Samsung NC NC20-KA02 Netbook 30.7 cm (12.1") 1 GB DDR2-SDRAM Windows XP Home Edition Black

Samsung NC NC20-KA02 Netbook 30.7 cm (12.1") 1 GB DDR2-SDRAM Windows XP Home Edition Black

Brand : Samsung
Product family : NC
Product name : NC20-KA02
Product code : NP-NC20-KA02US
Category : Laptops ✚
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Long product name Samsung NC NC20-KA02 Netbook 30.7 cm (12.1") 1 GB DDR2-SDRAM Windows XP Home Edition Black :
NC20-KA02, VIA Nano ULV U2250, 1024 RAM DDR2, 160 GB HDD 5400 RPM, 12.1" WVGA, Bluetooth 2.0 + EDR, 1.3 MP Webcam, Wi-Fi
Samsung NC NC20-KA02 Netbook 30.7 cm (12.1") 1 GB DDR2-SDRAM Windows XP Home Edition Black :
Shop online, surf the web and chat with ease. Weighing only 3.3 lbs. and with 1 GB of RAM, the NC20 netbook gives you the freedom to accomplish more on the go. Enjoy images filled with bold, vibrant colors on a glossy LCD screen with 1280 x 800 resolution. The NC20 netbook is an affordable mobile solution ideal for all your online needs.

larger screen size
Provides a full screen resolution compared to small mini notebooks with a 12.1" LED wide screen display, supporting a WXGA (1280 x 800) resolution that is exactly the same as a normal 12.1" notebook.

video-conferencing
An integrated 1.3 megapixel digital motion camera* makes it easier than ever to keep in touch with friends and family, using video-conferencing or live messaging.
*Based on factory specifications.

97% full size keyboard
You never have to make compromises to stay productive with a SAMSUNG notebook pc. 97% full-size keyboards make it easy to type no matter where you are.

ready to go
The NC20 is designed to go almost anywhere. With a weight of only 3.3 lbs., it increases your possibilities whether your are at home, your favorite cafe, traveling or wherever your internet access takes you.

long battery life
Maximize your shopping productivity and surf the web for hours on end. The 6-cell lithium battery provides revolutionary battery life with up to 6 hours of continuous use.

fully featured for simple data sharing
Enables simple data sharing with a host of advanced connectivity tools, including a 3 in 1 memory card reader, 3 built-in USB ports and Bluetooth 2.0+EDR (Enhanced Data Reader)*.
*Based on factory specifications
Short summary description Samsung NC NC20-KA02 Netbook 30.7 cm (12.1") 1 GB DDR2-SDRAM Windows XP Home Edition Black :
Samsung NC NC20-KA02, 1.3 GHz, 30.7 cm (12.1"), 1280 x 800 pixels, 1 GB, Windows XP Home Edition, Black
Long summary description Samsung NC NC20-KA02 Netbook 30.7 cm (12.1") 1 GB DDR2-SDRAM Windows XP Home Edition Black :
Samsung NC NC20-KA02. Product type: Netbook. Processor frequency: 1.3 GHz. Display diagonal: 30.7 cm (12.1"), Display resolution: 1280 x 800 pixels. Internal memory: 1 GB, Internal memory type: DDR2-SDRAM. Operating system installed: Windows XP Home Edition. Product colour: Black. Weight: 1.5 kg

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Specs

Design
Product type	Netbook
Product colour	Black

Display
Display diagonal	30.7 cm (12.1")
Display resolution	1280 x 800 pixels
Native aspect ratio	16:10

Processor
Processor frequency	1.3 GHz
Processor cache	1 MB
Processor cache type	L2
Processor front side bus	800 MHz

Memory
Internal memory	1 GB
Internal memory type	DDR2-SDRAM
Memory layout (slots x size)	1 x 1 GB
Memory slots	1x SO-DIMM

Storage
HDD speed	5400 RPM
HDD size	2.5"
SSD capacity	160 GB
Optical drive type
Card reader integrated
Compatible memory cards	MMC, SD, SDHC

Graphics
Maximum graphics card memory	0.128 GB

Audio
Audio system	HD
Number of built-in speakers	2
Speaker power	1.5 W
Built-in microphone

Camera
Front camera resolution (numeric)	1.3 MP

Network
Wi-Fi
Ethernet LAN
Bluetooth
Bluetooth version	2.0+EDR

Ports & interfaces
USB 2.0 ports quantity	3
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports	1
VGA (D-Sub) ports quantity	1
Microphone in
ExpressCard slot

Keyboard
Pointing device	Touchpad
Keyboard number of keys	82

Software
Trial software	McAfee Internet Security 9.0
Operating system installed	Windows XP Home Edition
Bundled software	Adobe Acrobat Reader 8

Battery
Battery technology	Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Number of battery cells	6
Battery capacity	5900 mAh

Power
AC adapter power	40 W

Security
Cable lock slot
Cable lock slot type	Kensington

Weight & dimensions
Width	292.1 mm
Depth	30.5 mm
Height	216 mm
Weight	1.5 kg

Other features
Wireless technology	802.11 b/g
Dimensions (WxDxH)	292.1 x 30.5 x 216 mm
Modem type

Reviews

Updated:
2011-08-17 21:17:52

Average rating:79

Uk has collected 44 expert reviews for Samsung NC NC20-KA02 Netbook 30.7 cm (12.1") 1 GB DDR2-SDRAM Windows XP Home Edition Black and the average expert rating is 79 of 100. The average score reflects the expert community’s view on this product. Click below and use Uk to see all ratings, product awards and conclusions.

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electricpig.co.uk

Updated:
2011-08-17 21:17:49

Average rating:60

Netbooks need to rock 10–inch screens right? Wrong. The Samsung NC20 is the latest in a growing line of netbooks that are kissing goodbye to screens that cause dangerous levels of squinting. The NC20 rocks a 12–inch screen and makes looking at the web...

Large screen for web browsing...
Sluggish, heavy, expensive...
A nice idea, but one that doesn't quite come off...

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pcadvisor.co.uk

Updated:
2011-08-17 21:17:49

Average rating:70

Product Code: NP-NC20-KA01UK The Samsung NC20 is an upscale netbook that is almost as bulky as a standard laptop, without the full features. Netbooks are all the rage these days, and some companies, such as Dell, are practically giving them away. So...

So the Samsung NC20 is a decent netbook with solid performance. But why bother with a netbook, when you can get a full-featured laptop thats a little heavier but costs less? If youre hell-bent on a 12in screen, consider Lenovos IdeaPad S12 (an nVid...

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businesscomputingworld.co.uk

Updated:
2011-08-17 21:17:50

Average rating:0

I was very surprised by Samsung’s move to ditch Intel’s popular Atom processor in favour of VIA’s Nano alternative in its latest netbook, but in reality it doesn’t make a blind bit of difference to the end-user experience. Intel’s Atom processor rule...

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techradar.com

Updated:
2011-08-17 21:17:50

Average rating:90

del.icio.us reddit! TechBlips Facebook Stumbleupon Newsvine tweet Traditional logic dictates that in the technology world everything gets smaller over time. Indeed, this has remained true in the laptop sphere, culminating in the rise and rise of the ne...

Gorgeous panel, Decent battery life...
Relatively high cost, Slightly slower than an Atom...

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wired.co.uk

Updated:
2011-08-17 21:17:50

Average rating:90

It's not quite a netbook, not quite an ultralight PC. Whatever it is, Samsung's NC20 is a dazzling feat of engineering: an extremely usable 12-inch laptop with epic battery life, impressive specs and a mystifyingly affordable price tag.The NC20 takes m...

expertreviews.co.uk

Updated:
2011-08-17 21:17:52

Average rating:80

Samsungs NC20 is one of only two netbooks here with a 12.1in screen. This means its a little heavier than the 10in netbooks here at 1.5kg, but its not that much bigger. The larger display means a resolution of 1,280x800 pixels, which is higher th...

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itreviews.com

Updated:
2011-08-17 21:17:52

Average rating:0

The large screen cuts battery life a little compared to some other netbooks, but its still impressive and the extra resolution and larger keyboard are helpful for prolonged use. VIAs Nano CPU performs quite well and overall the laptop is well though...

igizmo.co.uk

Updated:
2011-08-17 21:17:52

Average rating:80

A great screen, lots of battery life, and a low price. What more could you ask? Bags of battery life / Good screen / Price Not great looking / Relatively slow You've got to hand it to Samsung. It took its time, waited to see if this new-fangled netbook...

Bags of battery life, Good screen, Price...
Not great looking, Relatively slow...

zdnet.co.uk

Updated:
2011-08-17 21:17:52

Average rating:85

Samsungs 12.1in. NC20 performs significantly better than netbooks based on Intels Atom processor, thanks to its VIA Nano CPU. Battery life is also excellent, at up to six hours.

Highresolution 1,280by800pixel display, Ergonomic keyboard, Good performance from VIAs Nano processor, Long battery life, Easily expandable memory...
Reflective display with only average brightness...
Samsungs 12.1in. NC20 performs significantly better than netbooks based on Intels Atom processor, thanks to its VIA Nano CPU. Battery life is also excellent, at up to six hours...

alphr.com

Updated:
2011-08-17 21:17:52

Average rating:83

You've got to hand it to Samsung. It took its time, waited to see if this new-fangled netbook thing would catch on with consumers and then, when it was clear we were all hooked, dropped the original NC10 on an eager market. It was (and still is) an exc...

It's not perfect, but six-hour battery life, fine performance and a superb display make Samsung's grown-up netbook a force to be reckoned with...

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alphr.com

Updated:
2011-08-17 21:17:52

Average rating:83

You've got to hand it to Samsung. It took its time, waited to see if this new-fangled netbook thing would catch on with consumers and then, when it was clear we were all hooked, dropped the original NC10 on an eager market. It was (and still is) an exc...

It's not perfect, but six-hour battery life, fine performance and a superb display make Samsung's grown-up netbook a force to be reckoned with...

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pcauthority.com.au

Updated:
2011-11-05 20:58:48

Average rating:83

Samsungs NC-20 gives every appearance of an exceptionally well-balanced netbook. Good looks, a fine screen and a comfy keyboard is a template for success that Samsung has employed for this rather svelte 1.51kg netbook.In fact, it takes netbook design...

With only Dells disappointing Inspiron Mini 12 so far released, Samsung doesnt have a great deal of competition at this size. The NC20 has six-hour battery life, fine performance and a superb display...

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pcworld.com_techhive.com

Updated:
2011-08-17 21:17:49

Average rating:77

Netbooks are all the rage these days, and some companies, like Dell, are practically giving them away. Would You Buy This? 0Yes 0No Samsung NP-NC20 Test Scores Overall 77 Performance 82 Features 77 Design 73 Full Test Report » Before You Buy How to Buy...

Large screen for a netbook, Good battery Life...
A bit beefy, Pricey for its class...

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Bit-Tech.net

Updated:
2011-08-17 21:17:50

Average rating:80

Samsung didn't rush into the netbook market right away. Instead, the company took the cautious route and waited to see whether there was demand for this new class of device before taking the plunge. That decision was, by all accounts, the right on...

Samsung has continued the success it had with the excellent NC10 and applied it to a new, slightly bigger form factor with completely different guts inside. For one reason or another, Samsung isn’t actively pushing the NC20, which is something we fi...

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pcmag.com

Updated:
2011-08-17 21:17:50

Average rating:80

Finding a netbook with a decent-size screen is almost as difficult as finding one with a full-size keyboard. The Samsung NC20 (21GBK), however, is currently the only netbook that comes with both, and its one of maybe three netbooks that house a 12-...

Big 12-inch widescreen. Desirable 1,280-by-800 screen resolution. Full-size keyboard. Performance is better than expected. Very portable. Big battery.
Bland design. A bit pricey for a netbook.
Despite a slightly bloated price tag, the Samsung NC20 (21GBK) is the only netbook that has both a 12-inch widescreen and a full-size keyboard...

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Techreport.com

Updated:
2011-08-17 21:17:50

Average rating:0

If youre a regular reader around here, you no doubt know that we like us some netbooks. Shiny little computers, so cute and cheap. Weve hailed the trend from its early days and enjoyed watching the products mature into truly desirable little mobile P...

In a market populated by shrinky-dink netbooks with low-res displays for under 400 bucks, hulking bottom-feeder laptops for $750 with severely compromised mobility, and svelte ultraportables hovering near the daunting two-grand mark, the Samsung NC20 i...

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wired.com

Updated:
2011-08-17 21:17:50

Average rating:90

Its not quite a netbook, not quite an ultralight PC. Whatever it is, Samsungs NC20 is a dazzling feat of engineering: an extremely usable 12-inch laptop with epic battery life, impressive specs and a downright mystifyingly affordable price tag.The NC...

Slaps the netbook market upside the head with the holy trinity of notebook virtues: performance, portability, and play time (nearly four hours on a charge). VIA Nano processor runs circles around Intel Atom found in most netbooks. Full complement of featu...
LCD is on the dim side. Looks won't incite envy in the executive lounge — can't we have cheap and sexy?...

notebookreview.com

Updated:
2011-08-17 21:17:51

Average rating:0

The Samsung NC20 is a 12.1" netbook and larger brother to the 10" NC10. The NC20 offers a larger nearly-full-size keyboard, large 6-cell battery, WXGA resolution display, and the VIA Nano platform. Since the last VIA-based netbook in our office was t...

Nice display, Keyboard is excellent for a netbook, Modest battery life, Great performance from a VIA platform...
Poor speaker performance...
The 12.1" Samsung NC20 is a netbook that is just on the fringe of being the same size as regular notebooks. It offers a large keyboard, higher resolution screen than most netbooks, and long battery life that you would expect from a ULV platform. With a re...

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techworld.com

Updated:
2011-08-17 21:17:51

Average rating:0

It's marketed as a netbook, but is the Samsung NC20 really more a clever re-invention of the budget laptop in a lighter, cheaper less compromised form?It's worth mentioning this from the off because most reviews have compared this machine with other ne...

The XP-only NC20 currently has one main rival at the same screen size, Dell's Mini 12, which can be bought in Ubuntu Linux or XP versions. The Ubuntu version is a bit cheaper than the XP of course, but the main difference is that the Samsung has a larg...

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notebookcheck.net

Updated:
2011-08-17 21:17:51

Average rating:88

The NC20, the successor to the popular NC10, has been recently released by the Korean giant, Samsung. The netbook has a 12 inch display and uses, contrary to the general trend, a CPU and a graphics chip from VIA. In this review, we will compare the N...

Good design, Good case sturdiness, The guarantee can be extended to up to 48 months, Userfriendly, comfortable to use input devices, Low heat and sound emissions, Good battery life...
Glaretype display makes outdoor use hard, A UMTS version is not available yet...
Off / Standby 0 / 0 WattIdle 11.9 / 14 / 17.6 WattLoad 31.1 / 32.2 WattKey min, med, maxBattery LifeReaders testClassic testEquipped with a high performance 57 Wh Lithium-Ion battery, the NC20 can run for a decent amount of time. As the case of the lapt...

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computershopper.com

Updated:
2011-08-17 21:17:51

Average rating:85

Some might argue that Samsungs NC20 isnt really a netbook, with its spacious 12.1-inch screen and full-size, notebook-style keyboard. But its VIA Nano processor, long battery life, lack of an optical drive, and basic selection of ports pe...

Excellent keyboard; higher screen resolution than typical netbooks; good performance; large touch pad; very good battery life...
Subpar multitasking; cant keep up with HD video playback...
The NC20’s excellent keyboard, larger screen, and long battery life make it the perfect notebook for long stints of heavy typing. Single-application performance ranges from good to excellent, though multitaskers will want to stick with an Atom&ndash...

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Laptopmag.com

Updated:
2011-08-17 21:17:52

Average rating:80

Editors’ Note: The Samsung NC20 we reviewed was imported from Korea. Our unit had Korean Windows XP, a Korean keyboard, and a smaller-capacity battery than what will be offered in the United States. We will update this review, and reserve the right to...

Bright, glossy 12.1-inch screen, Full-size keyboard, Loud speakers, Excellent Wi-Fi performance...
Thicker than 10-inch netbooks, Long boot time for an XP netbook, 5200-mAh battery offers below-average performance for six-cell battery netbook...
The Samsung NC20 blurs the line between netbooks and low-cost ultraportables. While the VIA Nano processor isn’t as powerful as a mainstream Core 2 Duo CPU, it provides similar if not slightly better performance than Intel’s current Atom offer...

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