Laptop : Top 5 Buying Tips
How to buy notebooks
Before you buy, look for:
1 Configuration/Technology
If you are an entry-level user, it is strongly recommended you go in for an Intel Pentium M Processor, with 1.70 GHZ. Mid-endusers have to decide between Core Duo, Core 2 Duo and AMD Turion 64X2. Prices range from Rs 50k to Rs 65K. All these processors offer excellent wireless features and made for mobility. If you are looking at affordable prices and 64 bit dual core technology, as of now AMD 64 x 2 is the best bet, and it's available at Rs 50K. In terms of graphical capabilities, make sure the notebook supports good graphics and be able to run apps smoothly. If you are not too much into gaming, basic multimedia capabilities will do.
2 Battery Life
The battery back up of mid-end notebooks range from 2.5 to 4 hours. With wireless, most notebooks can churn around 2.5 hours and with screen brightness dimmed to half will further boost battery back up. By default the primary battery is 6-cell Lithium Ion, but if your mobility requirements are high, one can always go for a 9-cell option at an additional cost and at least 5 hours back up.
3 Display
The in thing today is widescreen that has many advantages like better viewing angle and optimal visual experience. Screen sizes of compact notebooks are usually 12.1” and for mid-end notebooks it is usually 14.1” or 15.4”. For desktop replacement, 17” notebooks are becoming a popular option.
4 Data Security
On the security front, the latest and the best notebooks are equipped with enhanced features such as TPM (trusted platform module), finger print reader and HDD security. The Fingerprint Module is a biometric reader, which uses a person's fingerprint to ensure security. This ensures not only efficient security but also ease of use; one can also lock the files/folders etc. to protect from unauthorized access.
5 Weight and Build Quality
Mid-end notebooks usually weighs 2.5 kgs and upwards and if you are looking at a truly portable notebook, a sub 1.5kg machine is the right choice. But true ultra portability comes with a price. An important factor is also to look at performance, some notebooks sacrifice performance for a thin and light form factor. The build quality of the notebook is also important; it should have that rugged feel and should come out with HDD protection system that can cushion the HDD from bumps and vibrations.
Source- cybermedia
Before you buy, look for:
1 Configuration/Technology
If you are an entry-level user, it is strongly recommended you go in for an Intel Pentium M Processor, with 1.70 GHZ. Mid-endusers have to decide between Core Duo, Core 2 Duo and AMD Turion 64X2. Prices range from Rs 50k to Rs 65K. All these processors offer excellent wireless features and made for mobility. If you are looking at affordable prices and 64 bit dual core technology, as of now AMD 64 x 2 is the best bet, and it's available at Rs 50K. In terms of graphical capabilities, make sure the notebook supports good graphics and be able to run apps smoothly. If you are not too much into gaming, basic multimedia capabilities will do.
2 Battery Life
The battery back up of mid-end notebooks range from 2.5 to 4 hours. With wireless, most notebooks can churn around 2.5 hours and with screen brightness dimmed to half will further boost battery back up. By default the primary battery is 6-cell Lithium Ion, but if your mobility requirements are high, one can always go for a 9-cell option at an additional cost and at least 5 hours back up.
3 Display
The in thing today is widescreen that has many advantages like better viewing angle and optimal visual experience. Screen sizes of compact notebooks are usually 12.1” and for mid-end notebooks it is usually 14.1” or 15.4”. For desktop replacement, 17” notebooks are becoming a popular option.
4 Data Security
On the security front, the latest and the best notebooks are equipped with enhanced features such as TPM (trusted platform module), finger print reader and HDD security. The Fingerprint Module is a biometric reader, which uses a person's fingerprint to ensure security. This ensures not only efficient security but also ease of use; one can also lock the files/folders etc. to protect from unauthorized access.
5 Weight and Build Quality
Mid-end notebooks usually weighs 2.5 kgs and upwards and if you are looking at a truly portable notebook, a sub 1.5kg machine is the right choice. But true ultra portability comes with a price. An important factor is also to look at performance, some notebooks sacrifice performance for a thin and light form factor. The build quality of the notebook is also important; it should have that rugged feel and should come out with HDD protection system that can cushion the HDD from bumps and vibrations.
Source- cybermedia
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