Asus Eee Top - Expert Reviews

Review summary: An all-in-one desktop PC with touch-screen interface.

Review summary: An all-in-one desktop PC with touch-screen interface.

Verdict: The Asus Eee Top is an interesting desktop computer based on the Intel atom processor, incorporating a 15.6inch full touchscreen in a compact form factor. First impressions are that it's a cross between the stylish apple iMac, in terms of design, and ...

Review summary: Computer maker ASUS is now offering a PC in the style of Apple's iMac: all hardware is contained within the monitor. However, the Eee Top features a touch-sensitive 15.6-inch widescreen (16:9) display, making it more akin to HP's TouchSmart range of ...

Verdict: The standard Eee Top ET1602 includes an integrated Intel graphics chip, while the ET1603 comes with an ATI Mobility Radeon HD3450 chipset. No matter which model you go for, the Eee Top isn't going to set the gaming world alight. SRS technology works ...

Review summary: THE ASUS Eee Top may look like a toy, but it's actually an all-in-one PC with a touch screen.

Pros: Touch screen, six USB 2.0 ports, Gigabit Ethernet, 802.11n wireless networking

Cons: Looks a little tacky, reflective screen, keyboard and mouse are small and uncomfortable, audio jacks not located on the front or side

Review summary: It's gorgeous to look at, easy and fun to use, and is also affordable. If you're looking for a second PC for multimedia, Web surfing or general tinkering, we'd definitely recommend it. Keep in mind that it slows down when multitasking, but that's ...

Pros: Nice design ; generous number of USB ports ; Wi-Fi radio built-in

Cons: Display is single-touch only ; no option to run off batteries

Verdict: Like Apple's seminal all-in-one, the Eee Top has a gorgeous glossy white chassis. It tries to be a little different, though, thanks to a clear Perspex base, which emits an eerie blue LED light while the PC is switched on. The level of brightness can ...