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Samsung NP-R20

Samsung NP-R20
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alaScore 81

25 reviews

Apr, 2024

alaTest has collected and analyzed 25 reviews of Samsung NP-R20. The average rating for this product is 4.2/5, compared to an average rating of 4.0/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Reviewers are impressed by the screen and performance. The portability and usability are also appreciated, but the sound and battery get critical views. There are some mixed opinions about the size.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other products in the same category the Samsung NP-R20 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 81/100 = Very good quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.co.uk)

Amazon.co.uk review summary for Samsung NP-R20

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 4 user reviews of Samsung NP-R20 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 3.8/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.co.uk. Reviewers are impressed by the durability and usability. The performance and price also get good feedback. The battery and sound get less positive comments, and views are divided on the design.

screen, price, performance, usability, durability

portability, sound, battery

100% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

Expert review by : John Ratsey (NotebookReview.com)

Samsung R20 Review

 

So why would I buy an R20? At the time this model was released, in February 2007, the combination of a reasonable dual core CPU, 1GB RAM, a generous 160GB HDD and a DVD burner in a medium sized unit was unbeatable at the price. The 14” size is...

Under 2.3kg for the computer and 2.75kg complete with PSU and power cables ; A very bright display ; Effective and fairly quiet cooling system under normal use / keeps cool on the underside ; Very good keyboard (provided you like the Fn key in the...

Small battery and limited battery run time ; Limited audio volume ; No S-Video port, Firewire or Bluetooth ; Limited 3D graphics capability but is the best performing of the integrated graphics solutions

Since the review was prepared, Samsung have released another BIOS update (11SH) for the R20. This update was installed and the computer was checked to see if there was any change to the power management. There is progress since the CPU now enters the...

May, 2007
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Expert review by : admin (laptopical.com)

Samsung R20: The New Black

 

Sometimes brown is the new black. Or sometimes it's pastels. But never, ever, does the old black go out of fashion. It always comes back. Enter the Samsung R20. So sleek and sheer black is this laptop when closed, you might mistake it for your marble...

Jun, 2011
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Expert review by : Benny Har-Even (trustedreviews.com)

Samsung R20 Aura

 

If you want the looks and the performance but don't have the budget the Samsung R20 could be the answer.

Samsung has managed to offer a budget notebook that doesn't actually look like a budget notebook, at least when the lid is closed. The screen is only adequate but the basics are all there, such as an excellent keyboard. If you're on a budget and want...

Mar, 2007
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Expert review by : tech.co.uk staff (techradar.com)

Samsung R20 review

 

The entry-level model in Samsung's new 'Aura' design range

Comfortable to use ; Smart design

Underpowered ; Limited battery life

A comfortable machine but one that's a little short of power

Sep, 2007
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Expert review by : Stephen Patrick (pocket-lint.com)

Samsung R20 laptop

 

When it comes to notebooks, Samsung may be overshadowed by some of the larger far-east manufacturers but we've been impressed with almost all the machines they've released of late. The Samsung R20 is a great example of what can be achieved in a...

Cheap, great weight

Average battery, poor graphics

The Samsung R20 is a great example of what can be achieved in a notebook when power and portability are required.

Apr, 2007
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Expert review by : Zoe Mutter (techadvisor.co.uk)

Samsung R20 laptop

 

Our review of the Samsung R20, Samsung's latest slim and user-friendly laptop PC, shows a stylish and full-featured system.

Stylish, user-friendly and well featured at the price, we really liked the Samsung R20. And gaming was half-decent, too.

May, 2007
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Expert review by (pcanswers.co.uk)

Samsung R20

 

Samsung has overhauled most of its notebook range in recent months, implementing what it calls its "Aura" design. The R20 is the entry-level machine in the range, yet judging from the look you wouldn't think so.

Quite portable, Reasonably powerful

Easily scratched, Limited battery life

Top performance that's best suited for home use

Sep, 2007
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Expert review by (itreviews.co.uk)

Samsung - R20

 

Samsung could have stuck to the tried and trusted Centrino formula when it developed the R20 but instead it chose to use a rare old mixture of components in this sleek laptop. There's a dual core ...

This is a slender, light, cheap laptop that offers plenty of performance, however the finish is a bit on the cheap side and the battery life isn't especially impressive. We can overlook those points at this price, but the way the screen darkens...

May, 2007
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Expert review by (laptops.co.uk)

Samsung R20 F001

 

This stylish Samsung laptop is ideal for home users looking for a reliable laptop. There's a slight difference between the 2 laptops, even though both are under the R20 umbrella.

Great design

Samsung still playing it safe

Almost identical to the R20 F001 F002.

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