Weighing just 2.9 pounds, the Samsung GO N310 netbook is one of the lightest netbooks in its class and it’s loaded with the latest technology for maximum performance. Distinctively styled, it’s designed by award-winning Japanese artist Naoto Fukasawa and features smoothly rounded edges that resemble a pebble that’s been worn down by wind and waterfall and its cover has a rubberized surface that more durable and easy-to-grip. In addition to this model in midnight blue (N310-13GB), it also comes in three other colors: jet black, sunset orange and mint blue.

CNET reviews the Samsung Go N310 and writes, “Samsung brings a different look to a generic Netbook build with the N310, but is there any good reason this costs almost $500? The good: Unique, rugged design; excellent battery life.
The bad: High-end Netbook price, without the high-end extras.”

CNET editors’ rating: 3.5 stars, Very good

PCMag reviews the Samsung Go N310 and writes, “The Samsung Go N310-13GB has a well-thought-out design and a big battery, but its price needs to come down a bit more.”

Pros
Big battery. More than 9 hours of battery life. Rubbery design is unique. Very good typing and navigating experience. Edge-to-edge glass screen.

Cons
Slightly overpriced.

LaptopMag reviews the Samsung Go N310 and writes, “With the Go, Samsung has created one of the more attractive 10-inch netbooks on the market. Its compact build and peppy performance will provide the fashion-conscious a well-rounded package. However, its $449 price gives us pause. You can snatch up the Editors’ Choice-winning Toshiba mini NB205, which provides a larger touchpad and even better endurance, for $50 less. And for $50 more you can pick up the Lenovo IdeaPad S12 (retailing for $499), which has a larger 12-inch display but less endurance. Still, if a combo of style and a long runtime is at the top of your mobile computing list, the Samsung Go is worth the splurge.”

Pros
Eye catching, compact design
More than eight hours of battery life
Roomy and comfortable keyboard
Fast boot time

Cons
More expensive than similarly configured netbooks
Ostentatious Samsung logo

TrustedReviews has a review of the Samsung Go N310 and writes, “While the unusual design of the N310 will win it friends, in most other respects it’s a decidedly average netbook with a relatively high price. If you fall in the love the look and don’t mind spending a few extra pennies then it’s still a nice machine, but there are plenty of cheaper or better alternatives.”

ITReviews has a review of the Samsung Go N310 and writes, “Overall, this is a good take on the near-standard netbook specification for mid-2009. It’s a touch more stylish than some business models, but you pay up to £50 extra when going for the Samsung option. Performance is as good as most of the rest, but battery life isn’t as impressive as we’d have liked.”

Check Amazon price for Samsung Go N310.