Laptop vs desktop...
Apr 27, 2022 09:31:44 #
The more I think about, the more I become inclined to recommend a solid laptop against a full desktop.
A good laptop (cost is $1.800.00 6GB graphic card, 2 internal drives, 32GB RAM) cost slightly more but has serious advantages.
► Can be used anywhere
► Can us use all the peripherals a desktop does, including large screens
► Energy use is greatly reduced
Laptop display can be calibrated
If the laptop is 'touch screen' they can be used as primitive drawing tablets (Lack the pressure option)
Draw downs:
► Can be slower depending on CPU selected
► Smaller display (17")
► Less expendable (RAM & Internal drive).
► Keyboard is smaller and no dedicated numeric pad.
► Awkward (to me) touchpad
► Not all that attractive if ones creates videos or audio tracks.
What is your take on this?
A good laptop (cost is $1.800.00 6GB graphic card, 2 internal drives, 32GB RAM) cost slightly more but has serious advantages.
► Can be used anywhere
► Can us use all the peripherals a desktop does, including large screens
► Energy use is greatly reduced
Laptop display can be calibrated
If the laptop is 'touch screen' they can be used as primitive drawing tablets (Lack the pressure option)
Draw downs:
► Can be slower depending on CPU selected
► Smaller display (17")
► Less expendable (RAM & Internal drive).
► Keyboard is smaller and no dedicated numeric pad.
► Awkward (to me) touchpad
► Not all that attractive if ones creates videos or audio tracks.
What is your take on this?
Apr 27, 2022 09:38:04 #
Desktop preferred is the mini and then carry an iPad. The old KISS at work.
Apr 27, 2022 09:47:05 #
I find both useful in my work. Beefy desktop to assist with PP along with a laptop for field work and tethering. Wouldn't want to be without either. Best of luck.
Apr 27, 2022 09:47:12 #
1. I won't pay $1,800 for ANY computer.
2. Desktops have always been characteristically faster than laptops.
3. I can have dual monitors easily on a desktop.
4. I won't buy a laptop without a numeric keypad.
5. I won't use a touch pad, I have a wireless mouse on my laptop.
6. Desktop can have internal drive(s) added.
7. I don't calibrate displays. Not worried if any hue is ≈10% off.
Our desktop (in the office) is our serious computer, laptops are in the family room.
Our laptops only travel when we go by car, for a week or more.
But everyone is different with regard to their needs and desires, eh?
2. Desktops have always been characteristically faster than laptops.
3. I can have dual monitors easily on a desktop.
4. I won't buy a laptop without a numeric keypad.
5. I won't use a touch pad, I have a wireless mouse on my laptop.
6. Desktop can have internal drive(s) added.
7. I don't calibrate displays. Not worried if any hue is ≈10% off.
Our desktop (in the office) is our serious computer, laptops are in the family room.
Our laptops only travel when we go by car, for a week or more.
But everyone is different with regard to their needs and desires, eh?
Apr 27, 2022 09:55:33 #
Rongnongno wrote:
The more I think about, the more I become inclined... (show quote)
I've had my laptop too long now to remember all the details, but:
It is an HP brand, 17 inch screen.
From my memory, it is at least as fast as my desktop was.
It does have a dedicated number pad.
It has three USB connectors, plus two more that look different but I don't know what they're for.
Where my desktop monitor could only stand straight up, the laptop monitor is adjustable to make it very comfortable for my back, neck and eyes to watch it.
If/when it gives up, I will promptly replace it with another, similar one.
Apr 27, 2022 09:58:57 #
MrMophoto
Loc: Rhode Island "The biggest little"
I have a Dell gamming laptop ($1200 about five years ago), I have it set up with external mouse, keyboard, and monitor. I have a USB bus for any other peripherals, including an external hard drive a scanner, a printer, CD/DVD player and a phone charger. Essentially I just use the CPU, It all works great. Since I only work from home, transporting it is not an issue. I've been on vaca with my camera many times and simply wait until I get home to process my images. I carry at least 6 SD cards.
Apr 27, 2022 10:23:49 #
I Bought a Dell ALIENWARE 17 inch gamming laptop 32 GB Memory 2 TB SSD . And I have never played a game on it. Photo editing takes a lot of power. Some days I download 1500 photos that are 24 Meg and need a fast powerful laptop to keep up. Not cheep, but I love it.
Apr 27, 2022 10:38:34 #
I am retired—have never had a need to take my computer out of my residence. I see no reason to buy a laptop to replace or compliment my iMac.
I do use an iPad——again, at home.
I do use an iPad——again, at home.
Apr 27, 2022 10:52:14 #
Dikdik
Loc: Winnipeg, Canada
A desktop keyboard is generally much better... if you use a keyboard often.
Apr 27, 2022 11:14:25 #
Rongnongno wrote:
The more I think about, the more I become inclined to recommend a solid laptop against a full desktop.
Article in docx format from a decade ago, about ... why the Desktop PC will live forever. Still valid today!
Apr 27, 2022 11:20:37 #
bobbyjohn wrote:
Article in docx format from a decade ago, about ... why the Desktop PC will live forever. Still valid today!
FYI - Printed to a PDF to post would be more expedient...
Some have old Word versions and have to go through hoops to get it converted to a .doc file.
Apr 27, 2022 11:21:53 #
Rongnongno wrote:
The more I think about, the more I become inclined... (show quote)
Both. I use my Desktop 90% of the time, but like the freedom of a laptop, both at home and while traveling. I share files from the desktop via an internal network as well as using remote desktop to "sign into" the desktop from the laptop. Which to use kind of depends on what I need to accomplish. The laptop isn't a 100% replacement to the desktop, but I like to sit everywhere / anywhere in the building and have essentially the same computer-based options.
Apr 27, 2022 11:24:34 #
CHG_CANON wrote:
Both. I use my Desktop 90% of the time, but like the freedom of a laptop, both at home and while traveling. I share files from the desktop via an internal network as well as using remote desktop to "sign into" the desktop from the laptop. Which to use kind of depends on what I need to accomplish. The laptop isn't a 100% replacement to the desktop, but I like to sit everywhere / anywhere in the building and have essentially the same computer-based options.
Ditto.
I can use my laptop while watching TV.
Apr 27, 2022 11:50:43 #
Longshadow wrote:
Ditto.
I can use my laptop while watching TV.
I can use my laptop while watching TV.
I sit in the middle of an office desk, TV in one direction, computer monitor in the other. A larger TV in another room is available via the laptop.
Apr 27, 2022 11:52:54 #
CHG_CANON wrote:
I sit in the middle of an office desk, TV in one direction, computer monitor in the other. A larger TV in another room is available via the laptop.
Same, but Dual Monitors!
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