India, Feb. 6 -- Picking between an Intel Core i5 laptop and a Core i7 laptop has been a big dilemma for people planning to buy a new one for work or study. Most grab a Core i7 because it feels more powerful, which it is, but do you really need it? Let's break it down: you might save enough for nice headphones, a mechanical keyboard, or an ergonomic mouse.

When we put the latest 13th and 14th-generation Intel Core i5 and Core i7-powered laptops through real-world tests, a clear story emerges. The Core i5 processor can hanfle 90% fo the workloads easily without needing extra power, given that the laptop has enough RAM.

Everyday computing like web browsing, Microsoft Office, Zoom calls, and light photo editing sees virtually no gap. Both ...