How to Choose Your Desktop, Laptop or Tablet PC

You’re in the market for a new computer, but how do you know whether to choose a desktop, laptop, or tablet? It boils down to asking yourself one simple question:

How am I going to use this new computer?

With a desktop, you get more power and features that just can’t fit into a laptop-sized package. You also tend get more for your money with a desktop. If space is not an issue and you don't need to lug your PC around with you, then a desktop is your best choice.

If you want the freedom to sit outside, go down to the local coffee shop, or use it for a business trip, you need a laptop. Newer models are equally as good as most desktop PCs with many featuring widescreen LED panels for High Definition DVD viewing. However, all this comes with a price. Laptops will always carry a heftier price tag, with the higher spec models being significantly more expensive than their desktop counterparts.   

In the last couple of years a new category of devices have entered the market. Tablet PCs (iPad, anyone?). These new devices are becoming increasingly more powerful and sophisticated and share some of the “portable” benefits of a laptop. 

Still not sure what to get? Click on the links below for an in-depth breakdown of what to look for when choosing a desktop, laptop or tablet PC. Also, ComputerGeeks2Go has selected 3 systems perfect for you and you'll find them located in the boxes on this page. One is a six-core desktop, another is a quad core laptop, and the last is one of the latest tablets.

5 Steps to Buying a New Desktop

7 Steps to Buying a New Laptop

3 Key Features of Tablet PCs

You can also call us at (850) 212-8047 or via Skype, or email us at sales@computergeeks2go.com. We’ll be happy to help you choose the right computer for you.