1. What format is best for a laptop? 💻

The first question you should ask yourself is what kind of laptop you're looking for. There are traditional clamshell laptops, 2-in-1s, Chromebooks, and more. The screens on convertible laptops (also known as 2-in-1s), for example, can rotate 360 degrees.

This allows you to use the laptop as a tablet. They can also be placed in a tent-like position to watch movies or participate in video calls. Chromebooks, on the other hand, run exclusively Google's web-focused Chrome OS and are generally used for everyday tasks.

All you need is a Gmail account and boom, you're in. Each has its pros and cons. Chromebooks are affordable and generally have good battery life, while convertibles are typically lightweight and portable.

2. How much processing power do I need in a laptop? ⚙️

Si buscas potencia en la CPU, busca procesadores con nombres numéricos más altos. Un Core i7 es más adecuado para gaming y trabajos más intensos que para tareas cotidianas. Los Intel processors están disponibles en Core i3, Core i5, Core i7 y Core i9. Cuanto mayor sea el número, más potente será la CPU.

Si no necesitas mucha potencia, los procesadores Intel Core i5 son tu mejor opción, ya que ofrecen buen rendimiento a un precio razonable. Para trabajo de oficina básico y navegación web, un Core i3 es suficiente. En cuanto a las opciones de AMD, el Ryzen 3 es bueno para productivity básica y navegación web, mientras que los chips Ryzen 5 rivalizan con los Core i5 de Intel como opciones versátiles.

If you need more power, the Ryzen 7 chip is ideal for content creation such as video editing. Finally, if you work with 4K video, opt for a Ryzen 9.

3. Discrete graphics or integrated graphics? 🎮

You'll want one Discrete graphics card for extreme gaming or video editingIt is separate from the processor, so you can expect higher performance from it.

Integrated graphics, on the other hand, are connected to the CPU and use less power as a result. This is perfectly fine for everyday tasks, especially if you don't do anything that requires a lot of graphical power.

4. How much memory do I need in a laptop? 💾

8GB of RAM is sufficient for general use. If you have a gaming laptop, 16GB of RAM is ideal, with 32GB being a future-proof configuration. Content creators will want as much as possible.

5. Do I need a large screen on a laptop? 📺

If you're a video editor or someone who works a lot with multimedia, you'll want a screen that measures between 15 and 17 inches. The sweet spot is somewhere between 13 and 14 inches, though.

Cuanto más grande sea la pantalla, más pesada será tu laptop. Una pantalla de 13 o 14 pulgadas es la mejor en términos de portabilidad y valor.

6. How long should my laptop last on a single charge? 🔋

If you plan on taking your laptop everywhere, look for something that can last between 10 and 12 hours on a single charge. That's more than a full workday, so it should get you through long flights or a day of school.

Obviously, bigger is always better. Just keep in mind that the bigger the battery, the heavier the laptop will be.

7. How much does a good laptop cost? 💰

Many good laptops cost around $1500 to $2000, but the price really depends on your budget. If you're strapped for cash, go for a Chromebook or an entry-level business laptop.

You can find solid options for less than $1,000. Spending between $1,000 and $750 can get you better displays, better performance, more storage, and more attractive designs. If you can splurge on a laptop that costs more than $1,000, you're generally paying for premium build quality, great extras, and top-notch performance.

Gaming laptops are different. You can sometimes find entry-level gaming laptops with discrete graphics on sale for around $1,000, but you'll generally need to spend at least $1,000 for a system with decent 1080p gaming capabilities.

Puedes pagar más, a menudo mucho más, por mejor potencia gráfica y pantallas más bonitas, pero los costos pueden aumentar rápidamente dependiendo de tu hardware preferido.

Some fully-loaded gaming laptops can cost several thousand dollars, but you're getting the equivalent of a desktop replacement in return. Spending between $1,200 and $2,000 usually gets you a very good gaming laptop.

8. Are connectivity options important in a laptop? 🔌

A wide range of ports is always a plus in my opinion, as it eliminates the need for an adapter. I would recommend a laptop that has both USB-C and USB-A.

An HDMI port is also nice. This is especially useful when you want to connect to an external monitor.