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Originally Posted by jimhoward
A number of suggestions have been made on how to make an existing laptop last, or what might be the least expensive computer that could meet your need.
I look at it differently. Getting a new laptop is fun. Overkill never hurts and it’s not that expensive.
I think the fastest processor you can get and the most memory you can get (economically) is the way to go.
I would be going for:
I7 (or ryzen 7) processor or better (i9 is probably too pricey).
1Tb memory. Good laptops nowadays can have 1tb or even 2tb,
Full hD display (1920x1080).
The OPs weight requirement of 3lbs is mainly set by the screen size. you just pick a model that meets that weight,
If you type i7 or ryzen 7, 1 tb, FHD, 3lbs. Into Amazon several reasonably priced choices will come up which are all awesome computers. Overkill perhaps, but sweet. I personally like the ACER predator line. Those are gaming laptops but work well for general purpose as well. It just never hurts to have more speed, a good display and more memory.
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There are no laptops available with 1TB of memory (RAM). The max you'll find in a laptop is 32GB and those will be VERY expensive. I'm pretty sure you meant 1TB of storage (i.e. hard drive). Getting 250GB, 500GB, or 1TB of storage will not make the laptop any faster or slower, it just gives you more room to store files and install programs. 1TB is overkill for 99% of folks.