Comparing laptops with desktops sure can be difficult. While both have their advantages, they are pretty different, and it’s not hard to see in what ways. Laptop compare can be an art form, really. Sure, one could simply point at the two and say ‘well, the laptop is smaller, takes up less space, and certainly is portable, whereas the desktop computer is not’ and they would be true. But looks are most certainly not the only difference between personal laptops and personal computers. Prices are another big difference between the two types of computing machines. For example, laptops tend to be much more expensive than desktops.

This is not exactly because the laptop can do more than a desktop. In fact, most desktops perform much better than a laptop, to the point that making a laptop compare could be a little embarrassing. Most of the things that make the laptop appealing – things like extra space, cooling, mini USB fridges, external HDD – can all also be added to a desktop computer.

Really the biggest advantage a laptop has is that it’s small, lightweight, and portable. While they are more expensive, both upfront and in the long run, you pay for the convenience. If your computer breaks, you have to make a special trip to get it fixed, which usually involves a lot of work just getting it unplugged from everything and loaded into your car.

With a laptop, however, if it breaks or acts up, you simply take it with you as you always would, and make a special stop next time you’re in town. No fiddling around a prep time. (At least not on average). While for most the laptop may seem a little pricey, it’s the price of a less stressful computer.

Personally, I love my laptop. I was disappointed when I had to replace my desktop, but I’ve never been disappointed with my decision to go mobile. Even if it does sometimes seem like I’m paying an arm and a leg for the latest add-on, upgrade, or doo-dad, in the end, I’d rather have this than a bulky computer like my old one!