Today, many hesitate in choosing which brand is worth buying a laptop, because they are all at first glance beautiful, practical, that you just get lost in the choice. It is in order to make it easier for you to decide on the choice, and to evaluate all the pros and cons of laptops, there is a testlab that conducts test operations with laptops of different brands. This article will acquaint you in detail with a laptop of the famous Asus brand, the Eee PC 1215N model. Asus laptops are built on the nVidia ION 2 platform, the manufacturer guarantees that laptops can easily work with HD-video, as well as can cope with many different video games. It was for the veracity of their words that the test lab of the ASUS Eee PC 1215N laptop was arranged.
As a standard, the ASUS Eee PC 1215N is packed with nothing special from the factory, something that is not found in other laptop components. Namely, here you can find the netbook itself, the weight of which is 1210 g, a 6-cell battery, which increases the weight of the laptop by 313 g. There is also a power supply unit with a network cable that also increases the weight of the netbook by 200 grams. The complete set of the netbook has such necessary manuals and instructions for use, you can also find a protective fabric cover here, and of course a one-year warranty for ASUS Eee PC 1215N. Immediately we can note the first plus in the package, this is the fact that there is, although the simplest, but a cover, since few netbook users buy special bags for it, almost everyone simply carries it in bags, which exposes the netbook to a quick overwrite. Immediately from the factory, the netbook is installed home extended Russian Windows 7. The Eee PC 1215N netbook does not have installation discs that restore the program. But this cannot be called a minus, since the netbook does not have a drive for disks. Netbook manufacturers have solved this problem with a hidden partition, which is located on the hard disk, it is on it that all the information necessary for restoring the program is stored. The alternative netbook system ASUS Eee PC 1215N has remained the same ExpressGate familiar to many. Probably not many people know that ExpressGate is a software shell that is built into the flash memory itself. PERFORMANCE The performance of the ASUS Eee PC 1215N netbook lies in two main storage areas, the Intel Atom D525 processor, which has two cores. As well as the graphics subsystem nVidia ION 2. The processor of the netbook uses HyperThreading technology and easily performs calculations in 4 threads. It is this detail that improves the performance of the netbook. The volume of cache memory of the netbook can be attributed to the second level, it is 1 mb. The netbook works according to standard instructions such as SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, 64-bit computing is supported here. The biggest plus in all of the above is the power consumption, which runs at 13W, which is double the single-core Atom N475. This detail made the pros that the processor of the netbook, even in reading mode, works at maximum cleanliness. The processor price is also encouraging, as it is only $ 63. If we compare the D525 with its predecessor Atom 330, we can immediately notice that the purity of each core has increased by 200 MHz, due to the fact that the graphics and memory controller has increased. The new Atom D525 in the test showed its superior performance, which was 10-12% higher than that of the Atom 330. The Intel Atom D525 processor built into the ASUS Eee PC 1215N netbook has a built-in memory controller that supports two types of standards, DDR2 and DDR3. The netbook has two memory sticks, the size of which is 1 GB. These strips work in a single channel mode, and there is absolutely no point in using them two at the same time. The amount of RAM of the netbook is quite sufficient, so that it would be possible to work normally with various applications. Many may consider the disadvantage that the memory card can be expanded only up to 4 GB. When we tested the memory and cache of Everest, a minus immediately became noticeable, because in operation their bandwidth decreased to 6.4 GB / s. The graphics subsystem of the netbook contains a hybrid solution that is combined with nVidia Optimus technology. The ASUS EeePC 1215N netbook has two video systems that never switch, and the image on the netbook always works using the built-in graphics editor of the processor itself. Discrete HDMI is only enabled when the netbook needs to output a picture via a digital interface and increase performance. On the ASUS EeePC 1215N netbook, you can turn on the priority adapter modes, built-in or discrete, at will. VIDEO SUBSYSTEM The graphic equipment of the ASUS EeePC 1215N netbook is an Intel GMA 3150 adapter built into the processor. It has been updated for the third time, however, one cannot firmly state that something has changed so much from its predecessors, because it is practically one to one is like the GMA 950 adapter. In the video adapter of the ASUS EeePC 1215N netbook, we can see the GT 218 chip, we did not notice any significant improvements in the graphics level, but it has 16 shaders, 50% of which can be disabled. The video adapter has 512 MB of built-in memory, which operates on a 64-bit bus. The graphic core of the netbook works without problems at 405 (10 "), 475 (12") or 535 MHz. The ASUS EeePC 1215N netbook can proudly declare its high-quality graphics work, as there is a PureVideo HD video decoding system with HD content. When you watch text clips, it is then that you can feel the usefulness of the graphics adapter. Although if the bitrate values are too high, then you will notice a deterioration in playback, the sound has the quality to be interrupted or delayed, and the processor, which has low performance, becomes the culprit for all these problems. For the ASUS EeePC 1215N netbook, only text clips whose bitrate does not exceed 10 Mbps will not be a problem in reading. Due to the fact that the chipset has a limitation, the adapter can only be used via PCIe 1x. However, the netbook manufacturer boldly claims that ION 2 has special optimizations that help to minimize the traffic that is distributed between the processor and the graphics controller. You won't be able to play cool toys on the ASUS EeePC 1215N netbook, but the strategy will be quite functional with an average complexity. The ASUS EeePC 1215N netbook has a well-balanced Windows benchmark system, it has high ratings among users. The processor can easily score 3.5 points, while its single-core predecessor boasts only 2.6 points. However, the ASUS EeePC 1215N netbook cannot say that it has no weak link, the integrated graphics bring the netbook, another disadvantage. BODY If we consider the design of the case of the ASUS EeePC 1215N netbook, we will see that it practically does not differ from its predecessors, on the contrary, at first glance, the case of the 1215N netbook cannot be distinguished from the 1201. The only difference is that now the designers have expanded the color gamut, which is a plus silver was added to the usual black color. On the box of the netbook, you can also notice that there are two more colors for the netbook, brown and red, but these colors do not exist on the market. Although who knows, maybe the company plans to release these colors as well, so perhaps in the near future we will see the red ASUS EeePC 1215N netbook on our store shelves. The color test of the netbook also showed its drawbacks, as both silver and black are not very practical for a netbook that is used every day. The fact is that the case is covered with gloss, and if not cared for properly, the netbook looks awkward.Traces of dirt, dust, and fingerprints are very noticeable after just a few minutes of work, they are especially strong in the eyes near the keyboard footstep, as well as on the frame that frames the matrix. It is also worth noting that the ASUS EeePC 1215N netbook is too thick for its size. In the manufacture of the case, there is only plastic, there is not a single gram of metal interspersed here. The body itself is assembled harmoniously, it does not have any nagging, and no modifications. The battery of the netbook stands out slightly downward, and on the very bottom you can see the hole for the RAM. KEYBOARD AND TACHPAD The keyboard of the ASUS EeePC 1215N netbook is absolutely no different from all its predecessors, which were released by ASUS. The only noticeable difference is that the keyboard itself is located much higher to the screen. With this seemingly insignificant detail, the netbook earns a plus, since now the area of the palmster has increased, and, accordingly, the size of the touchpad. The ASUS EeePC 1215N netbook is proud to announce that its keyboard was no longer so soft that it jumped like a trampoline when pressed. ASUS today has achieved higher keyboard rigidity. It is also pleasing that the letters of different languages on the keyboard are applied in different colors. The keyboard of the netbook is very comfortable, the familiarity of all the keys has remained in the places familiar to all of us, and the distance between the keys is so great that you will not press the next key, even if you do not look at the keyboard from memory. The size of the touchpad has increased to 84x50 millimeters, thanks to this increase, the touchpad has become more convenient to use. Chrome inserts frame the sides of the touchpad. The only drawback of the touchpad was the button, which is only one located at the bottom, already at the first press, you can immediately notice that the button on the left side is pressed much easier than on the right. The multi-touch function also did not bring any changes, horizontal and vertical scrolling is performed with finger movements in the direction you need. PORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS The ASUS EeePC 1215N netbook interface kit includes a standard kit. All of the various connectors are found on the sides of the netbook. There is an open cover along the entire perimeter on the rear edge, which did not allow placing any connectors, but the front edge has a too thin side. If you look at the left side of the netbook, you will see D-SUB (VGA), HDMI and USB 2.0 connectors as well as a SD / MMC card reader. On the right side are RJ-45 connectors, 2 x USB 2.0, as well as audio connectors. The ASUS EeePC 1215N netbook can be considered a feature and, most importantly, its pride with its wireless communication systems. Nothing special can be said about Wi-Fi connections, it is the most common and no different from its predecessors. The same cannot be said about the built-in Bluetooth adapter, which has the new 3.0 standard. Bluetooth 3.0 + HS. This system has combined 2 radio systems, one of which is responsible for high-speed data transfer of 3 Mb / s, the main feature of which is considered to be its low power consumption. The second system can transmit data at 24 Mbps. The choice between these two transfer systems the netbook chooses for itself, and it lies in what kind of file size you transfer. DISPLAY About the display of the ASUS EeePC 1215N netbook, nothing can be said about what the model could boast of, it remains the same as in all previously released models, with a diagonal of 12.1, The matrix of the netbook is covered with gloss, which brings with it various kinds of troubles ... Even though the matrix has LED backlighting, the brightness still leaves much to be desired. The maximum brightness can only be set to 142 nit mode. Although the plus is still worth noting, since all predecessors have displays that could not boast of this. The contrast of the netbook is also not very high, but if you pay attention to the lack of colors and brightness, normal contrast would still not change the situation.There were no shortcomings in the horizontal viewing angles of the matrix, so here we can say that everything is fine for a netbook. The problem only arises when you strongly tilt the lid back, then the color inversion occurs, but this does not interfere much, besides, you will still not be able to tilt the lid more than 130 degrees. HDD The hard drive on the netbook is worth the proven WD Blue Scorpio. Its volume can be a pleasant surprise, since 320 GB is usually not seen on netbooks. However, even here a minus was found. This disadvantage is expressed in the fact that the drive cannot work at high speeds during data transfer, and also takes a long access time. Another disadvantage can be determined after when you try to fix this problem yourself and increase the speed of work, you will understand that nothing can be done, and that these attempts can lead to even worse work. HEAT RELEASE The ASUS EeePC 1215 netbook has excellent performance in the cooling system, during testing the netbook was used for a long time, various exhausting tests were carried out, and more than once it did not turn out to overheat. It is also worth noting that the cooling system is not too noisy. To assess the temperature inside the case of a netbook, it is worth using the CPUID Hardware Monitor program. It is her screenshot that shows the slightest changes in temperature. BATTERY The ASUS EeePC 1215 netbook can proudly state that it is equipped with an excellent battery that allows the netbook to work for a long time in autonomous mode. The Eee PC has a lithium-ion battery with a capacity of 56 Wh (10.95 V, 5200 mAh). In order to charge such a powerful battery, a 40 W power supply unit is not at all large. The power supply has a two-wire power cord and a thin plug. The power supply is not grounded. In order to determine exactly how much a netbook can run on battery, several tests were carried out that showed that in classic mode with a matrix brightness of 100%, with high performance, and with Wi-Fi turned on, the netbook was able to work for 3 hours and 47 minutes. On completion of this test, a read-mode test was performed. Now the netbook was switched to the brightness of the matrix backlight by 40%, the power saving mode was turned on, and Wi-Fi continued to work in the same way. With these parameters, the netbook worked for 5 hours and 55 minutes. When the brightness of the matrix was returned to 100%, the volume was turned on to the maximum point, balanced mode was turned on, Wi-Fi was turned on, and at the same time a movie was played. With these parameters the netbook worked for 3 hours 53 minutes. In 3 hours and 40 minutes, a fully discharged battery took a full charge. Many will immediately notice a minus in the duration of battery charging, although this is more likely a minus not in the battery, but in the power supply unit, which has a low power. It may seem to many that the battery does not pull out the autonomous time that even simpler netbooks do. However, it is worth noting the computing capabilities that were provided to us by the ASUS EeePC 1215 netbook, so the battery life should not be considered a disadvantage. At the end of the test of the ASUS EeePC 1215N netbook, we can safely say that this is a strong model, which includes a dual-core processor, discrete graphics. It is this netbook that will become an irreplaceable thing for people who need it to work every day. The case of the netbook cannot boast of its practicality, but it can safely declare its durability. The ION 2 platform will not allow cool computer toys to be played, but HD content will slightly raise the ratings that video games have dropped. However, the minus will still remain in the image of a low-quality display. OUTPUT In the list of pros and cons, you can highlight the following details: Pros: - nVidia ION 2; - comfortable keyboard; - support for Bluetooth 3.0; - DDR3 support; - ExpressGate support; - Quiet and efficient cooling system. Minuses: - poor quality display; - impractical body; - long battery charging time; - desktop processor; - Chipset limitations.
