Processor | Multitasking, software development | Industry: Intel Core i3 (2 cores, 4 threads) Base: ▲ Intel Core i5-12th Gen (4 cores, 8 threads) Advanced: ▲▲ Intel Core i7-12th Gen (6 cores, 12 threads) | Base: 50% faster than industry standard for complex tasks Advanced: 30% better multi-threaded performance (ideal for coding/3D rendering) | Base: Higher cost than budget models Advanced: Premium pricing for niche use cases |
Display | Creative design, interactive kiosks | Industry: 27" 1080p non-touch LCD Base: ▲ 27" 4K IPS touch (10-point touch) Advanced: ▲▲ 27" 5K IPS touch (4096 x 2160) | Base: 4K resolution (3840 x 2160) for crisp visuals Advanced: 5K resolution (5120 x 2880) for ultra-fine detail | Base: Higher power draw vs standard displays Advanced: Limited content supports 5K |
Storage | Heavy file storage, media editing | Industry: 256GB SSD (ISO 14223) Base: 120GB SSD (disadvantage) Advanced: ▲▲ 512GB SSD | Advanced: 4x more storage for large projects Base: Lightweight for basic tasks | Base: Insufficient for professional workflows Advanced: Adds $150 premium |
Graphics | Gaming, video editing | Industry: Integrated (2GB shared memory) Base: ▲ Integrated (4GB shared) Advanced: ▲▲ Dedicated NVIDIA GTX 1650 (6GB) | Base: 2x VRAM for smoother multitasking Advanced: 1080p gaming at 60+ FPS | Base: Lag in GPU-heavy apps Advanced: Requires cooling upgrades |
Connectivity | Networking, high-speed transfers | Industry: USB 3.0 + HDMI Base: ▲ USB-A/USB-C, HDMI, LAN Advanced: ▲▲ USB4, Thunderbolt 4, Wi-Fi 6E | Base: LAN for stable networking Advanced: 10Gbps Thunderbolt for pro peripherals | Base: No Wi-Fi 6 Advanced: Requires modern devices to leverage features |
Energy Efficiency | Eco-conscious offices, 24/7 operations | Industry: TCO Certified (50W idle) Base: ▲ Energy Star (45W idle) Advanced: ▲▲ Eco Mode (35W idle, 10% lower power) | Advanced: 30% lower annual energy cost Base: 10% more efficient than average | Base: No adaptive brightness Advanced: Slightly slower startup in Eco Mode |