Top 6 Ultra-Mobile PCs

You might be aware of a small revolution in the mobile computing landscape. In case you didn't know, the ultra mobile PC (UMPC) is starting to take the market by storm. Ever since the release of the ground breaking ASUS EeePC 4G, the mobile computing category of UMPC got created. The ASUS EeePC 4G was a 2.2-pound device selling at $399 - a price few laptop manufacturers can match. So if you have been considering a UMPC, this article takes a look at six of the best.

1. ASUS EeePC 4G

The first UMPC released into the market, the ASUS EeePC 4G has made a lot of waves. At 2.2 pounds, this extreme ultraportable runs a customized version of Xandros Linux, has 4GB of storage space, and a spectacular array of pre-installed software.

2. Asus EeePC 900

As the second iteration of the EeePC 4G, the EeePC 900 is priced at about $550. You get an extra 16GB SSD drive, a much wider 8.9-inch screen, and also 1GB of RAM.

3. HP 2133 Mini-Note PC

The closest competitor to ASUS has got to be HP. They came up with the HP 2133 Mini-Note PC, which retails at about $750. It has a ton of features, multiple configurations, a full-sized keyboard, and a nice aluminum alloy finish. It comes with Linux and Windows Vista versions, and is loaded with a 120GB hard drive.

4. Fujitsu LifeBook U810

Ok, in terms of price, Fujitsu LifeBook U810 is one of the most expensive machines in this list. However, it has solid specs and also gives you the option of thumb typing or touch typing on its miniature keyboard.

5. Wibrain B1H

Although a very decent response to the new UMPC market, the Wibrain B1H is not really up to snuff compared to the models from ASUS and HP. However, this UMPC has its saving graces. There is a split QWERTY keyboard, full blown pre-installation of Windows Vista, all encased in a very sexy and sleek design.

6. Raon Digital Everun L30H

You might not have heard of this brand, but it is not a bad UMPC. You get low-powered AMD parts which are decent for normal mobile computing. And price-wise, it is hard to beat, with some configurations available for as low as $499.

Conclusion

I hope this article has shown the top 6 ultra-mobile PCs out in the market. The UMPC market is still very young, so you'd expect many more models to be rolled out by Asian and US manufacturers in the near future. If you really want to get your hands on one right now, go for the Asus EeePC 900 or the HP 2133 Mini-Note PC. If you can afford to wait a while, watch this space sometime later this year as there is a slew of new models coming out.