Laptop Computer Question
Nov 20, 2018 14:00:51 #
I now use an older Lenovo Y570 laptop with Windows 7, 16GB RAM, i7 CPU,Intel integrated graphics + NVIDIA 500m, and a 1TB SSD I installed.
I want to purchase a new Gaming Laptop for my photo processing: Lenovo Windows 10, 16GB, NVIDIA 1050 Ti 4GB Graphics, 1 TB HDD + 128 or 256 or 512 SSD.
Finally, my question...If I use the 1 TB HDD for photos, how large must the SSD be? This is also a $$ decision.
My programs are Photoshop 2019, Lightroom Classic CC, On1, Laminar 2018, Excel, and Word 2010.
I want to purchase a new Gaming Laptop for my photo processing: Lenovo Windows 10, 16GB, NVIDIA 1050 Ti 4GB Graphics, 1 TB HDD + 128 or 256 or 512 SSD.
Finally, my question...If I use the 1 TB HDD for photos, how large must the SSD be? This is also a $$ decision.
My programs are Photoshop 2019, Lightroom Classic CC, On1, Laminar 2018, Excel, and Word 2010.
Nov 20, 2018 14:23:54 #
juan_uy
Loc: Uruguay
I would go at least with the 256 version (as it will be for software only you should be fine).
If it is not a big stretch, you could go for the 512 one....or use that money to increase RAM. But you should be fine, unless there is some specific use case I am not being aware of.
If it is not a big stretch, you could go for the 512 one....or use that money to increase RAM. But you should be fine, unless there is some specific use case I am not being aware of.
Nov 20, 2018 15:25:17 #
Strodav
Loc: Houston, Tx
I agree you want to go with 256GB SSD just to be safe. For image processing the most important factors are CPU speed and number of cores, size and speed of main memory and Graphics card memory and speed. The setup you have listed will easily handle larger images with no problem at all assuming a 4 core i7 at 2.4 Ghz or higher. Nothing wrong with Lenova, but more important is the warranty you will be buying. You will want 24-7 phone support and in home repair for 3 to 5 years. Its one of the reasons I went with Alienware, which is now owned by Dell.
Nov 20, 2018 16:47:04 #
Different answer to an unasked question: Think about going to 32GB or even 64GB of RAM. These days, 16GB is almost minimal.
Nov 21, 2018 07:02:09 #
nikonlad wrote:
I now use an older Lenovo Y570 laptop with Windows... (show quote)
If the programs you mention plus your operating system is all you have, a 500 GB is probably big enough. Only you know for sure. The answer is on your computer. See what your C: drive is now, how much is still available plus a buffer should give you a good idea of what will work for you. Personally I don't keep anything on my 500GB - 1TB SSD computer drives other than the OS and programs, all data, photos, drawing etc. are stored on two 2-TB backup drives per computer and all eventually make it to one of several off site 6TB backup drives. Plus I use Dropbox and the Cloud.
Nov 21, 2018 07:10:26 #
FYI. Odd thing about SSD the bigger it is the faster it is. My first ssd was 128GB when i upgraded to 256GB the differance was very apparent and when I went to 500GB it was like WOW! I was running a dual boot rig the 128 ran win7 and 500 win8.1 so I was able to compare them.
nikonlad wrote:
I now use an older Lenovo Y570 laptop with Windows... (show quote)
Nov 21, 2018 07:49:43 #
Consider buying a tower computer for most of your photo work. You get more power for your buck, plus cooling and expand-ability are better. I went down the laptop route and eventually bought a second tower that worked so much better. I have used my laptop of the occasional field work, but mostly I use my tower and my nice big monitor.
Nov 21, 2018 08:09:37 #
I would recommend at least the 256 GB SSD. I have a 500 GB SSD in this desktop, and it has only 104 GB used, and that's with PS, LR, Dreamweaver, and the usual assortment of programs. I don't like my drives getting more that 75% full. I use a 4 TB internal HDD for data. The SSD has only the OS and programs.
If you click on "This PC," or whatever it's called on your computer Desktop, you'll see how much disk space is used.
If you click on "This PC," or whatever it's called on your computer Desktop, you'll see how much disk space is used.
Nov 21, 2018 08:16:15 #
I only use a laptop for travel. My desktop is for my major processing of images. It has a 500 GB SSD Drive and a 1TB HHD Drive. All my images are on external drives and my LR catalog is on a separate external SSD drive
Nov 21, 2018 08:20:57 #
You can buy the 1TByte SSD from Crucial for about $220, I installed them in two desktops and one laptop. boot up time is less than 30 seconds, and programs open instantly.
Nov 21, 2018 08:32:03 #
I began my newly configured desktop after a power surge burned the motherboard & RAM with i7 and 240GB SSD. (2012 - Sandy) Three years ago, I installed a 1 TB SSD and removed the 240 GB SSD. I converted the 240 GB to a portable hard drive for travel with my laptop. I have only programs and the operating system on my SSD. If you feel you might expand the system and add programs, I would recommend a minimum of 512 GB for the SSD.
Good luck!
Mark
Good luck!
Mark
nikonlad wrote:
I now use an older Lenovo Y570 laptop with Windows... (show quote)
Nov 21, 2018 09:08:22 #
My system is similar. I would go for the 512GB SSD if at all possible. My 256GB is filling up with applications and updates. I have moved all of my libraries to the 1TB drive, only using the SSD for applications that I want to be responsive, the operating system, and swap space.
Nov 21, 2018 10:19:36 #
Certainly no smaller than 256. 512 protects you further into the future. 1T is probably over kill with a separate HD for photos. This is assuming the use of LR and/or PS. If your editor accesses the actual file frequently, it is a different issue. I think most editing apps now work on thumbnails during editing and only grab the file in the final process.
Nov 21, 2018 12:12:58 #
Hi nikonlad, I have that laptop (Lenovo Legion Y520), it's listed as a gaming laptop and works great for photography. I recommend that you get as large an SSD as you can afford.
Nov 21, 2018 18:27:04 #
All the UHH replies are right on.
My system is backed up on Backblaze. It looks like the way to go would be to buy the least expensive system with 16GB of RAM, 1 TB HDD and 128GB SSD. Then buy a 500GB SSD and install it in place of the 128GB model, buy another 16GB chip and add it to the 16GB I already have for a total of 32 GB.
The tricky part is to mirror Windows 10 from the 128GB to the 500GB and cross my fingers. I used a DVD I bought from Best Buy to copy my old HDD on my Y520 to the Sandisk 1 TB SSD I purchased.
Sorry, if this is a dumb Question: Can I pull the old 1TB Sandisk SSD from my Lenovo Y520 and install it in my new computer?
My system is backed up on Backblaze. It looks like the way to go would be to buy the least expensive system with 16GB of RAM, 1 TB HDD and 128GB SSD. Then buy a 500GB SSD and install it in place of the 128GB model, buy another 16GB chip and add it to the 16GB I already have for a total of 32 GB.
The tricky part is to mirror Windows 10 from the 128GB to the 500GB and cross my fingers. I used a DVD I bought from Best Buy to copy my old HDD on my Y520 to the Sandisk 1 TB SSD I purchased.
Sorry, if this is a dumb Question: Can I pull the old 1TB Sandisk SSD from my Lenovo Y520 and install it in my new computer?
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