Laptop vs Personal Computers
The comparisons behind a table PC and a laptop are many. People’s reasoning behind choosing a desktop computer or a portable laptop should depend on two main factors – performance and features and their range of use. It’s essential to do your homework before you buy either one.
Prices of laptops are steadily decreasing and one can purchase a laptop anywhere between 15,000 to 25,000 Rupees. On the other hand desktop computer systems are still cheaper. Laptops are portable, giving them a strong edge over computers for their anytime-anywhere accessibility. From long plane rides, to working on a holiday, these systems beat a desktop hands down in terms of weight and occupying space. However the chances of losing a laptop or it being stolen is alarmingly high. You not only lose a laptop you lose all the data you have as well. If you’ve spent a good deal of your hard earned money, the loss will hurt. On the other hand, no one really wants to steal a big bulky desktop.
Size does matter when comparing desktop PCs and laptops. Laptops are not only small but can be carried from one room to the next. For beginners the one chord benefit which a laptop offers is a boon compared to the chords and wires involved in a desktop which can get tricky. But still desktops have comfortable keyboard buttons and an easy to use mouse. For people with big fingers typing on a laptops keyboard can be irksome.
Another concern is parts or damages. Laptop manufacturers in India have a ‘proprietary’ policy towards parts of laptops. This means if there is damage done to your laptop or a part is missing, you can buy the part only from that company or have it repaired by them. If you’re out of warranty, you will have to pay their price which is often unreasonable.
In case of desktop computers, finding parts isn’t very difficult and getting them at affordable prices is a bonus. It’s effortless to upgrade computers and add new software’s whereas laptops aren’t very easy to upgrade. Personal computers however consume nearly five times more electricity, so if you’re environmentally conscious you need to keep this bit of information in mind. A PC guzzles nearly 130 watts while a laptop consumes just 15 watts.
Making the right choice is important. You need to look at your personal needs and decide if a laptop or a desktop PC should have room in your life.
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