HP's Mini 5103 is a gorgeous, luxury item that makes a netbook desirable again. You'll still need to ask yourself if the small size is worth the cost; however, for portability, battery life and features, the 5103 is on our wanted list.

HP's Mini 5103 is a gorgeous, luxury item that makes a netbook desirable again. You'll still need to ask yourself if the small size is worth the cost, as full-sized laptops can be had for the same price and offer considerably greater power — however, for portability, battery life and features, the 5103 is on our wanted list.

The HP Mini 5103-WK472EA business netbook has convincing buying arguments, but also a few drawbacks that should be considered. The design, the high-end case made of an aluminum-magnesium alloy and a good workmanship are on the pro side. The connectivity corresponds to the current netbook standard, but there is no fast USB 3.0 port, eSATA or an ExpressCard slot. A warranty of only 12 months ex-factory and a poor scope of delivery are further drawbacks for the targeted customers. ...

Despite not being very different to the HP Mini 5102, the HP Mini 5103 is still one of the best netbooks money can buy... if you don't mind forking over so much cash for a netbook, that is. It's solidly constructed, has 2GB of RAM and a fast 7200rpm hard drive, and its battery life is great. We hate the prolonged setup procedure when you boot it up for the first time, and think it comes with too much bloatware, but overall, the 5103 is excellent.

Das HP Mini 5103-WK472EA Business-Netbook bietet überzeugende Kaufgründe, aber auch einige Schwächen, die man beachten sollte. Das Design, das hochwertige Gehäuse aus einer Aluminium-Magnesium-Legierung und eine gute Verarbeitung stehen auf der positiven Seite...