Advantages and Disadvantages of Samsung NB30 (Review)


Samsung NB30

Samsung NB30 is a new iteration on a standard Netbook theme, with a few slightly ruggedized features that don’t quite justify the inflated price. Carving a unique niche in this chaotic netbook market is almost impossible these days, but you have to give Samsung credit for trying.

Advantages: Solid build, easy-grip lid, matte screen.

Disadvantages: Expensive despite a basic feature set; mediocre battery life.

Samsung NB30 Specs:

Price Range: $319.99 – $384.22

  • Manufacturer: Samsung
  • Part number: NP-NB30-JA01US

General

  • Built-in Devices

    Stereo speakers, Wireless LAN antenna

  • Width

    10.4 in

  • Depth

    7.4 in

  • Height

    1.1 in

  • Weight

    2.7 lbs

  • Color

    Black

  • Localization

    United States

  • Notebook type

    Netbook, Budget

Processor

  • Processor

    Intel Atom N450 / 1.66 GHz

  • Data Bus Speed

    667 MHz

Cache Memory

  • Type

    L2 cache

  • Cache size

    512 KB

RAM

  • Installed Size

    1 GB

  • Technology

    DDR2 SDRAM

  • RAM configuration features

    1 x 1 GB

Storage Controller

  • Storage controller type

    Serial ATA

  • Storage Controller / Serial ATA Interface

    Serial ATA-150

Storage

  • Floppy Drive

    None

  • Hard Drive

    160 GB – Serial ATA-150 – 5400 rpm

  • Hard drive type

    Portable

Optical Storage

  • Type

    None

Optical Storage (2nd)

  • 2nd optical storage type

    None

Card Reader

  • Card reader type

    3 in 1 card reader

  • Supported flash memory cards

    MultiMediaCard, SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card

Display

  • Display Type

    10.1 in TFT active matrix

  • Max Resolution

    1024 x 600 ( WSVGA )

  • Widescreen Display

    Yes

  • Features

    LED-backlit

Video

  • Graphics Processor / Vendor

    Intel GMA 3150 Dynamic Video Memory Technology 4.0

Audio

  • Audio output type

    Sound card

  • Audio output compliant standards

    High Definition Audio

  • Audio Input

    Microphone

Notebook Camera

  • Camera Type

    Integrated

Input Device(s)

  • Input device type

    Keyboard, Touchpad

Telecom

  • Modem

    None

Networking

  • Networking

    Network adapter

  • Networking / Wireless LAN Supported

    Yes

  • Data link protocol

    Ethernet, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n, Fast Ethernet

  • Networking standards

    IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n

Expansion / Connectivity

  • Expansion Slots Total (Free)

    1 ( 0 ) x Memory

  • Interfaces

    1 x Headphones – Output – Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, 1 x Display / video – VGA – 15 pin HD D-Sub (HD-15), 1 x Microphone – Input – Mini-phone 3.5 mm, 1 x Network – Ethernet 10Base-T/100Base-TX – RJ-45, 3 x Hi-Speed USB – 4 pin USB Type A, 1 x PoweredUSB 2.0 – 4 pin USB Type A

Miscellaneous

  • Features

    Anti-scratch

  • Compliant Standards

    RoHS

Power

  • Power device form factor

    External

Battery

  • Technology

    6-cell Lithium ion

  • Installed Qty

    1

  • Mfr estimated battery life

    6.5 hour(s)

Operating System / Software

  • Software

    Adobe Reader, Microsoft Works, Drivers & Utilities, Samsung Update Plus, SAMSUNG Support Center, Samsung Easy Battery Manager, Samsung Easy Display Manager, Samsung Easy Network Manager, Samsung Easy Speed Up Manager, Samsung Easy Resolution Manager, Microsoft Office Home and Student Edition (60 days trial)

Manufacturer Warranty

  • Service & Support

    1 year warranty

  • Service & Support Details

    Limited warranty – Parts and labor – 1 year


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