Asus U5A is the exemplary instance of laptop technology the coming age. This features a Active Matrix LCD panel of 12.1″ and considering these features that it offers, the U5A is very light.

U5A is powered by Intel Pentium M760 running at the speed of 2 GHz, 768MB DDR2 RAM, 80 GB Hard Disk Drive, 8X DVD +/- RW drive. The other standard features include Bluetooth and WLAN 802.11b/g. Unlike X600 that is available on W3H00V, this has the IntelGraphicsMediaAccelerator 900 integrated that provides the decent graphics.

The Card slots at the side support Pro MS, MS, MMC, SD and PCMCIA cards. It has 3 USB ports which you can make use of to connect variety of devices.

Performance

Although U5A lacks the Color Shine beauty screen of W3H00V, Active Matrix LCD offers good color as well as depth. Even, the viewing angle is very good. It even sports several power saving modes which one can be switched manually.

The standard bundle comes along with a 4800 mAH 6-cell Li-Ion battery which comfortably provides a continuous usage of 175 minutes on an average. It weighs approximately 1.3 kilograms along with an optical drive and the battery attached.

Pros

Battery life, performance, compact and Lightweight.

Cons

Average graphics capability, Cramped keyboard and No ColorShine screen.