Laptop CPU cores are independent processing units inside the processor that run tasks in parallel to speed up apps and multitasking.

For Chromebook vs laptop choices, pick a Chromebook for web-first tasks; pick Windows or Mac for pro apps, gaming, or offline power.

A Chromebook runs ChromeOS while a laptop usually runs Windows or macOS, so apps, updates, and daily workflow feel different.

A notebook is a lighter, smaller laptop; brands reuse both labels, and real gaps come from size, power, ports, and tasks.

AMD and Intel laptops differ in chips, graphics, power use, ports, and pricing—pick by your workload, battery needs, and accessories.

An SSD in a laptop is a flash-based storage drive with no moving parts that delivers fast boots, speedy app loads, and lower noise.

The biggest screens you’ll find on current laptops are 18 inches; a few older specialty models stretched to 20–21 inches.

Yes—the smallest laptop screens reach about 7–8 inches, while mainstream compact models start near 10–11.6 inches.

A touchscreen laptop lets you tap, write, and pinch directly on the display to speed up navigation, mark up content, and work more naturally.

The difference between i5 and i7 laptops is tier: i7 models usually add more cores, higher turbo speeds, and larger cache for heavier work.