Consider whether the delay is justified by the benefits of the upcoming Intel 13th generation processors.
Consider whether the delay is justified by the benefits of the upcoming Intel 13th generation processors.
I own a strong Clevo laptop priced at €2500 that has served me well for four and a half years under demanding tasks. Now it’s beginning to show significant issues, and I’m worried it may fail soon.
I’m considering purchasing a new one in the future for long-term use at work.
My questions are:
1. Should I wait for an Intel 13th gen laptop? Are there any compelling features or improvements?
2. When can I expect to find them available?
Because we lack details about the 13th generation mobile components, it would be difficult to predict anything definitively. I anticipate a modest improvement of around ten percent in performance with the 12th generation parts, though this remains speculative. The 12th Gen models, however, offer a noticeable upgrade over the 11th and 13th generation versions (and desktop models), and given that even the 13th generation desktops are expected to be released later, we can reasonably expect more information about the mobile parts in the coming months—possibly by year-end. If you're looking for immediate options, opting for 12th generation components would be wise, as the performance gain between these generations may not be substantial, and retailers might be clearing out 12th generation stock ahead of the 13th generation launch.
Please note that Clevo uses desktop processors, not mobile ones. I see several articles suggesting Intel's 13th gen will come out in October. It's unclear if Clevo laptops with desktop processors will be released then.
The announcement is expected in October, though it's just an industry estimate. The CPUs might not be released until later, but they typically arrive before the holidays. If you want to extend the life of your new laptop compared to the previous one, you should wait to see the new CPUs. Desktop CPUs usually include more e-cores, giving you more computing power at the same price.
If you need it now, proceed with the purchase immediately.
Delaying until the next best option means waiting indefinitely.
Typically, new generation components provide roughly a 15% improvement in both price and performance.
What processor do you currently possess?
Are you seeking a direct replacement or aiming for enhanced performance?
Do you have a budget in mind?
A common issue with high-performance laptops is their limited cooling capacity.
If Clevo includes desktop components in its laptops, be sure to consider the cooling features.
You probably want a mobile version of the processor.
I understand they do that too. That's precisely why their units lack the durability seen in many other laptops. If you double or triple the TDP of the installed components yet can't accommodate adequate cooling, you won't get long-lasting performance. It's already challenging to maintain some of these desktop elements cool in a tower case with powerful air and liquid cooling, let alone in a compact laptop with small heatsinks and fans.
This issue is especially noticeable for gaming setups or high-performance machines like CAD, graphic design, video production, and scientific applications, which demand intense workloads similar to those of gaming systems. In my view, four and a half years isn't a sustainable lifespan. Still, laptops generally don't hold up well over time, even with internal components, due to the limited cooling options available.
I looked through some articles that mentioned multi-threaded benchmarks showing a 40% boost in performance.
I’m curious about the details of how those benchmarks were conducted.
Yeah, I understand. The laptop casing is starting to break physically near the fan due to overheating. I’m okay with a 4.5-year lifespan. I can’t afford a desktop because of portability concerns, so I’m satisfied with a laptop that lasts about four years while working 8 hours a day. Also, I’d like to lower the processor TDP even more. Some models now have water cooling systems, but I’m not sure if they’re effective.
And what effect does it have on your software and overall user experience?