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ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3 Review: Green With Envy

The ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3 is a powerful business prosumer laptop that, for about $2,100, also gives you 4K and the legendary ThinkPad keyboard. But what initially looks like a low markup on this computer starts to become a bit steeper when stacked up against other 10th Gen Intel-based competition, especially the HP Envy 15.

This ThinkPad’s still cheaper than certain other premium contenders like the Surface Book 3, but does it have similarly unique features to justify that price?

Design of the ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3

The ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3 maintains the ThinkPad style with an all-business look that nonetheless is thin and sleek enough to be appropriate for the home or on the go. A carbon fiber weave pattern (optional on 4K models) adorns the lid, while one of the corners plays home to an oversized glossy black and red ThinkPad X1 logo. In a nice touch, the red dot on the ThinkPad logo’s “i” also fades in and out when the laptop is in sleep mode.

The inside of the laptop keeps the same general motif, with a ThinkPad logo in the bottom-right corner and an otherwise no-nonsense look. The red TrackPoint that the brand associates itself with is of course at the keyboard’s center, but otherwise the most distinguishing design feature here is the hinge, which can bend far enough so that the screen is parallel to the keyboard.

The port selection here is also generous, keeping in line with the laptop’s utility-forward aesthetic. The left side is where you’ll find the charging port, as well as two Thunderbolt 3 ports, an HDMI 2.0 connection and a 3.5 mm combination headphone/microphone jack. The right side is where you’ll want to put your older accessories since it has the laptop’s 2 USB Type-A 3.2 Gen 1 connections. It also has a full-size SD card reader and a Kensington lock slot.

The ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3 is able to accommodate so many ports, partially because of its size. At 14.3 x 9.6 x 0.7 inches, it’s wider than most similarly sized laptops and not exactly thin. It does keep pace with other business prosumer laptops like the HP Envy 15, which is 14.1 x 9.3 x 0.7 inches large, but still finds itself beat by entries like the 13.6 x 9.1 x 0.7 inch Dell XPS 15 9500. Still, there are thicker laptops that have hit this category recently, like the 13.5 x 9.9 x 0.9 inch Microsoft Surface Book 3, though that does detach into a separate tablet.

Where this iteration of the ThinkPad X1 does excel is weight. At 4 pounds, it’s easily lighter than the 4.2-pound Surface Book 3, the 4.5-pound XPS 15 and the 4.7-pound Envy 15.

Productivity Performance on the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3

The ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3 has a Core i7-10850H Comet Lake processor as opposed to a more recent (and mobile-focused) Tiger Lake CPU. That’s understandable, since Tiger Lake doesn’t have an H series processor yet. But Comet Lake has been out long enough that competitors have had plenty of time to put out similarly powerful machines, so this ThinkPad is entering into a busy space.

Take the XPS 15 9500, which had an Intel Core i7-10750H when we reviewed it and options up to an i7-10875H. This laptop came out back in May, but is still plenty relevant. That’s also the case for the Microsoft Surface Book 3, which has plenty of convertibility options and uses an Intel Core i7-1065G7. The HP Envy 15, meanwhile, came out in August and has an Intel Core i7-10750H, but is much less expensive than the ThinkPad.

So how does the ThinkPad fit into the already well-developed 10th gen space? In our Geekbench benchmark, which tests general laptop performance, it scored 6,116 points, which is much higher than the Surface Book 3’s 3,831 points and just below the XPS 15 9500’s 6,174 points. It’s also still within spitting distance of the winner for this test; the Envy 15 scored 6,421 points.

The ThinkPad’s true performance starts to shine when you look at its file transfer and video editing speeds. The ThinkPad transferred 4.97 GB of files at a rate 1,615.7 MBps during our testing, which was almost double the speed of its nearest competitor. The closest is the Surface Book 3, which hit transfer speeds of 848.2 MBps, while the XPS 15 was stuck with a rate of 727 MBps and the Envy 15 with a rate of 650.6 MBps.

In video transcoding, the ThinkPad was also the fastest. It took 9:19 to transcode a 4K video to FHD using Handbrake, while the XPS 15 took 10:06 and the Envy 15 took 13:35. The Surface Book 3 lagged well behind, with a speed of 21:31.

We also put the ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3 through our typical Cinebench R20 stress test, which involves running the program on a loop 20 times. Here, the testing started out promising with an initial score of 1,630.5 before falling into more reasonable scores that were around the low 1,500s for the rest of the runs. This isn’t unusual, and the testing ended with an average score of 1,521.8. During these tests, the average CPU clock speed was 2.2 Ghz and the average CPU temperature was 62.3 degrees Celsius (144.1 degrees Fahrenheit).

Graphics Performance on the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3

The ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3 also packs an Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650 Ti Max-Q, which is enough power to let it moonlight in gaming if not dedicate itself to play. It’s also about on par with what we see from most of its competitors, with the XPS 15 sharing its GPU and the Surface Book 3 making a slight upgrade to a 1660 Ti Max-Q. The Envy 15’s RTX 2060 Max-Q does give it a slight edge, however.

At 1920 x 1080 on high settings, the ThinkPad outperformed all competitors in the Civilization VI benchmark with a score of 82 fps. The closest rival was the Envy 15 with 70 fps, followed by the Surface Book 3 with 63 fps and the XPS 15 with 48 fps. This might be due to the ThinkPad’s slightly more powerful CPU compared to its competitors.

The more graphically intensive Shadow of the Tomb Raider showed closer results in its benchmark at 1920 x 1080 and high settings, with the Envy 15 and Surface Book 3 still taking top scores but with a narrower margin. These laptops hit 49 fps and 42 fps respectively, while the ThinkPad came behind with 32 fps and the XPS 15 was once again arguably unplayable thanks to its 29 fps score.

I also personally played Overwatch on the ThinkPad for about a half-hour. Even on 4K and with the game’s highest “Epic” settings, my framerate maintained a solid 75 - 80 fps. The keyboard did become warm about halfway into the session, but not uncomfortably so.

Display on the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3

The ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3 has a 15.6 inch 4K multi-touch IPS display that’s plenty colorful but can run dimmer than competitors and can also suffer from poor viewing angles due to how glossy it is.

I tested the screen by watching the open source 4K film Tears of Steel on it, where I found that the image tended to become hard to follow at viewing angles beyond about 75 degrees. This was less because of the screen washing out and more due to the display’s reflective surface distracting me from the action. When viewing the picture straight-on, colors were vivid but blacks lacked depth, maybe because the screen didn’t become bright enough to help make the picture pop.

Our testing showed that the ThinkPad does indeed have a slightly darker screen than competitors, coming in with an average brightness of 338 nits. That’s plenty bright for most users, but falls short compared to other 4K prosumer laptops like the XPS 15 9500 (434 nits) and the Surface Book 3 (402 nits). Instead, it’s closer to the HP Envy 15 (329 nits).

As for color testing, the ThinkPad was in the middle of the pack, covering 96.1% of the DCI-P3 spectrum. That puts it about on par with the XPS (93.7%) and above the Surface Book 3 (71.2%), but below the Envy 15 (142%), which we tested with an OLED screen.

Keyboard and Touchpad on the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3

Keyboards tend to be a big draw for the ThinkPad brand, thanks to what usually feels like plenty of travel distance and comfortable concave keycaps that make typing easy on the fingers, and the ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3 is no exception here. On the 10fastfingers.com typing test, I tended to fall between 76 - 81 words per minute, which is on par with what I tend to earn on mechanical keyboards, and I barely made any typos as well. Keypresses felt distinct yet cushiony during my tests, and touch typing was easy as the distinct shape of the keycaps helped me keep track of my hand placement without having to look at the keyboard.

The precision trackpad had a little too much friction for my personal taste, but this tended to affect my comfort more than my input. Multi-touch gestures registered well, as did precise cursor movement. Friction became more of an issue with the touchscreen, where my fingers tended to stick to the surface rather than glide across it. Still, multi-touch worked without problems here as well.

As is standard for ThinkPads, the X1 Extreme Gen 3 also has the typical TrackPoint nub in the center of the keyboard. I tend to avoid this feature, as I didn’t grow up with the input method, but it responds to pressure well and can be used to make both precise mouse adjustments and sweeping mouse movements without needing to take your fingers off the keyboard.

Audio on the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3

The ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3 has bottom-firing speakers on either side that, in my testing, seemed to prioritize volume and treble over bass quality. I used the speakers to listen to Blackpink’s Lovesick Girls, which easily filled my whole 2-bedroom apartment when I put the speakers to max and even when I closed doors. Even at this high volume, the vocals never became tinny, nor did the song’s high notes.

That said, the song usually has a prevalent bass track that’s meant to mimic a heartbeat that was almost completely omitted by the ThinkPad’s speakers. It also has a few small drum sections that do sound tinny over the ThinkPad’s speakers, showing that the laptop’s ability with high notes doesn’t necessarily carry over to lower frequencies.

Upgradeability on the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3

The ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3 is about as friendly as a laptop can get when it comes to upgradeability. Simply loosen the 7 Phillips head screws on the bottom and then pry open the case with a tool like a spudger. Once inside, you’ll have access to the SSD and, since the RAM isn’t soldered in, you’ll also be able to access that. Plus, there’s a second SSD slot if you want to add in additional storage.

Battery Life on the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3

The ThinkPad x1 Extreme Gen 3’s battery is poor even for a system with discrete graphics and a 4K display, so you’ll probably want to leave it plugged in when you’re doing anything that isn’t moving it from place to place. In our battery benchmark, which consistently browses the web, streams video and runs OpenGL tests at 150 nits of brightness, the ThinkPad only ran for 2 hours and 19 minutes.

That’s well below the 5:30 battery life for the Envy 15, which is another computer we said “you’ll want to keep near a charger.” Meanwhile, the 8:01 battery life of the XPS 15 9500 and the 11:10 battery life of the Microsoft Surface Book 3 make the ThinkPad’s numbers look pretty sad.

Heat on the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3

The ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3 isn’t an ice-cold machine, but its temperature under strain is within expectations. We measured heat for the ThinkPad after 15 minutes of streaming video on YouTube, and found that its coolest point was the touchpad, with a more than comfortable 81.5 degrees Fahrenheit (27.5 degrees Celsius). The keyboard was much toastier at 97 degrees Fahrenheit (36.1 degrees Celsius), while most of the underside not far behind at 96.5 degrees (35.8 degrees Celsius).

The hottest point on the laptop was 103 degrees Fahrenheit (39.4 degrees Celsius) and was located on the underside, just above the laptop’s vents.

Webcam on the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3

ThinkPads are business notebooks, so you need a decent camera for the many video calls we're making these days. While the webcam is 720p, its color accuracy is true-to-life and there’s very little grain. The camera performs well in both normal and low light conditions. It’s not going to outpace your iPhone, but you won’t have to worry about looking washed out when video chatting with your coworkers.

It includes a physical webcam cover for those who are privacy-conscious. The ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3 webcam also comes equipped with an IR sensor for use with Windows Hello.

Software and Warranty on the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3

One of the key strengths to Lenovo’s computers is that they tend not to pack bloat, and while they do come with utility programs, most of them end up consolidated into one app. That’s the case with the ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3, which doesn’t feature any marketing material or niche pack-ins aside from Windows' usual offenders. It does, however, have a small but not overwhelming number of genuinely helpful programs.

You can find most of the ThinkPad’s utilities in the Lenovo Vantage program, which has features for running diagnostics, checking Wi-Fi network security, disabling the microphone and webcam, identifying serial numbers and more. Lenovo Pen Settings is where you’ll end up configuring any Lenovo pens you might buy - the laptop doesn’t come with one - while Lenovo Display Optimizer lets you change between picture modes optimized for movies, photos and mitigating blue light to help you sleep. The most egregious program here is probably “Glance by MiraMetrix,” which uses eye tracking to move the mouse cursor and even windows progRAMS.

The ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3 also has a one-year limited warranty.

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3 Configurations

Our ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3 review unit came with an Intel Core i7-10850H processor, a GeForce GTX 1650 Ti Max-Q, 32GB of DDR4 memory and a 1TB SSD all for $2,129.

If you want to add on just a touch more performance, you can also swap to an i9-10885H processor for what is currently $303 more after applying a sales discount. Other options include the ability to upgrade to 64GB of RAM for a post-discount price of $262, as well as add a second SSD or swap the display to OLED. The former will currently cost you up to $680 while the latter will currently add $107 to your price tag.

Alternately, if you want to save money, you can also swap the screen for an FHD display, lower your included RAM down to 8GB, drop your storage down to 256GB, and swap out the i7 CPU for an i5-10400H vPro processor. Making all these sacrifices will bring your costs down to $1,498.75 after the current sale discount, though at that point, you might as well go for Lenovo’s almost identical uncustomizable model that costs $1,405 and has an i7-10750H processor.

Bottom Line on the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3

The ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3 performs well when compared to its competition, but falls prey to a premium markup when you look at its features. It keeps up with computers like the XPS 15 and the Envy 15 on Geekbench, exceeds them on file transfer speeds and video editing and, depending on the program, can even beat the Envy 15 in some graphical performance tests despite having a weaker card. But the audio is OK at best, and the display isn't as impressive as the competition, which leaves using it feeling like a standard experience that you end up paying more for.

The XPS 15 9500, by comparison, is now selling for $2,508 if you choose similar specs to the ThinkPad configuration we reviewed. That’s a touch more expensive, but it will also upgrade you to the slightly more powerful i7-10875H processor. The Microsoft Surface Book 3, meanwhile, is $2,999 when decked out with similar specs to the ThinkPad config we reviewed. Both of these are more expensive than the ThinkPad, especially the Surface Book, but also have their own unique benefits. In the former’s case, we get a slightly more powerful CPU, while the latter comes with multiple levels of convertibility.

Which brings us to the HP Envy 15. The XPS and Surface Book aren’t clear winners over the ThinkPad, but the Envy 15 has an almost identical and sometimes stronger average use case experience for much less. This i7-10750H and RTX 2060 Max-Q equipped laptop does have 16GB less RAM and 512GB less storage than the ThinkPad, but it slightly beat the ThinkPad in all of our performance tests except file transfer speed, video transcoding and the FHD Civilization VI benchmark. Its AMOLED screen is also about as bright as the ThinkPad’s while being more colorful, and at just $1,499, it’s got a pretty hefty discount over the ThinkPad despite offering a similar and sometimes better experience.

This leaves the ThinkPad in a bizarre space where it at once feels premium but sometimes loses to supposedly lesser machines. And that's completely ignoring the ThinkPad's downright poor battery life. At first, laptops like the XPS 15 and Surface Book 3 leave it seeming like a good deal, but then contenders like the HP Envy 15 show that you can get a similar experience for much less.

And while the Surface Book 3 and arguably the XPS have unique factors justifying their premium price tags, the ThinkPad’s user experience is far more basic. It’s a good choice if you’re a ThinkPad fan, but if you’re OK trading in some memory and storage space for a better GPU and a far lower price, the HP Envy 15 is a more appealing buy.

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Cons Trackpad is simply too delicate at occasions Light on ports Ah, folio-style laptops. While some might discover them cumbersome to cope with, our reviewer actually appreciated this one. The HP Chromebook x2 11 is without doubt one of the greatest 2-in-1 laptops you should purchase. The pill’s aluminum chassis feels rugged and prefer it’ll final fairly some time. The removable keyboard took some getting used to, however ended up being nice for lengthy typing classes. The rear plate, which transforms right into a kickstand that holds up the pill, connects to the again of the pill through magnets. The reviewer discovered the connection to be each clear and powerful. As for the efficiency, it’s about what you’d anticipate out of a Chromebook. It’s zippy sufficient for on a regular basis duties like searching the online and so forth. Read our full HP Chromebook x2 11review Lenovo Yoga 9i 14 (2022) – Best convertible Pros Sturdy and glossy all-metal chassis Long battery life Impressive audio output Comfortable keyboard Cons 16:9 display screen feels cramped Included stylus is simply too skinny Undersized touchpad Limited ports all on left facet The Lenovo Yoga 9i is a improbable convertible. It has a beautiful design, a stunning OLED show, and nice sound high quality. Plus, the Twelfth-gen Intel processor actually boosts efficiency. According to our tester, the processor “packs four performance cores and eight efficiency cores.” That’s fairly a little bit of energy. The 74 watt-hour battery is kind of massive for a compact 2-in-1 as effectively. When we put the laptop computer by our battery take a look at, it died in about 12 hours. You can anticipate this laptop computer to final by the work day. There’s a few minor nitpicks to concentrate on, although. The 19:9 side ratio makes the display screen really feel a bit squished and the touchpad is smaller than we like. If you possibly can dwell with these small drawbacks, the Yoga 9i is effectively value contemplating. Read our full Lenovo Yoga 9i 14 (2022)review How we examined The PCWorld group places each Windows laptop computer by a collection of benchmarks that take a look at GPU and CPU efficiency, battery life, and so forth. The concept is to push the laptop computer to its limits after which evaluate it towards others we’ve examined. Chromebooks, then again, undergo a collection of web-based exams. It wouldn’t be honest or doable to run the identical sorts of exams on a Chromebook, as they’re Chrome OS-based machines. Below, you’ll discover a breakdown of every take a look at and the the reason why we run them. Windows laptops PCMark 10: PCMark 10 is how we decide how effectively the laptop computer handles lighter duties like internet searching, phrase processing, spreadsheets, and so forth.HandBrake: HandBrake is extra intensive than PCMark 10. It principally measures how lengthy a laptop computer’s CPU takes to encode a beefy 30GB file. Cinebench: Cinebench is a quick stress take a look at of the CPU cores. It does this by rendering a 2D scene over a brief time frame.3DMark: 3DMark checks if 3D efficiency stays constant over time by working graphic-intensive clips. Video rundown take a look at: To gauge battery life, we loop a 4K video utilizing Windows 10’s Movies & TV app till the laptop computer dies.Chromebooks

CrXPRT 2: The CrXPRT 2 benchmark exams a Chromebook’s battery life. Speedometer 2.0: This take a look at determines a Chromebook’s internet browser efficiency. It simulates this by including, finishing, and eradicating a to-do record.Basemark Web 3.0: This benchmark gauges how effectively a Chromebook can deal with web-based functions. Kraken 1.1: Kraken 1.1 is a JavaScript efficiency benchmark. Jetstream 2: Jetstream 2 is a mix of WebAssembly and JavaScript benchmarks. This is a option to gauge how effectively a Chromebook runs superior workloads.Laptop FAQ Ah, right here we're on the billion greenback query. Do you spring for a primary Chromebook or go for a Windows laptop computer with extra options? Well, it actually is dependent upon your private way of life and what you intend on utilizing your laptop computer for. For instance, Chromebooks are an awesome low value possibility for many who simply need the fundamentals. I exploit a Chromebook as my major work laptop computer, because it has all the pieces I would like for each modifying and writing. If you journey a bunch for work, it’s in all probability a good suggestion to put money into a laptop computer with strong battery life. If you’re nonetheless uncertain, don’t sweat it. I’ve put collectively an inventory of fast suggestions under. What sort of laptop computer ought to I get? The first query it is best to ask your self is what sort of laptop computer you’re on the lookout for. There’s conventional clamshells, 2-in-1’s, Chromebooks, and way more. The shows on convertible laptops (aka 2-in-1’s), for instance, can swing round 360 levels. This means that you can use the laptop computer like a pill. They can be propped up like a tent for viewing motion pictures or taking part in video calls. Chromebooks, then again, completely run Google’s web-focused Chrome OS and are typically used for on a regular basis duties. All you want is a Gmail account and increase, you’re in. There are execs and cons to every of them. Chromebooks are reasonably priced and customarily have good battery life whereas convertibles are usually light-weight and moveable. How a lot processing energy will I would like? If it’s CPU energy you’re on the lookout for, search for processors with larger numerical names. A Core i7 is extra suited to gaming and extra intense work than on a regular basis duties. Intel processors can be found in Core i3, Core i5, Core i7, and Core i9. The larger the quantity, the extra highly effective the CPU. If you don’t want a ton of energy, Intel Core i5 processors are your greatest guess, as they provide good efficiency at a good value. Basic workplace and internet work will get alongside simply nice on a Core i3. As for AMD choices, the Ryzen 3 is nice for primary productiveness and internet searching, whereas Ryzen 5 chips rival Intel’s Core i5 as strong all-arounders. If you want extra energy, the Ryzen 7 chip is effectively suited to content material creation like video modifying. Finally, in the event you’re coping with 4K video, spring for a Ryzen 9. What’s the distinction between discrete graphics and built-in graphics? You’ll need a discrete graphics card for hardcore gaming or modifying movies. It’s separate from the processor, so you possibly can anticipate larger efficiency out of it. Integrated graphics, then again, are connected to the CPU and makes use of much less energy in consequence. This is completely nice for on a regular basis duties, particularly in the event you’re not doing something that’s graphics-intensive. What about reminiscence? 8GB of RAM is zippy sufficient for basic use. If you’ve acquired a gaming laptop computer, 16GB of RAM is the way in which to go, and content material creators will need much more. How massive ought to my show be? If you’re a video editor or somebody who does quite a lot of multimedia work, you’ll need a show that’s wherever from 15- to 17-inches. The candy spot is absolutely wherever from 13- to 14-inches, although.

The greater the show, the heavier your laptop computer goes to be. A 13- or 14-inch show is the very best when it comes to portability and worth. How lengthy ought to my laptop computer final on a single cost? If you intend on taking your laptop computer wherever with you, goal for one thing that may final 10 to 12 hours on a single cost. That’s greater than a full work day, so it ought to theoretically get you thru lengthy flights or a day of courses. Obviously, extra is all the time higher. Just know that the larger the battery, the heavier the laptop computer. How a lot ought to I spend? The value actually is dependent upon your price range. If you’re strapped for money (been there, belief me), go for a Chromebook or an entry-level enterprise laptop computer. These laptops are good selections for college students or younger professionals. If you possibly can afford to spend extra, the flexibility of a 2-in-1 laptop computer is absolutely value it. What about connectivity? A big selection of ports is all the time a plus in my guide, because it eliminates the necessity for an adapter. I’d advocate a laptop computer that has each USB-C and USB-A. An HDMI port is nice, too. This is very helpful for while you need to hook as much as an exterior monitor. [ad_2] Source link

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Huawei Matebook X Pro audit: No longer only a MacBook clone Huawei's vital decisions improve this new PC much than the original.

Last year's Matebook X pushed Huawei advance into the PC advertise than it at any point had been previously. While it had a plan that enabled it to take on the appearance of a stylish ultrabook, it requested many bargains from clients. Its below average battery life and as well little memory, among different deficiencies, made the Matebook X less appealing than its glossy outside recommended.

Huawei focused in on the weaknesses of the Matebook X with its successor: the new Matebook X Pro. On paper, the new workstation shows up a long ways superior to the first: an eighth gen CPU, a 3K touchscreen, an expected 15-hour battery life, and even a discrete illustrations card.

Be that as it may, expanding the Matebook X Pro constrained Huawei to make a couple of penances. Gratefully, those penances don't dominate the first rate changes that make this gadget a more proficient PC than the first.

Look and feel

A considerable measure of MacBook impact stays in the Matebook X Pro's plan, yet Huawei appears to be more happy with putting its own particular turn on the second era of its leader ultrabook. The Matebook X Pro feels greater than Huawei's unique PC because of unobtrusive changes the organization made to its skeleton configuration, screen, and internals. Estimating 14.6mm thick at its largest point and weighing 2.8 pounds, the new workstation consumes up more room than its antecedent. While most OEMs live incredible the "thin and light" regulation, Huawei yielded millimeters and ounces to make space for an all the more effective CPU, two illustrations cards, and a more adaptable cluster of ports.

By and by, Huawei portrays the Matebook X Pro's plan as "unadulterated and imperceptible," and I'd say there's a strong contention for the previous instead of the last mentioned. The PC's immaculateness originates from its unobscured top and frame, with the cover just bearing Huawei's organization logo and the all-metal case scorched just by the precious stone cut edges following the diagram of the machine. Indeed, even the zone around the console is perfect, stamped just by thin speaker grilles embracing the left and right sides of the console and the mix unique mark peruser and control catch at the upper right corner.

The mammoth touchscreen on the Matebook X Pro adds to the immaculateness of its outline—while it's a 13-inch note pad, the 13.9-inch show with a 3:2 angle proportion influences it to feel like a bigger gadget. A minor 4.4mm of bezel encompasses a 3000×2000-pixel board, giving the gadget a 91-percent screen-to-body proportion. Indeed, even in the wake of seeing the Matebook X Pro at an instructions over a month back, my first response after opening our audit unit out of the blue was, "Amazing, that is a major show."

The nature of the touchscreen joined with the almost nonexistent bezels and its perspective proportion made the Matebook X Pro a strong gadget to use as my standard work workstation. Huawei additionally included an eye-comfort mode that channels out inordinate blue light to make it simpler to use for drawn out stretches of time, something I incredibly acknowledge as somebody who invests to an extreme degree an excessive amount of energy gazing at different sizes and sorts of screens.

Quad speakers with Dolby Atmos support and quad far-field mics live inside the Matebook X Pro, increasing the sound and voice-acknowledgment nature of the past note pad. Huawei likewise enhanced about each spec from the Matebook X—the new PC can have either a Core i5-8250U CPU or Core i7-8550U CPU; Intel UHD Graphics 620 and a discretionary 2GB Nvidia GeForce MX150 GPU; either 8GB or 16GB of RAM; and either a 256GB or 512GB PCIe SSD.

I'm most cheerful to see the single 4GB RAM alternative vanish, as it wasn't prepared to help the unavoidable requests put on the first Matebook X. It positively wouldn't have been sufficient memory to deal with the workloads conceivable with the Matebook X Pro's internals.

While the network condition on the Matebook X Pro stays moderate, Huawei made a few welcome changes: on the correct side is one USB Type-A port, a choice that was deficient in the first Matebook X and adds to the new workstation's expanded thickness; and on the left side lies an earphone jack, one USB Type-C port, and one Thunderbolt 3 port. Both Type-C ports bolster information exchange, charging, and docking with the MateDock 2.0, which accompanies each US display and has another USB Type-A port, USB Type-C port, a HDMI port, and a VGA port for additional network.

A few clients may miss the plan of the first Matebook X, however Huawei's bargains just make the new Matebook X Pro better. Its outline stays thin and light, regardless of whether it's not as wispy as it used to be, it's as yet thin and chic with a strong development that is unmarred by superfluous plan highlights. Above all, Huawei updated the specs to be what clients expect out of a lead ultrabook, and those new internals can just profit the Matebook X Pro when contrasted with gadgets like the new XPS 13 PC and the HP Specter 13.

Console, trackpad, and webcam

The Matebook X Pro's console stays more like Apple's MacBook than some other piece of the note pad. The full-sized, chiclet console was splendidly fine for me to use to write articles routinely, and the key travel is in reality more agreeable than that on my MacBook Pro. The Precision trackpad is additionally very agreeable and is neither too huge nor too little. A few PCs and convertibles haven't grasped the insane huge trackpad slant yet—while the Matebook X Pro's trackpad isn't as large as that on the MacBook Pro, it's greater and considerably less demanding to use than that of Samsung's Notebook 9 Pen, for instance.

The console doesn't offer any unexpected key arrangements, yet it includes one shock key: the camera catch that conceals the recessed webcam underneath it. Huawei shrank the best bezel over the show because of this new webcam position, organizing screen land over video visiting and other webcam employments. The organization likewise guarantees this gives clients more protection since the webcam is, as a matter of course, not watching you, and it'll never come up naturally.

There's likewise a little light by the camera that turns on when the camera is dynamic. The webcam actuates quickly—paying little mind to whether the camera flies up—when you open the default Windows Camera application. On the off chance that it's still inside the suspension, you'll just observe a dark, grainy nourish in the Camera application. Yet, the camera doesn't actuate in the event that you essentially press the camera catch to pop the focal point up. While there's dependably the possibility that programmers could see through the camera focal point when the light is off, the light is as yet a decent pointer to tell you when the camera is currently being utilized by a Windows application or program.

The webcam equipment appears to be dependable. It takes a firm press of the camera catch to constrain the webcam upward and a similarly intense press to push it withdraw into its home. Since the camera enter moves additionally down into the body than different keys, you should squeeze it down more than different keys keeping in mind the end goal to bring the webcam up. That implies it'll be hard to unintentionally trigger the webcam, yet that additionally implies you must be ponder when you close the webcam, as well. Shutting the cover of the Matebook X Pro pushes the camera key down yet not mightily enough to keep it bolted into the skeleton when you lift the top once more.

Be that as it may, likewise to the base bezel arrangement of the webcam on the Dell XPS 13, the Matebook X Pro's webcam position gives you the ultra-unflattering up-nose point. It's positively not the best for video visiting, and for a few, that is a sufficient explanation behind nixing the camera totally.

In any case, it's impossible that we'll see ultrabooks forsake the webcam at any point in the near future, even those that pick to put their webcams in badly arranged spots. There are a lot of business clients who require webcams for phone calls, so gadgets like the ThinkPad X1 Carbon will probably have webcams for a long time to come. I incline toward Lenovo's response to webcam protection too—the camera shade—since it enables you to obstruct the camera while keeping it in the best place for enlightened video visiting.

The camera key just enables a fundamental webcam to sit under the suspension, so the Matebook X Pro doesn't accompany an IR camera. The camera key would have must be significantly bigger to oblige a webcam and IR camera setup, and it's to some degree superfluous since Huawei incorporated the unique finger impression peruser on the gadget's energy catch. Some might be hindered by the absence of IR camera since it truly is the least demanding approach to sign in utilizing Windows Hello. Unique mark perusers sign you in rapidly, however you don't need to move your hand to sign in utilizing facial acknowledgment, and it's a disgrace that clients can't do that on the Matebook X Pro.

Programming

The Matebook X Pro doesn't convey much bloatware, put something aside for Huawei's PC Manager program, which is intended to examine the gadget's equipment and driver for issues and approaches to enhance general execution. You can run a thorough check, which checks both equipment and driver administration, or individual outputs on the off chance that you wish.

The "My Phone" segment of PC Manager permits Huawei cell phone clients to combine their gadget to the Matebook X Pro and offer data between the two and utilize the information availability from the cell phone as a portable hotspot for the workstation. This will be more helpful for European, Asian, and other non-US clients considering the US government's current crackdown on Huawei and other Chinese OEM gadgets sold in the US. By and by, it's an advantageous path for the individuals who claim in excess of one Huawei gadget to share photographs, records, and different documents to the Matebook X Pro in an uncomplicated way.

The "My Phone" highlight would be more helpful to all clients on the off chance that it wasn't just for Huawei-made gadgets. HP has its Orbit application, accessible for Android and iOS, that enables clients to share archives between their cell phone and HP workstation or convertible.

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11 Best Laptop Brands for 2017 with Top Rated Models & Reviews

[Updated November 2017] Choosing the best laptop brands is tough! With a wide variety of options flooding the gadget market, it often becomes challenging to know which is the best laptop brand and how to pick the top laptop brand model that’s going to meet your lifestyle and work needs.

Whether you are a professional or a student, smartphones and tablets may be easy for you to carry and surf the internet while on the go. However, when it comes to some dedicated working and use of memory intensive applications, a laptop becomes an essential part of your lifestyle and gadget collection. For this reason, we’ve decided to highlight the best rated laptop brands on the market to help you make the right decision for your needs.

Techiesense.com brings you our best laptop brands list that are currently on the market today. We’ve determined our ratings and rankings on the basis of laptop brand ranking, design, tech support, display and audio, configuration and most importantly, reviews from consumers. All the marketing and promotions in the world won’t make a difference if the end user experience isn’t top notch!

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So, if you are planning to buy yourself a laptop in the near future, check out the list of the best brands of laptops discussed in detail here to learn both the pluses and the minuses of each. In addition, some of the best laptop brands & specific models are also discussed making it even easier to find out which one is your favorite! So whether you are looking for the best Asus laptop or want to know if Lenovo laptops are good (and they are…), we’re covering it now:

Best Laptop Brands Review

If your budget is tight and you still want a new laptop, we’ve searched for some of the top rated models that our Best Laptop Brand contenders make that are affordable and hit under a $500 price point. These models are well reviewed, extremely popular and are solid performers that are worth considering.

Best Laptop Brands - Under 500RatingCheck PriceASUS Transformer 3 Mini4.7 Star RatingHP 14 inch Chromebook4.5 Star RatingAcer Aspire E 15 Inch Laptop- Amazon Best Seller4.3 Star RatingDell Inspiron Flagship 15.64.8 Star RatingSamsung Chromebook Plus Convertible4.6 Star RatingSamsung ATIV Book 9 12.2Inch4.7 Star Rating

Looking for the best laptops under 1000? These winners are top rated and reviewed models that will do just about anything that you need. And at the price point of under $1000, they are reasonably affordable and loaded with solid power and performance. In addition, some of the models listed also hit our Best Laptops Under 700 listings, making them an even better deal!

Best Laptop Brands - Under 1000RatingCheck PriceLenovo Yoga 710 14 Inch Touchscreen4.8 Star RatingLenovo ThinkPad Edge 15.64.5 Star RatingASUS ZenBook 34.5 Star RatingASUS PRO B9440 Business Laptop4.7 Star RatingDell Latitude Business Ultrabook4.6 Star RatingAcer Swift 5 Laptop (Under 700)4.6 Star RatingApple MacBook Air 13 inch4.8 Star RatingMSI GE62 Apache4.8 Star RatingMicrosoft Surface Pro 4 (under 700)4.7 Star Rating

RANK #1 – LENOVO Laptop Computers

Lenovo has been leading the top charts in laptop sales for a few years now. The company is one of the most reliable brands selling a huge range of notebooks at a wide range of price points, most of which are quite affordable.

However, this is not the only thing that makes this laptop reliable. The tech support of this brand is top notch and unsurpassed, and this gives it an edge over other popular brands.

The models offered by this brand are loved by many for their wide key spacing and curved key shape on keyboards, pleasant audio and visual effects along with a light weight and portable design.

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This is one of the thinnest and sleekest models currently available on the market. As the name suggests, the Lenovo Yoga 710 laptop is equipped with a hinge that allows it to lie flat on the surface or even bend into a tablet with stand or tent modes.

The lightweight gadget is certainly an entertainment powerhouse due to its Dolby Audio Premium as well as the eye-popping 4k high def touchscreen. It weighs in at barely 3lbs and is .56 inches thick making it extremely portable. Speedy processing and at least a 256 GB hard drive means it can work for you as well. Definitely worth checking out!

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Lenovo ThinkPad Edge 15.6″ Business: Best Laptop Under 700

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If you are in business and want a solid performer at a very affordable price, then the Lenovo ThinkPad Edge might be one to consider. Similar in looks to many other ThinkPad models with an upgrade to be the first Lenovo laptop from the series to have an IPS screen. The IPS screen should be a great helper not only for the traditional business tasks but also for color editing and photo manipulation.

This powerful workstation can be carried anywhere but it won’t be as light as some of the others with the size and build adding some weight. But at these prices, it’s on the best laptop brands list as a contender.

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5th Gen Lenovo Thinkpad X1 Carbon – Best Laptops Under 2000

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The latest in the ThinkPad line goes by the tagline “carbon-tough yet ultralight” and that about sums it up! This Lenovo ThinkPad X1 has a carbon-fiber reinforced chassis and is as solidly built as its predecessors. Weighing in at 2.49 lbs and only .62 inches thin, this isn’t one that will take up a lot of room or weigh you down!

Comes with more power than ever. Includes Windows 10 Pro, 7th generation Intel processors, lightning-fast Thunderbolt 3, and a 14″ Quad- HD display as well as 1 TB of storage, battery that can last up to 15.5 hours, Dolby audio premium + touch fingerprint reader.

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RANK #2 – ASUS Best Laptops

Quite close to the benchmark of Lenovo, ASUS is loved for its sleek design, amazing tech support and stylish, new innovations that are worth checking out. The brand has also consistently earned solid customer reviews and their support ranks pretty high as well.

ASUS has always been willing to take risks and explore various new features making it one that is associated with the production of unique models. And that decision has paid off in a big way with several award winning laptop models. In fact, we can’t even fit all the award winning laptops from ASUS in this post! (So, of course, that means we’ll be adding a detailed ASUS post in the near future.)

This is certainly a brand to consider if you are considering buying a hybrid or a new laptop. The keyboard is solid and audio visuals are great especially for the higher end models. When you invest in this laptop, you’re certain to be pleased with the results and quality.

Here are a few of the best ASUS laptops & models:

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ASUS ZenBook 3 – Best Laptops Under 1000

According to Digital Trends, the “ASUS ZenBook 3 is the super-slim laptop to beat”. And Computer magazine declares that “if you’re looking for the most mobile notebooks with uncompromised performance, the ZenBook 3 is the best choice”.

This ASUS ZenBook comes with 12.5″ Full HD Glossy Panel, Intel® Kaby Lake Core i7-7500U Dual-Core ,16GB Ram & a 512GB Hard Drive and large, responsive trackpad.

ASUS Transformer 3 Mini – Best Laptops Under 400

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ASUS is now a three time winner over the last few years with their repeated wins for Best 2-in-1 Notebook Brand – Reader’s Choice awards from HardwareZone.com.

This very versatile 2-in-1 comes complete with keyboard and pen, allowing you to use it as both a laptop and a tablet. Solid battery has proven to last with up to 11 hours of video play time. With the lightweight magnesium alloy body, the ASUS Transformer 3 Mini weighs in at less than 1.7 lbs with keyboard attached and only 0.6 inches thin.

ASUS PRO B9440 Business Laptop – Best Laptops Under 1000

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This award winning ASUS PRO business laptop is one of the world’s lightest 14 inch laptops currently on the market weighing in at approximately 2.3lbs and is only .58 inches in thickness.

When they talk of portable, this 14 inch display in its 13inch frame definitely meets the criteria. 10 hours of battery life means road warriors can power up with no worries and recharge from 0 to 50% within 30 minutes of charging. So if portability, performance and long lasting use is your criteria, check out the ASUS PRO model!

ASUS N550JV – Best Laptops Under 1000

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Typically a gaming gadget, this ASUS N550JV laptop is a good choice for those who are looking for an ideal gaming and multimedia laptop.

Well-equipped with 4th generation Intel Core i7 processor, beautiful 15 inch touch IPS screen, Nvidia graphics and quad-speakers, this laptop has an elegant aluminum design.

RANK #3 – Best Dell Laptops

Dell has been leading the charts for the past 2 years due to its improved tech support as well high review scores. The brand has, in recent years, been trailing a bit behind some of its closest competitors with its software and innovation. However, fans are loyol and appreciate the brand which has contributed to a good sales record.

Dell offers a wide variety of designs – from more flamboyant designs in some gaming models to classic notebook looks. Whether you are looking for the basic 14 inch notebook or a massive 18-inch, this brand has won the hearts of users with its high end performance and high quality experience.

The best Dell laptops offer a high quality typing experience and are ideally suitable for those who spend hours writing or coding. Alienware from DELL offers a wonderful gaming experience with light-up keyboards and a large touchpad.

Check out the Best Dell Laptops & Models:

Dell XPS 13 13.3″ Infinity Notebook – Best Laptops Under 1500

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The Dell XPS 13″ notebook has won more awards than any other computer or laptop in Dell’s history! It is one of the latest editions within the Dell XPS line and comes with impressive performance and a ton of raving reviews. This Dell computer was an Innovation Awards Honoree and was awarded Best Laptop by The Verge for the 2in1 model. It comes with top quality hardware and wonderful screen resolution.

With a touchscreen available on most models, the Nvidia Graphics card and Intel ‘s HD makes graphics a breeze. The silver case gives a sleek look and the Intel processor certainly boosts the over all performance of this laptop over some competitors.

There are a few different versions of this Dell 13 inch notebook, so make sure to choose the one that has the features & looks that you want & need!

– Check Out the Dell XPS 13 at Dell.com for the Latest Price & Discounts!

Alienware 17 Inch Laptop – Best Laptops Under 2500

Award Winning Gaming Laptop Alienware 17 inch from Dell: Check it out on Amazon for the latest price!

Meet another Dell award winner! The Alienware laptop, 17 inch model, was a CES 2017 Innovations Award Honoree, beating out some good competition! The new Alienware 17 with it’s stylish silver case is designed for consumers looking for an elite gaming notebook that gives large screen gaming capability in a laptop version. If you want high performance, and the ability to get caught up in whatever is on your screen – then this is your baby! And the answer to the never ending gamer question? Alienware upgraded the entire ventilation system which allows your system to stay cool under extreme graphics pressure from even the toughest of games.

The newest flagship computer from gaming company Alienware, it’s also VR-capable and includes support for optional Tobii eye-tracking technology. That opens up a new way to experience gaming and your PC.

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Dell XPS 15 – Best Laptop Under 1500

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Looking for the big sister of the Dell XPS laptop discussed above? Then meet Dell XPS in the 15inch model. It is aptly called one of Dell’s top machines as it delivers praise worthy performance and blazing productivity.

The 15″ display is a definite plus in my estimate and works well for those that enjoy larger screens. This Dell XPS 15 laptop comes in an attractive aluminum and carbon-fiber chassis. It’s also an amazing multimedia powerhouse with an Intel Core i7 processor and Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050 GPU and powerhouse speakers. Heavy duty gamers might want to look elsewhere but those at a lower level of gaming should be just fine. Don’t forget to note that there are 2 versions, one of which has a touch screen. So if that’s of interest to you in your laptop, this is a great option to consider. Ratings and reviews showcase this one as both popular and well built.

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Dell Latitude Business Ultrabook – Best Laptop Under 700

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For the business man or woman in you! This one is a complete professional’s laptop. The Dell Latitude Ultrabook comes loaded with a rugged build and the top of class performance is hard to beat. It is worth the money that you will spend. Sturdy construction is backed by a long lasting battery life, super fast solid state drive performance and a sleek, thin design. For road warriors that need a laptop that holds up, this is something to check out!

For those wanting a backlit keyboard, this isn’t one that you want to consider. Note that there are 2 versions, one with a touchscreen and one without. Obviously “with” means a price difference but these are some of the most affordable laptop options around and worth checking out! For the newer model of this Dell Latitude which fits our Best Laptops Under 1000, check out the new Dell Laptop Latitude here!

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RANK #4 – Best HP Laptop Computers

HP has earned its reputation throughout the years. This brand has always ranked well when it comes to laptop manufacturing. Users still appreciate HP laptop designs and keyboard comfort. While they only rank for average tech support, there is the plus that there are a ton of providers for support in most areas if you need it.

HP hadn’t really stood out from the pack but recently, they’ve come up with some interesting, new products that really stand out. When checking reviews and feedback, Hewlett Packard laptops are generally very well received and get high marks from customers.

Some of the best laptop models from HP include:

HP Elitebook x360 – Best Laptops Under 2000

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One of HP’s latest additions is the HP Elitebook x360. This hybrid laptop took honors this year with the “Best of CES 2017: Best Convertible Hybrid Laptop” award. HP calls it the “world’s thinnest and most secure business convertible” and no one seems to be arguing that point too hard!

With 360 degree flexibility, an aluminum unibody this 13.3 inch multi-touch screen can do most anything and weighs only 2.82lbs! Comes with 2 USB 3.0, USB Type-C, HDMI, and Micro SD ports.

HP Spectre x360 2-in-1 15.6 inches – Best Laptops Under 1500

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HP took a risk taking the much loved HP Spectre x360 and expanding it to a 15.6 inch model! However, it gets high marks with users, reviewers as well as from CES and other awards.

Coming in two gorgeous colors, ash silver or copper, the super thin HP Spectre weighs only 4.4 lbs for the 15.6 inch model. With up a 16 hour plus battery life, lightning fast 7th generation Intel Core Processors, up to 16GB of RAM plus NVIDIA GeForce 940MX graphics cards, what’s not to love?

Please note that there’s also the 13 inch HP Spectre x360 if you want the petite version of this 2-in-1 laptop to check out that also is highly rated and reviewed (price at the time we checked was around $700).

HP 14 inch Chromebook – Best Laptops Under 500

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With it’s very sleek metal chassis, USB C ports and solid display, we are impressed. While not the cheapest chromebook on the market, the features that it has justifies the additional costs.

This 14 inch screen Chromebook weighs only 3.74 lbs. Standard configuration includes 4 GB ram, 1.84 GHz processor, 16 GB hard drive and upgrades are available on some models. This HP Chromebook also comes in other colors for those that want a change of pace!

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RANK #5 – Best Acer Laptop Computers

Acer has been producing quite a variety of impressive laptops in various categories. Whether you’re looking for a sophisticated gaming laptop or a student Chromebook, Acer gives you numerous models to choose from.

Acer laptops are popular because they’re affordable. In addition, Acer support is known to be very good; it gains top support ratings for Windows based laptops in many areas and puts it in our best laptop brands rankings as well. A knowledgeable service team ensures you get timely responses to your questions through various channels.

In terms of innovation, Acer has strived to keep their standards high to ensure users always get enjoy up to date gear with all the latest and cool IT features. For gamers, Acer has already made a statement with a number of high quality gaming laptops which will be discussed below. This brand is, no doubt, one of the best for ultra portable laptops that come at an affordable price tag.

Some of the Best Acer Laptop Options:

Acer Aspire E 15 Inch Laptop – Best Laptops Under 400

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If best sellers is a criteria for you in your search for a laptop, then this Acer Aspire might be just what you are looking for. Last time we checked, this was the #1 bestselling laptop on Amazon! Now that’s saying something!

The Acer Aspire is a 15 inch laptop that is versatile and will perfectly meet your diverse daily needs. And the new Aspire E series is packed with numerous cool features. Superior performance features such as the Intel Core i3-7100U 7th generation processor, 4GB DDR4 memory and 12 hours of battery life are some of the latest features accompanying the Acer Aspire E Series. The beautiful aesthetic design is a super addition for those keen on owning a smooth and nice looking laptop. With 12 hour battery life, you get to enjoy uninterrupted high quality entertainment for about as long as you might want.

There is no doubt Aspire E series has been designed for technology lovers looking for cool multipurpose laptops packed with the latest features.

Check Out the Acer Aspire at Acer.com for Latest Pricing & Discounts!

Acer Predator 17 Inch Gaming Laptop – Best Laptops Under 1500

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When it comes to the Battle of the Gaming Laptops, this is another one of the contenders! If you love speed and you’re not willing to compromise, Acer Predator 17 has been designed specifically for you.

This powerful gaming notebook comes with a 7th Generation Intel Core processor accompanied by exceptional graphics supported by the new VR Ready NVIDIA Pascal architecture. With a 15.6 Inch Full HD display that uses NVIDIA G-SYNC technology, you can be assured of stellar graphics. Advanced audio capabilities and cooling effects enable this laptop to comfortably withstand intense and long gaming sessions. Predator FrostCore Technology ensures you have the necessary gaming technology infrastructure for endless fun.

You can enjoy endless sessions of games without having to worry about your laptop’s performance being compromised.

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Acer Swift 5 Laptop – Best Laptops Under 700

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Are you curious why this laptop was named the Acer Swift 5? It is known for its lightning speed and comes with an ultra slim design.

With exceptional power and portability features, you can travel anywhere with this amazing gadget. Designed for maximum productivity, you can do so much with the Acer Swift 5 laptop thanks to a powerful processor and super fast wireless connection facilities. You can easily identify this notebook just by it’s stylish aluminum chassis.

Despite the fact that this 14 inch model is designed for multimedia uses, you can also use it for solid work related activities. In addition, with up to 13 hours of battery life, you’re definitely going to remain connected for a longer period of time when on the run. If you’re wondering why this laptop is so fast; it has a 7th Generation Intel Core i5 processor and 8GB DDR4 memory and comes with 256 solid state drive. There is no doubt, Acer Swift 5 has been designed for users who value speed and productivity. Despite all these amazing features, this laptop is affordable and offers good value for your money.

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RANK #6 – APPLE

For many years, Apple has been considered the gold standard of the laptop marketplace. And for many end users, Apple has proven to be the best for laptop users because of its high quality and top notch technology.

There has been increasing competition in the marketplace and Apple’s rankings are not quite as high as they once were. However, based on the reviews of this brand, it still has incredibly impressive ratings, comments and a huge rabid fan following. The design, keyboards, display and audio are the favorites for users as well the distinctive software. Apple tech support is hard to comment upon as it’s pretty close to flawless!

Whether you are looking for a laptop for studying or working on projects with heavy software demands, Apple is definitely a good pick.

Check out some of the best models from Apple’s laptops:

Apple MacBook Air 13 inch: Best Laptops Under 1000

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An affordable price tag and nice specs has made this popular model a favorite choice for students and users with limited requirements. This MacBook Air model is such a best seller that it ranks 8th in Amazon’s best selling laptops!

With the latest in WiFi support as well as the estimate 12 hours of battery life, being on the road has never been easier. This MacBook comes with killer graphics and fifth-generation Intel Core i5 and i7 processors = all that power is enclosed within an incredibly thin 0.68-inch unibody that weighs only 2.96 pounds. So carrying this Apple laptop isn’t going to be a strain!

– Check Out the MacBook Air at MacMall.com for the Latest Pricing –

Apple MacBook Pro 15.4-inch Laptop with Touch Bar

Welcome the latest addition to the MacBook Pro family! This Apple laptop comes in both a 13 inch and a 15 inch model as well as in 2 colors – space gray and silver.

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Weighing in at only 4 lbs and with a sleek, thin design this latest addition to the MacBook Pro family is definitely turning heads. The touch bar is the hottest feature in this laptop – it totally eliminates the function keys! A superb battery life, 16 Gig memory, minimum of 256GB of SSD storage, awesome looking graphics – Radeon Pro 450 with 2GB of GDDR5 memory and automatic graphics switching that can be upgraded. Incredible keyboard and stunning looks are the major selling points that contribute to the listing of this laptop in our best laptop brand review.

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Rank #7 : MSI Laptops

MSI has been a leader and provider for other manufacturers in the world of gaming hardware and components. More recently, MSI has ventured into the competitive laptop market as a player and has been raking in some awards for impressive gaming machines. If you’re a PC gamer, this laptop manufacturer is one that you’ve probably heard of and is worth considering if you are looking for some of the best gaming laptops in the market (and the price point is high as well)!

A lot of precision has been put into the design and manufacture of MSI laptops to ensure they fully meet the needs of users. These extraordinary gaming laptops come with exclusive features to ensure gamers have a fun-filled experience. High performing processors are built with advanced technologies to deliver super performance. The nice look, sleek designs and feel are coupled with a captivating display that makes MSI every gamers’ dream laptop. And when you compare the features and power as well as the pricing of some of MSI’s models to other gaming laptops, well, they can look even better!

Three top MSI gaming laptops to check out:

MSI TITAN 17.3 Inch Gaming Laptop – Best Gaming Laptops

Looking for an award winning, top of the line gaming laptop? Then the MSI Titan 17 inch gaming laptop might be just what you need. This multi award winning laptop has garnered a ton of awards including top marks from Laptop magazine with these comments:

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“The excellent MSI GT83VR Titan SLI, complete with new Cherry MX speed switches and dual 1080 GPUs, is what happens to gaming laptops when money is no object.”

A hefty beast at 8.6 lbs, this MSI gaming laptop includes 2.7 GHz Intel Core i7 processor, 64 GB of Ram, 1024 GB Hybrid Drive and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 graphics. So if speed, performance, style and results are what you are after, then this top of the line and highly rated best MSI gaming laptop might just be the one to choose!

MSI GS60 Ghost Pro 15.6″ Gaming Laptop

If gaming is your main use of your computer, then the MSI Ghost gaming laptop is one to

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check out. With past awards from Laptop Magazine and TechRadar, the Ghost machine measure up! Compared to some models, this MSI laptop is reasonably priced and definitely worth considering.

Like most gaming computers, this 15.6 inch display one can be customized to meet your needs. However, standard configuration can include: Intel Core i7-6700HQ Quad Core Processor, 16 GB Ram DDR4 2133MHz, a minimum of 128GB SSD hard drive, Dynaudio Tech, slick NVIDIA Geforce GTX970M 3G GDDR5. Also note that the keyboard is a Thunderbolt – Steel Series that comes with a full-color backlight with Anti-Ghost key.

MSI GE72 Apache Pro-029 15.6 GAMING LAPTOP

If you’re looking for an insanely powerful laptop that will deliver amazing results, MSI GE72 Apache Pro is a great choice for you. With a 6th generation Intel Core i7-6700HQ Quad Core Processor and 16 GB RAM, this 15.6 inch laptop can comfortably support intensive memory use from gaming applications.

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This model comes with NVIDIA Geforce GTX970M 3G GDDR5 and a 15.6″ Full HD eDP Wide View Angle 1920×1080 screen which guarantees sharp and crystal clear images. Enhanced battery life, latest CPU architecture, DDR 4 memory support, virtual surround sound and a swift, accurate and powerful backlit keyboard are some of the great features.

With this laptop, be ready to showcase your gaming skills to the world!

Rank #9: Samsung Laptops

Samsung appears to be bringing on their “A” game in the laptop marketplace! They’ve made a lot of strides in innovation, focusing on creating highly innovative and creative products that are getting recognition from both end users as well as garnering several awards in the process. Even though this brand wasn’t considered a big player in the laptop industry before, the firm seems to have taken notice of the increasing demand for ultra modern, secure and smart looking laptops that improve productivity.

Aiming to be among the top and best for laptop users, Samsung has focused on features such as incorporating faster processors, touch display, enhanced security features, ergonomic design and longer battery life. The results have been impressive with Samsung laptops winning some top awards against heavy competition in the laptop categories.

Some of the best Samsung laptops to choose from:

Samsung Chromebook Plus Convertible Laptop – Best Laptops Under 500

This dazzler has been given more awards than it can count! A few of the Samsung Chromebook‘s awards include:

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Digital Trends Top Tech of CES awards

Wired’s Best of CES awards

BGR’s Best Laptops of CES awards

Gear Patrol’s Best Products from CES awards

This premium laptop looks like a laptop, it also can function as a 2-in-1 and maybe replace your tablet! The 360 degree rotating screen is slick and allows for the flip from laptop to tablet. It’s comes standard with a pen and is a full featured laptop. An laptop that measure 12.3 inches & 2.4 lbs, it comes with 4 GB of Ram and 32 GB Flash Memory Solid State hard drive. And for on the go use, the battery is clocked to run about 10 hours which is more than some of us some days!

Samsung Notebook 9 15 inch – Best Laptops Under 1500

This Samsung Notebook laptop line has been a series of increasingly better and more impressive laptops which makes it an easy contender in the best laptop reviews. The

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15-inch model has a powerful 6th generation Intel Core i7-6500U 2.5GHz processor and a 256GB Solid-State drive for faster processing. It also comes with a full HD display for crisp graphics and a highly interactive interface. Samsung Notebook 9 is famous for its sleek look, lightweight at 2.8 lbs and powerful processor that makes it worth every penny.

If you’re looking for a laptop with super multitasking capabilities and the best for laptop users in terms of features, this model has everything you need. An extended battery life of up to 12 hours ensures you remain connected for a long period of time.

If you prefer a smaller version of the Samsung Notebook 9, the Amazon Pick – Samsung Notebook 9 13 inch model is definitely worth checking out!

Samsung ATIV Book 9 12.2-Inch Laptop – Best Laptops Under 500

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Samsung ATIV Notebook 9 is a good choice not only because it has an excellent build quality, it also comes with numerous features. For starters, this 12.2 inch model is built with an Intel Core M 5Y31 processor. There are two options to choose from; you can either go for the 128GB SSD 4GB RAM or 256GB SSD 8GB RAM depending on your requirements. This model is famous for its sleek and lightweight design that makes it ideal for users keen to have a portable laptop.

With up to 12.5 hours of charge, you can both work and be entertained without being interrupted. In addition, the power saving mode allows an extra 1-hour of use allowing you to complete all your tasks before recharging. The WQXGA display ensures you enjoy high quality and natural looking images and videos. Overall, this is a great choice for users looking for a both work and play laptop.

RANK #10 – Microsoft Laptops

Microsoft is a new entrant in the best laptop brand competition; they haven’t been around for long in this arean. However, in the short period that they have been, this brand has quickly gained popularity getting impressive scores in manufacturing cool detachable gadgets and 2-in-1s.

Even though Microsoft has been slow to release new brands, those who’ve used the few available models & brands admit it’s not a bad choice. Whether you’re looking for a business or gaming laptop, you might want to check out a Microsoft laptop. Microsoft is known to have a good support site and solid systems to ensure you get to reap the benefits of using their laptops. Aside from being known for having the best detachable laptop, the Surface Pro 4, Microsoft laptops generally come standard equipped with powerful features. There is no doubt this brand ranks impressively in 2-in-1 innovation.

Check out Microsoft Laptops in Our Best Laptop Brands Review:

Microsoft Surface Pro 4 – Best Laptops Under 700

Surface Pro is no doubt the latest exciting series that’s coming out of Microsoft. If you’re looking for a powerful, sophisticated and beautiful laptop, this may well be your best bet. If you are in school or have kids in school, you might find that this is the brand and model that some schools are requiring kids to have.

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Surface Pro 4 has powerful features including an Intel Core i5 6th Generation processor to support all of your processing needs. In addition, this laptop is light so portability is not an issue. Instantly switching between an ultra-portable tablet to a full laptop, this laptop’s exceptional performance is a great selling point. It is cooler, quieter and runs efficiently. In addition, it comes with new features you’ll absolutely love. The advanced technologies packed in Surface Pro 4 are aimed to enhance your user experience and offer you full value for your money.

Microsoft Surface Book 13.5 Inch – Best Laptops Under 1500

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Microsoft Surface Book is a good choice if you are looking for a laptop that is productive and can serve you effectively everywhere you go. A bit more of a typical laptop design than the Surface Pro mentioned above, it’s been well received and weighs only 3.48 lbs. Standard configuration includes: 128 GB, 8 GB RAM, Intel Core i5 and 13.5 inch touchscreen.

In addition, it includes the Surface Pen that helps you to take notes or draw. Whether you want to browse, work or play games all day long, Microsoft Surface Book is definitely a good choice to consider.

Also Read : 9 Laptop Accessories that YOU Should Have

RANK #11 – TOSHIBA Laptops

A long time favorite is struggling in the very competitive personal computer space. The company finally made its way in the list of best laptop brands in 2015 and we’re leaving them on the list for the quality and durability of their products. Plus, they were a favorite brand of mine in years gone by and since I am writing this post, I’m keeping them here for the good memories and the hope of a revitalization in the future.

The brand earned great reviews in past years. Gaming laptops from Toshiba have earned the reputation of being some of the the most impressive displays in the marketplace over the years.

Toshiba’s current focus is on the professional and business market. The company is positioning itself to be a contender in that arena with the Toshiba Portégé and Tecra laptops. Based on past history, these are solid computers that will withstand just about anything that you can throw at them (or on them as the case might be….).

And, if you are in the market for a top notch, used laptop from one of the best laptop manufacturers, it’s worth checking out some of the other Toshiba models. Workhorses plus performance and some pretty good graphics at really awesome prices might make this a contender depending on your needs. If you are a student looking for a laptop, make sure to consider these options.

Here are the options for the best Toshiba laptops currently available:

Toshiba Tecra Laptops – Best Laptops Under 500

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The Toshiba Tecra is 14″ Windows Notebook that comes standard build with 8 GB RAM, a 500 GB HDD as well as Intel HD Graphics 520. This laptop earns an Amazon Choice rating because of it’s quality, reviews and affordability.

As solid performer that has earned the respect of many business people and road warriors, these are laptops that stand up to whatever you throw at them!

Satellite Laptops & 2-in-1 –

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The Toshiba Satellite line has historically been an extremely popular line for the company. The Toshiba Satellite Radius is considered a solid contender in the 2in1 market and with great screen quality, a ton of features that makes it beat out many other, more well known products. This is a 12.5 inch notebook with the greatest as well as the latest technology. You can add into that mix the really amazing, sleek looks. It has a comfortable keyboard and nice touch screen display well under $1000 (and some as low as 500), this model is a great deal for those looking for solid performance and features. It is also good for students and users keen on durable laptops.

Kirabook – Toshiba Laptops

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Offering a blend of lightness and the thinness of a MacBook Air and a display like that of a MacBook Pro, this superior Ultrabook brings the option of touch capability that Apple doesn’t offer. This premium notebook is indeed sexy with 7 hours battery life and 256GB SSD. They come in a 13 inch model and have an 8 gig of memory and 256 gig hard drive.

With these rankings, I am sure that you will be able to select the best brand of laptop depending on your needs, the purpose and, most of all, your budget. Remember, reviews play a key role and can guide you to make the best decision without having to spend a ton of time researching. And don’t forget to let us know which is your favorite from our Best Laptop Brands List as well! [Featured Image Source : Fokionas]

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– APPLE

Considered the best for almost 5 years now, Apple has proven to be the best for laptop users because of its high quality and gold class standard.

If you read the reviews of this brand, it’s not often that you see any negative statements against the prestigious Apple brand. The design, keyboard, display and audio are close to the heart of its users as well as its distinctive software. And the cherry on top is its flawless tech support.

Assuming that this brand is within your budget, this is one brand of laptops which can be good for almost every purpose, whether it is for studying or working on projects with heavy software demands.

Let us look at some of the best models from Apple’s laptop options:

Apple MacBook Air MJVE2LL/A 13-inch – Best Laptops Under 700

A small price cut as well as a small spec bump has made this recently upgraded model a rather best deal for students as well as users that are working within a certain budget.The multi-touch pad it offers is the top in laptop brands list. This model is an upgrade from the 2013 model and the performance is also an improved one.

The battery life of this model is one of the best USPs are available. We agree that this is one of the most universally well rated models that you can buy.

Apple MacBook Air MJVE2LL/A 13-inch Laptop

Brand & ModelApple MacBook Air ColorSilver Dimensions & Screen Size13.3 inches - 12.8 x 8.9 x 0.7 inches CPU/Ram1.6 GHz/4 GB DDR3 SDRAM Hard Drive128 GB SSD Avg. Battery Life12 hours Weight3 lbs Rating4.7/5

Apple MacBook Pro 15 w/ Retina Display: Best Laptops Under 700

A small price cut as well as a small spec bump has made this recently upgraded MacBook Air model a rather best deal for students as well as users that are working within a certain budget.The multi-touch pad it offers is the top in laptop brands list. This model is an upgrade from the 2013 model and the performance is also an improved one.

The battery life of this model is one of the best USPs are available. We agree that this is one of the most universally well rated models that you can buy.

Apple MacBook Pro MGXC2LL/A 15.4-Inch Laptop w/ Retina Display

Brand & ModelApple MacBook Pro MGXC2LL/A ColorSilver Dimensions & Screen Size9.7 x 14.1 x 0.7 inches - 15.4 in screen CPU/Ram2.5 GHz Intel Core i7/16 GB DDR3L Hard Drive512 GB SSD Avg. Battery Life Weight4.5 lbs Rating4.6/5

– LENOVO

Lenovo Yoga 3 Pro – Best Laptops Under 400

This is one of the thinnest and lightest notebooks in the market. This makes it convenient to carry even more than the 13 inch Mac Air from Apple.

This model is considered to be the next level of portable productivity. This 12.5 inch laptop is one of the reasons Lenovo is a part of the top laptop brands list. With its super touch design, battery saving and powerful 4th Generation Core Series Intel technology, the laptop allows you to go for touch screen options without it costing a fortune.

Lenovo Yoga 3 Pro

Brand & ModelLenovo Yoga 3 Pro ColorBlack Dimensions & Screen Size 0.2 x 9.7 x 7 inches - 10.1 inch screen CPU/Ram1.4 GHz Atom Z8500 /2 GB SDRAM Hard Drive32 GB Avg. Battery Life18 hours Weight32 GB Rating4/5

Lenovo ThinkPad W – Best Laptops Under 500

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If you are in business and do not want to compromise on your working schedule or productivity, you must buy this high end model by Lenovo. It comes with a powerful quad Core i7 processor and is suitable for 3D and CAD applications.

This strong workstation is ready to be carried anywhere if you add a keyboard and a low light webcam.

Lenovo ThinkPad W Laptop

Brand & ModelLenovo ThinkPad W Laptop ColorBlack Dimensions & Screen Size19.3 x 4.7 x 13.3 inches/15.6 FHD (1920 x 1080) LED Backlit Anti-Glare Display CPU/Ram2.6 GHz Intel Core i7 / 4 GB DDR3 Hard Drive750 GB Avg. Battery Life Weight8.8 lbs. Rating4.0/5

– ASUS

Here are a few of the best models in ASUS laptops:

Transformer Book TX300

This is a solid notebook and powerful tablet in one comes with a gorgeous 13.3 inch screen and Intel core i7, 128 GB SSD and 4GB RAM. This is the best out of all Window 8 laptop tablet hybrids around if you discount its lower battery life

-Transformer Book TX300 – No Longer Available-

– HP

HP has earned its reputation and users have always loved their designs and keyboard comfort. With an average tech support, this brand is the one you can trust anyways due to a huge number of after service providers available for HP laptops.

HP ZBook 15: Best Laptops Under 500 (& up based on upgrades)

HP Zbook 15 inch laptops: Check it out on Amazon for the latest price!

This is a HP ZBook 15.6 inch workstation designed to take care of your most demanding tasks. Suitable for all types of purposes, whether for work or study, this is indeed a powerhouse with Intel 2.7GHz Core i7 Haswell processor, thunderbolt port for high speed data transfer and 16GB of RAM.

There are several configurations of this laptops available as well as several models over the last couple of years, hence the reason for the fluctuation in prices! Remember, just because it’s an older model doesn’t mean that it won’t be a perfect performer for you and with savings of hundreds of dollars!

HP ZBook 15

Brand & ModelHP ZBook 15 ColorBlack Dimensions & Screen Size15 x 10.1 x 1.4 in/15.6" FHD UWVA LED Backlit Display CPU/Ram2.7 GHz/8 GB DDR3 SDRAM Hard Drive256 GB Avg. Battery Life Weight6.46lbs Rating3.7/5

HP Stream 14 – Best Laptops Under 400

This recently launched low-cost 14 inch Windows 10 laptop is ideal to buy if you are looking for something inexpensive yet equipped with all the latest features.

This HP Stream 14 inch is powered by Intel Celeron N3060 Core up to 2.48GHz processor, 4GB RAM, 32GB SSD, Bluetooth and a solid Webcam

HP Stream 14

Brand & ModelHP Stream 14 ColorPink, Blue & more Dimensions & Screen Size13.6 x 9.51 x 0.94 in/ 14.0-inch diagonal CPU/Ram1.8 GHz AMD/4GB Hard Drive32GB Operating SystemWindows 10 Weight3.86 lbs Rating4.5/5

– DELL

This is one top notch brand that offers high quality typing experience and ideally suitable for those who Spend hours of writing or coding. And don’t forget, Alienware from DELL offers wonderful gaming experience with light-up keyboards and large touchpad.

Dell Chromebook 11 (11.6-inch) – Best Laptops Under 250

For all those looking for a budget deal and love Dell, nothing can surpass this Dell Chromebook 11 which is an excellent choice to make. And at a price for a laptop under $250, it’s really hard to beat!

The major USP of this model is its battery life which is 14 hours and this is the reason it is ideal for professionals and people for all day usage.

Dell Chromebook 11

Brand & ModelDell Chromebook 11 ColorBlack Dimensions & Screen Size16.3 x 11.2 x 3 in/11.6” Anti-Glare HD LCD CPU/Ram2.1 GHz Intel/4 GB DDR3 SDRAM Hard Drive 16 GB Operating SystemChrome Weight2.7 lbs Rating4.3/5

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Dell Latitude 7440

This one is tough enough and durable in turn due to its Gorilla glass touch screen, carbon-fiber backed display and Tri-metal chassis. This is purely a business laptop with attractive design and look.

This 14 inch machine offers soft touch deck to keep the wrists comfortable while typing. This model is impressive on the inside as well with its fast Core i5 processor and full HD display.

-Dell Lattitude – No Longer Available-

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*These are ranked in the 2015 and 2016 order of laptop brand rankings, there were some additions and changes in 2017.

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