Typical price: £230
What is it: Hard-drive MP3 and video player with 20GB memory and 56mm screen
What we think: If you want video and audio in your jeans pocket, get the Archos Gmini 402
Compare the Archos Gmini 402 (20GB)
Archos Gmini 402 (20GB) compared to all other players
![]() Archos Gmini 402 (20GB) |
![]() Apple iPod classic (2nd gen) |
![]() Apple iPod classic |
![]() Apple iPod Photo (30GB) |
|
| Review date | 13 Oct 05 | 16 Sep 08 | 18 Sep 07 | 25 Mar 05 |
| Editor's rating |
|
|
|
|
| Price range | £230 |
£197.98 - £197.98 |
||
| Review summary | Archos's supercompact Gmini 402 portable video player adds DRM-protected media to its long list of features Read full review |
120GB of storage and the addition of the Genius feature, makes up for the slightly reduced battery life over the previous model, reaffirming the iPod classic as our favourite portable audio player on record Read full review |
Apple has not only exceeded our expectations, it's exceeded ones we didn't even have. The iPod classic is a superb audio player with a huge wealth of well-integrated features and intuitive navigation. Our only real concern is that menus can be laggy. Apart from that, outstanding Read full review |
The iPod Photo is a beautiful and versatile device with a new, affordable price. The 30GB version is a particularly good value at only £45 more than the audio-only 20GB version Read full review |
| User rating | ||||
| Full specification | Full specification | Full specification | Full specification |
Want to compare other products?
This page compares the Archos Gmini 402 (20GB) with top-rated products that have similar features. You can choose other products to compare it with on the Compare Products page
Tell us what you think
Do you own this product? Want to share your experiences with other CNET UK users?
Write your own review of the Archos Gmini 402 (20GB)
Can't find the product you're looking for? Want to suggest a product for review?
Latest MP3 player Reviews
Archos 5 Internet Tablet
Has an impressive range of features, but its unresponsive touchscreen is annoying
Philips GoGear Muse
Good format support and a slick design can't make up for a poor screen and laborious user interface
Apple iPod shuffle (September '09, 3rd gen, 4GB)
Its small size is impressive, but makes it trickier to use than rival devices






