Here is a blog post drafted for your specific "September" build or update cycle. Retrospective: Windows Vista Home Basic SP2 (32-Bit/x86)
Note: Without Aero, integrated graphics (Intel GMA 950, SiS, VIA chipsets) ran acceptably, which was not the case with Home Premium or Ultimate. Windows Vista Home Basic SP2 -32 Bit- x86 -Sept...
On a machine with 512 MB to 1 GB of RAM (typical for 2006–2008 netbooks like the Asus Eee PC or Acer Aspire One), Aero would choke performance. Home Basic runs smoothly with post-SP2, whereas Home Premium stutters even at 1 GB. Here is a blog post drafted for your