Laptops are a highly personal choice, and which one you choose will depend on what you intend to make it do. If you’re looking to buy a new laptop this year, it can be overwhelming knowing where to look and what specs to look out for. After all, you don’t necessarily have the time (or the patience) to read the thousands of laptop reviews that are out there. That’s why we’ve done that for you. Check out this list of the five best laptops you can buy this year.
MacBook Pro
The 16-inch MacBook Pro packs a punch. This laptop is as powerful as some desktops out there, but it’s also portable. You won’t regret spending money on this machine, especially if you use it for work that requires intensive processing, such as running high-end applications or recording a lot of HD video. The battery life is extraordinary — you’ll be hard-pressed to find better life out there on any laptop or notebook on the market today.
HP Spectre x360 14
The Spectre x360 14 is a handsome all-rounder. It’s not just a pretty face: it can also handle your daily workload, thanks to the snappy performance of Intel’s latest 11th Gen processors and Iris Xe integrated graphics. And it’s got an average of 10 hours of battery life — one of the best results we’ve ever seen. Purchasing the Spectre x360 14 means paying a premium, but in many ways, it’s worthy of that expense. It’s proof that you get what you pay for.
Asus ROG Zephyrus G15
The Zephyrus G15 is one of the lightest 15-inch gaming notebooks, at just over four pounds. But it doesn’t compromise performance for that portability. The system backs up its brightest and sharpest QHD display with the latest AMD and Nvidia graphics cards. It can handle even the toughest AAA titles at QHD resolution.
Asus Chromebook Flip CX5
Asus is banking on its CX5 Chromebook, which it’s selling for $800, to set Chrome OS up for long-term success as a serious threat to Windows. Its gorgeous aluminum chassis, speedy performance, and unique texture make it an appealing choice for anyone who needs reliable use out of their laptop.
LG Gram 17
If you’ve ever picked up a traditional 17-inch laptop, you know that it’s always heavy. But the LG Gram17 is light. It has a big screen but weighs three pounds. The device is surprisingly light and has amazing battery life, spanning over 12 hours. It also has some of the best keyboard and port selection you can find on a laptop, plus it’s really quiet and fast.
