Working using the internet has become the most normal thing in the world for many people who work with a computer as freelancers or, due to the pandemic, have been doing the remote work.
That is why in this note we will show you what are the most important features that you should consider when purchasing a new laptop or laptop, how to have the best performance with the equipment and which models are best suited to your routine.
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What should you take into account in a laptop for remote work? Photo: elnacional
What should you take into account when buying a laptop for remote work?
It should be noted that the model of the ideal laptop will always vary, since it depends on the use that the user will give it in their daily activities to develop. Once this has been identified, if the tasks involve the creation of multimedia content or the writing of articles, a machine that has more versatile characteristics is needed, apart from internal storage and other features, such as more RAM or a better processor.
The most important component when talking about performance in a computer, since it is literally the brain of the machine. It is also in charge of running the operating system and all the programs necessary for the user.
There are two brands that predominate in the market, Intel and AMD, which have the most famous models:
- Intel: Core i3, Core i5, Core i7 and Core i9.
- AMD: Ryzen 3, Ryzen 5, Ryzen 7 and Ryzen 9.
As you can guess, the ascending numbering is equivalent to the power, the models with the numbering 3 are more basic and those with the numbering 9 are the most powerful.
In the case of powerful jobs with advanced graphics, video editing, graphic design, video game design, Core i7, Core i9, Ryzen 7 and Ryzen 9 are always recommended. In the case of simple office jobs, Zoom video calls or just simple tasks, you can choose the Core i3 or Ryzen 3 models.
It should be clarified that, in the case of iMacs, the processor with which they have been working recently is the M1.
Ryzen and AMD processors. Photo: hardzone
Indicates the amount of memory that there is so that the applications can be opened since you turned on the device. Due to the increasing weight of software, the minimum necessary is 8 GB for simple tasks and 16 GB or 32 GB for advanced tasks.
RAM. Photo: MuyComputer
An important characteristic is the portability of the equipment, since it includes factors such as the battery of the machine, the weight and the size. The logic is simple: the smaller the machine, the less the weight; however, the material is also important, since some are lighter than others.
As for the battery, it is important to have one that lasts as long as possible without being plugged into the electrical current, since it can be important at a time when the power goes out. A portable battery with the input type is always an interesting additional option.
The size does depend on the comfort of the user, since some do need to have a large screen to work and others have no problem with it being small.
The most advisable thing here is to try the laptop in the same store and not only be guided by internet photographs.