The Linux-based system is unable to run Windows and Mac applications, and even the light Linux OS gets slow every now and then. Mainly because the Acer's Aspire One has only 512 MB RAM. Users might find that while using the already installed Open Office suite software, Net surfing is very smooth. The Aspire One truly offers a quicker, hurdle-free experience in comparison with netbooks of is class.

The Acer's new Aspire One is very attractive as well, and considering the size, the picture quality also very good. Most of the aspects of the machine like the speakers are very much loud and clear. The Aspire One is very stylish and ultra-weight is very portable as well.

The battery life of the Aspire One is very poor of 2 hours due to its 3-cell which is not bad at all considering its size. But Acer also gives the option of a 6-cell battery costing around 9.

In terms of the sleep mode, the feature works as one would expect. The Aspire One takes about 30 % of its battery every day in sleep mode.