If you’re tired of lugging around your laptop and tablet everywhere you go — or admiring your buddy’s new tablet — you may be wondering: Can a tablet PC simply replace your laptop?

The short answer: It depends. There’s no doubt that tablets are lighter and have a longer battery life than most laptops. On the other hand, tablets can tie the hands of power users who need to get more demanding work — like creating content — done on the go.

To figure out what’s right for you, here’s what to consider before you buy a tablet or leave your laptop behind for good.