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Running Head: COMPARISON BETWEEN LAPTOPS AND DESKTOPS 1
COMPARISON BETWEEN LAPTOPS AND DESKTOPS 2
COMPARISON BETWEEN LAPTOPS AND DESKTOPS
Apple iMac 27-inch (2020) VS Dell XPS 8940
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Introduction
The functionality of a laptop and desktop is similar; however, the hardware and compatibility of various software are different. A desktop is a graphical user and physical computer unit that operates on a software operating system such as a windows desktop (Bagheri, Severin & Rajan, 2020). On the other hand, a laptop is an all-in-one computer that uses AC or batteries to store data for several hours connected to power directly. The research will compare one Mac and PC based on processor, memory, graphics processor, connectivity, and price. In almost all cases, Macs outperforms PCs in many cases due to hardware optimization, although it has a skimp RAM than the PC. In my case, I will compare the Apple iMac 27-inch (2020) and Dell SPS 8940 (PC).
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The advancement in technology has increased the manufacturing and the sales of desktops and laptops. Approximately 94% of the entire population uses laptops and desktops to access information from the internet. The use of desktops, laptops, and other internet devices such as smartphones and tablets will continue to grow since people are aggressive and proactive in connecting with others across the globe through the internet. Based on Subramanian & Yung (2017), the manufacturer aims to shift from desktops to All-in-one PC (APC) due to the many advantages of using the PC.
The modern PC ensures that the user can control the internet devices all-in-one PC. The main reasons many people shift from the desktop to the PC are portability. It is easier to maintain a laptop than a desktop since all the hardware is connected together. The use of a PC is also environmentally friendly since it reduces power consumption. The use of a desktop has become an outdated technology because of its complexity in maintenance and portability.
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Apple iMac 27-inch (2020)
Apple iMac 27-inch (2020) is one of the perfect examples of all-in-one for all. The PC provides the user with the highest experience in the field of technology since it is packed with powerful tools, incredibly intuitive, and beautifully designed (Onwuchekwa, 2021). The device is a 27-inch model with expanded memory and storage, faster graphics, and a processor. The other main advantage of the device is that it has clear pictures and a large hard disk for video and audio storage, including a stunning Retina 5K display that is faster and better than ever.
Additionally, the Apple iMac 27-inch (2020) accommodates 500 units of brightness and one billion colors that enable a user to experience the graphics and photos leap off the screen. It also contains a non-textured glass option and true tone technology to minimize glare. The Pro Display XDR has played a critical role in reducing the eye challenges associated with workplaces with lightning conditions, direct light, and sunlight. Contrary to the typical matte display coating, the new technology nano-texture in the Apple iMac 27-inch etched into the glass at the reduced nanometer level.
Dell XPS 8940
THE Dell XPS 8940 model was released in 2020 specifically for gaming, a pre-built home. Dell XPS 8940 has 128GB of DIMM DDR4-2666/2933 memory. It accommodates 10th gen Intel Core processor. The motherboard utilizes the H470 chipset. It is developed with a pre-built Display Port output or graphics card with HDMI. The model in this category contains better cooling, multiple drive bays, and 4x PCle slots. Dell XPS is the best option for users looking for a device with little upgradability (Towne, Ory, Smith, Peres, Pickens, Mehta & Benden, 2017). The model contains a dedicated GPU warning. The user will know where there is enough power supply through the application. However, some PSUs lack the dedicated GPU warning, and therefore, the user must purchase an auxiliary PCle power connected to monitor the power supply.
Based on the compatibility, Dell XPS 8940 is compatible with multiple windows such as windows 10 and 11. Windows 11specifications is compatible with TPM 2.0 and 8th Gen processors or even newer computers. Dell XPS 8940 supports UEFI BIOS, which enables computers to upgrade from windows 10 to windows 11.
Processor
DELL XPS 8940 is compatible with Gen10 Intel Core Technology. Before the upgrade, the Intel Core processor was released in 2019. The current processor is more advanced than the 2019 model. The current processor increases the energy-efficient CPUs. The current model supports Core i9 with core threads 10(20) with a base frequency of 2.8 GHz and a turbo of 5.2 GHz. On the other hand, the Apple iMac 27-inch (2020) is also fast running machine with a turbo that boosts up to 4.5Hz. It is a core i5, 10th generation, and 3.1GHz 6-core. Apple iMac 27-inch (2020) has level 3 caches that support Hyper-Threading and consume 0.4 watts when off and 10.3 watts during long idle and 500 watts when operating, while DELL XPS 8940 has a 64 MB cache. DELL XPS 8940 consumes 28w while idle, but its PSU is a 500w model.
Memory
Apple iMac 27-inch (2020) has a memory size of 128GB which is Double the size of the previous model. The large memory allows the user to penetrate through complex pro workflows twice more than the previous model. On the other hand, Dell XPS 8940 has a memory of 64GB where; it can be upgraded using UDIMMs memory. The memory is equivalent to (SNPC5N22C/16G). The speed boosts high performance by speeding the tasks by loading several times.
Graphics processor
Apple iMac 27-inch (2020) graphics are the most modern in computers. The model comes with AMD Radeon Pro 500X series graphics. Apple iMac 27-inch (2020) also accommodates 20 GPUs in various tasks such as complex video and 3D rendering while Dell XPS 8940 is 4.9 GHz (Subramanian & Yung, 2017). The model provides approximately Radeon Pro 5000 series graphics with a memory of 16GB of GDDR6 that allow the user to make editing for developing a lifelike game environment and UHD video. On the other hand, Dell XPS 8940 has a memory size of 6 GB and a memory type GDDR6 and controller NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti.
Connectivity
Apple iMac 27-inch (2020) has superfast Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) ports that can be used to transfer data from one device to the other. Additionally, it contains four USD-A that provides a speed experience when connected to external devices. Apple iMac 27-inch (2020) comes with 10 GB Ethernet, which has more than ten times faster than the previous generations. It also comes with a 1GB Ethernet port. One can also connect with other external devices using Bluetooth. Apple iMac 27-inch (2020) Bluetooth has a connectivity rate of 5.0. Connectivity to WiFi is also a connectivity feature that enables the computer to connect to the external source of the internet. Dell XPS 8940 model is compatible with the through the WiFi and has Dell XPS 8940 has 7 ports, including 1 gen port, 2 USB 2.0 ports, and 1 USB 3.1 Gen1 (Type-C) port. The model contains the IEEE 802.11a/bg/n and 802.11ac WiFi wireless networking. Dell XPS 8940 is also compatible with the Bluetooth 5.0 wireless technology.
Bus speed is a matter of consideration when purchasing a computer. Bus speed is the rate at which the front-side bus FSB connects with the CPU to the northbridge. In many cases, the speed is usually 66 MHz to more than 800MHz. Apple iMac 27-inch (2020) has a BUS speed of 520 MHz, while Dell XPS 8940 has a BUS speed of 230 MHz.
Price
The Apple iMac 27-inch (2020) price is approximately 2500 USD. The specification for the model is;
It has USB Port 6, which includes 3 USD-C, 2 Thunderbolt, and 4 USD-A.
The camera is 1080p FaceTime HD
The internal memory of 256 GB SSD
RAM 8GB 2666MHz DDR4
The graphics are Radeon Pro 5300
The processor is a 10th-generation Intel Core i5 that accommodates 3.1GHz 6-core.
The display is a 27-inch diagonal Retina 5K.
The price for Dell XPS 8940 is 1,059 USD in most parts of the world.
Conclusion
The analysis of the Apple iMac 27-inch (2020) VS Dell XPS 8940 clearly indicates that the computer experts are proactive and aggressive to continue providing high-speed computers. Computers are friendly to the user and connect with other devices (Hackett, Howe, Hughes, Jay, Neil & Simone, 2019). Apple iMac 27-inch (2020) VS Dell XPS 8940 provides various port features to enhance connectivity between other devices. The two models are compatible with WiFi, thus enabling the user to access the internet and providing the user with an opportunity to access videos, audio, and other important information. The two models allow the user to connect through the internet to make transactions through e-commerce.
Advancement of technology will always demand more advanced computers with more advanced features to reduce the security vulnerability associated with the previous technology. The black hat hackers have better software to destroy and steal data from computers, database, and servers (Dyakonov, 2019). Various measures have been put in place to develop an even more advanced model of Apple iMac 27-inch 2020 and Dell XPS 8940.
System Make and Model
Processor
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Cache Capacity
Power Consumption
Apple iMac 27-inch (2020) VS Dell XPS 8940
L1:Dell has level one cache.
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L3: Apple has 3 cache
DELL XPS 8940 consumes 28w while idle, but its PSU is a 500w model.
Apple iMac consumes 0.4 watts when off and 10.3 watts during long idle, and 500 watts when operating.
Memory
Size
Speed
Technology
Apple iMac 27-inch (2020) has a memory size of 128GB.
Dell XPS 8940 has a memory of 64GB
Apple iMac speed RAM is 8GB
Dell XPS 8940 RAM is 8GB
Both model uses advanced technology to enhance connectivity and accessibility to internet services.
Graphics Processor
Speed
Memory Size
Apple iMac 27-inch (2020) accommodates 20 GPUs in various tasks such as complex video and 3D rendering.
Dell XPS 8940 speed is 4.9 GHz
Apple iMac 27-inch (2020) 128 GB
Dell XPS 8940 has a memory size of 64 GB
Connectivity
Bus Speed
Type and Number of I/O Ports
Apple iMac 27-inch (2020) has a BUS speed of 520 MHz
Dell XPS 8940 has a BUS speed of 230 MHz.
Apple iMac 27-inch (2020) has superfast Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) ports
Dell XPS 8940 has 7 ports which include 1 gen port, 2 USB 2.0 ports, 1 USB 3.1 Gen1 (Type-C) port.
Price
The price for Dell XPS 8940 is 1,059 USD in most parts of the world.
The Apple iMac 27-inch (2020) price is approximately 2500 USD.
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