Choosing per role saves money and keeps staff productive.
Comparison
| Desktop | Laptop | |
|---|---|---|
| Power per cedi | Higher | Lower |
| Mobility | Fixed desk | Anywhere |
| Works in short outages | Needs a UPS | Battery built in |
| Upgrades | Easy (towers) | Limited |
| Screen size | Large monitors | Add a monitor at the desk |
By role
| Role | Recommendation |
|---|---|
| Reception, front desk, cashier | Desktop or all-in-one + UPS |
| Accounts, admin | Desktop with dual monitors |
| Sales, managers, field staff | Laptop |
| Design, engineering | Powerful desktop or high-spec laptop |
Power planning
Laptops ride through short outages on battery. Every desktop needs a UPS.
Plan the whole office
See office IT setup and our office setup guide.
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Published October 10, 2026 · 1 min read