“Laptop Specs” is short for Laptop Specs. There are a number of different laptop specifications to consider when shopping for a laptop; some are more important than others. You don’t have to be a computer guru to buy a good laptop, but a short crash course on the main components will probably go a long way.
A USB drive for use with a laptop.
As computing technologies advance so rapidly, the best way to find out about the latest and greatest specs is to do some basic laptop review research on a technology search engine or website. Many websites allow visitors to compare laptops to each other to better identify the right laptop for the potential buyer’s needs.
A stick of RAM, for a laptop.
The first specification that stands out is the processor. This is the engine, or brain, of the laptop. You will notice two things about the processor: the make, the model, and the speed. While the laptop is supposed to be fast, spending a lot of money just to get the fastest processor might not be the right way to go. What is right for a particular buyer depends on how the laptop will be used. If you’re using it for basic web browsing, emailing, chatting, and basic document creation, you probably don’t need the fastest processor available. However, if a laptop is used to play online games, the speed of the processor becomes crucial for the overall performance of the game.
The screen size of a laptop can be an important laptop specification among avid gamers.
Another important laptop specification is memory. There are different types of memory, but when talking about laptop memory, random access memory (RAM) is usually the type that is being referred to. Memory is proportional to processor speed: you must increase one to see increases in the other. Increasing a computer’s memory will allow you to perform more tasks at the same time. Making a list of all the programs that are likely to be used on the laptop will help determine how much memory is needed for the laptop to run efficiently.
Specs like processor speed are crucial in determining the kinds of things a consumer can do with a computer, including gaming and graphics processing.
Laptop screen size is the most important of all laptop specifications for some users, usually gamers and people who like to watch movies on their laptops. Nobody likes a screen that is too small, but if the laptop is not used for movies or games, then one might consider buying a smaller screen to use the price increase on other features. Sometimes the main selling point of a laptop model is the screen, and upon closer inspection it becomes apparent that the screen has absorbed most of the cost of sale.
Hard drive space can be an important laptop specification.
After considering the main specifications of the laptop, the peripherals will come into play. These are the other features that can be added to the computer to enhance the functionality. This includes things like CD/DVD drives, floppy drives, hard drives, sound cards, network cards, USB drives, and many other devices. While the quality of peripherals that come with a computer is important, they can usually be added in the future. Most of them are “plug & play”, which means you can plug them into your computer and use them. Chances are, any store-bought laptop has the latest key peripherals.
A peripheral that could play a more important role from a functional point of view is the hard drive. This is the space where the laptop will store all of its files. The amount of space offered on hard drives is always increasing. Potential buyers should estimate what they will need in terms of hard drive space and shop accordingly. If a hard drive becomes too small, an external hard drive can be purchased to supplement the laptop’s existing one.
Although having a basic understanding of which laptop specifications are usually the most important is helpful to the potential laptop buyer, it may not be enough. Knowing how the laptop will be used will also be key in determining what specifications are required. If in doubt, online review sites or computer store vendors should be used to gather more information.
Most laptops come with a built-in CD/DVD player.
