It’s Perfect. It’s Unusable. - Snapdragon for a Month Challenge Conclusion

Summary

In this video, the hosts discuss their month-long experience using laptops powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon processors. They share their perspectives on battery life, compatibility with various software, and overall performance. While acknowledging some limitations with certain applications, they highlight the laptops' suitability for browsing, light work, and as a secondary device. The conversation also touches on gaming experiences, with some popular titles not working well, and praises the laptops' build quality, keyboard, webcam, and microphone. The hosts conclude that these laptops are a good value, especially for those who don't rely on heavy applications or already own a primary computer.

Takeaways

• 🔋 The speakers experienced a significant improvement in laptop battery life without the constant need to charge, with one going an entire week without charging.
• 🎁 A sponsorship mention for Segways Ridge, promoting a sweepstakes with prizes like a gold-plated cyber truck or $100,000 in cash until September 13th.
• 💻 A shift in mindset about battery usage was observed, with less urgency to charge as battery levels dropped, even when critical.
• 🛠️ The laptop's performance was put to the test with various tasks, including video conferencing, script editing, and email management, all running smoothly on browser-based programs.
• 👾 Some software, like Bon Jour, had minor issues but did not significantly impact the user experience.
• 🖥️ The laptop's performance with heavy programs like SolidWorks was deemed usable, especially for small adjustments and not for handling large assemblies.
• 🎥 Video editing with Adobe Premiere was a challenge due to emulation issues and compatibility with only the 2023 version, leading to a subpar experience.
• 🎮 Gaming on the laptop was mixed, with popular titles not working, but the user adapted by choosing games that were compatible.
• 📚 For university students, the laptop might be suitable as a secondary device but not for gaming or certain video editing tasks.
• 🖱️ The physical aspects of the laptop, such as the keyboard, webcam, and microphone, received positive feedback for their quality.
• 🌐 Wi-Fi connectivity was an issue in some cases, with the laptop disconnecting unexpectedly, which could be due to antenna design or hardware issues.

Q & A

What was the main concern about the laptop's battery life at the beginning of the video?

The main concern was that the participants were worried they might not have enough battery life to last through their work without needing to charge frequently.

What was the promotional event mentioned in the script?

The promotional event was a massive sweepstakes by Ridge, which included prizes like a Hennessy Velociraptor, a gold-plated cyber truck, or $100,000 in cash, running from the time of the script until September 13th.

How did the participants' mindset change regarding their laptop's battery life after using it for a while?

The participants' mindset changed from being anxious about charging their laptops constantly to being more relaxed and not worrying about charging until they finished their tasks, even if the battery was critically low.

What was the experience with video conferencing and other browser-based tasks on the laptop?

The experience with video conferencing, Discord, OBS, and other browser-based tasks was positive, with everything working perfectly despite the laptop being used for an extended period without charging.

What issues were encountered with the software 'Bong Jour'?

There were some slightly weird occurrences with 'Bong Jour,' but they were not significant enough for the user to be bothered and go back to worrying about their battery life.

How did the user's experience with SolidWorks on the laptop compare to their old laptop?

The user found the performance of SolidWorks on the new laptop to be usable and very similar to their old laptop, which had a low-powered 2-in-1 CPU that was slow when released two years ago.

What challenges did the user face when trying to edit videos on the laptop?

The user faced challenges with video editing software compatibility and performance. Premiere was emulated and the experience was not good, with issues rendering videos and After Effects being missing. The user also had to convert their projects to the 2023 versions for compatibility.

What was the user's experience with gaming on the laptop?

The user found that while some games worked fine, popular titles like League of Legends, Valorant, and Fortnite did not work at all, and Minecraft was too laggy. The user adapted by finding games that were compatible with the device.

What was the user's opinion on the laptop's display?

The user was impressed with the laptop's display, describing it as a fantastic 3:2 Quad HD 120Hz screen that was bright enough to use outdoors and did not stand out as a significant power draw.

What was the final verdict on using the laptop as a primary device for work?

The final verdict was that the laptop might not be suitable as a primary device for work due to software compatibility issues and the lack of a backup plan when an application does not work. However, it was recommended as a secondary or tertiary device for those who already have other computers for more demanding tasks.