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Do you prefer a desktop or laptop for intensive tasks?
I've read a lot of questions where people are asking about gaming laptops etc I was wondering what everyone's opinions on this was.
If you want a gaming system, would you prefer a laptop or desktop?
I'd prefer desktop all the way lol laptops are portable and as such I only use mine for less intensive tasks. But when it comes to serious stuff (work or play) I always prefer a desktop. Not only that but laptops aren't really portable enough for me :P Netbooks are just about ok but as you know, they're not serious computing devices.
So whats your take on this whole desktop/laptop business? Which would you prefer for intensive computer use??
9 Answers
- ArLv 61 decade agoFavorite Answer
I would say that desktops are more durable and long lasting. I have a Compaq windows 1998 which is still working in good condition. I had to change my windows xp hard drive once and i had to get a new charger.
Source(s): my dell laptop - Jim MarylandLv 71 decade ago
Personal preference is a desktop over a laptop for any serious work/gaming. That said, you can get really nice laptops but you pay a higher price for them. Desktops have the advantage of size and more customization options that you can't get in a laptop.
Source(s): Home: 3 desktops, 1 laptop, all capable of gaming. Desktops cost about $700, laptop around $1200. - 1 decade ago
Laptops have been getting pretty impressive lately, but you will never match the power of a good desktop computer with a laptop. Go for the desktop.
- Anonymous1 decade ago
I agree with you. I have a powerful gaming desktop and then I have a netbook for portable computing. I also have a laptop from my work, but I don't really count that as much :p
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- ?Lv 51 decade ago
Desktop all the components are faster.
I can use remote desktop (terminal server client) to access the desktop machine allowing
me to use a laptop but have the power of the desktop server and still sit in my comfy chair.
- mmarreroLv 61 decade ago
Desktop... Not only everything is faster, there are options unavailable on laptops like 3+ disk RAID, 3+ monitors, surround sound, expansion cards, and can be easily repaired and upgraded.
Besides, laptop keyboards aren't good, and the display height can't be adjusted.
- 1 decade ago
i would personally go for a desktop because even though you can get some good gaming laptops upgrading is more of a tricky proccess because technology is constantly upgraded and updated
- Anonymous5 years ago
i like the two, I even have used a and had a computer longer than a working laptop or computing gadget, and computing gadget are good, yet could be subject each and every so often, yet they're greater transportable and much less heavy and could be good.... additionally computing gadget you may lay down with them on your lap and be delicate..
