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LG X130 is a standard netbook and specifications, including the use of Windows XP SP3, a 1.6GHz Atom processor, a 10.1" 1024x600px screen, a 160GB HDD, and 1GB of DDR2 RAM.
Specifications
* Intel Atom N270 1.6GHz
* Windows XP Home Edition
* Intel GMA 950 Graphics
* 10.1" Glare WSVGA (1024x600 resolution)
* Wireless LAN 802.11 b/g/n
* 1GB DDR2 RAM
* 160GB HDD
* Built-in Webcam (1.3 MP)
* Bluetooth V2.1+EDR
* HD Audio, SRS TruSurround HD, SRS WOW HD
* 6 Cell Battery (Up to 7.2 hours battery life)
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Release date January, 2009
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Features
* LG Smart On - 5 seconds Instant Boot
* LG Smart Care Software
* Optional 3.75G
* Built-in 1.3 megapixel webcam
* Built-in mic
* Memory card reader
* VGA port
* 3 USB ports
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Competitors
MSRP $400.00
Released October, 2008
Pros
- great keyboard layout
- might be the one of the only 8.9" option available once Acer and Asus pull theirs from the market
- LG Intelligent Update (internet)
Cons
- hasn't been available in the NA market for the longest time
- 8.9" netbooks are on their way out due to poor usability compared to their 10" equivalents
- not a highly competitive price
LG X130
vs.
LG X110
MSRP $389.00
Released May, 2009
Pros
- cheap touchscreen option ($30)
- rugged build, won't scuff easily
- activity light can be incorporated into educational software / study programs, used to make sure students aren't fooling around
Cons
- heavy and thick compared to other netbooks
- poor battery life - an hour lower than the average
- targeted towards young students (K-8)
LG X130
vs.
Dell Latitude 2100
MSRP $499.00
Released November, 2008
Pros
- 6-Cell Li-Ion battery included as standard.
- >= 5hrs battery life reported by 'real world' reviews
- one of the nicest keyboards on a netbook to date
Cons
- More expensive than the MSI Wind and Lenovo S10
- Only Windows versions sold - i.e. No native Linux versions available !
- Screen hinges could be stiffer !
LG X130
vs.
Samsung NC10
MSRP $399.00
Released February, 2009
Pros
- affordable price
- improved keyboard with proper key locations
- includes wireless N and Bluetooth standard
Cons
- older 945GSE chipset
- better battery life, but no 720p
- standard disk drive creates more noise, heat, draws more power and is more prone to physical damage than solid state alternatives
- for jealousy reasons your friends will want to snatch it from you
LG X130
vs.
Asus Eee PC 1000HE
MSRP $379.00
Released December, 2008
Pros
- amazing full-sized laptop keyboard - blows away the competition which feature cramped and irregularly laid out keys
- uses the Atom over the older VIA C7 processors
- cheaper and more competitive for the netbook segment compared to last-gen product
Cons
- ditches the superior resolution of the Mini-Note (not even an option for the higher end models!)
- poor SSD and HDD options
- 10.2" model is pretty expensive for a netbook @ $699
LG X130
vs.
HP Mini 1000
MSRP $450.00
Released March, 2009
Pros
- great keyboard layout
- splashtop-based instant-on OS, for basic computing without the boot time of Windows XP
- matte enclosure finish - not a fingerprint magnet like almost every other netbook
Cons
- thicker and heavier than the majority of netbooks
- standard netbook fare
- expensive for what it is
LG X130
vs.
LG X120
MSRP $499.99
Released September, 2009
LG X130
vs.
BenQ Joybook Lite U101
MSRP $399.99
Released April, 2009
Pros
- thin and light (less than 3 pounds)
- attractive enclosure
- easy to use chicklet style keyboard
Cons
- poor sound - very tinny and quiet
- poor battery life compared to other netbooks
- late to market
LG X130
vs.
Toshiba mini NB200 Series
MSRP $330.00
Released April, 2009
The MSi Wind U123 is an upgrade of the U120 and its very successful parent - the U100. This netbook distinguishes itself with a significantly improved battery life and the novel addition of facial recognition software. The battery life of netbooks has always been a serious source of complaint, generated mostly by the slightly...
LG X130
vs.
MSi Wind U123
MSRP $349.00
Released March, 2009
Pros
- 720p res screen available
- good battery life
- small size for a 10" screen
Cons
- cramped keyboard
- can't upgrade memory past 1GB
LG X130
vs.
Dell Mini 10
MSRP $450.00
Released June, 2009
Pros
- affordable price
- 6-cell battery standard - ~6 hours of battery life
- first netbook from Acer (arguably any manufacturer) to be geared towards business users
Cons
- uses the slightly older N720 processor
- nothing to distinguish itself from other 10.1" netbooks
- doesn't approach the battery life of similarly priced models from other manufacturers
LG X130
vs.
Acer Aspire One 531h
MSRP $499.99
Released August, 2009
Pros
- WXGA 1366 x 768 on 10.1" display
- Wireless LAN IEEE 802.11 g/g/Draft n
- Large touch pad
Cons
- high price compared to similar offerings
- 3-cell battery - compared to those much larger on cheaper alternatives
- noisy fan
LG X130
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Sony VAIO W
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Pros
- Large netbook touchpad
- Keyboard is crisp and no deflect on use
- Small 6-cell battery
- Bluetooth
- Small/handy adaptor
- Properly spaced 2xUSB ports
Cons
- Glare screen
- No LED indicator for webcam
- Without battery installed, almost no gap below netbook for air intake. Also the intake opening is very limited.
- no infrared
- Small exhaust fan outlet
- Bevelled edge, not laptop skin friendly
- Not appealing coat finish (e.g. compared to LG X110).
- Graphic Card Intel GMA 945
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