The summer holidays are already halfway over, and that means the new school year is gradually approaching. For many parents and students, August is the time to stock up on the right school supplies, including a reliable laptop. The large selection can be quite overwhelming. How can you distinguish all the devices from each other? And which laptop suits you best?
RAM: 8GB, 16GB or 32GB?
The RAM (Random Access Memory) or working memory is crucial for the speed and performance of your laptop. For daily work, this memory varies between 8GB to 32GB.
8GB RAM
For most high school students, a laptop with 8GB of RAM is sufficient. This amount of memory is ideal for everyday use, such as writing assignments, presentations, and surfing the Internet. Light multitasking, such as listening to music while writing a paper, also runs smoothly.
16GB RAM
A laptop with 16GB RAM is perfect for students who use more demanding software, such as photo or video editing, or who regularly multitask with multiple demanding applications. 16GB RAM ensures faster processing and prevents delays.
32GB RAM
32GB of RAM is already a very generous amount of RAM for most high school students, but if you also use the laptop for gaming or programming, 32GB of RAM is ideal. These complex tasks require a lot of memory to work smoothly.
Bulletin
In addition to the working memory, you also have the internal storage space on your PC. This space is located on an SSD (Solid State Disk) drive. Choosing the right SSD is important to have enough space to store your documents, but it also determines the speed at which your laptop can boot.
256GB SSD
For most students, a laptop with a 256GB SSD is more than sufficient. This provides enough storage space for school documents, presentations, and a wide range of multimedia files.
512GB SSD
Are you someone who stores a lot of files locally, such as large video files, extensive software packages or many photos? Then a 512GB SSD may be a better choice. This prevents the storage space from filling up quickly. In addition, a laptop with a 512GB hard drive also boots faster.
Display size: 13.3", 14" and 15.6"
Do you take your laptop to school every day? Or do you only use it to work on assignments and study at home? Be sure to consider the size of the laptop and the space it takes up.
13.3 inch
A 13.3 inch laptop is compact and light, ideal for students who often take their laptop to school. It fits easily in a backpack and is handy for travelling. The smaller size also means longer battery life. 13.3 inch laptops are often found with a touchscreen.
14 inch
The 14-inch laptop offers a balance between portability and ease of use. It is still relatively light and easy to carry, but offers a slightly larger screen, which is nice to be able to display everything well both in class and at home.
15.6 inch
A 15.6-inch laptop offers a larger screen size, which is ideal for students who spend a lot of time with their laptop at home. You are also better off with a laptop of at least 15.6 inches for editing photos and videos. This format is less portable, but offers better visual comfort.
Why choose refurbished?
Budget-friendly
Refurbished laptops offer the same performance as new laptops, but at a fraction of the price. At Back in Use you can save up to 75% on the new price, leaving your budget for other things, such as a nice holiday or extra snacks!
Durable
Choosing a refurbished laptop is an environmentally conscious choice. It helps reduce CO₂ emissions, water consumption and e-waste. In this way you contribute to a more sustainable world.
Reliability
Our refurbished laptops are thoroughly tested, cleaned and, if necessary, repaired by experts. We also offer up to a 2-year warranty, so you can make a purchase with peace of mind.
With the right refurbished laptop, the new school year will be a lot cheaper and more fun. View our Back to School collection and choose the perfect match for your school needs.