Netbook Recomendations

Discussion in 'Hardware' started by ItsWendy, Sep 18, 2019.

  1. ItsWendy

    ItsWendy MajorGeek

    I need the lightest, smallest computer I can get. I plan on using an external monitor, USB mouse & keyboard, but the built in accessories need to be functional for when I travel to Dallas Maker Space. In the interests of being light I do not want a CD or anything else that has weight (like a large display). I would like at least 8G RAM,and the fastest CPU I can reasonably get. HD is in the air.I currently have $160 saved (@ $20/mo), and am very patient. So, any advise?
     
    ItsWendy, Sep 18, 2019
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  2. plodr

    plodr MajorGeek Super Extraordinaire Moderator Staff Member

    Avoid all of these
    https://bestlaptopsworld.com/best-netbooks/

    Why? They all come with a 32GB hard drive! That is inadequate to upgrade Windows 10 twice a year. Selling hardware with a hd that small and running Windows should be stopped.
    You might need to settle for a heavier unit but with a much larger hard drive.

    Before you buy anything, check the size of the hard drive.
     
    plodr, Sep 19, 2019
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  3. ItsWendy

    ItsWendy MajorGeek

    What keyword search did you use?

    WTB used netbook?
     
    ItsWendy, Sep 19, 2019
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  4. ItsWendy

    ItsWendy MajorGeek

    Actually I was after Models, MFGs, with the best specs I might realistically be able to buy.
     
    ItsWendy, Sep 19, 2019
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  5. ItsWendy

    ItsWendy MajorGeek

    Another question to ask, What is the difference between a netbook and a notebook?
     
    ItsWendy, Sep 19, 2019
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  6. Mister Krinkle

    Mister Krinkle Private First Class

    Dell actually has a very good answer on their web site: Laptop vs Netbook Comparison
     
    Mister Krinkle, Sep 19, 2019
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  7. plodr

    plodr MajorGeek Super Extraordinaire Moderator Staff Member

    I call my units netbooks because they don't have optical drives. We have 3 of them: a 7" eeepc (ASUS) and two 11.1" Acers. They are heavier than some netbooks because they don't have solid state drives. I'm planning on replacing the spinning drive with a ssd.

    WTB used netbook? I haven't a clue what WTB means. I also would NEVER buy a used netbook/laptop. You have no idea how hard it was used. The battery might not hold a charge and if the video chip is on the way out, you have no video which means the device is useless. Parts can not easily be replaced. So basically, you'd be wasting your money no matter how economical the device seems.

    MFGs again, I haven't a clue as to what that means.

    I searched for light weight netbooks.
    Again, we haven't a clue what lightest means. How many pounds?
    Smallest? 7" 8", 10" or 11" screen?
     
    plodr, Sep 20, 2019
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  8. Eldon

    Eldon Major Geek Extraordinaire

    Same here... :confused:
     
    Eldon, Sep 20, 2019
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  9. ItsWendy

    ItsWendy MajorGeek

    WTB = Want To Buy, Search engines have that abbreviation down cold. I only have one working side (right), So light weight is something I can pick up one handed and survive the occasional drop (under 1 foot, strokes suck). MFG = Manufacturer, found on many labels world wide.
     
    ItsWendy, Sep 20, 2019
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  10. plodr

    plodr MajorGeek Super Extraordinaire Moderator Staff Member

    Obviously I don't use search sites to post things I want to buy.

    No guarantees on anything that is dropped no matter the distance. My husband went to catch his netbook. It didn't drop but he ended up breaking a key as he caught it. The key worked; it just wouldn't stay in place because the clip under it broke. We had to have the keyboard replaced.

    I found two very expensive small, light-weight units. The units are 7", weigh a bit over a pound, run Windows 10, have FHD, 8GB RAM and have 128GB hard drives.
    https://www.amazon.com/Laptop-Aluminum-Windows-Celeron-Processor/dp/B07M747WMJ/

    https://www.amazon.com/Update-CPU-m3-8100Y-Windows-Graphics-Bluetooth/dp/B07H2XGD6M/

    The company is GPD and the units are called pocket minis.
    https://www.gpdxd.com/product/gpd-pocket-mini-laptop-umpc-silve/

    Major manufacturers like Dell, HP, Acer either make netbooks in a weight too heavy to carry with 1 hand (my 11.1" doesn't carry easily with one hand) or tablets. If the tablet runs Windows 10, chances are good that it only has a 32GB hd which is too small for Windows 10.

    Good luck trying to find something that suits all your specifications.
     
    plodr, Sep 21, 2019
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  11. satrow

    satrow Major Geek Extraordinaire

    The only thing I see even close to your specs is this:

    ASUS VivoBook E203NA-DH02 11.6" Light Laptop, N3350, 4GB RAM, 32GB eMMC + 32GB SD Card, 11.6” HD Display, Windows 10
    • Efficient Intel dual-core Celeron N3350 Processor (up to 2.4GHz) with 4GB LPDDR3 RAM
    • 11.6" HD (1366 x 768) Display
    • 32GB eMMC Flash storage plus pre-installed 32GB SD card included
    • Slim and portable: 0.7" thin and weighs only 2.2 lbs. (battery included)
    • Dual band 802.11ac Wi-Fi for speeds up to three times faster than 802.11N
    Retail Price：
    $ 249.00
    Product Price：
    $149.00

    SSD Upgrade:

    Compatible SSD for
    ASUS VivoBook E12 E203NA:

    Crucial MX500 250GB SATA 2.5" 7mm (with 9.5mm adapter) Internal SSD

    • CT250MX500SSD1
    • Configuration ID: CT11539189
    250GB 2.5-INCH INTERNAL SSD • SATA 6.0GB/S • 560 MB/S READ, 510 MB/S WRITE
    $49.99
     
    satrow, Sep 21, 2019
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  12. plodr

    plodr MajorGeek Super Extraordinaire Moderator Staff Member

    I don't know about Wendy but I don't trust myself to carry an 11.6" netbook that weighs 2.2 pounds with one hand.

    You need to go to brick and mortar stores and see if that size and weight is doable for you.
     
    plodr, Sep 22, 2019
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  13. ItsWendy

    ItsWendy MajorGeek

    Like I said, I am patient, with my budget I have to be.

    Thanks for the help everyone, it has been appreciated.
     
    ItsWendy, Sep 23, 2019
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