New Laptop question for REW, please?

[Tom899]

I'm researching for a new Windows based 17" screen sized laptop. I want to make sure it's completely compatible with REW. I know practically all are, but as long as I'm buying new I have many options. I know I want to make sure it has HDMI out, USB's, etc... A primary question, and this is most important to me. What is the most useful and pleasing screen resolution to view REW? I can select from 1920x1080, 2560x1640, etc... I want to make sure REW is scaled properly in the laptops native resolution. Besides that, all other hardware and software recommendations and tips are appreciated!
Thanks,
Tom

 

[Gerry Iaria]

I'm using a Mac without HDMI out, but have a hub that has hdmi and usb

 

[John Mulcahy]

Display resolution doesn't matter too much as long as the effective resolution (native/scale factor) isn't too low (preferably not less than 1280H), which shouldn't be an issue with a 17" screen. REW can scale fonts to suit:

 

[Tom899]

Thanks, appreciate the information. So, i need to decide how high a resolution i want on a 17” screen. Right now I have a 13” laptop with a 2560 x 1440 resolution. I think it’s a bit much for a small screen. I find having to raise the global font size by 200%, and some software doesn’t like it very much. Maybe with a 17” screen it wouldn’t be necessary. I think having the right ratio resolution for screen size and running at all native settings is best. I probably need to go to a store to experience the different resolution 17” laptops. I’m pleased that with REW it doesn’t matter. I think what matter's is what I’m comfortable with. I want to make sure the whole program fits on the screen and fonts are not too big or small In the native resolution.

 

[ddude003]

I have had very good experiences with Asus laptops and desksides as well as Apple MacBooks... If you plan on using your laptop to play music to a streamer or external DAC I would recommend SSD over a rotating disk for your local storage... Much faster and less noise...

 

[Tom899]

Thank you, yes just placed an order, it does have a 1TB M.2 SSD

 

[Tom899]

I have a question please?
I'm expecting the new Windows 11 laptop in a week or so. Before I install REW and UMIK mic for the first time. I imagine on a new system there are things I should change or turn off, especially with the internal sound settings? I guess I'm looking for a pre-install and list of things to do?
Or, just turn it on and go for it!?