If you are planning to buy a laptop, you probably already reviewed the countless models of laptops in stores and got lost in a sea of information. You are not alone at this. Usually, the price of the laptop is the deciding factor, which is a huge mistake that people make, but we will try to help you with the choice so that you can buy a laptop with the best price-performance ratio.
Mac or Windows?
This is not an easy question to answer especially if you’ve never considered switching from Windows to Mac. Here’s a brief overview of the advantages and disadvantages of each operating system.
Windows laptops are mostly cheaper and offer a wider range of designs. Unlike Apple, Microsoft and its partners allow users to purchase a laptop with a touch screen and a design that allows you to easily transform the laptop into a tablet. Windows laptops generally offer better business features and are easy to use.
When it comes to modern design, touch pad and screen quality Mac Book Pros models are better than all Windows devices. Also, while Windows laptops offer more software features, you can easily find the same programs and install them on your Apple laptop. But one of the biggest differences is that Apple laptops can be almost twice as expensive.
Choose the right size
Before choosing anything else you need to decide how portable will your laptop be. Laptops are typically categorized according to the screen size.
11-12 inches: These are the lightest and thinnest laptops, and usually the easiest to carry. For many customers this size is a bit problematic.
13-14 inches: They offer the best balance between functionality and portability.
15 inches: The most popular size of laptops is 15 inches. These laptops are generally heavier, but they can cost less. If you do not plan to carry your laptop that much then this is the best size for you.
17-18 inches: If your laptop will be standing on the desk all day, this will be the right laptop for you. They are usually heavier and have faster processors and a very powerful graphics card.
Keyboard
If your laptop does not have good ergonomics and is not comfortable, be sure that you will hate it. Does the keyboard have enough space between the keys? Is the touch pad easy to use? Take this in consideration when buying a laptop.