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Laptops Reviews
Laptop battery life claims from manufacturers are measured under unrealistic conditions — typically screen brightness at 20–30% with minimal background activity. Our reviews measure battery life at 150 nits screen brightness running a standardised web browsing loop, which is a closer approximation to everyday use.
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Battery life is measured at 150 nits with Wi-Fi active, running a timed web browsing loop with video playback at 25% of runtime. Display is assessed with a colorimeter for sRGB coverage, peak brightness, and colour accuracy. Build quality is assessed by flex testing the chassis and lid.
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How much RAM do I need in a laptop?
For general use (web browsing, email, documents), 8GB is functional. For comfortable multitasking and longevity, 16GB is preferable. Video editing and development work typically benefit from 32GB.
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