The Lenovo IdeaPad S12 features a 12-inch screen and is one of the largest netbooks on the market. This 3.42-lb machine is designed to let consumers easily surf the Internet and perform other light tasks on-the-go without having to spend a lot of money. The S12 comes pre-loaded with Windows XP, has a full-size keyboard, and includes a six-cell battery for five hours of run time – read on to see how it fared in our testing.
Our Lenovo IdeaPad S12 review unit has the following specifications:
Intel Atom N270 processor (1.60GHz)
Windows XP Home Edition
Intel GMA 950 integrated graphics
1GB RAM
12.1-inch widescreen display (1280×800) with LED backlighting
160GB 5400RPM hard drive (Hitachi HTS543216L9A)
6-cell Li-ion battery (11.1V, 52Wh)
Broadcom 802.11b/g wireless
One-year limited warranty
White color (also available in black)
Dimensions: 11.5 x 8.5 x 0.9 – 1.4 inches (W x D x H)
Weight: Starting at 3.42 lb w/ 6-cell battery
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