Choosing a laptop is not an easy task: the range is large, and there are many characteristics. Together with the MSI brand , we figure out what you should pay attention to.
The power of a laptop depends on the processor…
When choosing a processor, you should look at the number of cores and frequency. If there are many of them, the computer will be able to handle more tasks at the same time. This means that you can edit videos without freezing and keep a bunch of tabs open in the browser. Processors with 1-2 cores are considered weak, average – with 4-6, the coolest – with 8 and more. Frequency affects the number of calculations per second of the device. Of two identical processors, the one with the higher frequency will execute commands faster.
…and the speed of work depends on the RAM
RAM stores information about the current operation of programs and applications. Without good RAM, it will be more difficult for a computer to perform several tasks simultaneously. The minimum amount of memory for a modern laptop is 4 GB. This is enough to easily work in a text editor, surf the Internet, run simpler games or watch movies in up to FullHD quality. It’s great if the laptop has free slots for cartridges with RAM – then, if necessary, you can buy more and increase the volume.
SSD drives are better than HDD
The drive stores all the information: movies, games, programs, and system data needed for the laptop to work. Previously, HDDs were the most common, they are cheaper and more capacious. SSD is a new format. Such drives are more durable, and the laptop works faster and quieter with them.
There may be several storage devices: it depends on how many slots there are for them in the laptop. It is more profitable to buy a device with a free slot – this way you can increase the memory capacity by purchasing a storage device of the appropriate size. For office work and web surfing, a 256 GB hard drive may be enough. If you want to install several modern games and store high-quality movies, you should pay attention to storage devices with a capacity of a terabyte and above.
The picture is better with a discrete video card
The image processing speed depends on it. This is an important parameter if you plan to run modern games with detailed graphics or edit videos. Video cards can be built into the processor and discrete, that is, external. There are laptops with both types. In this case, the device will switch between them depending on the tasks: if you are chatting in a messenger, it will use the built-in one, if you launch a game, it will switch to the discrete one.
The more productive, the heavier
If you plan to use your laptop not only at home, pay attention to its size and battery life. Usually, the more powerful the laptop, the larger and heavier it is, and the faster it discharges. It affects the dimensions and screen size. The average weight of a laptop is from 1.8 to 2.7 kilograms. Productive models can weigh more than 3 kilograms. If you need something light and mobile, take a closer look at ultrabooks – these are mid-performance models, tailored for an active style of use.
The MSI Prestige 14 Al Evo C1MG laptop combines high performance and compact dimensions . A 16-core Intel® Core™ Ultra 7 processor with a frequency of 185H, a 512 GB SSD drive and 8 GB of RAM fit in a case less than two centimeters thick. The ideal model for mobile work is equipped with a 14-inch display and weighs only 1.7 kilograms. You can start working on the laptop immediately after purchase – the device comes with a built-in Windows 11 OS. And thanks to the high-capacity battery and the MSI Al Engine AI module, you can remain productive for up to 12 hours without charging with the Prestige 14 Al Evo C1MG . Finally, the laptop is covered by the official manufacturer’s warranty, service support and maintenance.