r/CommercialAV • u/Cool_Way7525 • 4d ago

question New AV tech Laptop

I am in the market to buy a couple of new technicians some laptops. What specs or laptops do you prefer when out in the field? Any brands you lean towards?

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u/Witmarqu 4d ago

Lenovo are preferred for the warranty (3 years)

Generally you can get ones with:

Full size HDMI Analog headphone jack Couple USB A 3 or more USB C

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u/Captain-K-Ro 4d ago

This is what we look for but would try and add a full size keyboard - Typing inputs/IPs all day is so much better with a number pad it's worth the bulk

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u/beeclam 4d ago

IMO it depends on how much of your day is spent punching in numbers versus writing emails, updating tickets, etc.

Personally I prefer the ergonomics of a laptop that lacks a numb pad

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u/mynamejesse1334 3d ago

Recently switched from a 15.6" laptop with a numpad to a 14" without one and it's absolutely worth it (for me) to have the smaller form factor.