Buying A Laptop On A Budget Five Important Things That You Must Consider First
Laptop computers are getting smaller and more advanced every day. Fortunately, prices have been coming down as well. While that is great news for consumers, it doesnt change the fact that for most shoppers, a new laptop represents a large purchase and most large purchases are made on a strict budget. Fortunately, its fairly simple to get the most bang for your buck while making sure that your new laptop has all the features that you need and doesnt become quickly outdated. The key to buying a laptop on a budget is weighing needs versus wants in five main areas: size, screen, GPU, CPU, and RAM.
Size
For most shoppers laptop size is a matter of personal preference, but when buying a laptop on a budget, size can be a major deal-breaker because a specific size preference may not be in the budget no matter which features you give up. The most economical laptops weigh in the 6- to 8-pound range. Laptops outside of this range are usually specifically designed to meet other criteria (like an ultra portable at 3 pounds, or a desktop replacement that rivals the power of a desktop), and...