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Geo - GeoBook 120 Minecraft Edition 12.5-inch HD Laptop - Intel Celeron Quad Core Processor - 4GB Memory - 64GB eMMC - Minecraft Green $129.99

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Best Buy [bestbuy.com] has GeoBook 120 Minecraft Edition 12.5-inch HD Laptop (GE166) for $129.99. Shipping is free or choose curbside pickup where stock permits.

Also available in blue, pink and purple. But only the Minecraft green comes with the full version of Minecraft, a 1-year subscription to Microsoft 365, and the Minecraft stickers.

Description

GeoBook 120 Minecraft Edition offers inspiration in a world of endless possibilities with Minecraft included free from the Microsoft Store, along with bonus skin packs, texture packs and Minecoins. A sticker pack is also included to help you make the device your own. Ideal for both work and play, this laptop comes pre-loaded with Windows 10 in S-mode and also includes a 1-year subscription to Microsoft 365 Personal, offering access to leading productivity software such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint and more. Powered by an Intel Celeron Quad Core processor, 4GB RAM and includes 64GB eMMC storage built-in, along with a 2MP webcam and integrated mic & speakers.


Features

Intel® Celeron® N3450 Quad-Core processor

Enjoy a computer with an Intel® Celeron® processor. Experience Intel performance with entertainment features and fast connectivity. The Intel Celeron processor delivers performance in a new computer that fits your lifestyle and budget.


Memory

4GB system memory for basic multitasking. Adequate high-bandwidth RAM to smoothly run multiple applications and browser tabs all at once.


Dimensions

Weighs 3.05 lbs. and measures 0.7" thin, ultraportable design, featuring a smaller screen size and omitting the DVD/CD drive to achieve the compact form factor. 2-cell lithium-polymer. battery.


Wireless/Wired connectivity (WiFi 5 - 802.11 ac)

Connect to a Wireless-AC router for nearly 3x the speed, more capacity and wider coverage than Wireless-N. Backward-compatible with all other Wi-Fi networks and hotspots.


Software Included

Software package included Minecraft (Full Version), Microsoft 365 1-Year Subscription

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11-01-2021 at 08:01 PM.

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11-01-2021 at 08:01 PM.
So all I can say is I bought two Acer Spin 1 2-in-1s over the past year and a half. They have Pentium N5000 CPUs which apparently are about 25% more powerful then the one listed here. They also have 4GB of RAM.

My kids just wanted to start playing Minecraft so we installed it and it runs so slow it is basically unplayable, even when I tuned down the settings.

So, how this thing can advertise as a "Minecraft" laptop is just ridiculous. It seems it is just branding, but don't expect to actually be able to play Minecraft on it.

These were barely powerful enough to get them through early grades during COVID at home. Basic web browsing at best.
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Sumie
11-03-2021 at 08:27 AM.
11-03-2021 at 08:27 AM.
Quote from bengalih :
So all I can say is I bought two Acer Spin 1 2-in-1s over the past year and a half. They have Pentium N5000 CPUs which apparently are about 25% more powerful then the one listed here. They also have 4GB of RAM.

My kids just wanted to start playing Minecraft so we installed it and it runs so slow it is basically unplayable, even when I tuned down the settings.

So, how this thing can advertise as a "Minecraft" laptop is just ridiculous. It seems it is just branding, but don't expect to actually be able to play Minecraft on it.

These were barely powerful enough to get them through early grades during COVID at home. Basic web browsing at best.
This does come with the MS Store version of Minecraft, which is the Bedrock edition rather than the Java edition. The difference is that Bedrock is far more optimized at the expense of being less customizable and platform specific. Most kids don't care.
I've run Minecraft Bedrock on much older Atom processors (z8750) and it works well enough at 720p. This will run it just fine.

EDIT: Ok maybe the z8750 isn't older than the N3450...
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11-03-2021 at 12:12 PM.

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11-03-2021 at 12:12 PM.
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So all I can say is I bought two Acer Spin 1 2-in-1s over the past year and a half. They have Pentium N5000 CPUs which apparently are about 25% more powerful then the one listed here. They also have 4GB of RAM.
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These were barely powerful enough to get them through early grades during COVID at home. Basic web browsing at best.
All of these Atom-based laptops definitely struggle with Windows. They're beasts for ChromeOS, and Linux can be made to run well, but for Windows your standard entry-level machine should employ four big cores (think i-series vs. Atom) and 8GB of RAM. Typically these days the refurb space starts at around $280-300, but thanks to early BF deals there have been some relatively awesome retail devices appearing in the $340 range(!).

I'm honestly shocked that this thread has remained so quiet given that the sub $200 Windows space is almost universally a source of excitement for Slickdeals despite the aforementioned issues. However, I realize that this is the first post for the user (vs. a paid advertisement).

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bengalih
11-03-2021 at 03:59 PM.
11-03-2021 at 03:59 PM.
Quote from Sumie :
This does come with the MS Store version of Minecraft, which is the Bedrock edition rather than the Java edition. The difference is that Bedrock is far more optimized at the expense of being less customizable and platform specific. Most kids don't care.
I've run Minecraft Bedrock on much older Atom processors (z8750) and it works well enough at 720p. This will run it just fine.

EDIT: Ok maybe the z8750 isn't older than the N3450...
Yeah, I realized after I posted that this was likely the bedrock full version.
I'm sure it runs faster than the Java, but all my point still stand.
If the Java version can run on my laptop at what is maybe 5-10 fps, that gives you a pretty good idea of what this lesser laptop offers.
I mean look, for $130 it is a decent deal if you need really basic browsing. But for most people, something like this is going to be discarded due to frustration.
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heinekensx
11-03-2021 at 05:13 PM.
11-03-2021 at 05:13 PM.
This is a perfect gift for someone who you hate!
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lesterhung
11-04-2021 at 01:54 PM.
11-04-2021 at 01:54 PM.
These cheap machines used to come with 1 yr MS office subscription. Anyone know if they still come with one?
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PityOnU
11-05-2021 at 10:58 AM.
11-05-2021 at 10:58 AM.
This actually seems like a pretty nifty little device, and it comes with Minecraft and a 1 year Office subscription. Seems like a pretty good deal if you know what you're getting and can accept it. This should do most of what your average person needs to do without any issue. I think Minecraft is a bit of wishful thinking, though...

Note that:

1. This does not support Windows 11.

2. This will run like absolute garbage unless you put in some major work after receiving it. You will need to upgrade Windows 10 S to the full version, then do a complete reinstall of Windows 10 from a USB drive, then disable (a) indexing, (b) antivirus, and (c) updates. Probably the store as well.

If #2 sounds crazy and makes you uncomfortable, then this is not a laptop for you, I'm afraid. You will need to shell out the dough for more capable hardware.
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rutgersftw
11-05-2021 at 11:29 AM.
11-05-2021 at 11:29 AM.
I was in best buy picking out a new Chromebook the other day but thought, hey, I'll give this a look as a cheaper option. The touchpad is rough plastic, the screen is barely 200 nits, dull, and washed-out all at once, and it doesn't feel like it will stand up to a kid for long. The MSRP on this is a laugh for sure.
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SensibleBook349
11-07-2021 at 08:33 PM.
11-07-2021 at 08:33 PM.
I think this is a good deal given it's 2021. Nothing close since Black Friday 2020. In for 2 for my kids homeschooling (their program needs Windows) unless if something else better pops up. Not opposed to paying more. Thought about that Target $180 but I have sworn to not buy anything else dual core after my last experience with one. Hoping something better comes along by BF in this $150ish space but if not, these will have to do.
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