Many customers ask:
“Should I buy a laptop or a desktop?”
Here is a simple Sri Lankan perspective.
Choose a Laptop If You Need:
✔ Portability
✔ Power cut situations
✔ University or office travel
✔ Small space rooms
✔ Work from anywhere
Laptops are perfect for:
- Students
- Teachers
- Field officers
- Business users
Choose a Desktop If You Need:
✔ More performance for price
✔ Easy upgrades
✔ Long lifetime
✔ Gaming & design
✔ Office staff use
Desktops are ideal for:
- Graphic designers
- Gaming
- CCTV systems
- Office counters
- Typing centers
Price Comparison in Sri Lanka
For the same performance:
- Desktop = cheaper
- Laptop = more expensive but portable
Example:
Core i5 desktop is often 30–40% cheaper than same level laptop.
Power Situation
With Sri Lanka power cuts:
- Laptop has built-in battery
- Desktop needs UPS
Consider this before buying.
Our Advice
- If you travel → Buy Laptop
- If you work from one place → Desktop
- For gaming → Desktop better
- For campus → Laptop best
OMAK.LK helps you decide honestly.
