Refurbished Desktop Computers
With all the rage over laptops today, one might think that a desktop computer is just so yesterday. However, there are things that laptops just are not capable of performing and for a serious computer enthusiast there is nothing better then a desktop computer in my opinion.
Here are some points to ponder before you decide, ultimately though it really comes down to more of a personal choice, along with what you use your computer to accomplish.
Cost
The cost for a laptop is going to be much higher than for a desktop with a comparable system configuration. You will be able to save even more if you consider purchasing a refurbished desktop computer. Although laptop prices are dropping, you will still pay hundreds of dollars more, as documented by Consumer Reports. (Read More)
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Price : US$ 367.99
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Price : US$ 689.99
This Sony Vaio desktop features a 20.1-inch WSXGA+ XBRITE-ECO (1680x1050) screen, Intel Pentium Dual-Core E5200 2.5GHz processor, and 4GB PC2-6400 memory.
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Price : US$ 369.49
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Price : US$ 309.49
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Price : US$ 149.99
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Cost
Service and repair costs are much higher for a laptop as compared to a desktop. To get at the parts, laptops pretty much have to be taken completely apart. You will find The parts themselves are more expensive, many times double the cost of desktop components. If you end up having to take your computer in for service or repair, you will find laptop labor costs more. With a desktop, you can just open the back or side panel and replace the parts, which plug in and out with ease.
Because desktop components can be added or removed separately, desktops can operate without some parts. The Laptops’ all-in-one design makes the possibility of you replacing parts nearly impossible. It was noted in Consumer Reports, that often, any failure puts a laptop totally out of commission.
A laptops’ size and design will also limit your upgrading options. This can become quite costly: because before long your laptop will become obsolete. The desktop, allows you to extend their life by adding new peripherals more easily.
Power
Speed and power may no longer be a major issue in the debate over laptop versus desktop. With the smallest laptops, battery life still can be less than with mid-range or the desktop replacements. However, the newest processors significantly extend laptops’ running speed and battery life. Heat build up remains an issue in many laptops when working with large sized files such as a media file, the newer processors have helped but further improvements are still needed.
After testing budget desktop and laptop models, Consumer Reports found the speed ranges to be equivalent. Many budget laptops have a battery life of at least four hours; this is typically long enough for an airline flight.
Durability
The Laptops’ biggest advantage is portability; however, this also makes them more vulnerable. They are more likely to be dropped, broken, lost, or stolen. You can probably store as much data on a laptop as on a desktop today, but you probably would not want to since you are at risk of losing it all.
Ergonomics
Early laptops and even today’s mini notebooks have small, cramped keyboards and small, hard-to-read screens. This issue has been resolved in all but the ultra-light laptop models. However, desktops still may be better equipped to prevent stress injuries. Because a desktop’s monitor and keyboard are separate, you can move and adjust them to provide comfort. The laptop’s attached screen and keyboard gives you less flexibility.
If you feel that, the desktop computer would be the right choice for you then consider saving even more by purchasing a refurbished desktop computer. Refurbished desktop computers are a great value and will save you hundreds over purchasing the same model new, Check out some great deals on Refurbished Desktop Computers Here.