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OQO model e2 review

6.5

Editors' Rating

Good

Typical price:£ 1050

Verdict

Although the OQO model e2 is a nicely built UMPC with a neat docking station, we can't see it replacing the notebook in your briefcase or the handheld in your pocket... Read Full Review.

Pros

  • Small and stylish
  • Supports an external monitor resolution of 1,920 by 1,200

Cons

  • Lacks the RAM to run Windows Vista adequately
  • Too small to be a viable alternative to a notebook
  • Battery life could be better
  • Runs slightly hot

Key Specs

Processor manufacturer: Via
Processor model: C7M ULV
Clock speed: 1.6 GHz
RAM installed: 1024 MB
Wireless LAN: Atheros 802.11a/b/g
Wireless WAN: optional
Hard drive size: 120 GB
Graphics processor: VIA VX700 with integrated GPU
Display diagonal size: 5 in
Case form factor: sliding screen + QWERTY thumb keyboard
Dimensions (W x H x D): 14.3x2.6x8.4 cm
Weight: 0.454 kg
Operating system: Windows Vista Ultimate (Vista Business, XP Professional, XP Tablet PC Edition 2005 also available)

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