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Asus Eee PC 1000HE

 

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  • User Score (460)
    8.9 8.9 from 460 reviewers
  • Expert Score (30)
    8.3 8.3 from 30 reviewers
  • Value for money (30)
    7.1 7.1 from 30 reviewers
  • Features (30)
    7.5 7.5 from 30 reviewers
  • Performance (30)
    6.3 6.3 from 30 reviewers
  • Overall quality (35)
    7.9 7.9 from 35 reviewers
  • Battery performance (4)
    7.8 7.8 from 4 reviewers
  • Display (2)
    6.6 6.6 from 2 reviewers
  • Weight (2)
    7.6 7.6 from 2 reviewers
  • Gaming performance (2)
    1.7 1.7 from 2 reviewers
  • Connectivity (2)
    6.1 6.1 from 2 reviewers
  • Keyboard (2)
    7.0 7.0 from 2 reviewers
  • Mouse (2)
    6.3 6.3 from 2 reviewers
  • Temperature (2)
    7.1 7.1 from 2 reviewers
  • Impression (2)
    7.2 7.2 from 2 reviewers
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  • Score Distribution

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Users:
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  • Expert Reviews

  1. Digitaltrends

    Digitaltrends
    8.0/10
    7 April 2009

    It won't turn heads, but the Asus Eee 1000HE which we review, will get a day's work done on battery power alone. Read more

    • Extremely long battery life; quality screen; large hard drive; clean Windows install; compact power brick; affordable
    • Bland styling; chiclet-style keyboard

  2. HotHardware

    HotHardware
    7 March 2009

    We don't see the need for current Eee PC owners to upgrade, but for consumers just now looking to buy a netbook, this is a great option. The near-full size keyboard is a boon for those who spend a large amount of time typing, and the amazing battery is beneficial to anyone who stays far, far away from AC outlets. Read more

    • Good Value (Under $400), Nicer "Chiclet" Style Keyboard, Roomy 160GB Hard Drive, Faster Atom N280 CPU, Excellent Multi-Touch Trackpad
    • Needs a chipset upgrade, Glossy Display Bezel and Casing, Still No "Full Size" Keyboard, Still A Bit Bulky

  3. Notebookcheck

    Notebookcheck
    7.7/10
    12 May 2009

    Whoever is looking for an especially enduring netbook should definitely shortlist the Asus Eee PC 1000HE. Even if the design might not be everybody's taste: battery life and build quality can be very convincing. Moreover, the matt display with strong contrast has very good characteristics for indoors and only loses points through its too meager maximum brightness during outdoor usage. Read more

  4. ComputerShopper

    ComputerShopper
    9.0/10
    9 February 2009

    The Asus Eee PC 1000HE doesn't mess with success—it just tweaks it. This updated $399 netbook builds on the design of the popular Eee PC 1000H by improving the keyboard (goodbye, misplaced right-Shift key!) and offering enhanced battery life as well as a mild performance boost. Read more

    • Excellent battery life, Comfortable keyboard, Very good audio, Multitouch touch pad, Easy access to power-saving options
    • Stiff touch-pad buttons, No ExpressCard slot

  5. LAPTOP Magazine

    LAPTOP Magazine
    8.0/10
    5 February 2009

    What a difference a better keyboard makes. On paper the ASUS Eee PC 1000HE ($399) is nearly identical to its predecessor, the 1000H. It has the same attractive, high-gloss chassis, the same 10-inch, LED-backlit display, and the same 1GB of RAM and 160GB hard drive. However, the revamped keyboard, which finally puts the right Shift key where it belongs, makes a world of difference in terms of usability for touch typists. Read more

  6. PC World

    PC World
    7.0/10
    9 February 2009

    Asus delivers a more Read more

    • Crisp backlit led screen, Vastly better keyboard than previous Eee
    • Slightly twitchy trackpad

  7. Wired

    Wired
    14 May 2009

    Asus basically invented the netbook, so it didn’t surprise us when the company’s latest Eee PC opened a can of whoop-ass on its competitors. Read more

    • The first netbook to feature the new Atom N280 chip. MMC and SD media reader slots. Attractive, pearly finish. Decent 1.3-megapixel webcam.
    • At 3.1 pounds, it’s one of the heaviest puppies in the netbook litter. Lame keyboard.

  8. maximum pc

    maximum pc
    9.0/10
    20 July 2009

    Faster. Better. Longer-lasting Read more

    • Great battery life; comfortable keyboard. Speedy and roomy.
    • Glossy finish attracts fingerprints; the touch pad is occasionally wonky.

  9. DigitalVersus

    DigitalVersus
    10/10
    17 May 2009

    This is our new favourite netbook, thanks to its six hours of battery life and the latest version of Intel's Atom CPU, the N280. Nevertheless, at 1.45 kg, it's amongst the heaviest of the sub-notebook family. Read more

    • Six hours of battery life, Improved keyboard, Three USB ports, Large trackpad, Matte screen
    • Screen not very bright, Pretty heavy, Lots of plastic around the outside of the screen, Webcam produces reddy images

  10. HardwareCentral

    HardwareCentral
    8.7/10
    26 May 2009

    For now, as we said, the 1000HE's features add up to the nicest of the netbook lot. Indeed, we can come up with only a couple of complaints. One is that we like our netbooks under rather than over three pounds. Asus has acknowledged that by unveiling (though not yet shipping) a 10.1-inch model that packs the 3.2-pound 1000HE's specifications into a 2.4-pound, 1.0-inch-thin slimline dubbed the Eee PC 1008HA "Seashell." If you can overlook the same tired Intel chipset, the... Read more

  • User Reviews

  1. Dont Buy This Computer

    Amazon
    4.0/10
    Reviewer: creator of asus, Amazon
    26 December 2011

    i bought this computer in july 2009 because of its long battery life. the battery lasted a long time, but the speed of the computer didn't. after about a year of having it, it was VERY slow and it froze a lot. i took it to staples to have a free pc tuneup, and they ended up having to re-install windows xp. then, when they tried installing updates, it crapped out again. they finally got it working correctly after a week or 2. Read more

  2. This Computer is Phenomenal!

    J&R
    10/10
    Reviewer: Incognito21, J&R
    23 June 2009

    Ideal size for carrying anywhere. I have added many other software programs and have not had a bit of problems. With a good router wifi can be picked up just about anywhere around my house. Read more

    • Comfortable Keyboard, Everything you need, Fast, Lightweight, Long Battery Life, Powerful, Quality Display, Quiet
    • None that I can think of

  3. Really a GEM of a Netbook

    ABT Electronics
    10/10
    Reviewer: Linda's Baby, ABT Electronics
    9 August 2009

    I wonder if it is necessary to purchase a 3G so that more wireless networks can be utilized while travelling. Read more

    • Comfortable Keyboard, Fast, Lightweight, Quiet
    • Freezes Up, Too Hot

  4. Depending on your expectations, might be the best for you.

    Ebay
    4.0/10
    Reviewer: oanag30, Ebay
    11 September 2011

    I purchased an Asus Eee PC 1000HE more than a month ago, and after 1 week or so I had to reinstall Windows, since it wasn't opening anymore, which cost me extra money, plus some other technical issues. I can't say I'm completly satisfied about it. Read more

  5. Works right out of the box

    Tiger Direct
    9.6/10
    Reviewer: Tiger Direct
    7 June 2010

    I bought this for use on a trip I'll be going on soon. It works wonderful! I will say my desktop is an old Acer running Win98 though. The keyboard is big enough to accurately touch type and the keys fell just right. The touch pad takes a little getting used to, but after a while it seems second nature. I did get a wireless mouse to use with it on the desk however. As for the lack of an optical drive, I bought one for twelve dollars including shipping. Read more

  6. I would buy this netbook again

    B&H Photo
    8.0/10
    Reviewer: and a, B&H Photo
    30 March 2009

    I was primarily interested in a net book to store photos when I travel.The photo storage devices offered by other companies have limited storage,small screens and limited upgrade-ability.This net book solves those problems for me plus the Internet! Right now 160 GB suits me fine. Wish it had a DVD drive though. Read more

    • Comfortable Keyboard, Long Battery Life, Powerful, Quiet
    • No DVD drive

  7. asus eee pc 1000he

    pcRUSH.com
    10/10
    Reviewer: elpiratadelcaribe, pcRUSH.com
    19 August 2009

    Comments about Asus Eee PC 1000HE-BLK005X Notebook: i use this pc to buy online, check the mail, chat to friends or talk online,check my facebook, listen to music. this is my first laptop but to buy this one i went to cnet and checked for all of them and the comments, and as cnet said this was the best under 400 usd, but i say this is the best under a 1000 usd. i am really happy with my choice, the next time i need a laptop, i will definitely choose an asus. Read more

    • Easy To Set Up, Easy To Use, Fast, Powerful, The best money can buy
    • None

  8. CNET

    CNET
    8.0/10
    Reviewer: Ssscrudddy, CNET
    6 October 2009

    I was originally looking for the Samsung NC10, however the extended battery life was not available at the time, so I ended up with this product (£300 from Comet). My previous laptop was an Advent Celeron M 1.73 Ghz 1gb ram running Vista, that machine was grindingly slow, & would only just run World of Warcraft (& had a battery life of 20 mins tops). Read more

    • battery life
    • glossy case - fingerprint magnet

  9. Asus Eee PC 1000HE 10" Netbook Computer

    Ritz Camera
    10/10
    Reviewer: Dakota-Lin, Ritz Camera
    14 July 2009

    Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Read more

    • Comfortable Keyboard, Fast, Lightweight, Long Battery Life, Powerful, Quality Display, Quiet

  10. Asus Eee PC 1000HE

    CNET
    Reviewer: CNET
    7 May 2009

    It's nice, but at $900 rrp it's a colossal rip-off. The same machine can be bought in the USA for under US$400, which at today's exchange rate translates into ~$630. Read more

  • WikiFreak Description

Asus Eee PC 1000HE

The Asus Eee PC 1000HE is a 10-inch notebook. It includes an Intel Atom (1.66 GHz) Processor with a RAM of 1 GB DDR2 SDRAM and uses Microsoft Windows XP as its operating system. The included software is Windows Live Suite and MS Works. It has a built-in webcam with a camera resolution of 1.3 Megapixels, a 92% sized keyboard, integrated 802.11n WiFi connectivity, with built-in stereo speakers and multi-touch keypad. The Asus Eee PC 1000HE has the following dimensions W 266 x H 3…

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Asus Eee PC 1000HE

The Asus Eee PC 1000HE is a 10-inch notebook. It includes an Intel Atom (1.66 GHz) Processor with a RAM of 1 GB DDR2 SDRAM and uses Microsoft Windows XP as its operating system. The included software is Windows Live Suite and MS Works. It has a built-in webcam with a camera resolution of 1.3 Megapixels, a 92% sized keyboard, integrated 802.11n WiFi connectivity, with built-in stereo speakers and multi-touch keypad. The Asus Eee PC 1000HE has the following dimensions W 266 x H 38 x D 191mm and weighs 1.4 kg. It comes with one Li-ion 8700 mAh battery and it boasts 9.5 hours of battery life. The Asus Eee PC 1000HE is available in fine ebony black colour.

Features

The 10-inch Eee PC 1000HE features an improved keyboard and a new version of Intel’s Atom processor. This keyboard is the principal difference from its predecessor the 10-inch Asus Netbooks. The new flat-topped keys are widely spaced with an improved typing experience. Another prominent change is that the important keys, such as the right Shift key, have been repositioned to a more rational position than on the previous Eee PC keyboards. It also features a couple of quick-launch buttons above the keyboard cycle through power profiles, start Skype, and change the screen resolution. The 10.1-inch wide-screen displays a 1,024x600 native resolution, with a memory of 1GB, 667MHz DDR2 which makes most documents and Web pages readable though it may require some scrolling. This netbook comes with the latest version of Intel’s Atom CPU, specifically designed for low-power products such as Netbooks. According to Asus, this is the first netbook to feature Intel Atom N28 processor which runs slightly faster than the 1.6GHz N270 found in many other Netbooks, it also offers a longer battery life as compared to previous Asus Eee Pc netbooks and has a higher front-side bus speed. The Asus Eee netbook PC 1000HE includes the exclusive super hybrid engine to save power and deliver maximum performance and a brillant LED backlit LCD screen to save energy. It includes a 4-in-1 Card Reader Wi-Fi provides connectivity up to 6 times faster than 802.11g and Bluetooth enables hands free communication and compatibility with other Bluetooth enabled devices. It comes with a standard, one-year warranty on parts and labor, and it offers online Web-based help and a toll-free phone number, and includes easy-to-find driver downloads and a brief FAQ.

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  • Manufacturer's Description

  • Exquisitely Designed for Stylish Computing On-the-go
  • Long Battery Life for Uninterrupted Computing
  • Comfortable and Convenient User Experience
  • Easy-to-use and Interactive Solutions
  • Connect to your world via wireless connectivity

Specifications

  • Alternative names
    EeePC 1000HE, Test du netbook Asus EEE PC 1000 HE
  • Operating System
    Genuine Windows® XP Home (*Pre-installed with Microsoft Office Home & Student 2007 60-day Trial) GNU Linux
  • Display
    10.1” LED Backlight WSVGA screen (1024x600)
  • Intel CPU & Chipset
    Intel® Atom N270/ N280
  • Memory
    1GB (DDR2)
  • Wireless Data Network
    WLAN 802.11b/g/n Bluetooth2.1 + EDR
  • Hybrid Storage
    160GB HDD 10GB Eee Storage *Eee Storage service is complimentary for the first 18 months. Please register account information for 6 months extension (depend on country) **Eee Storage has games, wallpapers and customized software free for downloads to enhance your experience!

Release Date

  • First seen
    9 February 2009

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Previous questions about this product

  • I am wondering if this machine is good for receiving and sending

    I am getting this for my husband who asked for a small computer to use instesd of his blasckberry for emailing and receiving. He felt he needed a little more comfort when away from the big computer. Do you think this would do?

    Answered by Scarlet 2009-12-08:

    Yes, it is good in receiving and sending

  • Can you add memory? How much? How much $?

    Answered by Lean 2009-12-07:

    Yes, you can upgrade the memory and the cost depends of how many GB you intend to upgrade it

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