In recent times, many laptops targeted at gamers have become popular, with ASUS being one of the leading companies offering powerful specifications to attract users and enable them to run the most demanding games. Founder Mahmoud Menir had previously revealed several demo breakdowns of ASUS’s top devices. However, back in 2016, an article was published discussing why you should not buy a gaming laptop, indicating some changes in the industry. Today, let’s discuss other reasons not mentioned in that article.
1. Preference for PC Devices 🖥
Initially, gamers prefer desktop computers over laptops for their ease of customization and upgradeability. Desktops offer more flexibility in customization compared to laptops. If you are considering switching from a desktop computer to a laptop, you should think carefully as the convenience of portability may come at the cost of limited capabilities.
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2. Very Expensive Prices
The exorbitant prices of gaming laptops, amounting to thousands of dollars, cannot be denied. You can purchase a gaming console like PlayStation or Xbox at half the price of a gaming laptop or even build a powerful desktop computer from scratch instead of relying on an expensive and limited laptop. Considering the cost, it is essential to think carefully before making a decision, especially given the weak purchasing power in Arab countries.
3. Noise and Heat
Despite the powerful specifications of such devices, they provide a somewhat unpleasant user experience, especially when subjected to high pressure during long gaming sessions. Issues include loud fan noise and excessive heat due to the proximity and pressure of the device components without adequate ventilation and cooling system. Some users resort to using a cooler to reduce heat, a problem not encountered with a desktop computer with better ventilation and cooling systems, such as liquid cooling.
4. Limited Upgradeability
Many brands offer gaming laptops with varying specifications, but a common drawback is the limited upgrade options compared to desktop computers. With a gaming console, you can hardly modify anything, and with a gaming laptop, upgrade options are restricted to the hard drive and RAM to some extent. In contrast, a regular desktop computer offers greater freedom for upgrades.
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5. Limited Lifespan
The lifespan of the laptop components, especially the battery, varies from model to model and brand to brand based on usage and device pressure. However, in general, it is limited. Running a game requires a significant amount of power, which can strain the battery and other components, necessitating replacements after a period of time. Dealing with a desktop computer, this issue is less common due to its dependence on a different power source.
In conclusion, with advancements in the laptop industry, you may not encounter all these issues, but you may face others. What do you think, dear reader, do you agree with us on all these reasons or some of them? Or do you have a different opinion and experiences based on your personal experience? We would love to hear them in the comments below or on social media platforms.
