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The C300 is a unique looking all-in-one desktop PC from Lenovo that is designed for everyday computing and value, especially since it combines the monitor and hardware into one unit. There are three different model versions of the C300. The most basic, the C300-30121AU, uses an Intel Atom 230 processor (1.6GHz) and has 1GB of RAM. Its hard drive capacity is 160GB and the video processing unit is Intel's integrated Graphics Media Accelerator 950. The display is a 20"-diagonal, 1600 x 900 resolution flat-panel FHD, and includes a 1.3-megapixel webcam. The C300 units all come with keyboard and mouse as well. The most basic version uses Windows XP Home. All of the models have DVD recordable optical drives, LAN networking cards and 1-year parts and labor warranty coverage. See below for model variation details.
MSRP $449.00
Release date May, 2009
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Common Features
- All-in-one form factor
- 20"-diagonal FHD flat-panel display
- LAN Network card
- DVD recording optical drive
- 1.3-megapixel webcam
- 1-year parts and labor warranty
Model Variations
C300-30121AU
- Intel Atom 230 Processor, 1.6GHz, 512KB cache
- Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 950
- 160GB hard disk
- 1GB PC2-5300 DDR2 SDRAM 667MHz
- Windows XP Home Edition
- MSRP: $449.99
C300-30121EU
- Intel Atom 230 Processor, 1.6GHz, 512KB cache
- Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 950
- 320GB hard disk
- 3GB PC2-5300 DDR2 SDRAM 667MHz
- Windows Vista Home Basic
- MSRP: $529.99
C300-30121DU
- Intel Atom 330 Processor, 1.6GHz, 1MB cache
- ATI HD 4530 M92-M+ video processor
- 640GB hard disk
- 4GB PC2-5300 DDR2 SDRAM 667MHz
- Windows Vista Home Premium
- MSRP: $699.99
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Lenovo C300-30121EU | Atom 230 - 320GB HDD - Vista Home Premium - 3GB RAM
• Lenovo C300 - 30121EU - Intel ATOM 230 ( 1.60GHz 533MHz 512KB )
Lenovo C300-30121DU | Atom 330 - 640GB HD - Vista Home Premium - 4GB RAM- ATI HD 4530 graphics
• Lenovo C300 - 30122DU - Intel ATOM 330 ( 1.60GHz 533MHz 1MB )
Lenovo C300-30121AU | Atom 230 - 160GB HDD - XP Home - 1GB RAM
• Lenovo C300 - 30121AU - Intel ATOM 230 ( 1.60GHz 533MHz 512KB )
• C300-30121AU Desktop
MPN: 30121AU
Lenovo C300-30122DU | Atom 330 - 640GB HD - Vista Home Premium - 4GB RAM - ATI HD 4530 graphics
• C300-30122DU Desktop
MPN: 30122DU
Competitors
MSRP $517.00
Released May, 2009
Pros
- affordable
- consumes very little electricity (30W), produces little heat
- cool volume/power nob
Cons
- far from a media PC despite the large screen size
- too weak for power users
- no CD/DVD drive
Lenovo C300
vs.
BenQ nScreen i91
MSRP $500.00
Released January, 2009
The MSi M19 is a low-end desktop PC that has the entire computer system built into the back of an LCD monitor; this particular type of computer is called a netbook. Due to the competitive pricing options and hardware benefits of similiar competitor models MSI has found itself right at the bottom of the...
Lenovo C300
vs.
MSi M19
MSRP $499.00
Released January, 2009
Pros
- dual core Atom processor
- smaller form factor
- competitive pricing
Cons
- somewhat restrictive RAM/HDD sizes
- not very pretty - looks a little rough
- no included accessories
Lenovo C300
vs.
Shuttle X50
MSRP $400.00
Released February, 2009
Pros
- strange yet decent resolution for a 15" monitor
- affordable price
- won't get hot or loud due to less powerful componentry
- strong enough for the majority of individuals - surfing the internet, watching media and e-mailing will work perfectly
Cons
- not powerful enough to play games or run CPU/RAM intensive programs
- not as streamlined and stylish as PCs such as the iMac or Sony Vaio JS/LV series
Lenovo C300
vs.
MSi M16
MSRP $399.99
Released July, 2009
Pros
- Cheap
- Integrated Wi-Fi
- Included Widescreen Monitor
- slick aesthetic
Cons
- Short lifespan
- Atom / Intel GMA combo - not fast enough for power usage (eg/ gaming, high definition media, etc...)
Lenovo C300
vs.
eMachines EZ1601-01
Reviews
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Pros
- good size display with respectable resolution (1600 x 900px - 720p capable)
- powerful enough for the casual user
- stylish aesthetic
- dual core and discrete graphics model available
- solid build quality
- affordably priced
- optical drive
- includes everything that is needed for a fully functioning computer
Cons
- wide variation of system components can be misleading to consumers
- not a touchscreen
- floral pattern looks cheap up close
- limited connectivity - only the basics
- self-contained unit - no ability to upgrade, expand or use parts once the machine breaks or becomes outdated
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