MSI U120 Vs U100 Does anyone know the difference between the MSI U120-024US and the MSI U100-432US ? The specifications look identical, at least to my inexpert eye, but there's a price difference and so presumably some real difference in the two computers. (Quite generally I find MSI really confusing; lots of models, very little information about how they differ, except for color, battery size, and hard-disk size. Presumably there are other difference...?) I'd be grateful for any informed advice. MSI U120 Vs U100 Does anyone know the difference between the MSI U120-024US and the MSI U100-432US ? The specifications look identical, at least to my inexpert eye, but there's a price... » Read More MSI U120 Vs U100 Does anyone know the difference between the MSI U120-024US and the MSI U100-432US ? The specifications look identical, at least to my inexpert eye, but there's a price difference and so presumably some real difference in the two computers. (Quite generally I find MSI really confusing; lots of models, very little information about how they differ, except for color, battery size, and hard-disk size. Presumably there are other difference...?) I'd be grateful for any informed advice. « Show Less
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The U100 is upgradeable to 2gig memory and has more wireless capability, incl bluetooth. I want the memory for photo editing. After I purchased this little puppy, I dumped my new entertainment pc and desktop. I found that I just kept reaching for the U100. I had evaluated the Asus HE and the Samsung. Both weighed more, and the Samsung cost a lot more. I am quad booting this with XP, OSX, Linux, and Windows 7 so that I can test my web site on several platforms. What a solid, well-designed little machine! The keyboard and speaker issues are minor compared to the tremendous value and flexibility of this laptop, and are easily dealt with. The U100 is upgradeable to 2gig memory and has more wireless capability, incl bluetooth. I want the memory for photo editing. After I purchased this little puppy, I dumped my new entertainment pc and desktop. I found that I just kept reaching for the U100. I had evaluated the Asus HE and the Samsung. Both weighed more, and the Samsung cost a lot more. I am quad booting this with XP, OSX, Linux, and Windows 7 so that I can test my web site on several platforms. What a solid, well-designed little machine! The keyboard and speaker issues are minor compared to the tremendous value and... » Read More The U100 is upgradeable to 2gig memory and has more wireless capability, incl bluetooth. I want the memory for photo editing. After I purchased this little puppy, I dumped my new entertainment pc and desktop. I found that I just kept reaching for the U100. I had evaluated the Asus HE and the Samsung. Both weighed more, and the Samsung cost a lot more. I am quad booting this with XP, OSX, Linux, and Windows 7 so that I can test my web site on several platforms. What a solid, well-designed little machine! The keyboard and speaker issues are minor compared to the tremendous value and flexibility of this laptop, and are easily dealt with. « Show Less
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Everything I've read says you can't upgrade the RAM on the U120. I had just ordered it and haven't received it yet. I hope I won't regret not being able to add RAM. I researched as much as my mind could handle when I ordered this. I liked the light weight and the decent screen size and the brightness. It's all very confusing. Now there is a U120H. I don't know what the H has and why it's different. Better connectivity I've been told. Anyone know what this means? I don't want to have buyer's remorse. Sigh...it's all too much!
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I believe (but am not certain) that the U120 has the facial identification software and the U100 doesn't. That's the only difference I've found.
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The U120 has NO memory slot, the 1GB included is built into the motherboard, that is why this is cheaper than the U100. If you install Ubuntu or OSX, there shouldn't be any problems. I'm not sure, but 1GB of ram for a windows machine is chintzy on MSI's part. Seriously, no expansion? Who does that?
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Thanks! I appreciate the information. I'll probably buy the U100 (aren't lower numbers usually cheaper?), or maybe the Acer equivalent or even the Asus, though that seems to be a bit heavier. (I'd welcome opinions on the relative merits of these computers.)
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Ok, thanks for all these infos, but I know nothing much about computers except to use them, so I bought a msi u120 because I need to use it for personal office work and web browsing as well as msn chat. I'd also like to install a genealogy program on it. Can anyone tell me if its power will be enough for that. Don't laugh, but I'm pretty lost and I didn't even receive the beast yet. probably sometimes next week. so any advice before I start it and its capacities will be welcome. Don't laugh again, it's the first time in years that I buy myself a computer and my first laptop too.
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:) As long as you are not doing major gaming or video editing you will be fine. I am curious about the inability to add ram on the U120's though. That seems like a stupid move considering the U100's were great for their flexibility, eg. Various upgrade options including ram, ability to run windows 7, OSx86, and various others. Is this confirmed or just rumor? I was about to buy one but that is a bit of a deal breaker for me.
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Thanks for the reply. If you're right, it's odd that it's the one with the facial recognition that is cheaper---maybe there's some other difference?
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In the MSI website, the weight of u100 and u120 (both 6-cell) seem to be different. u100 is 2.6 lb and u120 is 2.3 lb. But no vendor has put emphasis on this difference so I don't know is it really lighter than the 6-cell u100. I bought u120 in the end and are pretty happy about it. If the weight difference is true, then I'll probably get a 9-cell battery for my u120 to make it work whole day long. It will ultimately make the 9-cell u120 same weight as 6-cell u100.
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so its not expandable? that sucks. I might call MSi just to double check, because i think thats an important factor in which one I choose....is it a big deal to you? did you notice they also had it listed in one spot as 160gb, and in another it said 120gb. I emailed them to see which for sure(though obviously everywhere else it says 160gb)...don't know why that happens.
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There is no difference. That's the same motherboard. I bought it less than a year ago and it works great. No issues yet.
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Hello Larry, i checked the #11 and i do not find any difference, mines work very good and it is upgradeable. i hope i helped you..
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thank you very much karen for that answer, it does help. so i have no regret when it comes to my purchase of the 120 001us. i just do not need that bluetooth stuff. i'm quite satisfied and it does all what i need. may be a little more power would be welcome but for the price and portability it's just absolutely great, thanks to msi !
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I don't know the answer, but I have the same question. I also have the MSI Wind U100, but I seem to recall something about if the memory was upgraded, it negates the warranty on the machine. I'm trying to find an answer. If I find it, I'll post it back here.
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I spoke with customer service right now and they double checked. Unfortunately there is absolutely no ETA on the item. Is it even possible to get the ASUS U50Vg-B1 model which IS in stock and put a 500GB HDD, the 2.53GHz Intel P8700 Core 2 Duo Processor and the Windows 7 Home Premium (64 bit) Operating System? I mean.. Thats the only difference between them.. I would assume its possible and would be great if they would since we have been waiting so long for this product. Its about to be a month since its been released.. Help us! lol :(
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I must say its false marketing from Asus saying it has USB 3.0 on some models when its impossible to buy it, at least no sellers on the net specify it, what I have found.. (perhaps only one model is sold in one copy and is locked in the Asus test lab in China, yeah right so much fuss for that extra *** in the finetext of the specs) Why not be more clear on what models are with USB3.0 why not name it 1015PED-U3 instead?
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Are you sure you are comparing the same models? They have four models CT14 series and CT15 series, and all look exactly the same on the outside. Amazon does not stock these ultrabooks - they may show it for sale but they use one of their affiliated dealers to fill the order. When I bought one, on Aug 24,2012 - Amazon listed the CT15-A1 for only $50 more than I paid at my local Sams Club ($899 + 6% local Sales Tax). The Visio store sells the same model equipped with a bigger SSD Hard Drive + FREE shipping drive Plus a Two year warranty for $999. Be aware of Configuration changes between various sellers. Are you sure you are comparing the same models? They have four models CT14 series and CT15 series, and all look exactly the same on the outside. Amazon does not stock these ultrabooks - they may show it for sale but they use one of their affiliated dealers to fill the order. When I bought one, on Aug 24,2012 - Amazon listed the CT15-A1 for only $50 more than I paid at my local Sams Club ($899 + 6% local Sales Tax). The Visio store sells the same model equipped with a bigger SSD Hard Drive + FREE shipping drive Plus a Two year warranty for $999. Be aware of Configuration changes between... » Read More Are you sure you are comparing the same models? They have four models CT14 series and CT15 series, and all look exactly the same on the outside. Amazon does not stock these ultrabooks - they may show it for sale but they use one of their affiliated dealers to fill the order. When I bought one, on Aug 24,2012 - Amazon listed the CT15-A1 for only $50 more than I paid at my local Sams Club ($899 + 6% local Sales Tax). The Visio store sells the same model equipped with a bigger SSD Hard Drive + FREE shipping drive Plus a Two year warranty for $999. Be aware of Configuration changes between various sellers. « Show Less
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MSI has made some good motherboards for high end workstation chipsets for years. They may sell more outside the US, which explains why people haven't seen them much here. I have built several systems on MSI boards and I have no complaints.But that's also a limited statement. I haven't had to contact customer support so I have no idea how good it is or isn't. Their play on ultracompacts is somewhat risky with everything coming to market soon from all the big names. Let's see if beating the rush by a few months buys them some time.
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Anyone have ideas? I'm looking at either the newer 810 or last year's 1000 as well. Specs looks similar. Thanks.
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After doing quite a bit of research, I would add into the mix the MSI Wind U100. I'm looking for the same thing you are, it seems, and I've seen some really great reviews of that machine. I've narrowed it down to the Wind and the Lenovo S10 at this point.
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I can't compare the two, but reviews I read indicated specs for the 140 were better at the edges. I bought the 140 several months ago, and am very pleased with quality and speed.
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There may be some specs differences, but from a user point of view, practically speaking, they are very similar. Hope this helps.
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BizTraveler -- can you also tell me whether the 120 is cool and quiet? I've heard that the NC10 scores high on both accounts. And, after owning a couple of hot, noisy laptops, it's a priority for me. Thanks!
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Frankly the difference is quite negligible between them. That said, it depends on who built it. If it's stock, I'd assume it's 5400. If it's custom, ask the builder.And, you can upgrade this laptop with an msata, which is faster than 7200 by a long shot. So, don't think that the stock build is the end-all-be-all for this machine.
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From what I can see there is no substantial difference between the two series. They look the same and have substantially the same hardware. The M5 listings I have seen seem identical to the V5 I bought. I recommend the V5 so I can imagine the M5 is good too. One note: I got the V5-573PG-9610 which comes with an Nvidia GPU. If you can find this, it is worth it! It makes games and video and graphic programs run much better.