Acer Aspire One P531h 10.1-Inch Netbooks Comparison and Guide
The only version of the P531h netbook is known formally as the Aspire One P531h-1791. Since I have no AOP531h versions to compare, I have decided to compare the Aspire One P531h to the (almost) similarly named Aspire One 531h netbook instead.
Netbooks Comparison: The Aspire One P531h Compared to the Aspire One 531h
What sets the Acer Aspire One P531h netbook apart from the Acer Aspire One 531h? Well, aside from the preceding letter P, the P531h differs from the 531h in several subtle ways.
- Designed for professionals
The Aspire One P531h netbook is for professionals or business persons. This netbook comes pre-installed with a Windows XP Professional (SP3) operating system, but it can handle a Windows Vista Business OS as well.
On the other hand, the Aspire One 531h netbook comes with the Windows XP Home Edition operating system, although one version (the AO531h-1077) ships out with a Windows 7 Starter OS.
- A hefty RAM onboard
While the AO531h netbook’s RAM can be upgraded to 2GB, the AO531h-1077’s RAM is already at 2GB. This should make this netbook less “sticky” for those who’d prefer the heavy Vista OS. This also makes the AOP531h ideal for those who don’t want to buy an extra memory module or those who would like their netbook to come with a 2-GB RAM right out of the box.
- Built-In Bluetooth connectivity
You can immediately send and receive files through Bluetooth with the AOP531h-1791 netbook’s built-in Bluetooth connectivity. Unless you have the AO531h-1077 version, you’d have to have a Bluetooth dongle to do the same with an AO531h netbook.
- No 3G
Unfortunately, the Aspire One P531h netbook does not have an inbuilt 3G modem. This rather defeats the AOP531h’s purpose. The P531h is supposed to be “the professional netbook” from Acer. If it’s to become that, shouldn’t it have internet connectivity whenever, wherever? The P531h should have 3G support – but it doesn’t.
If you have a wireless plan with a 3G network, then you should probably get the Aspire One 531h, all three versions of which come with built-in 3G hardware. Of course, if you have an external 3G modem from your 3G network provider, then you shouldn’t have a problem using 3G with the AOP531h.
- Bigger, bulkier and heavier
That’s right. If you want a smaller, thinner and lighter netbook, the 531h is a better deal than its professional counterpart. An Aspire One 531h netbook with a 6-cell battery pack measures 10.04 x 7.2 x 1.06 inches and weighs 2.5 lbs. On the other hand, a similarly configured Aspire One P531h (i.e. an AOP531h with a 6-cell battery) measures 10.21 x 8.12 x 1.3 inches and weighs 2.8 lbs.
So, which netbook model is better: the Aspire One P531h or the Aspire One 531 h?
If you want Windows XP Professional or Windows Vista Business, a 2GB RAM and built-in Bluetooth connectivity, then you should go for the AOP531h netbook.
If you want built-in 3G hardware and a netbook that is lighter, thinner and smaller, you should pick the AO531h or any other Acer Aspire One netbook model (check out the AOD250 netbooks).
The Acer Aspire One P531h Netbook Specifications
As mentioned earlier, there is only one version of the Aspire One P531h that is currently available in the US. This is the Aspire One P531h-1791. Following are the technical specifications of this netbook.
Display: 10.1″ WSVGA (1024 x 600) TFT LCD
Processor: Intel Atom Processor N270 (512KB L2 cache, 1.60GHz, 533MHz FSB)
RAM: 2GB DDR2 SDRAM
Storage: 160 GB hard disk drive
Operating System: Windows XP Professional, SP3
Graphics: Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 950
Connectivity: WLAN (802.11 b/g), LAN (10/100 Mbps LAN), Bluetooth 2.0
Features: Integrated stereo speakers, digital mic, multi-gesture touchpad
Webcam: 0.3MP integrated web camera
USB Ports: 3 USB 2.0 ports
Card reader: 5-in-1 card reader
Jacks / Ports: Headphone/speaker/line-out jack, microphone jack, Ethernet LAN port, VGA port (video-out)
Battery: 6-cell Li-ion battery pack (4400 mAh) with up to 6 hours battery life
Dimensions: 10.21 x 8.12 x 1.3 inches and weighs 2.8 lbs
Color: Diamond Black
Where to Buy
You can get the Acer Aspire One P531h from a lot of places online. You can Google its part number, LU.S9206.092. Or you can simply head on over to the trusted online marketplace, Amazon.com where the Acer Aspire One P531h-1791 currently sells for $424.29 (free shipping).
Note: The Amazon product listing for the AOP531h-1791 says Aspire One 531h but don’t be misled. You can check the part number LU.S9206.092 to confirm that it IS an Aspire One P531h-1791 netbook, not an AO531h netbook.
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