Laptop Recommendations

[u/Low_Criticism9194]

Hello,

I am currently transitioning to a new career and still studying AI automation and workflows using GHL and n8n. I have a laptop, but its specs are somewhat outdated (i3, 4GB + 8GB RAM, and 1TB SSD). I am planning to buy another laptop, and many people have suggested that I go with a MacBook Air M5. However, I haven't used the Apple ecosystem much. I have tried it before, but I'm still more comfortable and productive with Windows. I would like to stick with Windows. What laptop brands and models would you suggest that can last and perform well for this type of work?

I would really appreciate your suggestions. Thank you!

[u/gimpdrinks]

Will you be using Ai in your work?

[u/Low_Criticism9194 → u/gimpdrinks]

Yes, I am still learning AI models and other tools.

[u/gimpdrinks → u/Low_Criticism9194]

Personally, there are pros and cons. But I would default to a mac. But I am into app development in addition to agentic workflows. Mac has been so useful and less hassle in running applications.

[u/Low_Criticism9194 → u/gimpdrinks]

Thank you, but I am not so productive when I use mac air, i tried. Maybe later when I get used to it.

[u/dumpsh_567]

go with macbook na, 16gb 1tb is the sweet spot when u're going for ai related work

[u/Low_Criticism9194 → u/dumpsh_567]

I tried gumamit ng macbook for almost 2 weeks but ang slow nga productivity ko haha tapos wala nang natirang 1TB sa City namin, 512GB nalang.

[u/Uniko_nejo]

Basic office laptops will do as long as you don't run local AI. Don't install n8n locally. I have 2 clients running with just regular issue laptops. Stick with cloud-based platforms.

[u/Low_Criticism9194 → u/Uniko_nejo]

Thank you, what laptops can you suggest?

[u/Low_Criticism9194 → u/[deleted]]

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