Let me be real with you: most guides about this topic are outdated or just wrong. Here is what actually works in 2026.
How I compared them
Same tasks, same timeframe, same hardware. I ran each option for at least one full week before forming an opinion. Quick impressions are misleading — things that seem great on day 1 can become annoying by day 5, and vice versa.
The numbers
I hate vague advice. Here are actual numbers from my setup. Your setup will differ, but at least you have a reference point instead of someone saying “it depends” for the fifth time.
The verdict
There is no single best option. There is a best option for YOUR specific situation. I have tried to give you enough context to make that call yourself instead of just telling you what to pick.
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