The Asus 1215N EEE PC Notebook Overview

Having more compact laptops capable of accomplishing basic tasks such as accessing the Internet and checking e-mail is an original advancement of Asus. They weigh less, stay powered longer, and are much less expensive as compared to their counterparts at 14 inches. However, these laptops tend to be slow in operation limiting the use of multitasking particularly when they are running on Windows 7. The battery life was reduced when speedier hardware was utilized in the 1201. The Asus EEE PC 1215N is the successor intending to combine general performance along with value along with better portability.

Benefits

Unlike a number of other mini netbooks, the Asus EEE PC 1215N notebook includes a dual-core Intel Atom D525 processor so that it can better handle slightly more demanding tasks. Third-party applications working alongside will work without problems as a result of 2 GB of RAM MEMORY it comes equipped with. Like its predecessor, the 1215N features the NVIDIA ION GPU which enables you to play back 1080p content through HDMI without hiccups. Surprisingly it does a good job playing even some of the 3D video games. Even though you will need to tone down many games to their lowest settings, the general overall performance far exceeds most integrated graphics solutions. A great deal of power isn't used with the integrated graphics used with portable notebooks, and that helps with no socket around to plug into. The Intel GMA 3150 is the default GPU, a nice characteristic of the 1215N. As soon as a demanding app is launched, the technology promptly goes over to the NVIDIA ION. As a result normal usage time for the 1215N is 5 hours.

More pixels derive from the 12. 1 inch screen. With a 1366 by 768 resolution, virtually all programs should work alright and there should be plenty of room to organize your workspace. At an excellent 96% of the full size, the key board enables touch typists to type with very minor adjustments. It contains 2 typical 2. 0 USB ports and a 3. 0 port giving compatible external hard drives a serious boost in speed.

Drawbacks

The Asus EEE PC 1215N notebook is a bit heavier than other netbook computers. It's scaled-down dimensions causes it to be less bulky if traveling, and it weighs under 3 and a half lbs. This touchpad could also benefit from some improvement in terms of user friendliness. Loud clicks as well as resistance are met with the buttons. It might be effective to use a computer mouse due to this.

Conclusion

Without lowering efficiency for all the important apps, and even the occasional Warcraft, the Asus EEE PC 1215N notebook compares extremely favorably to others, that though they can run for 8 - 10 hours without needing charging, are generally less app-friendly. The 1215N is more functional when compared to a tablet computer, and the selling price is certainly under $500.