If you are in the market for a new laptop, you can often be overwhelmed by the selection available. Fortunately, there are a number of points that you should consider when it comes to buying a new laptop. These points will ensure that you are getting the right laptop for your needs.

The Size

The first point to consider is the size that you want to get. It is important to note that there is no right or wrong answer with this and the size will depend on how you are going to be using the laptop. The smallest laptops have a 13-inch screen while the largest has a 17-inch screen.

The 17-inch screen laptops will be ideal for people who are not going to be moving around a lot with the device. It is also ideal for gaming and works as you have a larger screen. The 13-inch screen laptops will be best for people who need to travel with their computers. The 15-inch screen laptops are a middle ground and are portable while still providing a decent screen size.

The Keyboard

Due to the size of the laptop, the keyboard will generally be smaller than a desktop model. The limited space also means that numeric keypads are not always available. If you need to have a numeric keypad on your computer, you will need to look at getting a larger laptop. 13-inch screen laptops will not have these keypads and some 15-inch computers will also be missing them. 17-inch laptops will generally have these keypads, but you may need to double check this.

The quality and overall layout of the keyboard will vary depending on the laptop you look at. Some laptops have keys that are directly next to each other while other laptops have a small space between the keys. Some keyboards will also have backlights which can be helpful at times.

Connectivity

The base of your laptop will have limited space which means that manufacturers cannot provide many connection ports. Laptops will have fewer ports than desktops and you need to consider this. Some laptops will only have 2 USB ports while others might have up to 4. This could cause problems if you often have a number of devices attached to your computer while you use it.

A lot of modern laptops will not have a DVD drive which can be a problem for some people. In these cases, you will need to get a separate DVD drive which attaches to your laptop via a USB connection. Fortunately, these devices are not expensive and you will not have to worry too much about a lack of DVD drive.

All laptops will have a built-in wireless networking function, but they will not all have an Ethernet port. This can be an issue if you travel a lot and would rather connect to the Ethernet network in a hotel instead of the wireless connection. Some laptops will also have a connection port for a sim card which enables you to access the internet via a mobile broadband connection.