How to choose a notebook computer

"There have been a lot of people who have been planning to buy notebooks for a long time, and now I can say: The chaotic era of the notebook industry is over and steadily rising, and if you're going to buy a laptop, it's a pretty good time."

Both Microsoft and Apple have recently released their newest desktop operating systems, but the new operating system does not add much to the learning costs for users. The newly introduced Intel's newest processor also makes the standby time on Windows and Macs significantly increased.

Currently, the price of a touchscreen-enabled Windows 8 notebook is still more than $1,000 (about 6080 yuan), while the price for those particularly slim models is higher. It is clear that users are more interested in laptops from $600 to $900. Some retail stores are no longer as hard-working as the original tablets and notebooks mixed with the geek product.

The first thing you need to explain is that if you're feeling confused by the two system interfaces of Windows 8, this feeling will continue to accompany you in the new Windows 8.1 system. Although named 8.1, it is actually a set of systems using exactly the same logic. Microsoft is doing its best to promote a tablet-like start screen, but to be honest, the interface works much better on a tablet than a laptop.

But there is also a need to say to some stubborn elements that Microsoft has made the most of the start-up interface and the style of Desktop mode snap.

So here are some of the things you might need to know when buying a notebook. These messages are intended for the average user, not the IT staff who are demanding computers, or the media people who have a high demand for video editing capabilities.

Processor

If you care about the battery life of your laptop, you should put your target on Intel's fourth generation processor. In June of this year, I tested the first notebook to use the chip-Apple's MacBook Air, with the help of this chip, the battery life increased by 65%, can be used for more than 10 hours in a row, only one charge to pass my rigorous battery testing. Similarly, with the help of this chip, a ultra-thin paper-like Sony Notebook, running Windows 8 for almost 6 hours.

While this generation of processors is no longer as easy to identify as those previously named I3, i5, i7, it should be the chip you use if you find a label that says "Intel Inside".

The icon on the notebook with the fourth generation Intel processing chip, the golden part is usually at the top of the icon, rather than a gold line in the middle as in the old version.

Windows vs. Mac

Unlike Windows's policy, Apple has been insisting on a standard non-touch screen, while adding many gestures to a smooth, flat, large-touch trackpad.

Apple's notebooks are notoriously inexpensive, with a minimum price of $999 (about 6,074 yuan), and the MacBook has never had only two product lines, a sleek MacBook Air, and a MacBook Pro with a robust route.

If you prefer the Windows 8 operating system, like diversity, or are more sensitive to purchasing budgets, Windows notebooks are a good choice.

But Mac's excellence, stability, versatility, and even the natural protection of computer viruses make it more than a Windows computer. Apple uses the latest fourth generation Intel processors in its notebooks.

In addition, Apple has just launched its latest operating system: Mavericks, the system is said to be faster processing speed, the first-party software more advanced, but also added to the Mac version of ibooks and the map application.

Touch screen

You don't have to buy a laptop with a touch screen to get the most out of Windows 8. Windows 8.1 allows you to start as fast as your previous desktop operating system, which is a good news for users who are accustomed to the mouse and keyboard. And even in the interface designed for touch, the mouse and keyboard still have their corresponding functions.

If you think you're going to spend a lot of time on the start screen and are passionate about using Windows 8-style apps, then I suggest you choose a notebook with touch-screen functionality.

Flat vs. Notebook

Tablets have risen rapidly in recent years and have replaced many tasks that were previously only available in notebooks, such as text entry and so on. If your current notebook is still in service and you want to buy a new device, consider a tablet device like an ipad or Android. Apple has just released a faster new ipad this week.

foldable notebooks

There are some foldable notebooks on the market that try to integrate the experience of a tablet with the experience of a notebook, and seem to be slowly exiting the field of vision. I'm not suggesting that you buy this type of notebook, as they undoubtedly make the thinner tablet device thicker.

Detachable fractional equipment

On the other hand, I like the detachable notebook device, because after the keyboard is removed, you can continue to use the top as a tablet. The latest price of such equipment is falling all the way.

Here I would like to mention the experience of a device of this type, asus Transformer book T100, which sells for $349 (about 2122 yuan), is a 10-inch tablet with a laptop keyboard, running Windows 8.1 system.

Price

Of course, you can still spend just $250 (about 1216 yuan) or $300 (about 1824 yuan) to buy a traditional Windows notebook, but I don't recommend it because most of them are using older or poorly performing components.

For a mid-range notebook, $500 (about 3040 yuan) to $700 (about 4256 yuan) is a pretty good price. You can choose from a touchscreen version with the latest processors, or a normal version with a thin, high-speed operation.

Summarize

If you want to buy a notebook without worrying about it, the only thing you need to focus on is the Intel tag affixed above. ”