Is Desktop Better Or Laptop?

When it comes to buying a computer, the question which troubles everyone during the modern times is: what is better a laptop or a desktop. A laptop is known for its shorter life yet compactness which gives you the power of a desktop right on your lap. A laptop can be used anywhere and can also be carried anywhere as per your wish. A desktop on the other hand has a better user interface and comes with accessories like keyboard and mouse and is definitely much cheaper than a laptop. Also there are a few very good laptop configurations in the market which have everything for everyone offered at a reasonable price.

The first thing which shall decide on the above question is: what do you need a computer for? If you are a student it is better to go for a desktop (once you join a company you will definitely get a laptop). The only advantage of a laptop over a desktop is the portability. So if portability is of much importance to you, better buy a laptop. But, in most of the cases it is better to buy a desktop. If there are very frequent power cuts in your area it is better to go for a laptop.

A laptop has a short life. If you do not buy the right one, you have over heating issues. A laptop is not meant for games. If you are a game enthusiast, I am sorry to say: a desktop is a much better option for playing games. Keyboard and mouse of desktop can be replaced, same is not the case with the laptops. Laptops are designed for people who need to carry reports and designs in their computer and alter them and attend meetings. People doing great company projects/ project managers also find a laptop very handy. A laptop does not have too man wires sticking around all the time and proving to be a nuisance as in the case of a desktop.

Desktop on the other hand cannot have overheating issues. But, a desktop needs maintenance which is not the case with the laptop hardware. Laptop need not be thrown once the overheating starts. It is much better to upgrade laptops and use the same if you love your laptop a lot. Laptop though portable does not allow you to keep it on your lap for a very long time. Taking all the issues into consideration the conclusion of the whole topic is: laptop is easier to use and carry around and is also much comfortable to use  but has overheating issues and shorter lives, whereas desktops look good like robust power houses and need a little care and maintenance and can live for a very long time without the overheating problems.