How To Buy a Netbook Like a Pro

Not all netbooks are created equal. Companies such as MSI, Acer, Asus, and Lenovo are trying very hard to outdo each other in this market. And while the prices are very close, you still have to pay attention to the smallest details if you want to get the biggest bang for your netbook buck. Netbooks may be cheap, but that doesn’t mean you should settle for low-quality ones. Here is how you should compare netbooks to find the one that is right for you:

• Performance: most netbooks use an Atom N cheap. There are a few netbooks that use other CPUs. Either way, you want to make sure you know what you are getting with your netbook. Don’t expect your netbook to be as fast as a Quad-core PC, but 1.6 Ghz CPUs provide you with enough power to get work done on your netbook.
• Screen: we’ve got tiny netbooks (10″ screen size) and super-tiny netbooks (8″ screen). I don’t know about you, but I can’t imagine using an 8″ netbook. Know what you are comfortable with before buying your next netbook.
• Weight: while all netbooks are designed to be highly portable, some are more portable than others. Take time to find out how much your netbook weighs before spending money on it.
• Wireless: most netbooks come with wireless G connection these days, but if you are looking for speed, you may want to go for those few that have wireless N adapters.
• Battery: netbooks are designed for folks who are constantly on the go. You should shoot for netbooks that can go for 5 or more hours without needing you to recharge.

You should also take time to review what others have to say about the netbook you intend to buy to make sure you are not getting a netbook that looks good on the paper but performs terribly. Customer reviews are extremely important when buying electronics and netbooks are no different. The price can also be a factor here but thankfully most netbooks are affordable.

Your take: what do you look for in your next netbook?