Asus launched their first netbook, named Eee PC 701, in late 2007, as a mastermind response to the OLPC (One Laptop per Child) and Intel’s Classmate PC. Asus boss Jonney Shih realized that a small, ultra light notebook, capable of basic computing, is a great idea for adults as well, not only for kids. The Eee PC 701 was an instant hit in Asia and was quickly shipped to the US and Europe. Since then, many other models appeared under the Eee PC monicker.

And from the days of the 7 inch screen, Celeron M single core processor and 4 GB of SSD storage, we have today Eee PCs with dual core processors, 320 GB of storage, dedicated video card, HD screens ( even touch screens) and 3G modules, just to name a few features.

Asus's first EEE PC. We've come a long way

Easy to play, Easy to learn, Easy to work, the slogan behind the EEE PC revolution is true even today. There are many types of EEE PCs to choose from, according to your needs and budget. If you just want a cheap netbook for browsing the web and sending emails, you got it. If you need a decently equipped netbook for office productivity and serious battery autonomy, that’s also available. Or, if you’re after a powerful entertainment driven netbook, with its own video card, you can get that as well from an EEE PC labeled netbook.

This flexibility helped the line being the most popular netbook series in the US and Europe, which is not small stuff, considering that virtually any relevant computer manufacturer has at least a dozen netbooks out there. Next, we’re going to take a look at the best Asus EEE PCs of 2011, from entry level models to premium netbooks.

Entry level EEE PCs

For browsing the web, the occasional Word document and getting rickrolled on Youtube, a cheap, entry level EEE PC is sufficient. These models usually have a plastic, but robust finish, decent battery and a single core processor.

Asus EEE PC 1001PX. This netbook was launched back in 2010, but it’s still fairly popular thanks to the attractive design and low price. The netbook runs on an Intel Atom N450, clocked at 1.66 GHZ, packs 1 GB of RAM and a 160/250 GB HDD, as well as having WiFi connectivity. The battery can go on a single charge for only 4 hours, but if you’re willing to spend a little more for a battery slice, you might get around 8 hours of autonomy. One of the highlights of the 1001PX, which goes for $249 is the carbon fiber like finish, that is both tough and good looking and won’t attract any finger prints and smudges.

Asus EEE PC 1011PX. The 1011PX is basically an update for the 1001PX. It comes with either a single core, N455 processor or the dual core N570, but the later will cost a little more. You can also configure the battery, with the default juice maker offering a maximum of 5 hours of autonomy (3 cell version), but you can get as much as 11 with the 9 cell version. In terms of design, the $300 priced 1011PX has the same seashell design as the 1001PX and, of course, the same matte chassis finish.

Asus 1011 PX EEE PC

Mainstream EEE PC netbooks

Let’s take it up a notch. You want a better netbook, with a better battery, improved performance and maybe more aesthetically appealing than entry level machines. If you’re willing to spend a little more, Asus might have exactly what you need.

The 1015PEM comes with a dual core N550 Atom processor and 1 GB of RAM, but you can upgrade to 2 GB. The dual core version offers better performance and power management than the N450/455, so you’ll be able to rely more on this 10 inch netbook for productivity apps- more of them open at the same time. The netbook comes with a hybrid battery management system, that can get as much as 13 hours of autonomy, and newer connectivity options, namely Wireless N and Bluetooth 3.0.

The 1015PX packs the even newer N570 dual core processor, everything else being basically identical to what you get from the 1015PEM. A nice additional feature is Express Gate, which is an alternative boot OS that gives almost instant access to the internet and entertainment apps. Also, for the first year, you get free access to Asus’s web storage service, where you have your own 500 GB to fool around with, a good deal for a $279 netbook.

The 1015PN pairs the N550 dual core chip with dedicated ION 2 graphics, which comes with 512 MB of video memory. This means you’ll be ableto use this 336 bucks netbook for full HD playback directly on the display or on a HDTV via the HDMI port, and also some decent gaming. If you want to fully take advantage of this platform, make sure to upgrade to 2 GB of RAM.

Asus EEE PC 1015PN

Unlike the previous entries in this section, the 1015B is powered by a AMD Fusion chip, namely the C-30. It’s a single core processor with a rather modest speed of 1.2 GHZ, but has the advantage of being completed with HD integrated graphics, namely Radeon HD 6250. While this is not a netbook to consider for too complicated office work, it will be great for playing HD video. You even get a HDMI port for hooking up the netbook with a HDTV. The 1015B is available from Amazon for $289, but unfortunately that’s the version with a single-core C30 APU; the more powerful one with a dual-core C-50 processor is mainly available in Europe and that’s the one I would recommend.

The 1015PW is maybe the most spectacular entry in this category, at least when we talk about design. Dubbed Syrocco, the netbook has a waved pattern on the lid, being a welcomed change in the all too bland netbook world. Specs wise, the 1015PW, going for $314, packs a dual core N550, 1 GB of RAM, while the battery is said to run on a single charge for about 10 hours max.

Premium EEE PC netbooks

As always, there’s a luxury section, so to say, which consists of high end netbooks that also look quite good and offer a different experience that mainstream entries. Our picks are:

The 1018P  has a brushed aluminum finish, being one of the classiest 10 inch netbooks out there. It looks great (think Samsung 9 Series, but smaller and less posh), is very tough and is also quite thin and light for a machine with a metal finish. On the inside, you get a mainstream configuration, namely a dual core N570 processor, 1 GB of RAM and a 250 GB HDD,a decent configuration for just 418 bucks. The OS is Windows 7 Starter, while ports include, surprisingly, 2 USB 3.0 slots. Chapeau.

Asus EEE PC 1018P

Here’s a nice one. The 12.1 inch 1215N packs a pimped up Atom chip, namely the dual core 1.8 GHZ D525, which is, at least for now, the fastest Atom around. Pair that with 512 MB of dedicated ION 2 video memory, 2 GB of RAM (maximum of 4) and Windows 7 Home Premium, and you’ve got yourself a very decent HD capable machine, both for gaming and video playback.

The 1215B is a similarly powerful 12.1 inch netbook. It packs the AMD C-350 dual core processor, that’s at least a class over the C-50. The chip runs at 1.5 GHZ and comes with Radeon HD 6310 graphics. The setup is completed by 2 GB of RAM (with a supported maximum of 8 GB ) and a battery said to run for about 8.5 hours on a single charge, making this $436 priced netbook a top choice for this class.

Final thoughts

The netbooks we gathered in this article all offer decent performance and are pretty affordable when looking at the specs and features. If you built it, they will come- Asus was able to build netbooks for all types of users, covering from basic computing needs to HD gaming and serious multitasking.

And the future looks just as bright, as Asus will be one of the companies to build Ultrabooks, which is said to be the next paradigm in terms of ultra portable gadgets. But until then, if you’re thinking about shopping for a netbook, keep an eye on Asus EEE PC entries, as these machines represent good value for money and offer a very vast array of models to choose from.

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First off, we have the Asus 1025C, packing a 1.66 GHz Cedar Trail N2600 dual-core processor and featuring 1 GB of RAM. That won’t offer exactly the gaming experience of a lifetime, but then again if you need a computer for video games and HD content, the 10-inch netbook market niche should definitely not be your target.

The Asus 1025C sports a 10.1-inch screen with 1024 x 600 pixels resolution and, while we aren’t that surprised by this display in question, we won’t hide the fact that we’re a bit disappointed by it. Other features include a 320 GB HDD, three USB 2.0 ports, WiFi, Ethernet, HDMI and an 0.3 MPx webcam.

The Asus 1025C looks pretty decent and will feature some nice tech specs as well.

In terms of design, this netbook is pretty sleek and slim, weighing in at just 2.7 pounds and measuring 1.3-inches thick. That’s not exactly ultrabook material right now, but it’s pretty darn close and should be easy to carry around. We should also mention that the netbook will be made available in no less than five different models, in gray, blue, red, pink and black.

The Asus 1025C is set to feature a 56 Wh battery, capable of an estimated autonomy of up to ten hours (not bad, not bad at all!) and will hit the market in a few short weeks for 299 dollars.

The second 10-inch netbook from Asus you can check out from the hands-on video below is the X101CH, featuring pretty much the same specs as the 1025C, including the N2600 dual-core processor, 1 GB of RAM and all those ports and connectivity options.

The X101CH is lighter, cheaper, but comes with a poorer battery.

The Asus X101CH will also sport a 10.1-inch screen with 1024 x 600 pixels resolution, but will in fact be a tad lighter and thinner than its sibling. On the other hand, that six ounces difference in weight is due to the using of a smaller, three-cell battery, only capable of up to four hours of autonomy.

As the Asus 1025C, the X101CH will be up for sale starting next month and will only cost 269 bucks, which is quite decent, if not more affordable than we had hoped.

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The design is one of this laptop’s strongest points and the aluminum case makes this 12-incher look nice and solid. The keyboard/trackpad combo is another thing the 1225C has going for it, providing comfort while looking stylish and fashionable.

In terms of hardware and performance, you should expect a pretty snappy overall computing machine, giving the fact that the Asus Eee PC 1225C will be powered by a dual-core 1.6 GHz Intel Atom Cedar Trail processor. There’s also 2 GB of RAM, integrated HD graphics and an HDD with either 250 GB or 500 GB of storage, depending on your needs and the exact model you will go for.

The Asus 1225C features a very nice design, as well as an elegant and functional keyboard.

The 12-inch screen sported by the 1225C should be pretty capable too, featuring a 1366 x 768 pixels display. While it’s not ideal for playing full HD 1080p clips, you should easily run 720p clips, which I would expect to be enough for the target customers of such a netbook.

As for the ports and connectivity, Asus hasn’t disappointed us, coming with all the basics, including HDMI, USB 3.0, an SD card reader, Bluetooth 3.0 and WiFi. The operating system of choice is of course Windows 7 Home Premium and there’s also a low-res 0.3 MPx webcam on the device’s front.

Pretty aerodynamic and slim, isn't it?

No pricing details have been announced just yet, but we should find out something sooner or later, because the Asus 1225C is set to be made available in the US, as in other markets, in the second quarter of 2012, according to official statements.

Here’s a short hands-on video of the 12-incher as well, brought to you straight from Las Vegas by the guys at Netbooklive.com:

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The 1015 BX’s most important upgrade is the AMD C-60 processor, the latest low power chipset from AMD. This new 1.33 GHz processor should offer a small, but noticeable performance boost from the older C-50 dual core chipset. Also, it comes with a Radeon HD 6290 graphics card that offers support for HD video playback, as well as DirectX 11 graphics.

The rest of the technical specifications are pretty straightforward, with a 10.1-inch LED-backlit anti-glare display with 1024×600 pixels resolution, 1 GB of RAM and a 320 GB hard drive. Asus’s new netbook is set to be powered by a very powerful 6 cell 5200 mAh Lithium-ion battery and will also feature Bluetooth 3.0, LAN, Wireless, as well as an HDMI and one USB 3.0 port.

The Asus 1015BX could come to the US in the near future.

In terms of software, the 1015 BX is set to run Windows 7 Starter, while when it comes to the design and the product weight it follows the footsteps of all the other 10-inch mini laptops from Asus, being elegant, chic and highly portable.

The Asus Eee PC 1015 BX is available on Amazon Germany, as we already told you, and its price tag is pretty affordable, if you ask us. The mini-laptop goes for 205.94 euro right now, which means that if and when it will come in the United States, it could cost around 200-220 bucks. This is a couple of bucks under the Asus 1015B’s price, for example ($257.24 on Amazon.com right now).

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As the title says, we’re going to talk in this article about the Eee PC 1015x series of 10 inch netbooks from market giant Asus. The netbooks mentioned in this article range from entry level computers with modest hardware to full fledged computers that can run lots of demanding applications. Of course, the more things change, the more they stay the same, so we’ll try to also pinpoint the similarities between the computers we’ll present in this post. Let’s get this show on the road.

Asus Eee PC 1015B is one of the more advanced models from the 1015x series. It comes with an AMD Fusion APU, that incorporates a processor and a graphics card on the same chip. You can choose between a single core, 1.2 GHZ C-30 chip or a dual core C-50 (Ontario) processor, both having Radeon HD 6250 graphics.

The APU takes in very little energy, as the battery can go on a single charge for as long as 8.5 hours when paired with the C30 and a little less if you’ll go for the dual core option. There’s also 1 GB of RAM, a 250 GB hard disk drive and of course Windows 7 Starter.

Prices start at $280 and the little laptop is available in black or blue.

Asus Eee PC 1015B

The Eee PC 1015PN ditches the AMD solution for the hardened Intel Atom N550 dual core, that has 2 cores running at 1.5 GHz. There’s also an Nvidia ION 2 graphics card with 512 MB of dedicated memory.

Still, you shouldn’t get too excited, as the chip is built on an ultra low power architecture and doesn’t deliver a much more compelling video experience than an integrated video card. And while the graphic chip is faster than the one on the AMD powered EEE PC, there’s one problem: you don’t get Optimus with Windows Starter. So, you will only be able to benefit from the full-potential of this mini laptop if you’ll upgrade it to Windows 7 Home Premium and

The screen is the same, a 10 inch, 1024 x 600 LED backlit display, as well as the same amount of system memory, storage and OS.

The 1015PN goes for around $350 bucks, with free Shipping and a significant discount, as its list price is above $400.

The 1015PW differentiates itself from other entries in the Eee PC series thanks to the patterned, wave like design on the back. The PW comes with the same processor as the 1015PN, namely the N550, but doesn’t pack the dedicated video card that the PN has. What you loose in video performance, you gain in autonomy with as long as 10 hours of battery life and a lower price tag.

Overall, the PW is more of an option for productivity and people on the go, that are also looking for a great looking machine, helping you differentiate from all the Simpletons on the netbook market.

The wave patterned 1015PW

Unlike other netbooks in this article, the 1015PED comes with a single core Atom processor, namely the Intel Atom N475. It has a speed of 1.83 GHZ, being slightly faster than first and second generation single core processors, the N450 and N455, that had a 1.5/1.66 GHZ speed. Additionally, the 1015PED has integrated Intel GMA 3150 graphics.

Packing the same 6 cell battery as the other netbooks, the 1015PED has a formidable autonomy of maximum 13 hours, but probably you’ll have to settle for 10-11 hours max if you’ll keep the WiFi module on at all times. Other specs are identical, meaning you have the matte 1024 x 600 display, 1 GB of RAM and Windows 7 Starter.

Another dual core powered Asus netbook is the Eee PC 1015PEM, that packs the already familiar Intel Atom N550. Primarily, this netbook is aimed at those looking for some smooth multitasking, thanks to the dual core chip and 1 GB of RAM (upgradeable to maximum 2, as with all models we talked about in this article). Of course, you can have some fun as well on the 1015PEM, considering it has some integrated Intel graphics, namely GMA 3150.

Some 720p playback is in place, but mostly locally, as streaming hi res content might prove a little difficult. As usual, there’s a 250 GB hard disk drive, a web cam and Windows 7 Starter. Battery life is surely a highlight in comparison with other 1015x models, as the computer is said to run on a single charge for a maximum of 13 hours.

The 1015PX is an upcoming 10 inch inch netbook and the main thing differentiating it from the netbooks we’ve mentioned before is a new, seashell design, coming in both a glossy and a matte finish. The model has smoother curves and edges than other Eee PC models, as well as packing the latest dual core model from the Pinetrail series, the N570.

The processor is a step forward from the N550, in terms of power management, multitasking and overall performance. The other features are kind of similar, including 1 GB of RAM, a 250 GB hard disk drive and a battery that can go on for more that 10 hours. In terms of OS, the PX comes with both Windows 7 Starter and Express Gate, and I guess you could even install Android if you want.

The 1015PX now starts at only $299 , with an online discount, thus it is one of the best 10 inchers available right now on the market.

Asus 1015PX

The netbooks we’ve seen in this article are strikingly similar in many aspects. Basically, they are quite identical when it comes to everything excepting processors and sometimes available system memory. The 10 inchers have the same chassis (even if in different colors and a glossy or matte finish), as well as the same keyboard and touch pad, probably for financial reasons, as it’s cheaper to use the same design for a bunch of different lines.

Also, it’s the same screen, a standard 1024 x 600 display, which is the norm for budget 10 inch netbooks. Each model tries to offer a different experience (the 1015PW trying the hardest), but all in all they’re pretty similar, excepting of course the 1015PX. The netbook comes with Asus’s future design for mini laptops and expect to see that design and build all over the place in the year to come.

So this was it, guys, a bunch of 10 inch netbooks from Asus with 1015 in their name On a more serious tone, these are the most successful 10 inch netbooks from Asus, delivering that Eee PC experience, but offering enough variety to please all kinds of users. You have single and dual core netbooks, as well as some that try to break the rhythm in terms of design. But in the end, what you definitely get is a good entry level machine with a solid build and a great battery, these being two features you can find on any 1015x machine.

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One of the first entry level netbooks Asus introduced was the 1001PX, which at its time was a decent machine. Now, Asus decided to freshen up a little the series and released the 1011PX, which is basically the most affordable netbook the company has to offer. In terms of design, the 1011PX has a textured finish on the back and it is made of plastic. The texture is checkered, which might add to the grip and the matte coating should help protect against smudges and stuff.

The finish goes around the keyboard, on the palm rest, which could prove comfy over time. Around the screen you get the classic glossy finish, which will attract fingerprints. The screen is pretty standard, a backlit WXGA 1024 x 600 10 inch display, meaning you’ll be able to use it outside as well- but, as you probably know, this is not exact science (although you thought it might be!) and in extreme light the screen will be probably unwatchable.

The 1011PX comes with a single core Intel Atom chip, namely the 1.66 GHZ running N455. There’s also an option to go for a dual core processor, namely the N570, but that will of course add to the price tag. The processor comes with integrated graphics, namely the Intel GMA 3150, which is not much, but it’s definitely better than nothing.

The netbook has the same seashell design we've seen before on the Eee PC series

This way, videos will run a tad smoother and animations will not be choppy- not to say the overall Windows 7 experience will be smoother. About the OS- in order to keep the price down, Asus offers Windows 7 Starter, which has one major limitation. The OS can run only 1 GB of RAM, which is the amount of system memory the netbook comes straight out of the box.

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The lid has a textured finish for better grip

The 1011PX will come in black and white and also sports a 0.3 MP web cam above the screen. The 10 inch netbook will be available for around $250 ,which is the same price the 1001PX had at launch.

Update: You should know that the Asus 1011PX is now only available under this name in Europe. InSee this link for extra details, reviews from users and pics the US, it is called the Asus EEE PC 1001PXD and it goes for under 250 bucks.

Overall, you get a decent and portable machine (weights around 1.3 KG) powered by an Atom processor, winged by some integrated graphics. It’s not a bad deal at all, but if you want some serious performance, you should probably look elsewhere (of course, elsewhere on our website ).

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In terms of looks, it’s the same seashell distinctive design we’ve seen on so many Asus netbooks. It has a plastic finish, with all the smudge and fingerprints friendly parts (lid, bezel, palm rest) coming in a matte finish, so there won’t be any problems with keeping this clean. The keyboard is 92% fill size, which might be a little uncomfortable for some.

The seashell design we've seen before- and which we liked

The touch pad, however, is twice as big as those found on netbooks in the same category, with fairly responsive mouse buttons. The 10 inch screen has a 1024 x 600 resolution, which is kind of the standard resolution you get on a netbook and is good enough to run most apps and some decent video. There’s only 1 GB of RAM out of the box, as well as a 250 GB HDD, spinning at 5.400 rpm.

The OS is Windows 7 Starter, which will not cope with more than 1 GB of RAM. So if you want to upgrade your system memory, you’ll also have to change the OS version. It doesn’t sound that bad, as it’s also a way to get rid of all the bloatware as well. The 1015PEM is powered by a dual core, Intel Atom N550 processor, which is said to be very good for multitasking.

It’s a step forward, that’s for sure, considering that most single core Atom chips are hardly able to cope with some multitasking. The processor will go faster through web pages, text editors and other programs you might have running, but to really maximize the processor’s power, you should go for 2 GB of RAM from the start.

The processor comes bundled with some modest graphics, namely Intel GMA 3150, which can deliver some above average performance when it comes to netbooks. That means HD clips, both locally and streamed, will work well, without the stuttering you usually get with most integrated graphics. In terms of ports, there are 3 USB 2.0 ports, 4 in 1 card reader, a VGA slot and an Ethernet port.

the keyboard is a little small, but the touch pad is really large for the 10 inch standard

The dual core CPU is also very good when it comes to battery life, behaving much better than single core versions. The 1015PEM will run on a single charge for more than 8 hours, which is truly exceptional for a netbook. There’s also a Asus proprietary technology, called Super Hybrid Engine, which lets you select from a few power profiles.

This means you can lower the power consumption and get slower performance, or you can do the opposite, boosting up performance, but depleting the battery a little faster. In terms of connectivity, it’s all very clear, as you get the evergreen pair WiFi and blue tooth, so no 3G or something. Additionally, Asus offer 500 GB of online storage, free for 1 year- after that, you’ll have to pay a monthly subscription.

The 1015PEM's strong points are the multitasking able CPU and long battery life

The 1015PEM is on sale now from Amazon for just $368, and for that money Asus throws in also a travel sleeve, which most manufacturers don’t do. But this is not the main reason for buying this netbook. That is the good performance the dual core processor delivers and the esquisite battery life, bundled together in a package those looking for faster computing and great autonomy.

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If you forgot why this netbook is a must have, let us refresh your memory. The 1015PN has a dual core 1.5GHz Intel Atom N550 processor, 1 GB DDR3 of RAM (but you can upgrade to 2GB and you really should), a 250 GB hard drive and another 500 GB of Asus Web Storage. The NVIDIA ION graphics is the cherry on top of it all, as the dedicated 512 DDR3 VRAM supports 1080p playback while enjoying the 7.1 surround support. If the 10.1 inch display is not big enough, you can connect the netbook to a HDTV through HDMI.

Asus Eee PC 1015 PN available now

Well, it’s not all that perfect, as we said here. The OS is Windows 7 starter, meaning you have to switch between the on board Intel video card and the NVIDIA ION graphics and every time you do it there’s a reboot involved. Of course, you can install Windows 7 Premium and get rid of this problem, but still it would have been nice to come like this straight out of the box. Also, the NVIDIA ION graphics might be awesome for a netbook, but playing newer games is practically impossible.

Anyway, the Asus Eee PC 1015PN is one of the solid entries on the overall mediocre (performance wise) netbook market and it’s definitely worth trying (if you already bought it, share some impressions in the comment section below).

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For that money what you get is pretty solid: a dual core 1.55 GHZ Intel N550 processor, a integrated GMA 3150 graphics controller, a 250 hard drive and, surprisingly for current netbooks, 2 GB of RAM from the box. The system runs on Windows 7 professional and Asus brags about a 7 hour long battery life. We’ll just wait and see.

Judging from the info available at www.liliputing.com,  what really would have set apart the 1215P from the competition would have been a dedicated video chipset in order to fully fuel up the good specs and the 1366×768 display. With the onboard graphics you won’t be able to do very much, so smooth browsing, office tools and reasonable multitasking is what this model is eventually all about.

Besides that, you get some standard stuff, like a 0.3 MP camera, 10/100 Ethernet, 3 USB ports, a VGA port, headphone and mic jacks on the side and a card reader. Oh, and you’ll also get 500GB of Asus Webstorage (good luck in filling those with archived tweets and photo galleries snapped from Facebook).

Asus Eee PC 1215P

Considering the lack of a dedicated graphic card, the Windows 7 Professional seems there only to punch up the price a little and justify the above standard 2GB of DDRAM3. Most of what you can do with the current line up of the 1215P would work also on a cheaper Windows 7 Starter version.

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The netbook was finally bench marked by Eeepc.it(1501 on 3Dmark06) and the results were announced also by netbooknews.com. 1015PN looked good enough at HD playback, especially when the ION 2 graphics were active; 720p and 1080p were played without a glitch, no matter if the video was streamed from Youtube or Vimeo or from the hard drive. While playing, the system was not very clogged so there is a chance to run other programs in the background while watching a HD video.

Asus Eee PC 1015PN benchmarked

With the onboard Intel GMA graphics the results were pretty solid too; 720p videos ran smoothly excepting some glitches in the first 20 seconds of play, but 1080p is a no go if you’re planing to stream the content. With the local content, however, 1080p was glitchy and the colors were all mixed up, but if will hold. This comes at the expense of the processor, which is completely stressed out by the HD playback and will not be able to handle anything else during.

Gaming is nowhere near acceptable, as the test of running Street Fighter 4 was unsuccessful. If you want to play on the 1015PN, you’ll have to go for an older game (sure) or upgrade to the maximum 2GB of RAM, but considering how dependent are games on 3D applications, the chances of getting the most out of a new game are slim. Still, this netbook is way better than most of the competition, but not good enough to satisfy pretentious users.

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