BonaFideReviews posted an article to help people choose between getting that new laptop or desktop pc.

Traditionally, laptop computers were bought by people who had to be able to take their computer with them when they left the office, such as the salesman visiting a customer. It always used to be the case that buying portability meant a trade-off in terms of power and functionality, so desktop machines were the preferred option for those who didn't have to travel. Is this still a genuine trade-off, however? It's time to re-examine the assumptions to see if they are still true.

Laptop or Desktop - which computer to choose?