kg Processor: Intel Centrino 2 Core 2 Duo P8600 (2.4GHz) OS: Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium Display: 13.3 WXGA LCD Memory: 4GB DDR2 RAM Storage: 320GB HDD Optical drive: DVD Super Multi-Double Layer Graphics: ATI Radeon HD3470 256MB Connectivity: Bluetooth, Wi-Fi 802.11n Other features: 1.3-megapixel Webcam
Dell Inspiron 14
Enquiries: Dell Malaysia (1-800-880-492)
Online price: RM1,999 Dimensions: 333mm by 32mm (front)/39 (back) by 244mm Weight: 2.03kg
Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo T6400 (2GHz) OS: Microsoft Windows Vista Basic Display: 14.1 WXGA Memory: 2GB DDR2 SDRAM Storage: 250GB Optical drive: DVD burner Graphics: Intel Integrated Graphics Media Accelerator X3100 Connectivity: 802.11g, Wireless 360 Bluetooth module Other features: Integrated stereo sound
HP TouchSmart TX2
Enquiries: HP Malaysia Customer Careline (1-800-888-588) Price: From RM3,999 Dimensions: 224mm by 306mm by 313-387mm Weight: 1.96kg Processor: AMD Athlon X2 Dual-Core Processor QL-60 (1.9GHz, 1MB L2 Cache) OS: Genuine Windows Vista Home Premium Display: 12.1-inch WXGA high-definition HP Brightview Wide Touchscreen Display (1,280 by 800) Memory: 800DDR2/max to 4GB DDR2 Memory Storage: 320GB Graphics: ATI Radeon HD 3200 Graphics with 64MB DDR2 Display Cache Optical drive: DVD+/-RW Double Layer Drive with LightScribe Connectivity: Bluetooth, 802.11a/g/n, Integrated 10/100/1000 Gigabit LAN Other features: Integrated Pavilion Webcam, mic, remote control, ringerprint reader
Lenovo G430
Enquiries: Think Products Malaysia (03-76818000 - Marketing Department) Price: From RM1,799 Dimensions: 334mm by 239mm by 30-36mm Weight: 2.4kg Processor: Intel Pentium Dual-Core T4200 (2GHz/800MHz/1MB L2 Cache) OS: PC DOS Display: 14.1-inch widescreen WXGA glossy Memory: 1GB DDR2 RAM Storage: 320GB SATA HDD
Optical drive: DVD Super Multi-Burner Graphics: Intel Media Graphics Accelerator X4500
Connectivity: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth Other features: One Key Recovery/Veriface (face-recognition technology), 1.3-megapixel Webcam
Sony Vaio CS VGN-CS23G/P
Enquiries: Sony Malaysia (1-300-881-233)
Price: RM3,288 Dimensions: 336mm by 29-40mm by 245mm Weight: 2.6kg Processor: Intel Pentium Processor T4200 (2GHz) OS: Genuine Windows Vista Home Premium Display: 14.1-inch WXGA display (1,280 by 800) Graphics: Mobile Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 4500MHD Memory: 2GB DDR2 SDRAM, 250GB (Serial ATA, 5,400rpm) Storage: 60GB (Ultra ATA/100, 4,200rpm) Optical drive: DVD+/-RW+/-R DL/RAM drive Connectivity: Wireless LAN 802.11b/g/Draft n, Bluetooth 2.1+EDR
Other features: Glowing Luminous LED, Touch Sensor, 1.3-megapixel Motion Eye camera, Intel high-definition audio
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