MSI WIND U100
Written by Lee
The MSI Wind U100 Netbook is a variant entry delivering on nearly all of MSI’s early promises. MSI Wind U100 is a remarkably balanced piece of engineering that harnesses those who travel frequently and want to be productive while on the go. In order to see whether MSI has constructed a creditable competitor in the U100 you have to fasten your seat belt and take a read through this review done by our experts.
Large Screen Display
The MSI Wind U100 houses a comfortably sized 10″ widescreen without impinging on portability with 1024 x 600 pixels resolution. It offers outstanding viewing angles and is one of the best-looking screens seen on a portable system. Colours are sharp, realistic and skin tones are very good. Another point that makes the MSI Wind U100 different from other netbooks is the screen brightness. At 50% the U100 is equivalent to the maximum level of brightness the competitors have to display. The screen quality is the main point of concern in most notebooks and the MSI Wind U100 does not disappoint us in this case.
Processor Performance
As far as performance is concerned, the MSI Wind U100 is equipped with an Intel Atom N270 processor that clocks at a swift speed of 1.6GHz. Its 160GB S-ATA hard disc can easily embrace all your music, games, movies, songs and other important applications. The MSI Wind U100 is responsive and everyday tasks can be performed with ease.
Keyboard and Touchpad
Netbooks usually do not impress us when speaking about keyboards and touchpad but there is really a lot to love here. The MSI Wind U100 despite its small size accommodates a 92% of full size keyboard. Featuring a conventional layout and a recessed touchpad the Wind makes mousing breezy. However, the MSI design is based on a single mouse button. The speakers of the MSI Wind U100 will not blow you away with powerful beats but when played at a high volume level it emits crisp and clear sound, which is good enough to watch movies or play games on.
Peripherals and Connectivity
The MSI Wind U100 shows off an impressive collection of peripherals and connectivity options. It is Wi-Fi enabled ensuring internet connectivity at hot spots. The top of the screen bezel includes a 1.3 megapixels webcam that allows you to video chat with friends and family at any nook and corner. The right side of the U100 contains the VGA out, RJ-45 port, headphone jack, microphone jack, memory card reader and a single USB port. While the left side of the U100 holds the port for the AC adapter, Kensington style lock and a pair of USB ports.
Design, Dimension and Portability
Decent size and nicely put together the MSI Wind U100 is sturdy and mobile weighing at 1.15kg. Once you get used to the small keyboard and compact dimensions of the U100, you will be glad you don’t have to heft a much larger notebook around all day. And there are no layout quirks to worry about. The MSI WIND U 100 is a not a fingerprint magnet and is available in the market in lustrous black and also glossy white finish.
Conclusion
If you are searching for a netbook that offers robust wireless networking capabilities and power packed performance round the clock then the MSI Wind U100 is undoubtedly the netbook you need to get your hands on without further delay.
MSI WIND U 100 Netbook Specifications
Processor: Intel Atom N270
Processor Speed: 1.6GHz 512K Cache
Operating System: Genuine Windows XP Home Edition
Memory: 1 GB DDR2 533 MHz
Hard Drive: 160GB S-ATA hard disc
Graphics: Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 950
Display: 10″ TFT with SWGA
Screen Resolution: 1024×600 resolution and LED backlight
Webcam: 1.3 megapixel webcam
Microphone: Integrated
5-in-1 card reader (S, MMC, MS, MS PRO, xD)
8X DVD-Super Multi double-layer drive
Audio: Stereo HD audio via Realtek ALC6628 codec
Speakers: Two Built-in
Expansion Slots: 1 4-in-1 SD/MMC/MS/MSpro card reader
WLAN: 802.11b/g Wi-Fi
1 RJ45 10/100 Ethernet
HDMI: Yes
USB: 3 x 2.0
Battery: 3 cell Li-ion
Weight: 1.15kg
Colour: Black
Dimension: 10.23 x 7.08 x 0.748-1.24″
