Samsung Adopts VIA Nano Processor for the Samsung NC20 12.1-inch Mini-Notebook
VIA Nano processor platform enables the Samsung NC20 to deliver superior performance and battery life in a sleek 12.1″ mini-notebook form factor
VIA Technologies, Inc., a leading innovator of power efficient x86 processor platforms, today announced that Samsung has adopted the VIA Nano processor in the new Samsung NC20 mini- notebook.
Combining the power efficient 1.3+GHz VIA Nano(TM) processor with the highly-integrated VIA VX800 system media processor, the Samsung NC20 also features a stunning 1280×800 12.1″ display, ensuring an outstanding video experience and enabling a full-size 12″ notebook keyboard with optimized 18.5mm key spacing and larger touchpad in a highly portable device that weighs just 1.52kg.
Mobility is enhanced by 802.11b/g and Bluetooth wireless connectivity, and a six-cell battery that provides up to 6.5 hours of use independent of any power supply, while storage options include either a solid state disk or a SATA hard disk drive. Other features include an integrated 1.3 mega-pixel digital motion camera, 3-in-1 memory card reader and three built-in USB ports.
“We are delighted that Samsung has adopted the VIA Nano processor for the Samsung NC20,” said Richard Brown, Vice President of Marketing, VIA Technologies, Inc. “This is a truly ground-breaking product that sets the new industry standard for consumer mini-notes and clearly demonstrates the advanced performance of our VIA Nano processor platform.”
Samsung NC20 Mini-Notebook Specifications
Screen: 12.1″ LED WXGA (1280×800)
CPU: VIA Nano(TM) ULV Processor U2250 (1.3+GHz)
Chipset: VIA VX800 System Media Processor
Graphics: Integrated VIA Chrome9(TM) (DirectX 9.0 3D graphics, hardware video acceleration)
Memory: 1GB DDR2 SODIMM
Storage: 160GB SATA 2.5″ HDD
Connectivity: 10/100Mbps LAN, 802.11 b/g wireless, Bluetooth
Battery: 6 cells Li-ion (6.5 hours)
Dimensions: 292.4mm x 217mm x 30.7mm, 1.52kg
For more information on the VIA Nano processor, please visit the VIA website at: http://www.via.com.tw/en/products/processors/nano/
