Asus Eee PC 1201PN

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Asus Ion 2-Powered Eee PC 1201PN Review
Source: Hot Hardware Archive.org version
Here's the real kicker: Asus probably should have held on releasing the 1201PN until Optimus  was ready for the Ion 2 platform. Had Optimus come on this machine, we can imagine things turning out a lot better for the 1201PN. If we could switch off the discrete GPU and use the IGP when needed, we suspect battery life figures would've been far better. And what's a little bothersome, aside from the lack of Optimus.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/29/2010
Rating: performance: 80% display: 80% emissions: 40%

62% Asus Eee PC 1201PN (silver)
Source: CNet Archive.org version
Unveiled as the first Atom Netbook featuring a next-gen Nvidia Ion processor, the $499 Asus Eee PC 1201PN is an update to the very similarly named Asus Eee PC 1201N we reviewed at the beginning of 2010. As the first next-gen Nvidia Ion Netbook, the Asus Eee PC 1201PN is a bit of a misnomer--offering single-core Atom performance and no automatic graphics switching in an expensive package that underperforms its predecessor.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/21/2010
Rating: Total score: 62% performance: 70% features: 60% mobility: 50%

70% Asus EeePC 1201PN
Source: PC Mag Archive.org version
The Asus EeePC 1201PN is a little costlier than your average netbook, because you're paying a premium for more system memory and an Nvidia Ion chipset. Although graphics and battery scores improve, processor speed takes a hit with the new single-core Atom N450. Overall, the 1201PN is a very good 12-inch, oversized netbook, but I rather you wait for the dual-core version or go with the Lenovo IdeaPad S12. If you don't need the graphics horsepower or a bigger screen, go with a smaller netbook like the Editors' Choice Toshiba mini NB305-N410 or HP Mini 5102. You'll save some money, too.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 06/21/2010
Rating: Total score: 70%

70% Asus Eee PC 1201PN
Source: Laptop Mag Archive.org version
Asus and Nvidia deserve credit for improving on on the best 12-inch multimedia netbook. For $499, the Eee PC 1201PN offers longer battery life and better graphics performance than its predecessor. However, this system's CPU often feels like a bottleneck compared to the 1201N's dual-core CPU, as we often had to wait for that Windows 7 circle to stop spinning. We also want Asus to banish its stiff touch button in favor of something more comfortable. Overall, the 1201PN is a good value, but some may prefer the $599 ThinkPad X100e, which offers better ergonomics, more processing power, and slightly longer battery life (though higher temps and no HDMI). The Acer Aspire Timeline 1810TZ offers even better endurance, but weak graphics. Still, if you're on a budget, this Eee PC is a good bet. Or wait until September, when Asus will offer a mobile dual-core version of this machine paired with Nvidia's Optimus technology (which automatically switches between integrated and discrete graphics).
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/20/2010
Rating: Total score: 70%

86% Asus Eee PC 1201pn
Source: Computer Shopper Archive.org version
After much buzz, the first major update to Nvidia’s Ion graphics chipset is finally here. Nvidia calls it, prosaically, "Next-Generation Ion" (we'll term it "Ion 2" for short), and we got to test-drive it inside an Asus Eee PC 1201pn, a 12.1-inch netbook built around an Intel Atom N450 (Pine Trail) CPU. Equipped with Nvidia’s next-gen graphics and an Intel Pine Trail processor, this netbook offers excellent media playback and a roomy screen.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/01/2010
Rating: Total score: 86%

Foreign Reviews

Der kleine große Unterschied
Source: Mobile News - 5/10
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 12/01/2010

88% EeePC 1201PN
Source: PC Praxis - 10/10
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 10/01/2010
Rating: Total score: 88% price: 60%

65% Asus Eee PC 1201PN
Source: Chip.de - 1/11
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 10/01/2010
Rating: Total score: 65% performance: 52% features: 88% display: 67% mobility: 54% ergonomy: 67%

ASUS EEE 1201PN
Source: HardwareLuxx DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/23/2010
Rating: workmanship: 80% emissions: 60%

80% Test: ASUS Eee PC 1201PN (silber)
Source: Notebookinfo DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/30/2010
Rating: Total score: 80% performance: 70% display: 70% mobility: 80% ergonomy: 80% emissions: 90%

86% Brot und Spiele
Source: Connect - 9/10
Comparison, , Medium, Date: 08/01/2010
Rating: Total score: 86% performance: 100% features: 78% mobility: 91% ergonomy: 78%

70% Asus Eee PC 1201PN
Source: Notebookjournal DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/12/2010
Rating: Total score: 70% price: 70% performance: 70% features: 30% display: 30% mobility: 30% workmanship: 70% ergonomy: 50%

Zum Mitnehmen
Source: c't - 14/10
Comparison, , Long, Date: 06/01/2010
Rating: performance: 40% display: 40% mobility: 70% emissions: 70%

81% Asus Eee PC 1201PN
Source: MuyComputer ES→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 09/13/2010
Rating: Total score: 81%

Asus EeePC 1201PN. Nueva generación Ion
Source: Hispazone ES→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/15/2010
Rating: performance: 80% mobility: 90% workmanship: 80%

100% Asus Eee PC 1201PN
Source: 01Net FR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 05/27/2010
Rating: Total score: 100%

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NVIDIA ION 2: ION2 is a GT218 graphics chip for Pinetrail Atom systems (D510, D410, N450) with 8 or 16 shader cores depending on the platform (10", 12", desktop). Compared to ION 1, ION 2 is a dedicated graphics card (connected only by a PCIe 1x due to the Pinetrail limitations) based on the GeForce 305M / 310M. Supports PureVideo HD to decode HD videos.

Only some 3D games with very low demands are playable with these cards.

» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List.

Intel Atom: The Intel Atom series is a 64-Bit (not every model supports 64bit) microprocessor for cheap and small notebooks (so called netbooks), MIDs, or UMPCs. The speciality of the new architecture is the "in order" execution (instead of the usual and faster "out of order" execution). Therefore, the transistor count of the Atom series is much lower and, thus, cheaper to produce. Furthermore, the power consumption is very low. The performance per Megahertz is therfore worse than the old Pentium 3M (1,2 GHz on par with a 1.6 GHz Atom).

N450:

Intel Atom CPU for Netbooks with integrated memory controller and GMA 3150 GPU. The performance of the system should be only minimally faster than the previous Atom N280 / GMA 950 combination.

12.10":

This range of display format is largely the upper limit for tablets and the lower limit for subnotebooks.

The advantage of subnotebooks is that the entire laptop can be small in size and therefore easily portable. The tiny display has the added advantage of requiring little power, which further improves battery life and thus mobility. The disadvantage is that reading texts is exhausting for the eyes. High resolutions, which one is used to from a standard laptop, are almost not usable.

The same applies to tablets in this size range.

Asus: ASUSTeK Computer Inc. is a major Taiwanese computer hardware manufacturer based in Taipei, founded in 1989. Under the Asus brand name, the company manufactures a wide range of products, including laptops, desktops, motherboards, graphics cards, monitors, smartphones and networking equipment, complete systems and PC components for end users.

Under the ROG (Republic of Gamers) brand name, ASUS manufactures gaming laptops known by gamers for their powerful specifications, dedicated graphics cards, high refresh rate displays and advanced cooling systems.

Beyond gaming, a wide range of notebooks are offered for different needs and budgets, from ultra-slim and lightweight ultrabooks to versatile 2-in-1 convertibles and budget-friendly options. In 2023, Asus had a 7% global market share of the PC market.

Customer satisfaction with ASUS notebooks concerns performance, the features, and the good price-performance ratio of ASUS notebooks. However, as with any brand, there are occasional reports of problems such as overheating, driver compatibility, or build quality issues.

78%: This rating is not earth-shattering. This rating must actually be seen as average, since there are about as many devices with worse ratings as better ones. A purchase recommendation can only be seen with a lot of goodwill, unless it is about websites that generally rate strictly.

» Further information can be found in our Notebook Purchase Guide.

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