Most netbooks available today use the GMA950 IGP along with the Intel Atom N270 and 945GSE Chipset. Togther this is the standard Atom platform and provides modest performance at a considerably low price.

We are however, starting to see the emergence of the Intel Atom Z series of CPUs combined with the GMA500 series of Integrated Graphics Processors (IGP).

So what is the difference between the Intel GMA 950 and GMA 500?

The N270+945GSE+GMA950 platform was made specifically for Netbooks. That being a low cost, portable laptop, capable of basic computing functions such as Internet and Email.

The alternative platform is the Intel Atom Z CPU, US15W or ‘Poulsbo’ Chipset, and the GMA 500 IGP. Poulsbo has integrated the Graphics Processor onto the chipset itself, making the entire unit smaller, less power hungry, and capable of fitting into smaller devices such as MIDs.

This was Intel’s intention from the start, to have one platform for Netbooks and another for even smaller computers. What we are starting to see however, is the Atom Z + Poulsbo platform showing up in Netbooks such as the Dell Mini 10.

The reasons for this are not entirely known but one theory suggests that the license for 945GSE platform means that any devices using it cannot exceed certain specifications such as a 10.2″ screen and a 1024 x 600 resolution. To get around this limitation manufacturers are choosing the alternative Poulsbo platform which is free of this restriction.

Which platform then, is the better of the two?

The following table from Yertech shows the differences in hardware:

* One of our readers has pointed out that the GMA950 Memory bandwidth is only 10.7Gb/s in dual channel mode with two RAM sticks installed. Netbooks only come with one so they don’t take advantage of this.

** The GMA950 core clock is underclocked to 133 or 166Mhz in most netbooks.

While the GMA 500 GPU does in fact have support for newer technologies such as Direct X 10 and better high definition audio and video acceleration, it is suffering from rather poor driver support. The current drivers have left the GPU crippled and performing worse than the GMA950, despite its hardware advantage.

These drivers should improve with the release of the Pinetrail platform towards the end of the year, but the GMA950 is currently the faster GPU.

The following table from Notebookcheck shows the 3DMark05 results for both GPUs:

As you can see the GMA 950 scores significantly better in this benchmark.

* We have recently run our own 3DMark05 benchmark on an EEE PC 1005HA-P and that scored 268, this is significantly lower than Notebookcheck’s number but still higher than their GMA500 result.

As always, which platform you decide to go with will decide on your personal preference. The N280+GMA950 is definitely the faster option right now but this could change when the GMA500 drivers mature.

Many Netbook buyers are curious about the differences between the Intel Atom N Series and the Atom Z Series. Intel had long planned two different versions of its low power processor with each designed to fill a different market segment. Readers may also have seen these processors referred to by their code names of Silverthorne (Z) and Diamondville (N).

Daimondville (N) is by far the most common and appears in almost all netbooks available today. The N series comes as either the 1.6GHZ N270 or the 1.66GHZ N280. With a marginly higher clock speed and faster FSB (667 over 533) the N280 is the quicker of the two. The Diamondville processor is also paired with the Intel 945GSE chipset and the Intel GMA950 graphics processor.

Silverthorne on the other hand is intended for smaller computers such as Mobile Internet Devices (MID), and as such uses the smaller Intel Poulsbo chipset. While the 945GSE is essentially a re-designed desktop chipset Poulsbo was designed completely from scratch, cutting out a lot of unnecessary devices like an onboard floppy controller. Being physically smaller allows the Atom+Poulsbo combo to fit into smaller devices such as MIDs, and it also has marginally less power draw and produces less heat.

Poulsbo is paired with the newer Intel GMA500 graphics processor and unlike the GMA950, supports Direct X 10. It also has the decoders required to process High Definition audio and video however, in real world tests this has proved unsuccessful.

Therefore the Z Series or Silverthorne processors are essentially Atom with a different chipset and graphics processor.

Yugatech’s Test 

With few real world tests done it is hard to compare the performance of both chipsets but in the comparisons that can be found online it appears that the Z Series processor at the same clockspeed, despite having a newer chipset, is in fact slower. This is most likely due to the integration of devices that were previously separated on the 945GSE chipset, thus giving the processor more to do under Poulsbo.

So, what does this mean for the Netbook world?

We have started to see the Poulsbo chipset show up in Netbooks such as the MSI Wind U115 and the Dell Mini 10. The theory goes that Intel had given Netbook manufacturers restrictions on what processors they could use based on the specifications of their device. For example, a Netbook with a 1024 x 600 screen resolution cannot use anything other than an Atom N270 or N280. To get around this limitation, manufacturers have starting using the Z Series processor, and Dell has released a netbook with a 1366 x 768 screen.

Bare in mind though that clock for clock the Z Atom appears to be slower than the N, and 1.33GHZ Z520 is most definitely slower than a 1.6GHZ N270.

If faced with the choice between a 1.6GHZ N270 or a 1.6GHZ Z530 the buyer should go with the N270.

Full review of Asus Eee PC 1000HE

Asus started the netbook craze with its tiny, 7-inch Eee PC. Shortly thereafter, every notebook manufacturer except Apple laptop battery produced at least one tiny and inexpensive laptop just like it. Nowadays, netbooks are not that tiny anymore – little by little they have increased in size from 7″ via 9″ and now the standard screen size of a netbook is 10 inches. Even a couple of 12-inch models have been released.

Hardware

What they all have in common is the hardware – with a few deviations it consists of an Intel Atom CPU at 1.6GHz, 1GB or RAM, a 160GB hard drive and integrated GMA950 graphics, Laptop battery. The Eee PC, however, has been upgraded with an ever so slightly faster 1.66GHz Atom processor and a higher 667MHz FSB speed instead of earlier models which had 533MHz.

The speed increase is not big enough to be noticeable, but you might feel better purchasing an upgraded model. Asus’ main selling point with the 1000HE is the Discount laptop battery life. According to the manufacturer, you should be able to keep it alive for 9.5 hours without resorting to an outlet. To achieve this formidable Laptop battery life, you need to use aggressive power-saving schemes, no Wi-Fi and turn the brightness all the way down. In our general usage test it still delivered more than 7 hours, which is still more than acceptable.

Design

As far as the design goes, the Eee PC 1000 HE stays with the concept we’ve seen in previous Eee netbooks as Latitude D610 battery. The keyboard is almost full size (92%) and the trackpad buttons are slightly tilted in the front. The entire casing of the netbook is glossy, which enhances the overall look but also attracts fingerprints easily.

On the whole, the design of the 1000HE focuses on usability; it’s not spectacularly thin like some of its siblings, such as Asus S101 netbook, but it certainly gets the job done with flying colors. Besides, keeping the design simple also helps keep the price to a minimum, which is often the deciding factor for a netbook buyer.

Connectivity and Features

The ports have been placed on the left- and right-hand sides of the laptop – none at the back of Dell inspiron 9400 battery. On the right is a memory card reader, 2 USB and VGA and on the left is another USB port, Ethernet, and audio line in/out.

Summary

While there are better looking netbooks on the market, the Eee PC 1000HE comes at a very attractive price point and offers excellent battery life. It’s also very easy to use thanks to the large keyboard, and has all the features that the competition offer plus a little extra. Combine these aspects and you have one of the best netbooks compare to Latitude D620 battery currently available.

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Asus Eee 1008HA has been officially announced at last. It comes with an ergonomic keyboard and an intelligent energy management system. The Asus Eee 1009HA, also called as Asus Eee PC Seashell sports a crisp 10-inch LED-backlit WSVGA display having a maximum resolution of 1024×600 pixels. The Netbook has a intuitive multi-touch touch-pad. It is the thinnest EEE PC till date and weighs just a mere 1.1kg. It comes with an internal laptop battery which is enough for 6 hours of un-wired entertainment as aspire one battery. However, the battery is not replaceable by user, so you will have to get it replaced by Asus. Here are the Specification of Asus Eee 1008HA:

• Intel Atom N280 processor
• 1GB RAM
• 160GB hard drive
• 10″ LED-backlit WSVGA display (1024×600 pixels)
• 1.3MP webcam
• 802.11b/g/n wireless, Bluetooth
• 2x usb 2.0 ports
• Windows XP / Linux
• Stereo Speakers
• 6 Cells laptop battery

The Asus Eee 1008HA is available at a price of $565 each.

Of course, there are some tradeoffs that come with mini-laptops‘ bargain basement prices.

“You’re not going get a super-powerful processor in there, and usually you’re limited on storage space,” says Ian Bell, editor in chief of Digital Trends, a consumer-technology analysis site NP-BG1 fit NP-FG1.

In addition, most subnotebooks lack CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drives so you won’t be able to play movies on your computer.

Mini-laptops trace their roots back to the One Laptop Per Child project, a program started by an MIT professor with the goal of providing every child in the developing world with a $100 laptop.KODAK KLIC-5001 Computer manufacturing companies soon took advantage of the commercial opportunity these tiny laptops created. With the 2007 release of the Asus Eee, a surprise hit for Taiwan’s Asustek, mini-laptops got their jumpstart.

The Eee is so popular, “now everyone is trying to copy them,” says Dan Ackerman, senior editor at CNET.com and Ecsem.net.

A slew of Taiwanese vendors unveiled models at June’s Computer expo, but rival products from big brands like Dell are on the way, too. Many use Intel’s power-efficient Atom CPU along with solid-state disk (SSD) drives, for better battery life, boot times, and shock resistance.

1. Asus Eee PC 4G XP

Overview: The popular low-cost Asus Eee PC makes a play for mainstream acceptance, adding Windows XP to create an impressive package for portable Web surfing and basic productivity, making it a near-flawless choice for a highly portable second laptop.

Specs:

- OS: Windows XP canon BP-511

- Processor: 900MHz Intel Celeron M ULV

- RAM installed: 512 MB DDR II SDRAM

- Screen size: 7″

- Weight: 2 lbs.

Price: $399

2. Acer Aspire One

Overview: The Aspire one has the potential to be a very solid mini-notebook at an incredibly competitive price. At $379, this system is cheaper than the Eee PC 4G XP, while offering a powerful Atom processor and a 1024×600 resolution screen.

Specs:

- OS: Linux

- Processor: 1.6 GHz Intel Atom N270

- RAM installed: 1 GB DDR2 SDRAM

- Screen size: 8.9″

- Weight: 2.2 lbs.

Price: $379

3. Everex Cloudbook CE1200V

Overview: If you’re the type of user that loves a challenge and doesn’t mind tweaking Linux applications, the CloudBook is worth a look. However, if you’re looking for a mini-notebook that’s ready to use out of the box, you’ll be better off with the Eee PC.

Specs:

- OS: gOS V2 Rocket

- Processor: 1.2 GHz VIA C7-M

- RAM installed: 512 MB DDR2 SDRAM

- Screen size: 7″

- Weight: 2 lbs.

Price: $399

4. Fujitsu LifeBook U810

Overview: The Fujitsu LifeBook U810 sports most of the functions of a regular laptop, but is about one-third the size. The U810’s clamshell screen swivels to become a tablet where you can make handwritten notes on a touch screen. Canon Eos 5D battery For those worried about theft, there’s a biometric fingerprint reader.

Specs:

- OS: Windows Vista Business with Office OneNote 2007

- Processor: 800MHz Intel A110

- RAM installed: 1 GB DDR2 SDRAM

- Screen size: 5.6″

- Weight: 1.8 lbs.

Price: $999

5. HP 2133 Mini-Note

Overview: While it’s bigger and pricier than other mini-notebooks, the HP 2133 Mini-Note offers important features that the others don’t, including an full-sized keyboard and a design more suited to business users. If you require more from your mini-laptop and don’t mind paying for it, this one is for you.

Sony Cybershot Dsc-H10 battery Specs:

- OS: Genuine Windows Vista Business or Home Basic 32, FreeDoS, or SuSE Linux Enterprise Desktop 10

- Processor: 1.6 Ghz VIA C7-M ULV

- RAM installed: 2 GB DDR2 SDRAM

- Screen size: 8.9″

- Weight: 3.1 lbs.

Price: $749

6. CTL 2go PC

Overview: The CTL 2go PC may not be a stellar performer, but considering its intended users, it doesn’t have to be. Its rugged design, long battery life, and lightweight chassis all add to this mini-laptop’s appeal. However, the 2go PC’s small keyboard and lack of video input make it a better choice for kids than for road warriors.

Specs:

- OS: Windows XP Home or Linux

- Processor: 900MHz Intel Celeron M

- RAM installed: 512 MB DDR2 SDRAM

- Screen size: 9″

- Weight: 3 lbs.

Price: $400

7. DELL E-Series – Coming soon in August

Overview: Formerly known as mini Inspiron, Dell’s new line of subnotebooks will be named the Dell E Series. Actually there will be 2 models, a 8.9″ model and a 12.1″ one. This line of mini-laptops is targeted for kids and youth in general with purposes such as social networking/entertainment and mobile web/communication.

Specs:

- Display: 8.9″ and 12.1″

- Processor: 1.6 Ghz Intel Diamondville

- HDD: 4/8/16 SSD

- Memory: 512/1024 MB

- Camera: 0.3 Mp

- Wireless: WiFi, BT, WiMax, WWAN

- Battery: 4 cell 35Whr (~5 hr)

- OS: Linux, WinXP

- Personalization: 3-5 colors

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Along with the Intel readjustment, after Netbook experienced a prosperous age, it become step into the old age. Asus and Acer are the first to announce stop developing & researching netbooks to follow the light & thin laptop battery comprehensively.?

According to relative media reported the two laptops manufacturers, Asus and Acer has already stop the develop working of this second half year but turn all the energy into the light & thin notebooks like Latitude D600 battery. This is mainly because Intel postponed the publication of next generation netbook flat roof Pine Trail-M and MID flat roof Pine Trail-D to the 1st quarter of 2010.

But there is some information disclosed that ASUS may promote Android flat roof netbook products the later of this year, but the publication date is after October. Besides, touch model flat netbook Eee PC T91/T101 products will be follow up after the official selling of Windows 7 with dell laptop battery.

Another side, for the light & thin laptops based on CULV flat roof, ASUS already prepared 12 inch, 13.3 inch, and 15 inch machine type, 13.3 inch is the mainstream products, and it will be increased 12 inch and 14 inch model in August as Ibook G4 battery.

For Acer, the netbook products are still promote 10 inch Acer Aspire One battery series as the main products. Regarding the light & thin laptops, Acer already own 13.3 inch, 14.1 inch, and 15.6 inch, three machine models, and plan to add the model with collocation of ROM and independent display card according to the needs of market.

The two leading manufactures stop developing netbook products to developing thin and small laptop (Powerbook G4 battery), it is not some goods news for netbook market and it will bring chain-reacting. Meanwhile, it also proved that netbook market has already passed and will be replaced by light & thin laptops.

While the Dell Inspiron Mini 10v may not be as easy to install OS X on as the Inspiron Mini 9, the newer model ges pretty decent scores in Boing Boing Gadgets’ OS X compatibility chart. So if you’re looking for a $350 mini-Dell laptop battery to turn into a Macbook Mini, this netbook will do about as good as any. Of course, you can’t really just walk into a store and pick up an Inspiron Mini 10v with OS X preloaded. You’ll have to install it yourself.

But that hasn’t stopped one Best Buy from sticking a Mini 10v and mini 9 battery  with OS X installed on display and Laptop battery Discount laptop battery  in a retail store, next to a tag that clearly states the computer runs Windows XP. Whether this is the work of a rogue Best Buy employee or the result of someone returning a hacked netbook that accidentally got turned into a floor sample is unclear. But it’s pretty funny either way.

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There are a few things that set netbooks apart from traditional laptops. They’re smaller, cheaper, and generally have less processing power than most modern computers of Laptop battery. But while the conventional wisdom is that you wouldn’t want to run CPU-intensive applications like Photoshop on a netbook, the truth is that you really can.

Musician A rman Bohn has been using a Lenovo IdeaPad S10 Discount laptop battery since last year. And he used the 10 inch netbook with a 1.6GHz Intel Atom processor to create a significant portion of his animated music video for the song !”

Arman tells me he drew the backgrounds on a netbook battery as pcga bp2ea, vgp-bp2ea, Sony NP-BG1, pcga bp2e in Photoshop and then added them to After Effects for animation. He did much of this work while sitting in cafes. The final rendering as done on a more powerful desktop PC with a 24 inch monitor that could actually display the video at its ful 1920 x 1080 resolution.

You can check out the video after the break.

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Treehugger tackles this question today, and came up with a few interesting points. On the one hand, Acer laptop battery  netbooks are smaller than typical laptops, and therefore use fewer materials. They’re more energy efficient, and require less electricity. And they embrace the concept that you don’t need the latest or most powerful gadgets to get things done.

On the other hand, Dell laptop battery netbooks are often so cheap, that you may think of them as disposable and replace them more frequently than larger laptops. What good is it to buy a machine with fewer materials if you buy two of them a year instead of one every three years? Netbooks are also considered by many people to be secondary computers, which means that you’re using it in addition to a larger computer, thus negating some of the benefits (although at least you’re using less power when typing away on your netbook). And most importantly, the manufacturing processes behind netbooks laptop battery don’t differ very much from those used to build larger laptops. In other words, a fair amount of waste and pollution is still generated, and many netbooks include toxic materials.

What do you think? Are HP laptop battery  netbooks better for the environment than traditional laptops or not? And do you care?

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