Miscellaneous

Is Dell or HP better?

Is Dell or HP better?

HP hands down has a greater number of features and is known to perform better than Dell. HP laptops have a higher battery life than Dell laptops and if used well the battery life of a HP laptop does not reduce significantly over the years with use. HP generally produces entertainment-centric laptops.

What is the best month to buy a computer?

Besides September, April and May are some of the best times to buy a laptop, Consumer Reports says. Some experts agree that the spring is a good time to start shopping if you're looking for a discount on an older model.

Does anyone still use desktop computers?

The people who never needed a PC for anything but internet access, now they don't need desktop PCs anymore. There are, however, a host of tasks that desktop PCs have always been good at and are still very good at. 3D modeling and large amounts of VFX work are done on desktop PCs (and laptops more recently).

What is best computer for home office?

In general, we recommend at least 4GB of RAM and think that most users will do well with 8GB. Choose 16GB or more if you're a power user, if you run today's most demanding games and applications, or if you simply want to make sure you're covered for any future needs.

What is a good processor speed?

A clock speed of 3.5 GHz to 4.0 GHz is generally considered a good clock speed for gaming but it's more important to have good single-thread performance. This means that your CPU does a good job of understanding and completing single tasks. This is not to be confused with having a single-core processor.

How long should a desktop computer last?

For most desktop PCs, a minimum three-year lifespan should be expected. However, most computers survive anywhere from five to eight years, depending on the upgrading components. Maintenance is also critical, as dust is very problematic for PC components.