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0871 244 0934Unsure which laptop is right for you? Our comprehensive buying guide makes it easy to navigate the specs and find a machine that fits your needs.
Whether you are looking for a high-performance gaming rig, a reliable business workstation, or a budget-friendly student laptop, we break down everything you need to know.
Whether you're buying a laptop for home, business or gaming, it’s important to find a laptop that suits your needs. You’ll want to find a great deal with the right specifications. Things like the operating system, processor, memory, storage, screen size, graphics and battery life are all worth considering but all the different options can sometimes seem a bit overwhelming. Don’t panic though! We've put together this handy buying guide to help you understand exactly what each is, so you can choose a laptop you'll love.
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For Everyday
If you just want to browse the web, watch a few films or perform general word processing tasks, you’ll need a laptop you can depend on. The main things to consider will be screen size, resolution and battery life.
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For Business
If you’re a business professional in need of a high-performance laptop, our wide range incorporates excellent memory, security, speed and portability, from renowned brands like Lenovo, HP, Dell and Toshiba.
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For Gaming
If you’re a gaming enthusiast in pursuit of an immersive experience and smooth frame rates, you’ll need a powerful gaming laptop to keep up with the action. Our devices come with superior features like GTX and RTX graphics cards.
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For Students
If you’re at university, college or school, you need a laptop ready for any challenge. For standard coursework, a low priced Chrome-book might do the trick; however, if you’re a Graphic Design student, you might need something more powerful.
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Windows is the most commonly used operating system in the world. The latest release, Windows 11, has simplified gaming and locating documents while protecting your device from viruses and malware attacks. It is straightforward and simple to use and has the widest compatibility.
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Being primarily web-driven, Chrome is a very simple, straight-forward operating system. It’s designed for speed and ideal for people wanting to browse the web, online shopping, send emails and watch videos. It automatically uploads your files to the cloud.
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Exclusive to Apple devices, the Mac OS interface is very user-friendly. It is highly intuitive and works seamlessly with other Apple devices to deliver exceptional performance. Apple devices are incredibly popular for manipulating graphics and publishing.
Shop now »If your laptop is for normal home use, choosing from AMD Ryzen 3, Intel Pentium, or Core i3 would be ideal for watching videos, surfing the web and basic word processing tasks.
If you need a laptop with more power, we recommend a Ryzen 5 or Intel Core i5 processor. These fantastic processors can streamline day-to-day tasks, and support some basic graphic design work and gaming.
For unparalleled performance, Ryzen 7, Intel Core i7, and Intel Core i9 processors are what you need. These allow you to unleash your creativity and are perfect for photo/video editing, CAD/CAM, and high-end gaming.
Integrated: Built into the processor. Ideal for everyday use but will struggle with gaming.
Dedicated: A separate chip (GPU) with its own memory. Essential for gaming, video editing, and rendering. Look for NVIDIA GeForce RTX or AMD Radeon cards.
SSD (Solid State Drive): Much faster than old hard drives. Makes your laptop boot in seconds and apps load instantly. Highly recommended.
HDD (Hard Disk Drive): Older technology. Provides lots of space for cheap, but is much slower.
Screen Size: Measured diagonally. 13” is great for travel, while 15.6” is the most popular balance of size and portability. 17” is best for gaming replacements.
Screen Resolution: The number of pixels. Full HD (1080p) is the standard today. Higher resolutions like 4K use more battery power but look incredible.
USB
For memory sticks, mice, etc.
HDMI
Connects to TVs and Monitors.
USB-C
Fast data & modern charging.
Thunderbolt
Ultra-fast data and video.
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These are personal computers that incorporate the features of a laptop and a tablet, with either a detachable screen or the ability to fold the screen back 360 degrees.
Use an HDMI cable to connect the ports on both devices. For wireless, use 'Project' or 'Cast' settings in Windows.
If you buy a 2-in-1, yes. For standard laptops, a touchscreen adds weight and uses more battery, so only get one if you really prefer touch navigation.
