A 20-inch notebook is a laptop with a larger display than most, capable of holding many components and fitting a full-sized keyboard. It can rival desktop monitors and has powerful processors, large hard drives, and sharp monitors. However, it is difficult to carry around due to its size and weight, drains battery life quickly, and can overheat. It is ideal for those who need a replacement for their desktop system but not for those who need something portable.
A 20-inch notebook is simply a laptop with a 20-inch (50.8 cm) display, which is substantially larger than what most people associate with a large laptop, which usually has a 17-inch monitor (43.2). Because of its larger size, a 20-inch notebook is also capable of holding many more components than a full-sized laptop, and because its footprint is much larger it can fit a full-sized keyboard. For this reason, the 20″ notebook is often considered the ultimate desktop laptop replacement.
The laptop, or notebook, computer has its origins far back in the history of the personal computer. It wasn’t until the mid-1990s that laptops began to be seen widely in the hands of consumers, and it wasn’t until the turn of the millennium that they started to be the computers of choice for everyone from students to business people. Laptop technology has evolved substantially in recent years, with powerful processors, large hard drives, and sharp monitors turning laptops into ready competitors to desktop computers.
In an effort to differentiate themselves in a lucrative market, a number of manufacturers have started experimenting with new versions of the laptop to appeal to different consumer segments. One such strain led to the invention of the netbook, small monitored laptops under 12 inches meant for everyday tasks. The other direction has led to the creation of the gigantic 20-inch notebook, with its advantages and disadvantages.
To its advantage, the 20″ notebook really is a replacement for most desktop systems. The typical 20″ notebook is capable of delivering a native resolution of around 1680×1050 pixels, easily rivaling full-sized desktop monitors. The latest models are even capable of displaying high definition, keeping pace with technological developments in the desktop world. Because many people who use a 20-inch notebook do so for gaming or graphic design, they also tend to include the best video cards in any laptop, with many offering up to 2GB of dedicated video memory. With multiple bays, a 20-inch notebook can easily have over 400GB of storage, up to 1TB of storage with two large hard drives. Most 20-inch notebooks are also capable of requiring up to 8GB of RAM or more, allowing them to compete with all but the most rugged desktop systems.
Of course, there are also disadvantages to a 20-inch notebook. Its massive dimensions are most noticeable, with a 20-inch notebook measuring roughly 19 inches by 13.5 inches (48cm by 34cm) with a depth of about 2.5 inches (6.3cm). This can make a 20″ notebook very difficult to carry around, especially on long business trips or on a bike or backpack. A 20-inch notebook can also weigh between 15 and 20 pounds (6.8 to 9 kg), making it quite a burden to carry around for extended periods of time. The extra power also often means that these laptops drain battery life quickly, although this is sometimes compensated for by the ability to have two batteries at the same time. Heat can also be an issue, although due to the sheer weight and size, few people actually use these laptops on their lap.
Ultimately, the benefits of a 20-inch notebook are great for those who really need a replacement for their desktop system. For someone who wants a laptop that they can easily carry around and set up anywhere, this probably isn’t the right system. But for someone who just wants to hit the road for coffee, or just wants something to stay at home most of the time, with the option to occasionally move it to a hotel room, this can be a great way to get all the power needed in a relatively portable system.
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