What do you think guys which one is better for home between Computer or laptop?

The money spent on a high end laptop could get you a very nice desktop+cheap netbook combo. I'd go with the latter since it's easier to replace parts on a desktop and you get more from your monies

Would depend on personal preference really. For example, I like to do my work on my bed or on my couch, so I can't do this if I have a desktop. Thats why I prefer a Laptop.

You also have to see what your requirements from the computer are. If you want to game, then a desktop would be better any day, because of user replaceable parts and more powerful components for a lesser price. However, if you're not into gaming/professional photo/video editing, or are in to very casual gaming, then a mid range laptop should do the trick.

I would highly recommend both if you game or do video editing. Since I am a big gamer, having a desktop is much easier, cheaper and runs a lot better than a gaming laptop and then I have a cheap laptop for class and working on.

If you are just using it to do homework/watch movie, investing that bit more money into just a laptop is the way to go. I didn't have a laptop for the first couple months of first year since I had a desktop, and I eventually went to buy a laptop since when I studied with people, I had to borrow there's or print off tons of stuff each time I went

A laptop is obviously more portable. Yes you can get by with having a home PC but a laptop is really useful for when you have group projects or need access to a computer on campus.

A laptop for me because I don't game much if at all plus I'm typically on the move all the time, so I'd need something that is portable.

If you game, a desktop + cheap laptop is the best option. If you don't game or only play games that don't have particularly high requirements (League of Legends, World of Warcraft, Star Craft II, Diablo III, Team Fortress 2, etc) then you'd almost certainly be better off with a mid-high end laptop.

Laptop for mobility.

Originally Posted by Snowman

I would highly recommend both if you game or do video editing. Since I am a big gamer, having a desktop is much easier, cheaper and runs a lot better than a gaming laptop and then I have a cheap laptop for class and working on.

If you are just using it to do homework/watch movie, investing that bit more money into just a laptop is the way to go. I didn't have a laptop for the first couple months of first year since I had a desktop, and I eventually went to buy a laptop since when I studied with people, I had to borrow there's or print off tons of stuff each time I went

Originally Posted by Tailsnake

If you game, a desktop + cheap laptop is the best option. If you don't game or only play games that don't have particularly high requirements (League of Legends, World of Warcraft, Star Craft II, Diablo III, Team Fortress 2, etc) then you'd almost certainly be better off with a mid-high end laptop.

Question for gamers at Mac: how much free time is there for gaming, if one does not want to fubar their academics? I'm just trying to get an idea of whether or not it would be a good idea to bring my gaming rig, or sell it and get an ultrabook with a fileserver.

u can give me your gaming rig im poor. Just bring it. Gaming vs studying is completely different per person's study habits/abilities. If you're that paranoid then just dont bring it. I'd regret selling any gaming rig though unless it's for an upgrade

Originally Posted by vandidant

Question for gamers at Mac: how much free time is there for gaming, if one does not want to fubar their academics? I'm just trying to get an idea of whether or not it would be a good idea to bring my gaming rig, or sell it and get an ultrabook with a fileserver.

Assuming you don't do any extracurriculars or socialize, you'll have about as much free time to game as you had in Grade 12 and you'll still do fine academically.

Originally Posted by Tailsnake

Assuming you don't do any extracurriculars or socialize, you'll have about as much free time to game as you had in Grade 12 and you'll still do fine academically.

In that case, I think it would be wise of me to just get an Ultrabook and bring my 24" monitor with me. I'll still be able to bring movies and tv shows on external disks when visiting home, and perhaps play the occasional game on Haswell graphics.

aaand I just noticed there's a gaming forum here.

I don't know about you, but I wouldn't be comfortable leaving it a dorm room, or rent house. Who knows what kind of porn they are going to find on my computer. So yeah, Laptop is better, plus convenience.

Get yourself Lenovo y500, it's dirt cheap, fast as a MacBook pro, and super durable.

Whatever you do, don't get an Asus Zenbook. Nope. Never.

Source: personal experience, still suffering it.

Originally Posted by Tailsnake

Assuming you don't do any extracurriculars or socialize, you'll have about as much free time to game as you had in Grade 12 and you'll still do fine academically.

What you are insinuating is that the amount of time needed for homework and studying is the same for both university and highschool? ... I doubt a majority of the student body would agree with you on that. There is always going to be leisure time at university when either you dont have assignments, or you are taking a break from studying. I would bring it just to give you that option to relax and destress from studying for a brief period here and there. You just need to have a level of self control not to prioritize gaming over education