Performance Comparison: Intel Core i7 Laptops vs. Other CPU Options in Capture One

Hello Capture One Community,

I'm currently in the process of selecting a new laptop for my photo editing and post-processing tasks, and I'm curious about the performance differences between Intel Core i7 laptops and other CPU options when using Capture One. I would greatly appreciate hearing from anyone who has experience with this comparison.

Here are some specific questions to guide our discussion:

Performance: Have you noticed any significant performance differences between Intel Core i7 laptops and laptops with other CPU options (such as AMD Ryzen or Intel Core i5/i9) when running Capture One for photo editing and post-processing tasks?

Speed and Responsiveness: How does the speed and responsiveness of Intel Core i7 laptops compare to other CPU options when performing common tasks in Capture One, such as importing, editing, applying adjustments, and exporting images?

Long-term Performance: Have you observed any differences in long-term performance and stability between Intel Core i7 laptops and other CPU options when using Capture One regularly over an extended period?

Battery Life: How does the battery life of Intel Core i7 laptops compare to other CPU options when running Capture One for prolonged editing sessions? Are there any significant differences in power efficiency?

Recommendations: Based on your experiences, would you recommend an Intel Core i7 laptop over other CPU options for running Capture One? What factors influenced your decision?

Your insights and experiences would be immensely valuable in helping me and others in the community make informed decisions when selecting a laptop for photo editing and post-processing with Capture One.

Looking forward to hearing your thoughts and comparisons!