Choice of laptop

[San_Punt]

Hello all,

I am looking for a laptop to perform data acquisition activities. I found out that processor speed mostly defines the speed of execution of code. So I looked for some laptops, and now I am facing a choice: Is an i7 processor with 16 GB  worth the difference in price above an i5 with 8 GB ? 

I will use standard NI hardware and software. 

And does is matter if I use a 64 bit laptop? I read that some labVIEW toolkits are not compatible with 64 bit. 

Kind regards,

San

[crossrulz]

For simple DAQ programs, the better processor will gain you very little.  For heavy processing and analysis, go with the better processor.

Just stick with the 64-bit OS.  32-bit apps will still run on it.

[San_Punt]

Thanks 🙂