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Acer Aspire 2920

Frazier Barretto, Mar 07, 2008 1700 hrs IST

The more portable version of the Aspire 4720

Expert Rating:

Good performance, sharp screen, good battery life, Acer's Gemstone design, well-priced

No IEEE 1394 port, keypad a bit cramped, a little on the heavy side, no carry bag

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EXPERT REVIEW

This Aspire comes in the under-12-inch category; it features Acer's GemStone design. Throughout this review, you'll notice that the 2920 is very similar to its sibling, the 4720; this is just the more portable version. Lets see if Acer can strike a chord with this one... the pricing is almost perfect, so do we have a winner of a portable value laptop here?

The Bundle
Acer Aspire 2920
Software and driver CD
Charging cable and adapter

Specifications
Intel Core 2 Duo mobile processor T5450 (2 MB L2 cache, 1.66 GHz, 800 MHz FSB)
Mobile Intel GM965 Express Chipset
Linux / Windows Vista Home Premium
1 GB DDR2 RAM @ 667 MHz
Intel Graphics Media Accelerator X3100 (Intel GMA X3100); 350 MB of shared memory

Storage
160 GB HDD
8x DVD Super Multi Double Layer Writer

I/O Devices
12.1-inch WXGA CrystalBrite TFT LCD (1280 x 800)
84-key keyboard
Touchpad with 2 buttons and 2-way scroll
Acer Crystal Eye webcam
Media Center hotkey

Communication
Modem: 56K internal
Gigabit Ethernet
WLAN: Intel Pro/Wireless 802.11 a/b/g
WPAN: Bluetooth 2.0 + EDR

I/O Ports
3 x USB 2.0 Ports
5-in-1 Card Reader (SD, MMC, MS, MS PRO, xD)
VGA port
S-Video port
Express Card slot

Audio System
Dolby Certified stereo speakers
High Definition Audio
Inbuilt stereo microphone with echo and noise cancellation
Headphone jack / Line-out port
Microphone jack / Line-in port
Volume control

Power Specifications
4000 mAh 6-cell Li-ion battery pack
Battery backup time: 3:30 hours

Physical Specifications
Size: 11.97 (W) x 8.7 (D) x 1.26/1.65 (H) inches
Weight: 2.04 kg

USER COMMENTS

What Linux distribution does it use?

by Hao Zhe XU, Melbourne, on Dec 28, 2008 12:52 AM, Report abuse Reply

http://www.batteryfast.com/toshiba/pa3399u-1bas.htm

by battery, cn, on Aug 22, 2008 08:44 AM, Report abuse Reply

Is 'Acer Aspire 2920 Gemstone' available in India?

by Ruma, Delhi, on Aug 06, 2008 02:58 PM, Report abuse Reply

For a budget of Rs. 40,000.00 or so is this the best laptop or better choices are available? I am looking for a light weight machine for travel + full time work from home

by PRAVEEN GOENKA, Kolkata, on Jun 22, 2008 11:49 PM, Report abuse Reply

Where can I find this note book in noida. Please inform

by Prashant, Noida, on Jun 10, 2008 03:00 PM, Report abuse Reply

I just bought this laptop. Upgrade 3GB RAM.I have question, can we add IEEE1394 port.

by A.Aziz, Mal, on Apr 16, 2008 01:14 PM, Report abuse Reply

It should shed more weight. Its too heavy to call a lap top.

by pramod, cherthala, on Apr 15, 2008 06:45 AM, Report abuse Reply

TT its time for a summer laptop buyers guide. With ultra portables,portables,performance,gaming,and desktop replacements lined up.there is a lot to choose from and a comprehensive TT style guide would be great help.

by Vinay, Mumbai, on Mar 08, 2008 07:58 PM, Report abuse Reply

nice idea !

by quadmaniac, motocity, on Mar 09, 2008 10:08 AM, Report abuse