What are the tips for purchasing a laptop?
The only advantage of a laptop is that it is lightweight. Most laptops do not have numeric keys, and the numeric key functions are replaced by letter keys. However, if you need to use numbers frequently, People who work with keys can choose a notebook with a numeric keyboard.
Next, let’s take a look at how to choose a notebook according to your needs.
Clear positioning
1. First, clarify the positioning of your notebook, that is, what is your notebook used for? Generally speaking, you choose a multi-purpose notebook for processing documents and watching videos. If you want to play casual games, you only need general configuration, and notebooks priced around 3500-4000 can be considered. If it is a business notebook, the main considerations are its thinness and screen quality, and its adaptability to business trips and conference presentations. Many brands of this type of notebook have corresponding recommendations. For high-end configurations, consider Apple computers. If it is a laptop used by IT technicians, the configuration requirements are relatively high, and the laptop is required to run large-scale software. If it is mainly used for games, it must be equipped with an I7 CPU and an independent graphics card (or dual graphics cards) so that you can play games smoothly. However, the price of this type of notebook is relatively high, usually above 7,000. If it is for children, choose an entry-level notebook that only requires ordinary configurations.
2. No notebook is perfect, there is no best, only the most suitable, so you must first clarify your positioning. Next, we will have a more detailed understanding of the brand, appearance, screen, keyboard and touchpad, hardware configuration, operating system, etc.
Several aspects that need to be considered
1. Laptop brands. Currently in China, the more popular brands are Lenovo, Asus, Lenovo ThinkPad, Dell, HP, etc. For more brand rankings, the latest situation every week and every month, it is recommended to check some quotation or recommendation websites.
2. The appearance of the notebook mainly depends on the color and material. Nowadays, notebooks have many colors to choose from. Of course, the choice should be based on personal preference and stain resistance. Girls usually prefer the appearance of Dell and Sony, which are fashionable and beautiful. Lenovo and HP are more traditional, and boys usually have more choices. Materials can be mainly divided into metal and non-metal, smooth and non-smooth. We will not delve into it in more depth. We can consider it from several aspects such as appearance, whether it is resistant to falling, and whether it is easy to scratch.
3. Laptop screen. Laptop screen sizes range from 14 inches to 17 inches. As for how big to choose, of course everyone has to choose according to their own preferences. The smaller one is lighter and easier to carry, but the heat dissipation effect is not good enough. The larger one is more suitable for watching videos and playing games, and has relatively good heat dissipation effect, but it is not easy to move. Screens are also divided into widescreen and standard. Widescreen increases the visual space, but currently many games still do not support widescreen, so for gamesThe player is not suitable. There are also smooth and non-smooth screens. Smooth screens have higher contrast and brightness and better visual effects, but the reflectivity is also higher and the eyes are prone to fatigue. Non-glossy screens will not interfere with reflections, and now the contrast ratio has been greatly improved, and the price is lower than smooth ones. Personally, I think I need to experience it myself to know which screen I prefer.
4. Laptop keyboard and touchpad. The only advantage of laptops is that they are lightweight. Generally, laptops do not have numeric keys. The numeric key functions are replaced by letter keys. However, if you need to use numeric keys frequently, People who work can choose a notebook with a numeric keyboard. At present, the best laptop keyboards and touchpads are made by Apple notebooks. It is recommended to type and use the touchpad in person, and choose the type of keyboard and touchpad you like based on your own feel.
5. Laptop hardware configuration, processor, hard disk, memory, and graphics card are the most important hardware configurations. The current processor is generally Intel brand and has been upgraded from i3-i5-i7. Of course, the higher the processing speed, the higher the processing speed. The faster, i5 can already meet general needs, if you need higher speed, choose i7 processor. As for memory, it currently generally reaches the 4GB standard, but with the popularity of 64-bit systems, the bigger the memory, the better. 8GB-16GB can give you better multi-tasking performance. As for the graphics card, if you need to run large-scale 3D games, you need to be equipped with independent graphics cards from AMD and Nvidia; if it is just for office work, a general integrated graphics card is enough and more power-saving. Currently, we recommend the solid-state drive option. Although the capacity is lower, its lifespan and speed are extremely advantageous. Currently, there are relatively few notebooks equipped with optical drives, but buyers who need to use optical discs must choose notebooks with optical drives.
6. Laptop operating system. Currently, laptops in the market are mainly Windows. There are also Apple Macs and Google Chromebooks. Most users will choose Windows products, currently including A small number of Windows 7 and a large number of Windows 8 laptops. Among them, Windows 8/8.1 notebooks are usually equipped with touch screens and have the most diverse product categories, and can be used in various fields such as office, entertainment, and business. The Apple system is also easier to use, but the price is relatively high.