What To Look For When Buying A Computer In 2021

[@Militaryminiatureshq]

This DUDE knows his stuff, and made a lot concepts easily understood...Thanks Chard!!!

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

You're welcome and thank you very much

[@emefalove8462]

You will never know how much this helped me. I need to buy a laptop this week. I haven't had one in almost 10 years, so I was totally out of the loop with what I needed. Now, I know exactly what to look for and don't have to ask a salesperson 100 questions, depend on their knowledge, or lack thereof. You are my tech hero! THANK YOU SO MUCH!

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

Hello Emefa Love, thank you so very much, I'm glad to hear I'm your tech hero &I was able to help you. If you have any question don't hesitate to ask

[@ThatFellowOnline]

Thank you. i’ve not had to buy a computer for a long time so coming back into the market was just overwhelming. Your video has been massively helpful.

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

You are welcome, glad to help

[@MsBlue-dt6sh]

If you only knew how much this help me. I can shop with authority and not walk around looking like a deer in headlights!😊 Thank you so much!

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

You are so welcome! Glad to hear it was helpful

[@tjruffian]

Excellent presentation! You saved me a lot of time and money in my search for a new computer. Thanks so much!

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

Glad I could help! You're welcome & thank you very much

[@fuchsialady]

Wow, this was really helpful. You are so very clear that it was easy to understand and know what I need and want. I did not understand well what some of the specs meant, like “on board graphics” or ssd storage vs hard drive. Now I do. Thank you!!

[@Iharttheforest]

Thank you! i feel way more confidant about this process. much appreciated!

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

Glad it was helpful! Thank you

[@G.G.8GG]

The way you present this is so clear & straightforward. Thank you. Really helps.

[@williampetyko1087]

Best Video I have seen for help in buying a new lap top Chard You are Great Thank You

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

Well thank you very much, William and I’m glad to help

[@4qrhs]

Thank you sir. Yours was the most informative video I have watched on this subject!

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

Glad it was helpful! Thank you

[@maroonggirl]

Thanks so much. I'm trying to get a new computer and you made everything super easy to understand. When my husband or brother in law try explaining computer technical stuff, they may as well be speaking Russian. I still have to do some research on my own, but I've got an idea of what I need vs just buying whatever's cheapest.

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

You're very welcome! Glad to help

[@yatchoychu3146]

Excellent Explaination on What we need to know when buying a Computer be it a Laptop or a Desktop. In simple layman language you provided a concise detail explaination of what we need to know and consider when buying a Computer. Well presented and explained. 👍👍👍👍👍🇲🇾🇲🇾🇲🇾🇲🇾🇲🇾

[@danwatkins6303]

Clear, concise and all within 12 minutes - 5 Stars!! Thank you so much.

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

Glad it helped! You're welcome!

[@JD-hy2pg]

Excellent! Very Informative and to the point. Thank you

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

Thank you very much

[@clikuk3719]

The best explanation i have found on the web as to what you do with your computer to save you and me spending more than we need thank you 👍👍

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

You are welcome!

[@cookiesummers41]

Thank you so much. I am really a basic user and need a new computer. I decided to before buying this time I needed to refresh my memory on the important things about a computer so I wouldn’t buy something I don’t need. Thanks so much for the video 😃🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

You're very welcome! Glad to help 🙏🙏🙏🙏 Hope you enjoy your new computer

[@mw9705]

This was a very helpful breakdown of computer offering and basics, thank you, Chard!

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

Glad it was helpful! Thank you for the feedback MW

[@mw9705]

@@ChardTheTechGuy It occurred to me that maybe the only missing piece of info was about comparative battery life of the different computers and which can be replaced. Or did you talk about this? Thanks all the same!

[@babyblakeyes]

Thank you so much! The explanations was very thorough and clear for me.

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

Glad to help, thanks for the feedback

[@ismarivelasquez4811]

Great info and easy to follow. Thanks.

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

You’re welcome, glad to help

[@esw8159]

Thank you Explained everything clearly. Very helpful.

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

You are welcome! Glad to help.

[@mikegross6107]

Very good information and helpful tips! The only thing I would add is telling about the "con" of all-in-one PC's. When you purchase one you are stuck with what is in it; by that I mean there is no way to upgrade the power supply or the hard drive, the only upgradable part in that machine is the RAM. I made the mistake of buying one last year and realized I couldn't upgrade those parts too late. Am satisfied with the way it works but I like to get inside and "mess around" with the innards.

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

Glad to hear that the tips were helpful. Yes I agree that's the only drawback of the All-In-One, but most people who choose those computers are not interested in upgrading any internal parts, they just want to plug and start playing.

[@DrLakeciaReddrick]

Thank you! You were so thorough and to the point. I feel I know better what I need to buy for me. So appreciate the information in this video :)

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

You are so welcome! 😀

[@rasmusharrasmus]

Thank you! I am like others, I have not had to buy a computer in such a long time, even despite help from work IT guys it is overwhelming all the decisions. Have to watch again to catch everything.

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

I understand, take your time

[@TheCrippledCrafter]

Extremely helpful 👍. ... Thanks! X

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

Glad it was helpful! You are welcome & thank you

[@shrbur]

Chard! I am currently looking to purchase a new computer! Thanks for this very informative video. I now feel confident on what to look for. Thanks

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

You are welcome, glad to help.

[@SebasTian-kx5zn]

Excellent 👌 I want a buy a pc but need help these was Helpful Tnx Tnx

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

You are welcome - glad to help.

[@judithhambleton7097]

Absolutely the best advisor. I was able to understand what he was saying. Thank you so much

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

You are so welcome

[@jessekoehler1045]

Thank you. The tables and explanation really help me know what I'm looking for.

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

Hi Jesse! Glad it was helpful!

[@TM-qj4yr]

Thank you so much you really helped me see what I need and want without getting bogged down with all the other things.

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

Glad I could help!

[@hotrod44444]

Very good and helpful presentation! Thank you!

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

Glad it was helpful! You are welcome.

[@vernessamitchell1806]

Excellent video. Thanks for sharing this information. Extremely useful tips for me.

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

You are very welcome! Glad to hear it helped.

[@lorebay2593]

Chard, Thank you, thank you. This was very helpful.

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

You are welcome and glad to help.

[@childofakingcharity5597]

Thanks man this was really helpful, I could be wrong but I think I'm hearing the yadi in the voice of so big up yuh self

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

Big up! Thank you, Yes Yadi indeed. Glad to hear the video was helpful

[@TheArberter]

Straight-to-the-point thank you now I know what to look for computer that will meet my specific needs

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

You're welcome - glad to help & thanks for the feedback

[@TheArberter]

@@ChardTheTechGuy you really helped me out I was going to buy a new laptop but with the help of this video & online forums I learned that I could add more ram to my laptop which really helped. I'll eventually buy one but now I know what to get based on my needs; I believe an i5 should do it.

[@passionpassion-dh9go]

Your video helps me thank you so much. I had to click the like button.

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

You're welcome! Thank you very much

[@noahisdunn]

Tysm this was a really helpful video I want a pc for Christmas and people were saying there were making custom PCs and I wanted to do that too but had no idea about them after watching this video I know exactly what I want I have subbed and will be watching more videos

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

Glad I could help! Thank you for the Sub Noah - I have so more videos on the channel about computers - especially the last one I just build for myself

[@peteylank3681]

Thank you. Explained well

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

Glad it was helpful! Thank you

[@tsgcomics2684]

Helpful stuff bro thanks

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

Happy to help. Thank you

[@katrinafenner225]

Thank you so much for explaining that so well.Awesome job

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

You're very welcome! Thank you very much

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

You're very welcome! Thank you

[@wsmith6270]

Thanks for a most informative video

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

Thank you for your feedback on this video

[@rodmackinnon8497]

Great video, knew most of it, was looking at the update in technology . . . mainly interested in auto-cad and Photoshop and vector drawings needs. Cheers.

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

For what you are trying to do, get a computer with highest processor, best graphic card & most memory you can pour cash on.

[@SuperKwame1]

Excellent Education for Old people like my age, 60. Thanks

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

You're welcome - glad to help

[@rhanna5188]

Super helpful

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

Glad to hear! Thanks for your feedback

[@stephengoh5456]

Super, super awesome! Love it. Thank you.

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

You are very welcome!

[@ArndroidInc]

Thanks Chard, great info and a big help.

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for the feedback

[@vlinds7737]

Thank you Chard!

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

You're welcome - glad to help

[@Nigstesaba]

Good explanation and easy to understand 👍thanks

[@abdelhalimelkadiri7120]

love it full of information

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

Glad it was helpful! Thank you for your feedback

[@mathieuTME]

Wow that was incredibly helpful. Thank you!

[@loreyoungtech]

Thank you

[@jimmyalibhai360]

SATISFIED EXCELLENT INFORMATION

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

Glad to help - thank you

[@mybuddyboy1974]

Very helpful, ty very much

[@transformationalpianolifec1643]

Thank you for the info

[@horseonjupiter]

This guy is good, thank you!

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

Thank you very much

[@danielsobkowiak4101]

One of the best and easily understood explanations I have seen here, this old guy thanks you .I do some amateur photography and like to post edit some of my work my older AIO desktop burned out and only now am I learning about specs, still confused about rams I was thinking more of 16GB but not sure if I really need it also my old unit had 1Terabyte could i get by with less.

[@pataiken6240]

Best understandable 👌 video THANK YOU

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

You are welcome, thanks for the feedback!

[@judithhambleton7097]

Great help!

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

You're welcome

[@cocoadacoco4057]

Superb Chard

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

Thank you so much 🙂

[@getboogie1950]

Hi Thank you for the much needed computer lesson. What is Office for? Do I have to have it on my computer?

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

You are welcome, glad to help. You only need Office if you are going to do spreadsheet, presentation, or word documents. If that's not important then skip it.

[@getboogie1950]

@@ChardTheTechGuy Thanks so much

[@keishawilliams2861]

Thanks so much

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

You're welcome! Glad to help

[@jacobjche]

Excellent

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

Thank you, Glad to hear

[@highclassmoments1664]

Thanks 4 helping

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

You're welcome glad to help

[@utopia-sy1ih]

Tank you for advice

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

You're welcome!

[@tomhighfield6320]

Great information. very helpful. What do you suggest as the best way to transfer data from my old computer to my new one?

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

Thank you, copy all the data, photo, music, documents, etc to a flash drive or external drive. Then upload them to the new computer

[@howtodoit5143]

Thank you!!!

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

You're welcome!

[@jenck9546]

Thank you for this video! Just curious which brand and processor, and RAM do you recommend for Lightroom, photoshop work? and occasional video editing?

[@teemoney7542]

Thanks sir

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

You're welcome

[@Fourwedge]

Good video !

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

Glad you enjoyed it. Thank you

[@starmax5804]

Im inside walmart watching this vid shopping for a cp lol thanks brotha

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

You're welcome

[@CONSOLATAMAGERO]

very educative

[@inspiredthanksforsharing3766]

Thank you ....my computer just died! It was an old dsktp but I want a laptop that can hook up to a TV monitor. I think that requires an HDMI. I will use it to see KZbin & TV & do a lot of Excel work. I was thinking it should hook up both to computer monitor & new smart TV. Any suggestions? Your video was so helpful. Thank you again for easy to understand video.

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

You are welcome - glad to help. Most new laptop have a HDMI port but if the one you are looking at don't have it, just keep looking. Look for a laptop with USB-C port for more flexibility. Suggested video: The Many Ways To Use The USB-C Port On Your Smartphone, Tablet, & PC kzbin.info/www/bejne/j5aWand4ob6jjbc Thank you very much

[@meyhemmikey7311]

Hi awesome dude

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

Thanks again Mikey - stay safe out there

[@meyhemmikey7311]

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[@transformationalpianolifec1643]

If I want to make a documentary(shooting for 500 hours before editing down to a 2 hour show), how many ram and storage should I get ? Your information is all encompassing and is great and helpful

[@connierobinson1682]

I'm into photography, am told that to get all of the power that I need for processing photos I need a gaming computer because of the graphics capability, at least 16GB RAM. There's a lot of options out there, it's mind boggling! Can you offer me some insight? Thanks so much.

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

Try to get a computer or laptop with highest processor (Intel i7) you can afford, get a least 16 GB RAM and a dedicated Graphic card (Nvidia or AMD), so the display doesn't feed off the system RAM. The final storage is a big key for you with photos, even if you don't get enough internally, get an external drive.

[@reginamarie2786]

Thanks for the info. I do have a question, my 13 year old wants to go from his old iPad to a desktop “gaming computer”. He only plays Minecraft and roblox primarily. I am on a budget, and I’m not sure if he really needs the more expensive gaming computer setup. Do you have some insight and maybe a suggestion on what options would be best to go with? I’m in the dark technically speaking. Ty!

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

You're welcome, no you don't need a gaming PC for these games Here are the minimum specs needed CPU: Intel Core i3 RAM: 4 GB RAM (8 GB Prefer) HDD: 1 GB available space or greater. GPU: Intel HD Graphics 4000 OS: Windows 10 But you can spend for more if it's in your budget.

[@MrTensandtwenties]

What's the best brand in your opinion?

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

I like the Dell computers/laptops, base on my experience

[@canocano5480]

which would you recommend for photoshop and illustrator

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

I would rather use a desktop computer for that kind of work, because I like a dual screen setup. But either will do - just make sure if you choose the laptop, get at lease 16GB RAM (desktop too) or more.

[@ingridv104]

Hi, is there any computer brand and model that you recommend for word processor use, power point, stream videos and TV, browsing several sites at the time? Speed and memory are my priorities. Thanks

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

I personally like Dell laptops and desktop computers but any brand will do what you want. HP would be my second pick.

[@debgamble8368]

Hi Chard, super helpful thank you. I need to buy a new computer and can’t settle on a laptop or a desk top. My main needs will be running Office for work from home gigs, photoshop for creating art and dealing with photos and I also want to get some genealogy software so I can store my family tree info, research etc locally ( I’m currently using Ancestry exclusively and I really need my own software) I’m leaning towards a laptop just so I have some flexibility about which rooms I can use my computer in at home. Oh and I might want to look at some language learning downloads for Japanese. Any thoughts? I’m really worried about making the wrong choice.

[@syedbakhtiyar9457]

get desktop

[@brandonmitchell7033]

Hey Chard, great video! I have a question? What would you say the is the "Most" you can do on a I core 3? (Excluding gaming)

[@aminali5313]

What do you about a 8go ram , i7 8550u processor , nvidia mx110 , 1000To storage asu laptop , i have few money to spend so i cant buy better laptops for the moment , so is it enough for nowadays games and programs , i need it to edit videos and sometimes playing games like cs go .. ?.

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

Oh yes that will get what you are trying to, go for it.

[@aroundtheworld9764]

Buying a new PC an be a total wild-adventure for some folks. It's complete understandable...

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

You are welcome - glad to help

[@kleagjona9138]

When will I have to pay for office on Microsoft . I want a computer cause of Microsoft office and my old laptop that was running Microsoft 8 had the office free. Please someone explain

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

Unfortunately you have to pay for Office, unless you get really lucky to find a deal with included

[@livetodance30]

What about the Celeron processors? Good too? Or stick with Intel?

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

Celeron are Intel cheap processors I would recommend them if you afford the regular i3, i5, or i7 processors.

[@e2a937]

I take a lot of photos and file a lot of graphic design work. What are your recommendations?

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

Get the biggest hard drive you can buy. Photos can take up a lot of space. Other specs - Intel i5 or i7 will do and get at lease 8 GB RAM - 16 GB RAM if you can swing it.

[@e2a937]

@@ChardTheTechGuy Thanks Bro! Just purchased a pavilion gaming laptop for $636 brand new from Walmart. specs: i5, 8GB memory, 256GB/solid state drive, nvidia geforce HTC 1650 4GB Graphics. I haven't added any software or photos yet and It's running slow ?

[@arinkromas]

What i5 brand and model do you recommend for a home office user, with watching lots of movies like Netflix, etc. I am in Southeast Asia, so please recommend things that we can find around here, much appreciated.

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

Not sure if you can get Netgear or Linksys where you live but I would recommend those brands or TP-Link, get a MESH system, much better than a single router.

[@arinkromas]

First of all, I want to thank you for replying. I have a few more questions if you don't mind. First, would u recommend Intel i5 or Ryzen 5 5600 for home use for work, browsing movies, etc... I like a good, clear, fast computer where I am also planning to buy a 2K monitor. Second, would you recommend a custom similar to a gaming PC or an all-in-one ready-made PC that has brands like Dell, HP? I am more into custom PC at the moment because I know they're fast and cheaper, but I am not too sure about buying them just yet. So I need your professional's recommendations. Thank you so much, God bless you, sir.

[@ChristineJoannaHart]

What about windows when you buy another laptop? You'll have to buy another Windows. ?? Great vid. Thankyou.

[@ameliasereen8803]

is there any reason to buy a new computer rather than on ebay?

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

Well, I would say the same principle as a car, new comes with a warranty and used as is. Go for the new if you can.

[@lylaschmooz]

where is the best place to buy a new computer. I'm a basic user. Thanks

[@patriciameek4645]

I am looking for lots of pictures & I use designer software and Toonly Video maker so I use picture files not much use doc file. I know that need PC that I love but it happened new screen I bought it before office Depot/max store closed out. I hook screen (27") to two motherboard old PC those both working for about two months now alone Screen is working and alone PC is working but both equip can not find handshake each other...Need help I wonder screen might not good because store use it for displayed. Maybe I should buy bright new out of box instead of buy displayed screen??? Well, I feel that I might try find New PC maybe include A.I.??? Cost I might not afford it... My old PC is HP with 64 GB and Two motherboards... I am not finish build Toonly (software) video maker sigh ha well what do you think about all this and what I should buy the new screen or PC also PC sometime need mouse update???

[@casandra9716]

Hi, I wonder what Am4 ryzen means?

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

That's the motherboard socket configuration for AMD Summit Ridge, Raven Ridge, Pinnacle Ridge, Picasso & Matisse Processors

[@rssixteen1639]

Will a 256 GB SSD support a 4 GB RAM computer with an i3 core processor?

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

Yes it will, if you can get 8 GB RAM instead.

[@rssixteen1639]

@@ChardTheTechGuy thank you so much

[@bennyburdick180]

I like your accent. Where are you from?

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

Thank you, I am from Jamaica

[@chant2day]

Thank you soooo much computers for us dummies 🙃

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

You are welcome and glad to help - no dummies out there just lack of knowledge - that's what I'm here to provide

[@sherryblack2883]

Chard I have a ? I just purchased a Lenovo 5 ideacentre from office depot on sale for $569.99 the features advertised for the computer are AMD Ryzen 7! 16gb! 256gb SSD/1TB hard drive! Window's 10! (9003008us/4122247 item numbers) the computer did not come with a manual so now I'm leary about this purchase it only came with a sheet on how to set it up! I haven't set it up yet because I wanna make sure I haven't purchased a refurbished item please give me your opinion on this if I decide to keep this computer what monitor would you recommend Thank You! Also the price was reg $809.00 on sale for $569.99

[@sherryblack2883]

Chard also I'm just a simple computer user I was just told that this was a great deal by the sales man but I need to make sure I will be able to connect a printer and play my music on a CD on this item the good thing is I can return it so please let me know what you think Thanks!

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

Hello Sherry, thanks for providing the item number so I could look up the specs for you. That's a keeper, no need to return it, most computers, laptops and other electronics are coming without the manual so don't be alarm, also if it was refurbished they would required to disclosed that to you. As far as the monitor, any of these brands are good (Dell, ACER, ASUS, LG or Samsung) it all depend upon size to determine how much you want to spend. You're very welcome!

[@sherryblack2883]

@@ChardTheTechGuy Thank you so much I appreciate you getting back with me I also will definitely do the 3 things that you talked about before I surf the net have a blessed day

[@abdelqanimohammed995]

Thanks bro , Allah bless you.

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

Thank you - blessings

[@abarzua21able]

I just bought an Asus VivoBook S17 S712 17.3” Full HD AMD Ryzan 5. 8GB memory, 1TB hard drive, 128GB SSD win 10 laptop..... So what do you this about this one I bought? Is it any good, u think? My laptop comes Nov 1st so that's why im asking you.

[@ekloveyabalyan5657]

not blinking his eyes

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

Okay

[@lyon4451]

The video helped me a lot, but I still have a question. I would like a computer that I can play games like minecraft on, but I only have a budget of $ 200. Does anyone have any tips for me?

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

It's going to be hard to find a computer at $200 new, possibly get one used for that price. And then I cannot guarantee it's going to be good enough to run Minecraft.

[@ekramsiraj1432]

What abt their generation?