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Value for money (at time of purchase)	8.0
Overall rating	9.0

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Michal, Manchester , “advance user”

Score 9.0/10

+ I fully satisfied with this product. It do it's job, so for now I don't need nothing better and it's small size make it very easy movable. I like it.

- Only think what make me still problems is touch pad. Mostly every time I'm witting something, I touch it with my finger and move position of writing space. It will be great if it will have same button to turn it off/on when do you need it really.

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purchased 02 Jun 2009

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TechRadar expert review

The N80VC (¬£699 inc. VAT) is a midrange portable that combines powerful performance and battery life, and is only flawed by slightly limited graphics power. The 2.6kg chassis is one of the most compact in this group test, but is not quite as light as some. The 240-minute battery life is far more pleasing and lets you easily keep working for half the day while away from mains power.Stylish curvesThe unique curved design adds style. It's also a well-made chassis, and the sturdy build quality makes it a reliable choice for family use. The glossy finish is mixed, however. It looks great a…

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reviewed 29 Jan 2009

Pocket Lint expert review

We were promised when we reviewed the Asus N10 Netbook that there would be other laptops in the range, but we didn’t realise just how similar they’d look. The Asus N80VC features an identical glossy black bezel around its screen, and you’ll also find similar champagne-coloured plastics to the N10’s elsewhere on the chassis...

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reviewed 12 Nov 2008

Product Features

Screen Size in Inches	14.1
Screen size is measured diagonally from corner to corner.
Operating System	Windows Vista Home Premium
Software on which the device runs
Number of Cores	Dual
Computer processors are made up of 1 or more cores. Having multiple cores allows the computer to process more information at once making it faster.
Hard Disk Capacity in GB	320
Hard Disk capacity is measured in GBs which stands for Gigabytes. A gigabyte is 1000 MB or megabytes. The more GB you have the more info like photos and music you can store.
Screen Resolution (pixels)	WXGA
The number of pixels the screen has. The more you have, the more detail the screen can display, given a high quality source. A breakdown of resolutions can be found on Wikipedia here
Processor Brand	Intel
There are 2 main manufacturers of computer processors. They are Intel and AMD.
Processor	Core 2 Duo
This is the processor model range. Different types of processor have different types of functionality. For example Centrino processors are specifically designed to increase battery life in laptops.
Processor Number	P8400
This is the specific processor number in the processor range.
Processor Speed in MHz	2260
The processor is the driving force of your personal computer. The higher the number in Megahertz or Mhz the faster your computer will run. Don’t forget that other factors such as the number of cores will have an effect on speed.
USB Port	5
Socket for connecting devices such as a computers and other components
Integrated Webcam	Yes
A webcam is a small, in-built camera that allows you to record video to upload to popular sites like Youtube or have video chats with friends on Instant Messaging services.
WiFi	Yes
Wifi allows you to connect your device to wireless routers or modems which allows you to connect to broadband internet.
Bluetooth	Yes
Bluetooth is a technology for the wireless transfer of data such as contacts, photos and music between mobile phones, computers and a host of other Bluetooth enabled devices. Read more about Bluetooth on Wikipedia
Fingerprint Access	Yes
Fingerprint access offers you an extra layer of security on your computer and is essential for any budding secret agent.
Remote Control	No
DVD Writer	DVD-Writer
DVD Writers can be used to copy data, music, documents or films from your laptop, netbook or desktop computer, onto a blank DVD. DVD writers can also copy info onto blank CDs but CDs have a lower storage capacity. Normal DVD discs can store up to 4.7GB of info. DVD stands for Digital Versatile Disc.
Card Reader	8 in 1 Card Reader
A memory card reader allows you to connect various types of card such as SD Cards, MMC Cards or Compact Flash Cards to your laptop or desktop computer. Memory Card Readers are extremely useful for photographers as it allows you to quickly transfer your snaps from camera to machine meaning you can have them uploaded to your favourite website or printed out in a matter of minutes.
Weight (kg)	2.6

Brand of Graphic Chip	nVidia
Graphics cards in desktop computers and graphics chips in laptops are manufactured by 3 main companies: Intel, ATI and nVidia. If you want to play modern games aim for an ATI or nVidia card or chip. Intel cards and chips work perfectly for general laptop use, video playback and older computer games.
Graphic Card or Chip	9300MGS
This is the range and model number of the graphics card or chip in your desktop or laptop computer
Graphics Memory (MB)	512

Firewire	Yes
TV Output	Yes
UMTS	No

Laptop Buyers' Guide

Manufacturer's Description

Designed specifically for professionals in mind, the ASUS N80 comes with a 14.1" display powered by a standalone NVIDIA GeForce 9 Series graphics card with up to 1 GB of VRAM, complemented by Dolby Surround decoding to deliver impressive sound quality that is sure to impress in any business or personal situation.

Smart Technology – Class Leading Audio Visual Experience

Enjoy rich cinematic audio performance for audio enjoyment with Dolby Surround systems and Altec Lansing Speakers. Get true-to-life audio performance for enhanced digital entertainment experience.

Smart Technology – Quick Logons through Facial Recognition

Continuing with the tradition of breaking tradition, ASUS introduces a whole new way in which users logon to their computers—through facial recognition. The SmartLogon system detects the user’s face and logs on without any intervention from the user. This system is designed to learn the variations of the user’s facial features, and is capable of performing detection in different lighting conditions.

Smart Looks – Cutting-edge Style

In designing the N Series notebooks, ASUS utilized cutting-edge technologies, particularly in the use of ASUS Infusion Technology which creates a scratch-resistant panel that retains its sheen even after prolonged use. Boasting a streamlined exterior with shiny metal-like inlaid patterns inspired by modernist art-deco, N Series notebooks deliver performance with style.

Smart Technology – Smart Bootups in 8 Seconds and Fast Internet Connectivity with Express Gate

In addition to the unique technologies and software features, N80Vc unveils the latest Express Gate that empowers users with the simplest usage experience. This additional built-in operating system enables ultra fast boot up for access to a host of most commonly used features, including web browser, instant messenger, Skype, photo manager, music player and online gaming.

*subject to system configuration

Smart Security – RF Biometric Fingerprint Reader

ASUS N80Vc incorporates an AuthenTec fingerprint sensor with TruePrint® technology, which enables the sensor to reliably read virtually everyone´s fingerprint every time. TruePrint technology uses small RF signals to detect the unique fingerprint patterns beneath the skin´s surface where the true fingerprint resides. For the most accurate reading, the AuthenTec fingerprint sensor scans fingerprint patterns from the live layer of the skin, bypassing many common skin surface conditions.