Both netbooks and laptops have LCD screens and keyboards that are connected by hinges. They both run on rechargeable batteries. That’s where the similarities between these two types of computer end.
Although netbooks and laptops are both designed for mobile use, the netbook is a significantly scaled-down version of a traditional laptop.
Most laptops are powerful enough for everday use and can perform the same functions as a desktop computer — word processing, spreadsheets, multimedia web browsing and more. Laptops have standard-size keyboards and screens 11 inches and up.
Netbooks are designed for portability, with smaller keyboards and screens — generally from 7 to 10 inches — barebones applications and stripped-down operating systems. At three to five pounds, netbooks are also lighter than most laptops, which can weigh as much as 10 pounds.