{
  "id": 18247,
  "title": "The 5 laptop features worth spending extra on (and 3 that are mostly hype)",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/01/the-5-laptop-features-worth-spending-extra-on-and-3-that-are-mostly",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-08-01T10:30:41.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "ZDNet",
    "slug": "zdnet",
    "url": "https://www.zdnet.com/article/laptop-features-worth-paying-for-vs-what-to-ignore/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "When shopping for a laptop, it's wise to only invest in upgrades that enhance your experience. Higher RAM, a superior display, extended battery life, dedicated graphics cards for creators, and advanced cooling systems are worthwhile investments. However, certain features like touchscreens may not be worth the additional cost. Purchasing a laptop can be a daunting task due to the sheer number of options available and the bewildering range of configurations. For instance, the HP OmniBook 3 reviewed by the author featured various chipsets and RAM capacities, complicating the selection process. Most users do not require the most powerful model, but specific upgrades can significantly improve the user experience.",
  "summary": "Laptop manufacturers love showing off gimmicky features - here's what to prioritize, and what to ignore.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}