Demystifying tech specs: Choosing the right processor, RAM, and storage for your smartphone

The smartphone market today is flooded with options, making it difficult to choose the best one that meets all your needs, as per your budget. It is therefore necessary to check all these devices’ specifications well before purchasing them, to make sure you get the best fit for your budget and at the same time, don’t have to compromise on performance. Here’s just which specifications they are and what they mean.

Understanding processors

A processor is the main component that determines your phone’s performance. Every single thing you do on your phone, from opening an app, to browsing the internet, to watching a movie or playing a game, is using the processor. The more powerful the processor, the less likely it is that your   will do these things slow or freeze. The processor has modules which support the various hardware and software functionalities on a phone. This includes everything from display, the camera, Wi-Fi, graphics, and more.

Of course, the golden principle is to select the best possible choice. On one hand, going for a higher-end processor means spending more on the phone. However, it is a good idea to not skimp on this, to ensure ease of use. If you’re looking for a budget option though, consider bringing home an   or Vivo mobile, which provide for great performance without breaking the bank.

Intel CPU

Understanding RAM & storage

Just speed is not sufficient, A phone should also be able to store all your data efficiently and retrieve it when needed. This is where RAM and storage come in. These factors greatly affect the performance of a phone. Random Access Memory (RAM) is one of the most significant pieces of hardware in all smartphones, desktops or even laptops. RAM is what decides how many tasks you can perform on your phone simultaneously, and how fast you can switch between them.

Memory storage, on the other hand, refers to the amount of data your phone can store at any given point. This includes your apps, contacts, music, photos and anything else. RAM is the way the most current data of yours always stays accessible, but everything else remains in your storage.

Making an informed decision

With this information, it is time to now make a wise decision. First, think about your budget, make a list of the features you think are most important to you, and then make a list of the best phones you have found. That’s all there is to it! Happy shopping!

Disha Verma is a Mass Media student from International School of Business & Media (ISBM). She lives in Maharastra, India and loves to write articles about Internet & Social Media. When she is not writing, you can find her hanging out with friends in the coffee shop downstreet or reading novels in the society park.