HP 2133 - Expert Reviews

Review summary: It was only a matter of time before the major laptop makers jumped on the Eee PC's low-price, diminutive bandwagon. Like the Eee, the HP 2133 is small, portable and affordable, but it has the bonus of being easy to use. It's underpowered, but the ...

Pros: Gorgeous looks ; fantastic keyboard ; good connectivity

Cons: Slow performance ; screen is too reflective to use outdoors

Verdict: The 2133 Mini-Note is extremely desirable. It looks fantastic, and the keyboard is the best in its class, but it lets itself down in too many areas. It's too slow, the screen is too reflective to be used outdoors and it's slightly too expensive

Pros: Sturdy, lightweight design ; ideal for general PC use such as watching video, listening to music, surfing the Internet and office work

Cons: Performance in multitasking tests and overall tasks slower than the HP 2133 Mini-Note PC (FH441PA)

Verdict: The HP 2133 Mini-Note PC (FJ100PA) is designed to be a true ultraportable device, sturdy enough to take some knocks and light enough for everyday use. Business users will appreciate the connectivity and networking options. When compared in terms of ...

Review summary: Has HP set a new standard for the burgeoning sub-notebook genre? Andy takes the HP 2133 Mini-Note PC for a spin to find out.

Verdict: Were this review based on design and features alone the HP 2133 Mini-Note PC would be walking away with a Recommended Award: that's a fact. It has a superb keyboard and a chassis that's a cut above both the Eee PC and anything we've seen, released or ...

Pros: Good performance, ExpressCard slot, 1280x768 resolution, big keys, 160GB hard drive

Cons: Battery life, got noticeably warm after prolonged use, LEDs were distracting

Verdict: It's small, affordable and easy to use. Business users will appreciate the fast networking options and the ExpressCard slot. Travellers and students will love its large hard drive capacity and the fact that it's compact but still easy to use.

Review summary: Can this rival the Asus Eee?

Verdict: Compared to the Asus Eee, this will offer plenty more oomph for your cash and for those looking for a mini laptop that sports Windows Vista, a better option.