These kind of performance tests can identify any underlying issues with a laptop’s heat dissipation and thermal throttling, which occurs when a CPU slows down to prevent damage to the components, even if you don’t intend to use your laptop for gaming.
The Dell XPS 15
Dell’s flagship notebook, the XPS 15, blends high-end specs with a stylish design. It’s one of the best Windows ultrabooks for productivity, thanks to its 13th-generation Intel CPU, brilliant and clear OLED display, and a substantial 16GB of memory in the base model.
The ZenBook Pro 14 OLED from Asus
The ZenBook pro 14 OLED seems reassuringly solid despite its tiny appearance. With enough of key travel, the keyboard provides a comfortable typing experience. Because Asus like being quirky, this laptop is unique in that it has a trackpad with an iPod-style rotary dial that can be customized to manage the application you’re using.
Dell XPS 13 (2024)
This Windows laptop series has never been better than the most recent Dell XPS 13. Its battery life and efficiency are greatly increased by switching to a Snapdragon X Elite chip; its initial setup of 16GB of RAM, 512GB SSD, and 1920 x 1200 display is incredibly affordable; and our benchmarking tests rank it among the best in this category.
The MSI Prestige 14 evo
A thin, light chassis that feels solid to the touch is used in the well-designed device. Although we did not feel the need to try rolling our test unit in a tank, MSI boasts that the Prestige 14 evo has “military-grade” durability. The laptop feels like it could withstand some bumps. With ample of movement in the keystrokes, the keyboard is especially enjoyable to use all day. However, MSI has made the inexplicable decision to jam the “page up” and “page down” keys into a small area near the arrow keys.
Lenovo Yoga Slim 7
The Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 is the company’s best ultrabook to date. Lenovo has been quietly manufacturing high-quality laptops and tablets at reasonable rates for years. With the newest CPUs from AMD and Intel, this year’s model has been updated and is a fantastic choice for those that prioritize productivity and are concerned about mobility and battery life.
Surface laptop from Microsoft
With routine tasks like web browsing, creative work, and entertainment, the vast majority of users will experience genuinely amazing battery life and supercharged performance. However, if you use your laptop for gaming or are running older, uncommon software, you may notice a drag on battery and performance, or even crashes, as the laptop works overtime to emulate the older x64 framework.
MacBook Pro M3 by Apple
For specialized users, creatives, and editors who require the maximum amount of processing power, Apple’s high-end laptop remains the preferred device. With the help of Apple’s most recent proprietary M3 chip, the MacBook Pro is capable of handling tasks that would make its thinner cousin cringe. Similar to the MacBook Air, the trackpad is large and snappy, the keyboard is comfy, and the power button features an integrated fingerprint sensor.