MSI Wind U160

71 reviews

May, 2013

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Keyboard (33)
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Build quality (9)
Memory (6)
Size (6)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 71 reviews from magazines and websites. Reviewers really like the memory and build quality. The value for money and design also get good feedback. Opinions about the linux support and performance are different. Some have doubts about the screen and software.

keyboard, design, value for money, build quality, memory

touchpad, software, screen

We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Netbooks (Mini-laptops) the MSI Wind U160 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 91/100 = Excellent quality.

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Expert review by: Siddharth Bhatia (tech2.in.com)

MSI Wind U160 Netbook

This model is the latest netbook by MSI, a piping hot model from their Wind series released few days back in India. MSI knows their stuff when it comes to netbooks, and this one's got a heavy claim of super juiced up battery life, plus it sports all...

Verdict and Analysis Rs 23,999 is the quoted price, and at the outset we can say that it's a bit expensive, especially considering the fact that there are cheaper options available. But there are few very well demarcated turfs of advantage here: one...

May, 2010

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Expert review by: Shao-Hung Liu (notebookcheck.net)

Review MSI Wind U160 Netbook

Small. Light. Wind. The manufacturer MSI beefs up once again and ...

Long battery life ; Design and looks ; Bluetooth ; Workmanship

Sound ; Uneven display illumination ; Constantly running fan ; Temperature under load

A permanently running fan and high temperatures don't at all fit together. Competitor products that also use an Atom N450 CPU are significantly cooler and quieter

May, 2010

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Expert review by: Dan Ackerman (cnet.com)

MSI Wind U160-007US

Basic Netbooks are a fairly simple formula to pull off. Combine an Intel Atom 450 processor, 1GB of RAM, Windows 7 Starter, and a 250GB hard drive, and you've got any of an army of products from Asus, Acer, HP, and others. MSI was another early...

Excellent battery life; near the top of Netbook performers in some tests.

Too expensive for what you get; wonky touch pad.

The basic-as-it-gets MSI Wind U160-007US is a leader in battery life, but shouldn't cost $80 more than comparable systems.

May, 2010

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Expert review by: Cisco Cheng (pcmag.com)

MSI Wind U160-007US

The MSI U160-007US's only perk is it ships with a big 65WH battery and it's reasonably priced; other than that there's not much to brag about.

Nine hours' worth of battery life. Reasonably priced

Plain design. Noisy mouse buttons. Battery bulges out from the bottom

May, 2010

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MSI Wind U160 Review

The Wind U160 is the latest Intel Pine Trail based-netbook from MSI boasting an impressive 15 hours of battery life. Like its sibling, the U135, which we reviewed in February, the U160 is equipped with the Intel Atom N450 and Intel GMA 3150. With a...

Good looks ; Solid build ; Comfortable keyboard

Falls short of 15 hour battery claim ; Minimalistic touchpad drivers

The speakers on the U160 are lap-firing, meaning that if you have the netbook on your lap, the speakers sound muffled since they can be easily blocked by your clothing. When sitting on a flat desk surface, the speakers sound very crisp with clean high...

Apr, 2010

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Expert review by: Terrence Russell (wired.com)

Power-Sipping Netbook Is a Traveler's BFF

More power! is at the top of everyone's netbook wish list. And MSI delivers that with the sexy Wind U160, which pushes battery life into transatlantic

Impressively travel-friendly battery life. Great looks and pleasantly light at 2.6 pounds. Offers all the netbook meat and potatoes: 802.11n, 250-GB HDD, and 1 GB of RAM. Managed energy consumption means cool, quiet operation. Decent netbook bang for...

Large battery and hinge add junk to that trunk. Slooow 3+ hour recharge time. Tinny sound makes headphones nearly mandatory. Webcam mic is oddly positioned at the right of the screen. Large trackpad button feels mushy

Apr, 2010

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Expert review by: Dana Wollman (laptopmag.com)

MSI Wind U160

This netbook is rather lightweight and lasts almost nine hours on a charge, but its design could use some refinement.

The MSI Wind U160 (ll find. However, we prefer the $299 ASUS Eee PC 1001P, which offers a more comfortable keyboard, comparable battery life, identical specs, and a sleek—but heavier—design for less money.79) isn’t perfect—its battery juts out of the...

Mar, 2010

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Expert review by: Jason Saundalkar (itp.net)

MSI WIND U160DX

With a coffee brown exterior the MSI Wind U160DX is a handsome machine but how usable is it on a day-to-day basis?

The Wind U160DX distinguishes itself from a number of other netbooks on the market with its blend of looks and performance.

Jan, 2011

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Expert review by: Pathik (brighthub.com)

MSI Wind U160 Review

The MSI Wind U160 is one of the best netbook options available. It has the Intel Atom N450 processor, GMA 3150 integrated graphics and 1 GB DDR2 RAM. It also has a nice battery life and comes with the standard array of expansion ports and connectivity...

Jul, 2010

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Expert review by: (onlinenotebook.com)

MSI Wind U160-007US – Superb battery life

MSI Wind U160-007US is an entry level Netbook which is based on the standard simple formula – Intel Atom 450 processor, Windows 7 Starter, 1 GB RAM, and 250 GB hard disk. This formula is followed by wide range of Netbook players like HP, Acer, Asus,...

This Netbook has a long battery life and this is big bonus in a Netbook. Be wary of the high price though.

Jun, 2010