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Laptop V Desktop....

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Which uses more power ?

I usually have my desktop on for around 10 hours a day.

With my new laptop will it use more or less power than a desktop ?

I'll try to cut down on the usage though.:o
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  • Raksha
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    Dunno, but my physiotherapist says laptops should not be used long term as they don't encourage your neck/back into the correct position - wish I'd known that before I bought my new laptop....... :(
    Please forgive me if my comments seem abrupt or my questions have obvious answers, I have a mental health condition which affects my ability to see things as others might.
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    I'd use it on the living room table anyway so thats not a problem.
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  • A laptop on mains power will use less power than a desktop pc.
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    A laptop on mains power will use less power than a desktop pc.


    Thanks, is this as standard or do faster laptops use more power ?.
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