Tips On How To Choose A Laptop For Students

Adjust laptop CPU specifications to your needs

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    The central processing unit (CPU) of laptops and computers is used as a processor or hardware device that processes the main data. The more modern the series, the more solid the laptop's performance will be. Laptop processors that are often found include Intel Core, Intel Celeron, and AMD Ryzen. You can tailor it to the needs of students at each level.

• Intel Celeron and Intel Core i3 for elementary, middle, and high school students 

    This processor is enough to do simple daily tasks from school. These simple tasks are tasks that require office software,  such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other lightweight software. Looking at the curriculum that is currently being used, this processor is most suitable for elementary to high school students.

• Intel Core i5 for students majoring in IT 

    Suitable for programming software, this processor is considered the most suitable for vocational students majoring in IT. With this processor, your laptop's performance will be much more solid and steady.

• Intel Core i7 and AMD Ryzen for multimedia vocational students 

    This one processor can accommodate heavy software commonly used by vocational students majoring in multimedia. By choosing a laptop with this specification, your child's tasks will not be hampered.

Check other main specifications

    Apart from the processor, there are three other main specifications that you should really consider before you buy a laptop for students. The three specifications are random access memory (RAM), internal storage system, and screen.

Choice of 4 GB to 8 GB RAM to support productivity

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    RAM is a piece of hardware on a laptop that serves as temporary data storage. That is, RAM only works when the laptop is on. Then, what is the relationship between the amount of RAM and the productivity of the laptop?

    The average RAM of today's laptops ranges from 4 GB to 8 GB. The bigger the RAM, the more flexible the laptop will be for multitasking. However, there is no need to worry if you choose a laptop with 4 GB of RAM. That's because 4 GB of RAM is enough to support basic work so it is very suitable for students.

Internal storage system: SSD or HDD?

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    A hard disk drive  (HDD) is an internal storage system that works mechanically. On the other hand, solid-state drives  (SSDs) operate electrically.

    In terms of speed, of course, SSD is far superior. It also causes laptops with SSDs to be sold at higher prices. As a guide, choose SSD as a laptop for high school / vocational students and HDD for students from elementary to junior high school.

Choose a laptop with a full HD screen

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    Screen specifications relate to eye comfort when using it. We recommend a laptop with a full HD screen so that your eyes don't get tired when you have to do many tasks. In addition, laptops with larger screen sizes also tend to be more comfortable, although, of course, they will also be heavier. 

Is Graphic Card important?

    Laptops are always equipped with an integrated GPU (default) such as Intel or AMD. For the purposes of doing tasks and entertainment, this is more than enough.

    But maybe you also need a laptop with a more capable GPU. For example, students majoring in design or architects who have to edit videos and 3D graphics.

    For that, you need to prepare a bigger budget in order to get a laptop with a pretty good GPU. The most standard options include GeForce 940M, GTX 950M, or AMD Radeon R5-R9.

    The GPU on a learning laptop is optional. If it's not too important, you should just choose a standard laptop so you can cut your budget.

Consider the battery life

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    Battery life should be considered in choosing a laptop for students so that learning activities are not disrupted. Tips for choosing it is to first know your child's daily study hours. If your child spends six hours studying, choose a laptop with a battery life of six hours or more.

Make sure the size is enough to fit in the bag

    A student is certainly synonymous with a bag carried to go to school or group work. Do not forget, that laptops are items that are often brought along. You can choose a laptop that is enough to fit in a bag, for example, a size of 12 to 15 inches. This point is important to note, especially if your child is still in elementary school.