Laptop or computer for programming?

Question

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I plan to do programming in Python, JavaScript. what iron is better to take? Is it better to assemble a laptop or a computer? what should be the specifications?

Answer 1

When choosing between a laptop and a desktop computer, only one criterion should arise - mobility. If you need a mobile workstation that you can take to school, on the road, anywhere - then definitely a laptop is your choice. If not, then definitely a stationary computer, because. a stationary for the same cost will be many times more powerful, it can be easily upgraded, and it will live longer (if something breaks, it is easy to change).
This depends on the budget. At least 8 GB of RAM, a modern 4-core processor, and some kind of SSD.

Answer 2

I agree with Vladimir Proskurin in almost everything except SSD, well, I would start from i5, although i3 is probably suitable, at least 8 RAM, but you will eventually buy it when the laptop starts to bring money, well, you can buy an SSD later if take a laptop with a slot for a second SSD, or change it. I use a laptop with an SSD at work and with an HDD at home, I did not notice a fatal difference.
The main criterion is that it should not be a capricious, tenacious workhorse so that you can work and not repair it.

Answer 3

Take this https://www.ebay.com/itm/Lenovo-ThinkPad-T460s-Cor...

Answer 4

ssd, i5, 8 ram, ips screen (take care of your eyes)

Answer 5

It seems to me the most correct option is PC + laptop.
If the choice is between one thing, then the main criterion is mobility. Where will the work take place? At home or in the office? Wouldn't it be necessary to carry the computer with you? If the work will take place in one place, with rare moves, then a PC is better, due to the fact that it can be customized as you like for yourself in terms of hardware and peripherals.
Note 2 pluses: it is easy to carry with you and you can work with it in any position, in a chair, in bed, etc. For those who do not like to work at the table

Answer 6

The same question worries. In the yard of 2022
there is a PC with 2 monitors. He is already 10 years old. On i3 and 16G of RAM. Everything else - SSD, HDD, etc.
Changed the profile. From print design to programming. There was a lack of mobility.
What you need from a laptop:
For development in Python and Go, you need Docker. Under it decently RAM is allocated
Any IDE - eats decently RAM. If not enough, use notepad or vim/vsc editors.
Discrete graphics are basically not required.
A second monitor can be connected.
How convenient is it to code on a laptop with a 15.6-16` monitor?
Is 16G RAM Enough? Almost all interesting laptops have soldered RAM :(
Are there any problems with development on AMD?