Screen Viewing Sweet Spots 14" vs. 15.6"

[mike2rc]

I’m looking at 2 laptops that are basically the same except for screen size. The HP is 14” with 8GB RAM and the Lenovo is a 15.6” with 6GB RAM. Both have the 3rd generation i5 and Intel graphics 4000.

I do have a company ThinkPad that is 13.3”. It’s great for work use however I obviously can’t load my personal programs on it.

When I use this 13.3” on my lap I do notice I have to adjust the screen a lot to get a “sweeter” viewing spot.

I’d like to know if this sweet spot adjustment decreases with a larger laptop screen. If so, I’ll go for a 15.6” as I do work with PhotoShop. I do prefer the HP mouse pad with 2 tabs on the bottom. I was also thinking a smaller screen might be brighter and slightly sharper.

Any input would be appreciated,
Mike

[Train]

I adjusted the brightness on my Toshiba [15.6"] and just tilt the screen where I can see it best.

[mike2rc]

Thanks for the info. I'm used to more monitor real estate...especially when you have 2 web sites open.

[Train]

Then hook up a monitor to the laptop. A 23" works great for me.

[mike2rc]

for the most part I would just use downstairs watching TV. Most of PhotoShop would be done on this desktop which does have an i7 and 8GB RAM.

I "may" update this but I do want to try an iMac or nice 15.6" MacBook Pro as my next upgrade.

[Train]

TV, I use a tv. Never watch it on a computer.
Bandwidth you know.

[mike2rc]

Much of the time I'll be using it on my lap while watching TV.

Currently, I'm watching football with a 13.3" ThinkPad on my lap. I can't load my own programs on this as it's company owned. With this one I do adjust the screen a lot.

The Lenovo isn't that heavy for a 15.6". I was also curious if laptops with nVidia vs. Intel have better image quality. They usually cost a little more.
Mike

[Train]

With my eyes, I can not say, so hope some one can help out there.

[SpywareDr]

Look for laptops with an IPS display.

Wikipedia: IPS

Newegg.com (examples)

Google: laptop ips