Laptop. There are only so many of them. But which is the best laptop for you? Is it a business notebook, a powerful gaming laptop, or a Chromebook? We know the sheer number of options can be overwhelming, which is why we’ve made this list.

We’ve created this handy, dandy guide so you know all the ins and outs of your potential system before you decide to hit the buy button. From screen size advice to choosing between an SSD and HDD to insider information on where to find the best value on a laptop, here are some essential tips for finding the right system for you.

Over the course of a year, we review over 150 laptops, covering every price point and use case. Whether you’re looking for a productivity worker, a badass gaming system, or a multimedia machine to kick back and watch a movie or two, we can help you find your perfect match.

To make our best laptops on the 2022 list, the system needs to score at least 4 stars out of 5 in our reviews and deliver the things buyers care about most. In our evaluation, we focus on design and comfort, display quality, keyboard and touchpad, performance, battery life, and especially value.

Which are the best laptops right now?

The Dell XPS 13 is currently our top overall pick for best laptops of 2022. Powered by an 11th-generation Intel Core i7 processor and integrated Intel Iris XE graphics, the laptop’s 1080p version is ideal for work, games, and light content creation. And be sure to check out the OLED version with its bright, vivid display, the laptop is great for video watching, too. Plus, it’s incredibly thin and lightweight which makes it a perfect laptop for mobile professionals.

Those in the market for a convertible should give the Dell XPS 13 2-in-1 a look. If 13-inches is too small, we suggest the Dell XPS 17, which earned a spot on this list due to its powerful display, making it ideal for students, mobiles, and creative professionals.

For us Apple aficionados, the MacBook Pro and MacBook Air M1 laptops are new must-haves. Apple’s new silicon marks a new chapter in Apple computing and the computer as a whole. ARM-based chips bring an unprecedented amount of power and stamina, the choice of which puts the generally weak Air on par with major ultraportables.

And if you’re in the market for an extra-large Chromebook, check out our review of the Acer Chromebook 317, the world’s first 17-inch Chrome OS laptop.

Apple has just announced the MacBook Air with the M2 chip. It is coming with a complete redesign with slimmer bezels and an improved webcam. Not to be outdone, Microsoft has just announced the Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 2. Stay tuned for our upcoming reviews.

See our picks for the best laptops below.

1. Dell XPS 13 OLED (2021)

Free upgrade to Windows 11 when available. The disclaimer-upgrade rollout plan is being finalized and is scheduled to begin in late 2021 and continue through 2022. The specific time will vary by device.
Processor: 11th Generation Intel Core i5-1135G7 processor (8MB cache, up to 4.2 GHz), Memory and Storage: 8GB 3733MHz LPDDR4x Dual Channel | 512GB M.2 PCIe NVMe Solid State Drive
Graphics: Intel Iris XE Graphics with Shared Graphics Memory
Display: 13.4-inch FHD (1920 x 1200) Infinity Edge 500 nits display | 100% sRGB | 91.5% Screen to Body Ratio Eyesafe technology
Operating System: Windows 10 Home Plus Single Language | Microsoft Office Home and Student 2019
Design: CNC Machined Aluminum in Platinum Silver with Black Carbon Fiber Composite Palm Rest | 15 mm thin | laptop weight 1.27kg
Keyboard and battery: Backlit chiclet keyboard | 4-Cell Lithium-Ion Battery | 52 when | 15 hours battery life
I/O Ports: Two Thunderbolt 3 (USB Type-C) ports with Power Delivery | a microSD card slot | 1×3.5mm headphone/microphone combo jack
Other: Killer Wi-Fi 6 AX1650 (2×2) | Bluetooth 5.0 | Finger Print Reader | 1 Year Premium Support Plus | McAfee Live Safe 12-Month Subscription

2. Apple MacBook Pro (13-inch, M1)

Compatible with US keyboard layouts only: Latest generation 2022 MacBook Pro 13.3 inch with Apple M2 chip and 2021 2020 MacBook Pro 13 inch with Apple Silicon M1 processor (Model: A2338)
ATTENTION!!: NOT SUITABLE FOR: MacBook Pro 13-inch / 15-inch (2020 earlier). You can find the model number on the bottom of the laptop.
More protection for keyboard: Waterproof, dust-proof and dirt-proof design can prevent liquid, dust, cigarette ash, and biscuit crumbs from falling on your keyboard to affect the life of your keyboard.
Precise Keys: Each key is specially molded, and manufactured to the quality available. Flexible, this cover is easy to apply and remove for cleaning or disinfection.
0.13 mm/0.005 in Thickness: Ultra Thin TPU keyboard cover skin, making typing easier. Soft Keyboard Protector can weaken the voice while typing.

Size name: For Mac pro 13” M1

Colour: Clear

Brand	ProElife
Colour	Clear
Material	Silicone
Compatible Devices	2022 MacBook Pro 13.3″ with Apple M2 Chip, 2021 2020 MacBook Pro 13.3″ with Apple M1 Chip (A2338)

 

3. Acer Swift 3 (Late 2021)

Powerful Productivity: Optimized for pairing with 11th generation Intel Core processors, you get even more performance and new capabilities for gaming and better build from dedicated graphics in the convenience of a thin and light laptop. The 11th generation Intel Core i5-1135G7 processor delivers unmatched speed and intelligence, enabling impressive build, productivity, and gaming experiences. With Turbo Boost Technology, get up to 4.2GHz for your high-demand applications.
The very view: Immerse yourself in the entertainment of your choosing with the ultra-narrow bezel offering an 85.73% screen-to-body ratio. With 300 nits brightness and 100% sRGB, the 14″ FHD IPS non-glare display delivers consistently rich, bright, and unbreakable pictures
All-Metal Thin Body: The Swift 3’s all-metal sleek chassis weighs in at 1.2kg, measures 15.9mm at its best, and doesn’t forget the understandable effective lifting hinge, which helps keep your device cool in every way possible Is. Word.
Battery Life for the Real World: Battery life that has been intelligently optimized for running everyday programs. Spend less time at an outlet with Quick Charge. For serious dependability, the Swift 3 gives up to 18 hours of use after a full charge and 4 hours of use after just 30 minutes of charge. Get more dependability as the switched-off Swift 3 can charge external devices via its USB Type-A.
Thunderbolt 4 USB-C That Does It All! : One port can deliver it all at once: +4K video +data +USB 3.1 +Power +60Hz display with the easy-to-use cable that can be turned upside down or flipped, no wrong way to connect Not there. Windows Hello and Fingerprint Reader: Secure your laptop with Windows Hello biometric technology and fingerprint reader to verify user identity.

ALL DAY BATTERY LIFE – Longer than ever with up to 18 hours of battery life.
Powerful performance – Do everything from professional-quality editing to action-packed gaming with ease. Apple M1 chip with 8-core CPU delivers 3.5x faster performance while using less power than the previous generation.
SUPERFAST MEMORY – 8GB of integrated memory makes your entire system fast and responsive. As such it can support tasks such as memory-hogging multitab browsing and opening a huge graphic file quickly and easily.
Stunning Display – With the 13.3 inch/33.74 cm Retina display, pictures come alive with new levels of realism. Text is sharp and clear, and colors are more vibrant.
Why Mac – Easy to Learn. Easy to set up. astonishingly powerful. Intuitive. Perfectly packed with apps to use. Macs are designed to let you work, play, and create like never before.
Simple Compatible – Works with all your existing apps, including Adobe Creative Cloud, Microsoft 365, and Google Drive. Plus you can use your favorite iPhone and iPad apps directly on macOS. All in all, you’ll have access to the largest collection of apps for Mac ever. All are available on the App Store.
EASY TO LEARN – If you already have an iPhone, the MacBook Air feels familiar the moment you turn it on. And it works perfectly with all your Apple devices. Use your iPad to expand your Mac’s workspace, answer texts and phone calls directly on your Mac, and more.
Fanless Design – Your MacBook Air stays cool and runs quietly even when dealing with intense workloads.
AppleCare – Each Mac comes with a one-year limited warranty and up to 90 days of complimentary technical support. Get AppleCare+ to expand your coverage and reduce the stress and cost of unexpected repairs.
ECO-FRIENDLY – The MacBook Air is built with a 100% recycled aluminum enclosure and uses less energy for a smaller carbon footprint

5. Dell XPS 13 2-in-1

13.3″ touchscreen Infinity Edge Full HD (1920 x 1080) display, Intel UHD graphics
10th Generation Intel Core i5-10210U Processor, 8GB RAM, 256GB PCIe NVMe M.2 SSD
2x Thunderbolt 3, 1x USB-C 3.1, 1x microSD card reader with Power Delivery and DisplayPort
Backlit Keyboard, Fingerprint Reader, Stereo Speakers with MaxxAudio Pro
windows 10 pro 64 bit

6. Acer Chromebook Spin 713 (2021)

Intel Core i3-10110U Processor (2.1GHz-4.1GHz). Ultra-low-voltage platform. Quad-core, eight-way processing delivers maximum high-efficiency power to go. Intel UHD Graphics. On-processor graphics with shared video memory deliver everyday image quality for Internet use, basic photo editing, and casual gaming.
13.5-inch 2256×1504 touchscreen IPS display. The 2K VertiView boasts impressive colors and clarity. IPS technology for wide viewing angles.
4GB DDR4 Memory, 64GB eMMC Flash Memory. Enough high-bandwidth RAM to run multiple applications and browser tabs at once. This ultracompact memory system is ideal for mobile devices and applications, providing enhanced storage capacity, streamlined data management, quick boot-up times, and support for high-definition video playback.
Acer FineTip Backlit Keyboard, Multi-Gesture TouchPad, Bluetooth 5.0; Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201
USB 3.0; 2 x USB-C 3.1 (Supports DisplayPort Alt Mode), Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack, HDMI

7. Asus Zenbook 13 (UX325) OLED