And Then There Was Light Build your FREE Web site in minutes. Most of the ultraportable notebooks in our roundup use the Pentium III processor with SpeedStep, running at 600 MHz. The Dell notebook's 500-MHz PIII is the only processor without SpeedStep. Bold type denotes first place. Low scores are best.
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These miniature notebooks all weigh less than 4 pounds each. To save weight, certain elements must be eliminated or reduced-such as screen size. The ultralight philosophy emphasizes size and weight concerns over screen size, so don't expect to see 14 to 16-inch screens in this class of laptops. A smaller screen means a smaller casing, which fits better on laps and airplane tray tables. Another weight-saving measure is shrinking the battery.