HP 2133 Mini-Note Review Round-up

HP has launched its 2133 Mini-Note laptop PC and several sites has reviewed the new device. The HP 2133 is a mini laptop powered by VIA C7-M 1.2GHz processor, 1GB-2GB of memory, 120GB - 160GB hard drive. It supports WiFi, Ethernet and optional Bluetooth connectivity.

NotebookReviews Comments:

The HP 2133 Mini-Note is one of the most impressive subnotebooks we’ve ever seen. Unfortunately, the amazing design and solid range of features are diminished by a sub-par processor and a price tag that places this notebook dangerously close to far superior 12-inch notebooks such as the HP tx2000.

LaptopMag’s Verdict:

While it’s somewhat bigger and pricier than other mini-notebooks, the HP 2133 Mini-Note offers a few features that the others don’t, including an adult-size keyboard and a design more suited to business users. If all you need is a low-cost laptop that can run Windows, you may want to wait for the 9-inch version of the Eee PC. But if you require more from your mini-notebook and don’t mind paying for it, the HP 2133 Mini-Note delivers the goods.

GottaBeMobile’s comments:

In the ultra-portable or ultra-low-cost portable computer segment this is going to be a device to be reckoned with, especially in the education sector which is one of the main targets. It will be at the high end of the still evolving low cost sector, but I imagine given the full functionality and the configurability it will be very popular. Whether or not the slightly higher price point can dethrone the Asus Eee PC is a story we’ll all get to watch unfold.

Notebooks.com’s comments:

The HP 2133 Mini-Note is not the cheapest compact notebook you can buy, but it is the best value hands down. While other notebooks in this category look and feel like they should be sold at Toys R Us, the 2133 comes across as a serious business computer at a price that’s unbelievable.