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Laptop vs Desktop

Laptop vs desktop

There are a a few things to consider when choosing to purchase a laptop vs a desktop PC:

Laptops

  • Mobile
  • Light
  • Easier to take home
  • Easier to assemble, usually just take out of box and go
  • Keyboards are smaller
  • Screen sizes are generally smaller

Desktops

  • Cheaper
  • Easier to repair/upgrade
  • Harder to steal
  • Screen sizes can be 15" or larger
  • Generally, because of the video cards, preferred by gamers