Samsung Q1 SSD
Last Update: Review by LaptopMag (added on 20/02/07)
The Samsung Q1 SSD is an Ultra Mobile PC, which looks a bit like PDA with only 734g of weight. The Q1 SSD features NAND flash memory, seven-inch LCD, stereo speakers, 1GB of system RAM and 1-GHz Intel processor. It is currently priced at around $2038.99.
+ REVIEWS (last updated: 20/02/07)
LaptopMag has a review of the Samsung Q1 SSD rated it 2.5/5 and writes;
“Performance was strong, and heat cast-off was minimal. The unit earned a respectable 3DMark03 score of 906-nearly twice of what the Sony VAIO UX Premium scored. Wireless strength was hit or miss, with a strong 14 Mbps from 15 feet but only 5.2 Mbps from 50 feet…PROS: Light and highly portable, Flash-based hard drive offers snappy performance, Decent audio for the size, Full Windows XP/Tablet functionality in a tiny package. CONS: Microscopic screen resolution, Touchscreen can be difficult to use, Limited Tablet functionality, Short battery life.”
Trusted Reviews has a review of the Samsung Q1 SSD rated it 7/10 and writes;
“Likewise, watching video on the Q1 proved to be far more enjoyable than I had expected, despite the relatively small 7in screen. In fact, once I’d settled in to watch the last couple of episodes of 24, I completely forgot that I was viewing on a small screen, and just became immersed in the demise of President Logan and the abduction of Jack…I compared the Q1 SSD to the HP Compaq nc2400 that I reviewed a few days ago, since it’s a pretty damn good ultra-portable notebook. Starting with the simple things, it took 22 seconds to boot the Q1 SSD compared to 35 seconds on the nc2400.”
JkOnTheRun has a review of the Samsung Q1 SSD and writes;
“Portrait mode works very well, something I consider essential for any device that I use. The long and narrow screen in portrait orientation works incredibly well for reading ebooks and even for note-taking with OneNote 2007. There are a couple of caveats with the portrait orientation on the Q1 that you should be aware of: the Q1 will only go into portrait at the native 800×480 resolution…You can rotate to any of the four orientations in native resolution which is handy, and orientation switching only takes about 2 seconds…Battery life is pretty good– over 3 hours in actual use.”
Pocket-Lint has a review of the Samsung Q1 SSD rated it 8/10 and writes;
“We’re reliably informed that Write speeds are twice what you can expect from a mechanical drive, while Read speeds also four times as fast. Performance is a vast improvement over the older model and you’ll even find the unit weighs less 745g compared to 800g. Power consumption of a SSD is lower than that of a standard drive but with a battery life of little over three hours, we didn’t see much difference from the original.”
+ PRESS RELEASE
SAMSUNG Electronics Launches the World’s First PCs with NAND Flash-based Solid State Disk
SEOUL, Korea – May 23, 2006 : Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., the leader in digital media technology, will release the world’s first PCs embedded with a 32-Gigabyte (GB) NAND flash-based solid state disk (SSD). This marks the first time that NAND flash has moved into a commercial mobile computing application and is a breakthrough that will pave the way for replacing hard disk drives with NAND flash-based memory disks.
The Samsung Q1, an ultra-mobile computing device and the Q30, a 12.1-inch screen notebook PC, will be available in the Korean market from early June.
The two new SSD-enabled PC offerings are designed for optimal portability and resolve many of the traditional challenges of mobile computers. The data in flash memory are much more secure against external shocks that can occur when transporting a mobile computer. The SSD can withstand about twice the impact that would cripple a regular hard disk drive. In addition, stored data can be more easily retrieved from flash memory than traditional hard drives when PCs are dropped or liquid is spilled on the device. These mobile computing devices are the ideal solution for professionals and executives who are constantly on the move.
The SSD reads 300 percent faster (53MB/s) and writes 150 percent quicker (28MB/s) than normal hard drives. As a result, multiple application programs can operate simultaneously and large volumes of data can be edited and reproduced more efficiently.
The Microsoft Windows XP operating system will boot up 25-50% faster on the SSD than on other drives—good news for those in a hurry. Moreover, the typical 1.8-inch hard disk drive weighs around 50 grams; whereas the SSD is 20 to 30 grams lighter, depending on the package type.
The typical notebook PC will generate around 30dB of operating noise, while the Q30-SSD will operate in complete silence. This is an unprecedented feature for people who want to use their PC in a library or other places where noise is not allowed.
The Q1-SSD will show video or still photos as well as play audio without having to be booted up first. This “instant on” feature provides access to multimedia content such as digital multimedia broadcasting (DMB) TV at least 30% faster than with a portable multimedia player (PMP).
DMB TV receivers are embedded in both PCs, which will bring extra enjoyment to users during this summer’s World Cup competition.
“PC models based on solid state disks have numerous advantages over traditional hard disk-based models. These include faster booting, greater durability, quieter operation, and increased battery life. The new Q30-SSD and Q1-SSD models are only the beginning. Samsung will continue to lead the market, introducing new portable PC models that bring these benefits to both consumers and enterprise users.” said Kim Hounsoo, Executive Vice President of the Computing Division of Samsung Electronics. The retail price for the Q1-SSD will be KRW2.3 million (US$2,430), while the Q30-SSD will sell for KRW3.5 million (US$3,700).
Specifications
NT-Q30-SSD
NT-Q1-SSD
Processor
Intel® Celero® M 753 (1.2GHz)
Intel® Celero® M 353
(900 MHz)
Memory
1 SODIMM Socket, DDR2 400 MHz, 512 MB
1 SODIMM Socket, DDR2 400 MHz, 512 MB
LCD
12.1″ WXGA (1280 x 768) TFT-LCD
7″ WVGA (800 x 480) TFT-LCD
Graphic
Intel GMA 900
Intel GMA 900
Video Memory
DVMT
DVMT
Storage
32GB SSD
32GB SSD
External ODD
Ultra-slim (9.5mmH)
Super-multi Drive (Red)
-
Communications
Modem/Lan Combo, WLAN (802.11 b/g)
10/100 Ethernet, Mini card WLAN (802.11 b/g), Bluetooth v2.0
TV / DMB
Embedded DMB
Embedded DMB
Keyboard
83-key Korean Keyboard
Keyboard and Organizer Package included
Audio
SRS 3D Sound Support, 16-bit Stereo, SB Pro compatible, Internal Stereo Speaker (2W x 2)
SRS 3D Sound Support, 16-bit Stereo, SB Pro compatible, Internal Stereo Speaker (2W x 2)
Power
60W AC adapter (110-240 free volt)
60W AC adapter (110-240 free volt)
Battery
Li-ion Battery
Standard 3-Cell
Extended 6-Cell
Li-ion Battery
Standard 3-Cell
Extended 6-Cell
Dimension
287.7 x 197.5 x 18.0 ~ 23.8 mm
(without battery)
227.5 x 139.5 x 24.5~26.5 mm
(without battery)
Weight
(w/o Option)
1.14 kg
(HDD onboard notebook: 1.16kg)
751 g
(HDD onboard notebook: 777g)
About Samsung Electronics
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. is a global leader in semiconductor, telecommunication, digital media and digital convergence technologies with 2005 parent company sales of US$56.7 billion and net income of US$7.5 billion. Employing approximately 128,000 people in over 120 offices in 57 countries, the company consists of five main business units: Digital Appliance Business, Digital Media Business, LCD Business, Semiconductor Business and Telecommunication Network Business. Recognized as one of the fastest growing global brands, Samsung Electronics is a leading producer of digital TVs, memory chips, mobile phones, and TFT-LCDs.
For more information, please visit www.samsung.com
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