Generally speaking, you’re going to pay more for a laptop than a comparable desktop computer. Smaller components and portability are more expensive and you will see that reflected in your price. Additionally batteries are still quite expensive and account for a large portion of the cost of the laptop. If the computer is used mainly for word processing and internet use, a laptop might be a practical choice. However, video games, video editing and even desktop publishing require additional memory, storage, processing power and possibly high-end video and sound cards. Each of these will increase the cost and the weight of the laptop.Of course, the main benefit of a laptop is the portability. This can be a huge benefit, allowing you to take your computer to and from work, on planes, on business trips, and practically anywhere else. Along with this benefit comes a large drawback. It is just as easy for someone else to walk off with it as it is for you. Laptops are stolen at an alarming rate, because they are just so easy to steal. And when that computer is stolen, not only do you lose the value of the computer, but also all of your valuable data. Many manufacturers include encrypting software or the ability to wipe the drive remotely. Some even have new technology to have the laptop tell you where it is once connected to the internet.
Desktops are less expensive to repair and upgrade plus will probably have a longer lifespan than a laptop. Desktops typically have a larger monitor with 23” being the standard today. Laptops are models are 13 to 17” screens with larger screens consuming much more battery life.
Laptops are more expensive to repair and upgrade due to their small size and proprietary components. It is highly recommended that you get an extended warranty and accident insurance to cover drops and spills. With portability comes bumps, drops and other accidents. Even with higher quality laptops you can expect more than double the chance of hardware failure over a comparable desktop.Laptops are the most convenient computers to use; you can do whatever you want, whenever you want, wherever you want. While the hardware may not be the same, the software that you use on a desktop or laptop will be identical; any software will run the same on a laptop or desktop and the end user experience is the same.
Some additional cost to laptops includes a laptop case or backpack specifically designed to protect the laptop from damage. You may require a cable lock so that you can secure the laptop to a desk so it can’t be stolen. Batteries could lose about 50 % of their charge after 3 years and you may be looking at well over $100 to replace it.In the end it comes down to portability and convenience. Laptops can go where you go and allow you to work or play anywhere. A laptop is going to cost you more but the benefits may well be worth it.
- Dave P, Senior Account Manager
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