Acer Review, Asus Review – Netbook 10

The Asus Eee PC 1005HA and 1008HA models are extremely similar. Both come in the sleek seashell chassis. Both have the same specs. Both are available with Windows XP and Windows 7. The 1008HA is priced a bit higher. So what gives? Read on.

Difference between the Asus 1005HA and the Asus 1008HA

1. Battery – The Asus 1008HA has a non-removable battery. It’s a 6ell polymer battery that lasts for about 6 hours. But you won’t be able to upgrade or replace it. The 1005HA on the other hand comes with a range of 3 cell and 6 cell batteries which can last up to 10.5 hours.
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2. Thickness – The Asus 1008HA is tiny thin at 0.7″ to 1″. In comparison, the 1005HA is a lot thicker at 1″ to 1.4″
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3. Weight – The Asus 1008HA is also a lightweight at 2.4lbs in comparison to the 1005HA’s 2.8lbs bulk.
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4. VGA Dongle – To fit in the VGA into to 1008HA’s skinnier frame, Asus introduced a VGA dongle into the bottom of the netbook (see image). The 1005HA has a standard VGA slot along its side.
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5. Price – The 1008HA is more expensive in general. Prices are below (using the 10.5 hour battery model of the 1005HA)

1008HA with Windows 7 Starter - $410

1008HA with Windows XP – $350

1005HA with Windows 7 Starter – $340

1005HA with Windows XP – $330

And there you have it. All your questions answered :P

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