Quote from: Alexander_ on Today at 10:42:36Why do you need a laptop if you always have power from the mains? Buy the PC then.
This is complete nonsense. The laptop can be used not only as a PC by connecting it to a monitor and keyboard, but independently from its power supply, I don't think about charging the battery at all. Moreover, you can put the laptop next to the bed in the morning or use it while reclining on the bed or sofa from the power supply.
That is why it is so important that the power plug is durable and does not stick idiotically to the side, as in the case of unreliable USB-C sticking out most often on the left (which is most inconvenient for right-handed people, who are the majority on the planet). Power should be at the back or an angled round plug or 2 balanced usb-c inputs on the left and right. But stupid and greedy manufacturers only output on one side, thereby deliberately increasing the risk of breaking the USB-C power socket. All angled USB-C adapters are crap.
A 17-18" laptop for home is much more convenient and flexible than a desktop PC, because it can be used and quickly moved to any room and anywhere.
A PC is only good if you sit at your desk all the time, which is not convenient for everyone.
In addition, a PC, even at rest, consumes many times more than laptops.
In this regard, Apple technology with idiotic USB-C power plugs sticking out perpendicular to the body is no better.
And it's rightly noted that under normal workload, even MacBooks won't be able to work for 4-6 hours, but at least 12 are needed. And even with 12 hours, the battery charge every day is at best 2 years and the battery will have to be changed. Why is this necessary when you can use the power supply 100% of the time at home in different places? As I have been doing for many years with all my laptops. Batteries for me are just a UPS so that I can finish my work calmly.