CPU: Ryzen 3 3200U (Passmark 4610, single thread 1634), Vega 3 integrated graphics
RAM: 4GB DDR4 2666 MHz (non-soldered, only 1 slot)
HD: 128GB SSD M.2 SATA + empty M.2 slot (first slot supports SATA and NVMe, empty slot supports NVMe)
USB: 2x USB 3, 1x USB 2, 1x USB-C (USB-C does not support charging or video out)
Video out: HDMI (full size, can do 4k @ 60Hz)
Other: Ethernet port, audio combo jack, SD card reader
Wifi: 802.11ac (Intel AC 3168, 1x1)
Bluetooth: v4.2
Backlit keyboard: Yes (though apparently does not look good on silver model)
Camera: 720p front cam with IR
Construction: Magnesium aluminum
Battery: 47 Wh, ~7.5 hr battery life, 65W charger
OS: Windows 10 Home 64 bit (not S)
Weight: 2.55 lbs
Warranty: 1 year limited
Selling points:
-1920 x 1080 IPS screen
-Extremely light weight for size, with competitors (eg LG Gram) being much more expensive
-Compact/narrow bezels - 14" screen on laptop that is the size of a 13"
-Quiet
-Metal construction (Aluminum magnesium alloy)
-Backlit keyboard (some people do report the silver model the backlit is not bright enough due to the silver background of the key. with the black model having the best backlit/key background color combination)
-pretty good trackpad (large size)
-Ethernet port, full size HDMI with 4k
-Windows 10 Home (don't need to convert from S mode, has zero bloatware so no need to reformat)
-Front IR camera supporting Windows Hello (login to Windows using facial recognition)
-Very low price for all of above
-Runs Ubuntu Linux [reddit.com] perfectly (no driver installs, command line edits, etc)
Detractions:
-1 slot of RAM - so no dual channel, resulting in ~25% graphics performance hit
-Comes with 4GB RAM. While sufficient/fast for most people (despite what forums will have you believe), power users may benefit from 8GB, an easy and cheap upgrade
-Not from a well known brand (it was put out by a partnership between Walmart and THX)
-Screen could be brighter outdoors (240 nits)
-USB-C does not support charging or video output
-Wifi is 1x1 (can be easily upgrade to AX200 2x2 wifi 6 for about $18, some people do it to get the fastest possible Wifi 6 speed as well as reportedly better range and less signal drops)
-No 2.5" slot
-Trackpad a bit fidgety for precise movements
-Speakers are what you would expect for this class of laptop
8GB RAM for $30 (replaces the 4GB, so total after upgrade is 8GB not 12GB)
https://smile.amazon.co
See wiki from R5 thread for more information
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Linux Information
For anyone interested in Linux, these (Ryzen 3 and 5) run Ubuntu flawlessly. More discussion/information [reddit.com]. Video review [youtube.com] of Motile M142 running Ubuntu.
VIDEO OVERVIEW [youtube.com] of updating RAM, SSD, Wifi, etc.
Bios, Software and Driver Update:
http://www.motilecusto
Additional driver files saved by a user from device manager: https://slickdeals.net/forums/showpost.php?p=
This seems to have additional stuffs that is not included on Motile site
To enter the BIOS, keep pressing the DELETE key during the boot up
Bios update hints: (Be careful. Don't attempt unless you REALLY know what you are doing)
*Also note that some issues are appearing with the BIOS/EC update*:
https://slickdeals.net/forums/showpost.php?p=
BIOS update guide:
https://slickdeals.net/forums/showpost.php?p=
https://slickdeals.net/forums/showpost.php?p=
If having problem with the laptop hanging while restart and not completing the restart sequence (especially after a clean window installation),
turn off fast restart in control panel/power option/system settings
If you did a clean windows install and want the OSD onscreen display of FnF2 and FnF5 back as well as oem info and logo to the about windows property section and motile wallpaper: https://slickdeals.net/forums/showpost.php?p=
Other Resources:
Motile User Subreddit [reddit.com]
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I will save you all the hassle, it does NOT have a second slot for RAM. RAM is single channel/slot only.
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I pick up the Motile today, I will do similar experimentation with the actual device. Although my 8GB DIMM doesn't arrive until Monday.
Google Chrome process dropped to 2,680.6 MB 50% of available memory is in use. Let me delete 14 more tabs....
Chrome down to 1,917.8 MB 43% of available memory in use. So I only have 10 tabs open in Chrome, plus other McAfee processes running for Corporate security, etc. and I am using 43% of 16 GB. I would save a little under 400 MB if I was not running McAfee.
I like not having to worry about memory. I have just shown it is possible to exceed 8 GB depending on processes installed and somewhat excessive use of the browser for work tasks. I hope 8 will be sufficient for my use, but I have to admit after going through this exercise I wish I had sprung for 16.
Anyway, I recommend this Chrome extension:
https://chrome.google.c
https://chrome.google.c
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I am planning to buy this before it is out of stock. Can you please answer the above question? This laptop has only 128GB, but if I want to add more disk space in future, can I do it?
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I am planning to buy this before it is out of stock. Can you please answer the above question? This laptop has only 128GB, but if I want to add more disk space in future, can I do it?
thanks
I really wish some of y'all would read up on application multi-process memory management.
Dealsfordad, you could do that same experiment with 8gb of ram, and it would work fine. Chrome is designed to be able to take advantage of any memory available. If you have 16gb, it's going to use it. If you have 8gb, it is going to use it. You'll still be able to have 30 tabs open with 8gb, just like you would with 16gb.
You'll be fine with 8gb of ram.
Why does this LEAF not go as fast or as hard as this TESLA????
Somehow their mental gymnastics transformed a laptop comparison of VALUE into a laptop comparison of PERFORMANCE. Sad analytical skills are abundantly displayed in this thread for a budget laptop.
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You'll be fine with 8gb of ram.
Really it is insane that this was only $199. Compared to my 4GB Chromebook, this thing performs much better and is more efficient with memory. Plus the display is crazy sharp. And I am happy to have some standard Windows apps back like Paint.
Our school district should buy 100 of these things and get rid of the Chromebooks.
Color me impressed. If this deal is still going I may buy a couple more of them.
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