Samsung has bucked the netbook trend and is going to use the VIA Nano processor in its new NC20 netbook. This is a change from the Intel Atom N270 that the Samsung NC10 uses.
The VIA Nano U2250 processor will run at a speed of 1.3Ghz to 1.6Ghz, giving it a similar raw speed to that of the Intel Atom N270, although overall system speeds are likely to differ.
Another interesting fact about the Samsung NC20 is that it has a 12.1-inch (1280 x 800) LCD screen, which puts it outside the screen sizes that are considered to be in the netbook category - typically 7 to 10 inches.
Otherwise, the specifications for the rest of the netbook are fairly typical;
- 160GB hard disk drive (solid state drive optional)
- 1GB of RAM
- 1.3 Megapixel webcam
- Windows XP Home operating system
- 3 USB ports
- Ethernet
- 3-in-1 card reader
- Wi-Fi b/g
- Integrated VIA VX800 Chrome 9 graphics
One disadvantage of the larger 12.1-inch screen is that the Samsung NC20 will be heavier than other netbooks at 3.4 pounds (1.55kg), compared to the 2.8 pounds (1.27kg) of the Samsung NC10.
On the other hand, the larger chassis for the 12.1-inch screen allows the Samsung NC20 to accomodate a full-size keyboard.
Battery life is estimated at around 6.5 hours running on a 6-cell battery.
Expect to pay around $650 for the Samsung NC20, which is more than what you would expect to pay for most netbooks.
Via: cnet, Tom’s Hardware, Electronista, Gizmodo
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