Cheap Computers Guide - A Desktop or a Laptop?

Cheap Computers - Choosing a Desktop or a Laptop

Cheap computer systems could either be desktops or laptops. The decision as to whether to purchase a desktop or a laptop will depend on what you will be using it for.

You will definitely get more computing power and expandability from a desktop. But, if you will need to be carrying your computer from one location to another, I would strongly recommend that you get a laptop.

Laptops vs. Desktops

Laptops:

Advantages - Laptops:

The major advantage of a laptop is its portability - Being able to move it easily from one location to another.

Laptops are versatile enabling them to be used anywhere and anytime. You can almost perform the same tasks on top-of-the-line laptops as you would on desktops with limitations.

For information on the other advantages of a laptop, please see my Cheap Laptop Computer Guide by clickinq here.­

Disadvantages - Laptops:

• Cost more than a desktop.
• Difficult to upgrade and repair.
• More easily lost or stolen.
• Not as durable as a desktop.

Desktops:

The generic term 'Desktop Computer' is being used loosely to describe any full-size computer but, in fact, it is really a system housed in a horizontal case that sits on a desk.

The term 'Desktop Computer' in this Cheap Computer guide refers to any full-size computer; namely, mid-tower, full tower and, of course, the horizontal case.

Advantages - Desktops:

• Desktops are usually used for testing new technology.
• Cheaper to buy than a comparative laptop.
• Much easier and cheaper to upgrade.
• Faster than a comparative laptop.
• Better for gaming and other high intensity computer needs.
• A better keyboard, mouse and screen.
• Harder to steal.
• Since they have a larger monitor, keyboard and mouse, they are more comfortable to use for longer periods of time.

Disadvantages - Desktops:

• Not easily transported.
• Takes up more space.

Cheap Computers - Desktop or Laptop? Making a decision .....

Deciding on whether to buy a desktop or a laptop computer system might be difficult and is a matter of personal choice or, most importantly, depending on your needs.

Always remember that they can both run identical software. Therefore, your decision should be based upon price and performance vs. mobility.

If you will need to be accessing your computer while you are away from your base, you will definitely need a laptop.

Also, if you need a computer that can be relocated easily, a laptop should be your choice. But... if you are looking for a computer that is not required to be mobile, then a desktop should be your choice.

Laptops are ideal for people on the go.

One of the main advantages of buying a desktop instead of a laptop is that they can be the cheapest and also the fastest PCs.

Final Thoughts

What do you want to be able to do with your computer? Are you planning on playing the most difficult games and doing intensive video editing or, relaxing in your TV room watching movies while surfing the Internet and sending and receiving emails?

Get a desktop if you are looking for cheap computers or top-of-the-line-systems. Otherwise, if you are looking for a good computer with great portability, a laptop should be your best choice.

The decision is yours!

Click here to look at some desktops and here to look at some laptops