Currently looking at a DIY AMD 7640U, 1x16GB RAM, 250GB storage, 1 USB-C, 2 USB-A, 1 HDMI.

My use case will mostly entail note taking in class. I’ve got a built PC at home.

But I’m not a hardware guy, would I be better served w/ different CPU or RAM set up in your opinions? I’ve mostly picked bottom tier specs but is there anything in your opinions that is worth splurging on, all things considered?

  • helenslunch
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    3 days ago

    A tablet is nothing more than a computer with a detachable keyboard… What does it not cover?

    • CCMan1701A@startrek.website
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      3 days ago

      A table is typically an ARM based platform, so using MS products like visual studio can be a challenge, but there are web versions that help.

      I think video encoding isn’t too polished on tablets as it is on a Linux/Windows PC .

      I don’t know all the use cases where a table doesn’t work, but they do exist.

      • helenslunch
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        3 days ago

        A table is typically an ARM based platform

        No, it is absolutely not…

          • helenslunch
            1·
            2 days ago

            Most of them? Ever heard of a Surface Pro? The new Minisforum V3? Lenovo makes them. Dell makes them. etc. etc.

            • CCMan1701A@startrek.website
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              2 days ago

              Yep, I’m familiar with the surface, but not other options. I need to check these out as I’ve been looking for a replacement for my laptop that isn’t really suited for the video encoding I’m doing.

              Thanks.

              • helenslunch
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                2 days ago

                The Minisforum has had some solid reviews and also has good Linux compatibility, if that interests you at all.