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    Buy a new laptop

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    by nandlalinks61 ·

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    I want to buy a new laptop. Which specifications should I have to check before buying? the main purpose for buying a new laptop is to use it as a developer.

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      Re: laptop

      by kees_b ·

      In reply to Buy a new laptop

      First determine what you as a developer for the next 3 to 4 years need in terms of RAM, SSD size, graphics, screen size, slots, numeric keyboard, warranty/support and luxury like a backlighted keyboard.

      Then select a few laptops that meet your requirements, read reviews and choose the best.

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      No mention of what is to be developed or a budget.

      by rproffitt ·

      In reply to Buy a new laptop

      Our most recent programmer’s laptop sounds wild. It has the i9 CPU, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD and the RTX 3070. It cost the same as the i7 laptops from last year. Pretty amazing.

    • #4157086

      Basic guide to buy a laptop.

      by Harisamer214 ·

      In reply to Buy a new laptop

      1. Processor: The processor is the brain of the laptop and is responsible for running all of the software. For development, you will need a processor that is fast and powerful enough to handle the demands of your work. A good processor for development will be an Intel Core i5 or i7 processor or an AMD Ryzen 5 or 7 processor.

      2.RAM: RAM is the memory of the laptop and is used to store data that is currently being used by the processor. For development, you will need a laptop with at least 8GB of RAM. If you are working on large projects or using resource-intensive applications, you may need more RAM.

      3.Storage: Storage is used to store your files, programs, and operating system. For development, you will need a laptop with at least 256GB of storage. If you are working on large projects or using resource-intensive applications, you may need more storage.

      4.Display: The display is how you will see your work, so it is important to choose a display that is clear and sharp. A good display for development will be at least 13 inches in size and have a resolution of at least 1920×1080 pixels.

      5. Battery life: The battery life is how long the laptop can run on a single charge. For development, you will need a laptop with a long battery life so that you can work without having to worry about running out of power. A good battery life for development will be at least 8 hours.

      6. Operating system: The operating system is the software that controls the laptop. For development, you will need a laptop with a Linux or macOS operating system. Windows is not a good choice for development because it is not as stable or secure as Linux or macOS.

      Things to take in consideration while buying a laptop.

      1. Portability: If you plan on taking your laptop with you to work or school, you will need to choose a laptop that is portable. A good laptop for development will be lightweight and have a thin design.

      2. Keyboard and trackpad: The keyboard and trackpad are how you will interact with the laptop, so it is important to choose a laptop that has a comfortable keyboard and trackpad. A good keyboard for development will have a good travel distance and tactile feedback. A good trackpad will be large and responsive.

      3. Other features: There are a few other features that may be important to you, such as a backlit keyboard, a fingerprint reader, or a webcam.

      I hope this helps!

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