Samsung Adopts VIA Nano Processor for the Samsung NC20 12.1-inch Mini-Notebook

VIA Nano processor platform enables the Samsung NC20 to deliver superior performance and battery life in a sleek 12.1" mini-notebook form factor

TAIPEI, Taiwan, -- VIA Technologies, Inc., a leading innovator of power efficient x86 processor platforms, today announced that Samsung has adopted the VIA Nano processor in the new Samsung NC20 mini- notebook.

Combining the power efficient 1.3+GHz VIA Nano(TM) processor with the highly-integrated VIA VX800 system media processor, the Samsung NC20 also features a stunning 1280x800 12.1" display, ensuring an outstanding video experience and enabling a full-size 12" notebook keyboard with optimized 18.5mm key spacing and larger touchpad in a highly portable device that weighs just 1.52kg.

Mobility is enhanced by 802.11b/g and Bluetooth wireless connectivity, and a six-cell battery that provides up to 6.5 hours of use independent of any power supply, while storage options include either a solid state disk or a SATA hard disk drive. Other features include an integrated 1.3 mega-pixel digital motion camera, 3-in-1 memory card reader and three built-in USB ports.

"We are delighted that Samsung has adopted the VIA Nano processor for the Samsung NC20," said Richard Brown, Vice President of Marketing, VIA Technologies, Inc. "This is a truly ground-breaking product that sets the new industry standard for consumer mini-notes and clearly demonstrates the advanced performance of our VIA Nano processor platform."

Samsung NC20 Mini-Notebook Specifications
Screen: 12.1" LED WXGA (1280x800)
CPU: VIA Nano(TM) ULV Processor U2250 (1.3+GHz)
Chipset: VIA VX800 System Media Processor
Graphics: Integrated VIA Chrome9(TM) (DirectX 9.0 3D graphics,
hardware video acceleration)
Memory: 1GB DDR2 SODIMM
Storage: 160GB SATA 2.5" HDD
Connectivity: 10/100Mbps LAN, 802.11 b/g wireless, Bluetooth
Battery: 6 cells Li-ion (6.5 hours)
Dimensions: 292.4mm x 217mm x 30.7mm, 1.52kg

For more information on the VIA Nano processor, please visit the VIA website at: http://www.via.com.tw/en/products/processors/nano/

Please download visual materials at the press release webpage: http://tinyurl.com/cbbwvr

About VIA Technologies, Inc.

VIA Technologies, Inc. is the foremost fabless supplier of power efficient x86 processor platforms, innovating at the silicon, board and system level to drive innovation in computing and communication. Headquartered in Taipei, Taiwan, VIA's global network spans the US, Europe and Asia. http://www.via.com.tw