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Along with the development of microelectronics and, as a result, a substantial increase in the power of portable laptops, a special class of machines was born, intended for gamers. For leadership in this industry, a serious competition between famous world manufacturers immediately flared up. All these notebooks have design features due to their intended use for gaming. First of all, they are not sharpened for routine office work or watching movies, for which an average chipset and a not particularly powerful memory card are enough. Modern games capable of creating on-screen reality require the most advanced hardware solutions. Of course, this affects the cost of laptops, automatically transferring them to the higher price segment, which is clearly observed in the presented products.
Dell Inspiron Gaming 15 7000 Laptop
Striving to create powerful, playful, but at the same time relatively affordable laptop, Dell was forced to make a well-known compromise between quality and cost of individual components.
- Appearance. Aggressive combination of black and red and special design of the case give it a special style and emphasize functionality. Perhaps the designers managed to combine the elements of workstations and gaming laptops in one design. Massive metal speaker grilles on the front, and cooling fans on the rear emphasize its purpose. One reviewer who was able to test a pre-production model of this laptop noted that such a design would hardly look organic on an office desk, but would cause clear approval from gamers. The dimensions of the Dell Inspiron 15 7000 Gaming model are 383x265x25.3 mm, and the weight is 2.7 kg. This is clearly more ultra-light netbooks, but less than many of the competition.
- Display IPS with a diagonal of 15.6 inches boasts a resolution of 3840x2160. Its coating is glossy. Unlike a desktop, a laptop practically does not lend itself to modernization, which is why designers must clearly calculate all the parameters of its nodes. In this case, we have to admit that the use of a TN matrix of not the highest quality (apparently, due to the desire to save on cost) significantly worsened the image parameters. It is clearly dominated by blue tones, sharpness drops when viewing the screen from an angle, and the colors themselves in photos and videos do not look bright enough. Of course, one could argue that the main purpose of the machine is gaming, but even here it was necessary to adjust the tilt of the screen in order to get an acceptable image quality. If you compare the contrast ratio of the display of the Dell Inspiron 15 Gaming with the display of a smartphone, then it will be about ten times narrower. Although, we repeat, the main purpose of a laptop is still games. Additionally, there is the possibility of touch input.
- Laptop keyboard made with backlit keys in the traditional red color for this model. One can argue about the quality of its execution and assembly, but the key travel is smooth, the presses are fixed well. The same can be said for the touchpad. He responds clearly to any gesture. The brightness of the keyboard backlight is adjustable until it is completely turned off.
- Performance- this is obvious strong point laptop. Application of the seventh generation mobile quad-core 64-bit processor Intel Core The i5-7300HQ, clocked at 2500MHz with intelligent cache, ensures superior system performance even with an external monitor and up to 10 applications running concurrently. This solution, combined with the budget Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050 Ti graphics card, allowed for system performance comparable to much more expensive competitors. Undoubtedly, the use of a 256 GB SSD drive in the laptop was a strong decision, which added speed to it when processing large files.
- Interfaces. Many laptops today exhibit USB Type-C (USB-3) ports. However, the designers of Dell Inspiron 15 Gaming chose to ignore this trend. Onboard computer 3 standard USB connector Type-A, Ethernet port, SD card slot, mobile port and HDMI 2.0 port. All this is distributed on both sides of the laptop.
- Autonomy of work. In all gaming tests, the laptop showed the time autonomous work from 4 to 5 hours. If you run it only in office applications, the battery will last for about six hours. To increase this value, you can turn off the keyboard backlight and lower the brightness of the display. The capacity of the Li-Ion battery is 6660 mAh.
- Advantages and disadvantages. The laptop has a normal price for its class, good gaming design, good battery life, high speed of the system. Among the minuses, we note an unimportant monitor with narrow viewing angles, poor color gamut, and low screen contrast.
The price of Dell Inspiron 15 7000 Gaming in Russia is 56,500 rubles.
Asus ROG GL502VT Laptop
The model in question has higher parameters, but the user will have to fork out pretty much to purchase the next creation from Asus. Note that its designers have finally succeeded in the almost impossible - to place it in a relatively compact and slim body a powerful system equipped with a high performance graphics card.
- Appearance. In this product, the manufacturer has continued and developed the tradition used in earlier gaming laptops. All of them were decorated with a dark red corporate logo, only here it is brighter and orange in color. Some reviewers have even noted that this color is used to paint road safety cones and gives the Asus GL502 a deliberately cartoonish look. The build quality and materials used to make the laptop case are rated above average. Thin polished aluminum on the back of the screen and the plastic bottom of the computer, although they bend with serious effort, nothing sticks or creaks in them. The dimensions of the model are 390x266x23.5 mm, and the weight is 2.2 kg without the power adapter.
- Display. The laptop uses a proprietary Samsung semi-matt display, made according to IPS technology, ID, which practically guarantees its high performance. The main parameters of the monitor: size 15.6 inches, resolution 1920x1080 pixels at 141 dpi. The aspect ratio is 16: 9. The picture is clear with no traces of graininess. Even at close range, a bright white image is observed. It should be noted that this matrix is widely used in the products of many companies. The brightness and contrast in the tested computer were respectively 300 cd / m2 and 900: 1, which is quite comparable to the display parameters of high-end gaming notebooks. Test measurements show a very wide coverage of the sRGB color space of the display. this computer- more than 98% versus 80 and even 60% in products where cheap panels are used. High screen settings, as a rule, are found only on workstations and laptops of the upper segment for professional processing video. Using the monitor calibration utility allows you to shift its color temperature to a warmer area, which will certainly have a positive effect on image quality, although this setting may seem insignificant to many gamers. Readability in bright light is average and should be avoided using the notebook in direct sunlight. the image instantly fades.
- Keyboard. This model has a built-in backlit keyboard with medium key travel. It's nice with them, the soft-touch coating plays an important role here. The keys most commonly used to control games: D, S, A, and W, are highlighted in bright orange. The touchpad is average and not very accurate.
- Performance. The user has two options for configuring the system. The first is more productive - with a mobile quad-core processor Core i7-6700HQ and graphics card The GeForce GTX 970M has 6GB of high-end GDDR5 video memory. For users with less demanding requirements, a configuration is available with a 4-core Core i5-6300HQ processor without multitasking and graphics support. GTX card 970M with 3GB VRAM on board. This option will cost about $ 200 less. There is a size expansion slot in the motherboard random access memory, which theoretically will allow you to bring it up to 24 GB. A characteristic feature of the laptop in question is that the processor chips and graphics system soldered into motherboard... System performance tests showed high parameters, which are quite sufficient for performing gaming tasks on a gaming laptop.
- Interfaces. It's nice to note that the Asus GL502VT has two USB port 3.0 and one USB Type-C Gen.2, which allows data transfer at speeds up to 10 Gb / s. The ports are tightly located on the sides of the laptop, which can cause known difficulties when connecting multiple devices to them at once. Using the module to connect to wireless networks Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8260 M.2 theoretically provides data transfer rates in excess of 800 Mbps. It also supports Bluetooth 4.2 and WiDi data transmission standards.
- Autonomy of work. Let's face it, this parameter is not very impressive - only about 3 hours in the Guardians of the Galaxy game with an average screen brightness level. For mixed use (games, office programs+ Internet surfing) we get 3-4 hours of battery life. Battery capacity - 4240 mAh. The power of the external power adapter is 180 W.
- Advantages and disadvantages. The notebook offers the ideal balance between performance and portability. It has an amazingly high-quality display and a high-performance system. We are glad to have a USB 3.0 interface. Highly good quality sound playback. But the short battery life is attributed to shortcomings.
The price of the Asus ROG GL502 VT in Russia is $ 1600 (approximately 110 thousand rubles). See the video review below:
Samsung Notebook 9
If it is possible to apply the term "High Art" to Samsung products, then we have just such a case. Despite fierce competition in the ultrabook segment, the South Korean manufacturer manages to retain the final say. All this applies not only to the appearance of the gadget, but also to its technical characteristics, where weight, battery life and functionality come first.
- Appearance. A stunning impression is not even created appearance Ultrabook, although everything is fine with it - a matte black magnesium-aluminum case with a silver edging along the contour, an elegant keyboard. However, another thing is striking - the thickness of the laptop at 12.9 mm with a screen diagonal of 13 inches takes it to the first steps of the line of ultra-thin devices from Samsung. Due to the rejection of right angles in the design of the case, the designers managed to solve a seemingly impossible task - to place full-size slots for connecting a card reader (SD memory card format) microHDMI, USB 3.0, microUSB, audio output and power connector on the sides. All this became possible due to their placement in the thickened part of its body near the display. By the way, support for SD memory cards is quite rare in ultrabooks. Due to the small thickness of the case, it was not possible to fit the RJ-45 Internet connector in it, therefore it is connected via a microUSB adapter. There are ventilation grilles on the back and bottom of the ultrabook, and a pair of speakers are located at the bottom of the front. Dimensions of the device - 345.4x236.2x14.5 mm, weight - 1290 grams.
- Display Ultrabook complies with the HD format (1920 x 1080 pixels) and has a diagonal of 15.6 inches. It implements proprietary PLS technology, which provides the highest contrast, saturation and depth of the image. The viewing angles are maximum in the horizontal and vertical planes.
- Keyboard. Has a small stroke, but a well-audible and perceptible key click. It has a light green backlight and is slightly recessed into the body, which has a positive effect when typing a large amount of text. The keys are large enough to have standard layout... The touchpad is equipped with a special coating that slightly slows down the movement of the fingers. It consists of one button and naturally supports multi-touch gestures.
- Performance. The Samsung Notebook 9 ultrabook is built on the basis of the latest 64-bit Intel Core i7-6500 processor with an operating frequency of 1900 MHz and the ability to overclock to 2400 MHz. The processor is integrated with the NVIDIA 940MX graphics card. The RAM of the device is 8 GB, which is quite enough for both typical office tasks and games. In general, the chipset is quite efficient and is able to guarantee stable operation of the system in mobile devices... The use of a 256GB solid state drive SSD provides the ultrabook with fast performance and energy savings.
- Interfaces. The Ultrabook is equipped with USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 interfaces, micro HDMI, VGA, HD-15, 3.5 mm audio jack and a 1.3 megapixel webcam. Connector retained cable network Internet via micro USB to RJ-45 adapter. Support provided Wi-Fi networks and Bluetooth V4.1.
- Autonomy of work. The manufacturer advertises an ultrabook battery life of 10 hours. Let's just say that it was not possible to achieve such an indicator on all kinds of tests. The real battery life is about 5 hours, i.e. full day and doesn't smell. The only consolation is that the battery charging time to full capacity is only 2 hours.
- Advantages and disadvantages. Exceptionally pleasant style of performance, relatively low cost in its class, excellent display characteristics - this is undoubtedly good. However, there are also disadvantages - insufficient battery life.
The price of Samsung Notebook 9 in Russia is from $ 1,000.
Today we reviewed the TOP 3 most powerful 15-inch laptops. These devices are perfect for both games and running heavy work programs. Moreover, the screen size is the most popular and convenient for today.
V modern world almost everything is becoming more compact: apartments, because living space is expensive; cars, because they need to be parked somewhere; after all, we ourselves try to play sports in order to be ... more compact? All kinds of high-tech equipment was no exception. And if reducing the thickness of, for example, a TV by a couple of centimeters, in fact, does not bring any huge benefit, then reducing the dimensions and, accordingly, the weight of the laptop is far from unimportant.
The reasons are quite commonplace - a thin and light laptop is much easier to carry with you during the day. Yes, if a laptop is supposed to be worn for half an hour or an hour a day, there will not be much difference between a laptop weighing 1.5 kg and 3 kg. But if you are constantly on the move, your back and legs will say "thank you very much" for every gram you save. Less weight means less fatigue: it's simple.
Finally, let's decide who needs light laptops. Yes, in fact, everyone! The only case when dimensions and weight are not taken into account is when buying a laptop as a replacement for a home stationary computer. In all other cases, it is worth taking a closer look at lightweights, as in our rating.
The best 13-14 inch lightweight laptops
You probably remember netbooks - devices that appeared during the 2008 economic crisis. These devices were cheap, but therefore weak and compact. Moreover, the small dimensions were due precisely to the desire to save on materials. By now, these small misunderstandings have become much more powerful, and they have grown in price, but they have only become lighter and less.
Such devices with a display diagonal of 13-14 inches are perfect for people who are often on business trips, because at the same time you can take a little more other useful things and at the same time remain with the usual working environment in the form of a laptop. Also, lightweight devices will be useful for students: it is convenient to write and read lectures, and there is plenty of space in the bag. But which one should you choose? Our rating will help you decide.
4 Xiaomi Mi Notebook Air 12.5 "
The smallest and lightest - only 1.07 kg
Country: China
Average price: 39 390 ₽
Rating (2019): 4.7
What is not released by the familiar to many company Xiaomi. There is also a laptop in their assortment, the designers of which were clearly inspired by Apple laptops. The body is minimalistic, metal. It feels great in the hands. The display is small, only 12.5 inches (the older model has a 13.3 "display) FullHD resolution. Due to this, the case is a record thin - 12.9 them - and light - 1.07 kg.
- Intel Core m3 mobile processors in some modifications. They are enough for working with documents and surfing the Internet, but not for games. But the battery life even under load is at least 5 hours and passive (silent!) Cooling. If you need more power, check out the Core i5 model.
- Nimble SSD disk for 128 or 256 GB. If this turns out to be not enough, you can install another SSD or HDD yourself - there is a corresponding connector
- Nice backlit keyboard and equally comfortable touchpad
- Supported fast charging: 50% of the battery charge is replenished in half an hour.
3 Lenovo IdeaPad 320s 13
Excellent value for money and quality
Country: China
Average price: 47 990 ₽
Rating (2019): 4.7
Next we have an excellent Lenovo laptop, the popularity of which is probably due to a fairly humane price tag. But the low cost is paid for with simpler body materials - only the lid is made of aluminum, the working surface is plastic. The thickness is quite large - 16.9 mm, but the weight is only 1.2 kg - one of the best indicators in the class. A slight deflection of the keyboard should be noted right away, which is not very pleasant. Note the presence of all the necessary ports: there is a pair of full-size USB (one of which is 3.0), USB Type-C, HDMI, a card reader - in general, a complete set for full-fledged work. Other features include:
- A wide range of components: a budget Intel Core i3-7100U with integrated graphics and a combination of a powerful Core i7-8550U with a discrete Nvidia GeForce MX graphics card can be installed inside.File storage is based on SSD with a capacity of 128 or 256 GB
- 13.3-inch display with a resolution of 1920 × 1080 pixels, made using TFT IPS technology in all (!) Configurations
2 ASUS ZenBook 13 UX331UN
Premium model. High performance
Country: China
Average price: 100 812 ₽
Rating (2019): 4.8
Remember the trends followed by the creators of modern smartphones - glass is everywhere. The developers of ZenBook 13 have also taken a great interest in them. The lid is made of glass, behind which the branded concentric pattern is hidden. Also, glass is used in the touchpad coating, due to which the finger glides on it perfectly. All other elements are made of aluminum, and therefore there can be no claims to the strength and build quality. The port selection is similar to that of Lenovo. This model has more than enough chips:
- Record low weight for a 13.3 '' laptop with this high performance at just 1.12kg
- Powerful: 8th Gen Intel Core i5 or i7 Quad Core and Discrete GeForce video card MX
- Highly fast SSD capacities up to 1 TB
- 13.3-inch IPS screen with FullHD or UltraHD resolution with support for touch input (!) And very thin bezels around
- Up to 10 hours of battery life in power saving mode.
- The presence of a fingerprint scanner.
1 HP ProBook 430 G5
The largest selection of modifications
Country: USA
Average price: 50 490 ₽
Rating (2019): 4.8
A real workhorse becomes the category leader. The materials of the case are far from the concept of "premium" - everywhere practical, but boring plastic. And it's difficult to call the model the lightest and thinnest - 1.49 kg and 19.8 mm, respectively. Nevertheless, the model is compact enough, while offering an excellent set of ports (there are even Ethernet and VGA inputs) and good performance for a very humane price tag. Depending on the configuration - and there are almost 5 dozen of them! - the price can range from 29 to 73 thousand rubles. What do we get for this money?
- Processor from Core i3-7100U to Core i7-8250U, 4 to 16 GB of RAM, 128-1256 GB of storage (HDD only, SSD only, or a combination).
- The laptop can come with preinstalled DOS, Windows 10 Home / Pro, or no OS at all.
- A 13.3-inch TFT IPS screen with a resolution of 1366x768 pixels in budget configurations and 1920x1080 in top-end versions.
- There are versions with 3G / 4G LTE support, which no competitor can offer.
Best 15-inch lightweight laptops
15 "laptops are much more versatile. With these, you can fly on a business trip, and in the office it is relatively comfortable to work without connecting an external monitor and relax at home watching a movie. A larger case is enough not only for a weak processor with an integrated video chip, but also for a sufficiently powerful system with a discrete video card and relatively good cooling. Those. more convenience and power, and the weight in comparison with 13.3 'models is higher on average by only 400 grams. But which laptop with a 15 'display should you take? See our ranking.
3 Lenovo V310 15
Profitable price. Capacious battery (12 hours of battery life)
Country: China
Average price: 33 897 ₽
Rating (2019): 4.5
The most affordable. This phrase justifies all the disadvantages of a laptop. So that you understand, for the same amount that you will spend on any laptop described below, you can purchase 3 or even 4 Lenovo V310 15 in the most basic configuration. At the same time, the device is just as light (1.85 kg) and, in some modifications, is quite capable of competing with more expensive rivals in terms of power. The rest of the possibilities look like this:
- A very practical case. Yes, it is not very attractive, but it is durable
- DVD drive! It is unlikely that someone uses it in 2017, but it is!
- Combined disk system - HDD + SSD with a total capacity of up to 1128GB (competitors only have up to 512GB)
- Complete set of required ports: 3 USB, VGA, HDMI, RJ-45
2 Apple MacBook Pro 15 with Retina display Mid 2017
The thinnest and most futuristic
Country: USA (made in China)
Average price: 158 999 ₽
Rating (2019): 4.5
Yes, unfortunately, the technology from the great Apple is not in the first place. But the only thing that prevented the brand new MacBook from taking the top line was its very high cost. The price tag for some modifications exceeds, for a minute, for 200 thousand rubles! And, unfortunately, for so many potential buyers this will be the main constraint. Otherwise, the laptop is very, very good - it is light, thin, powerful, and in the end, just beautiful. The main features of a dream are as follows:
- Aluminum one-piece body - beautiful, durable
- TouchBar with all accompanying "goodies"
- 4 USB type-C, through which the laptop is charged and all peripherals are connected and the absence of any other connectors
1 ASUS VivoBook S15 S510UN
The best combination of price and quality
Country: China
Average price: 49 578 ₽
Rating (2019): 4.8
Asus' VivoBook belongs to the budget laptop lineup. This is noticeable in the design of the device and the combination of pleasant aluminum with practical plastic. The laptop is not too thin - 17.9 mm - but very light for its size, only 1.5 kg. In general, it is difficult to call the leader of the rating outstanding - it is just a well-tailored working machine with good functionality at a humane cost. Of the features, we note:
- FullHD IPS matrix in all modifications
- Sufficient performance: if you want to save money - get the version with Core i3, it needs a lot of power - the model with the Core i7-8250U will suit you
- RAM 6 or 8 GB, but there is a free slot, using which you can expand the volume up to 16 GB
- 256 to 1256 GB of internal storage (HDD, SSD, SSD + HDD)
- Optional backlit keyboard and fingerprint reader
- As an OS, you can choose not only the familiar Windows 10 Home / Pro, but also EndlessOS based on Linux.
Best lightweight gaming laptops
Almost certainly, after the phrase "gaming laptop" you have the image of an incredibly large, heavy and noisy laptop before your eyes. But such a view was true a few years ago, while modern representatives of this class are light and thin enough to be constantly with their owner. This became possible thanks to the creation of energy-efficient, compact, but at the same time high-performance video cards and central processing units... We've handpicked the top 3 thinnest and most powerful gaming laptops for you.
3 Acer Predator Triton 700
Most Powerful Lightweight Gaming Laptop
Country: China
Average price: 164 634 ₽
Rating (2019): 4.7
The rating opens with a laptop with a very unusual design. First of all, the keyboard shifted downwards catches the eye. This arrangement is more convenient when playing games. It should be noted that the keyboard is mechanical (!). But why did the gap remain membrane? Above it is a translucent glass, behind which you can see a pair of branded turbines designed to cool the top iron. The touchpad is located in the same place, but you hardly want to use it for work or play - it is inconvenient. Even the manufacturer understands this and puts a gaming mouse in the kit. The case weighing 2.4 kg is not a record. But the thickness pleases - 18.9 mm. What other features?
- The most powerful hardware: Intel Core i7-7700HQ and GeForce GTX 1080. The latter, of course, is cut in frequency compared to the desktop solution, but it is also enough for a comfortable game at maximum graphics settings.
- FullHD matrix is made using IPS technology. The refresh rate is 120 Hz.
- Fully customizable lighting
2 ASUS ROG Zephyrus GX501VS
Unusual design. Excellent performance
Country: China
Average price: 156 325 ₽
Rating (2019): 4.7
At first glance, the laptop from Asus's gaming division looks a lot like the previous member. But the only similarity is the keyboard layout. Unfortunately, it is not mechanical, but in general there are no complaints about the quality. The touchpad is more conveniently located to the right of the keyboard. Using it on an ongoing basis is unlikely to be pleasant, but in the absence of a mouse, you won't have to pull your hair out of anger. Plus, with the click of a button, you can turn it into a NumPad. The laptop is very thin - only 17.9 mm - but only when closed, because when you open the lid, the bottom ... moves down a little, providing a better flow of fresh air to cool the powerful filling.
- Inside is the already familiar Core i7-7700HQ and GeForce 1070. This assembly is enough in all modern games at ultra graphics settings. Temperatures and noise levels are at an acceptable level.
- The screen is similar to that of the previous participant, but there is support for Gsync, which is good news.
- The storage is based on a 256-1024 GB SSD
1 MSI GS63 7RD Stealth
The best combination of price and performance. The easiest
Country: China
Average price: 78 860 ₽
Rating (2019): 4.8
The first place is occupied by far from the most powerful, but very balanced and small laptop. Its cost is 2-3 times less than that of competitors. Yes, for this money you get a rather banal design, which has been inherent in MSI devices for several years. Yes, the performance can hardly be called top-end. But the leader is the thinnest and lightest laptop in the category (17.7 mm and 1.8 kg, respectively), while providing acceptable performance in modern games. And it does not hold practicality - just look at the number of ports! The device is perfect for work as well. Of the features, we note:
- Intel Core i7-7700HQ + GeForce 1050 is enough for any modern games in FullHD resolution at medium-high settings.
- The disk system consists of a 256 GB SSD or a bundle of 1 TB HDDs and a 128 GB SSD.
The best laptops from the best brands for the best money.
If you are looking for best laptop in 2019, then you've come to the right place. In this guide, we'll walk you through the best laptops available for your money in UK stores as of early 2019.
With CES 2019, the huge tech trade show in Las Vegas just coming to an end, we've seen some truly extraordinary laptops hitting stores throughout the year. As soon as they become available for purchase in Russia, we will send them for review and then include them in our TOP-15.
Meanwhile, we have some really shiny laptops on this list, and no matter what laptop you're looking for, our guide to the best laptops has a wide range of great machines, from ultra-thin and powerful ultrabooks to high-performance mammoths. mobile laptops, Apple MacBook, gaming and budget machines.
A laptop does not have to cost over $ 100,000 and be equipped with many expensive components to make it to the list of the best laptops of late 2018 and early 2019. Instead, we're looking for laptops that are best-in-class and do what their competitors can't - or don't do - but offer the best value for money in terms of solid build quality.
Each model in this year's best laptop rankings has been rigorously tested by our editorial team, we include only the best models, so you can be sure that each of these laptops will provide you with a fantastic experience.
Plus, you can see our very own price comparison tool, which selects and compares the prices of retailers in your city, highlighting the best discounts so you have an idea of best price for the best laptop of 2019. If you prefer a compact tablet form factor, take a look at:.
Best Laptops 2018 - 2019:
1 | HUAWEI MATEBOOK X PRO
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The best laptop in the world, in our opinion.
CPU: 8th Intel generations Core i5 - i7 | Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 620, Nvidia GeForce MX150 2GB GDDR5 | RAM: 8 GB - 16 GB | Screen: 13.9-inch 3K (3000 x 2080) | Memory: 512GB SSD
- pros: Design | Fantastic display | Working hours;
- Minuses: No SD card slot | Webcam;
The Huawei MateBook X Pro is our pick for the best laptop available to buy in 2018. After being dominated by the Dell XPS 13 for several years, the MateBook X Pro has proven to be a real contender. This is a great laptop with a stunning screen (albeit an odd aspect ratio), and it comes with cutting edge components that deliver brilliant performance and battery life that will put most competitors to shame. It's also competitively priced, giving you features, design, and performance for less money. Unfortunately, it's not available everywhere, so if you can't find it in stores in your area, take a look at the Dell XPS 13 for a decent alternative.
2 | DELL XPS 13 (2018)
Another best laptop ever released.
CPU: Intel Core i5 - i7 8-Gen | Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 620 | RAM: 8 GB - 16 GB | Screen: 13.3-inch FHD (1920 x 1080) - 4K (3840 x 2160) | Built-in memory: 256GB - 1TB SSD
- pros: IR camera centered | New display | 4K panel;
- Minuses: Starting price | The white version is more expensive;
Even though the Dell XPS 13 snuck into second place thanks to the brilliant MateBook X Pro, it is still the best. There is a good reason why it has remained at the top of the best laptop rankings for three consecutive years. The Dell XPS 13 is a slimmer, more powerful version of the best laptop of 2018 and now comes with a stunning new 4K display and a gorgeous new color: Rose Gold, while Alpine White is on the way. The laptop is more expensive than previous version XPS 13, but the 2018 version is equipped with powerful processors Intel's 8th Gen i5 and up to i7, along with an Infinity Edge display with no visible bezels to fit a 13.3-inch screen in an 11-inch frame, the Dell XPS 13 really stands out from the competition. Not only that, the port selection is great. Compared to exclusive USB-C interface Apple's flagship Dell laptop impresses with options like USB 3.0 along with an elusive SD card slot. Unsurprisingly, the Dell XPS 13 continues to be the most popular laptop on Windows market... But now it's even better. You can also choose between ultra-high resolution or touchscreen, and a wide selection of local and RAM storage. Or, you can save money and opt for more conservative specifications. Without a doubt, it will remain the best laptop in 2019.
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3 | ASUS ZENBOOK FLIP S UX370
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An absolutely incredible 2-in-1 laptop tablet.
CPU: Intel Core i7-8550U | Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 620 | RAM: 16 GB | Screen: 13.3-inch FHD touchscreen display | Memory: 512GB PCIe SSD
- pros: Thin and Light | Powerful components;
- Minuses: Not the cheapest hybrid | Fingerprint magnet;
ASUS amazes us with a new update on its ZenBook Flip S hybrid laptop, and the all-new ASUS ZenBook Flip S UX370 impressed us so much that it took the third place in the ranking of the best laptops this and probably next year. With a new 8th Gen Kaby Lake R processor responsible for device performance, plenty of RAM, and very fast PCIe SSDs in some configurations, the laptop is absolutely stunning. Its hybrid design means you can use it as a laptop or tablet and while it's not as affordable as some of the other laptops in this ranking, if you have the funds, you'll be extremely happy with this fantastic laptop.
4 | APPLE MACBOOK PRO (TOUCH BAR) 13 (2018)
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Best
MacBook
Pro gets even better in 2018.
CPU: 4-core Intel Core i5 - i7 | Graphics: Intel Iris Plus Graphics 655 | RAM: 8 GB - 16 GB | Screen: 13.3-inch (2560 x 1600) IPS | RAM: 128GB - 2TB PCIe 3.0 SSD.
- pros: The Best MacBook Pro | High performance;
- Minuses: Dear | Not the biggest update;
If you're looking for the latest and greatest laptop from Apple, we suggest you take a look at the 13-inch MacBook Pro witch Touch Bar (2018). While Microsoft could brag about the Surface Book 2's performance over last year's MacBook Pro, Apple is offering major upgrades with the 13-inch MacBook Pro (2018), not to mention the 15-inch model. Main feature the model remains the Touch Bar - a thin OLED display at the top of the keyboard that can be used to huge amount a variety of things, whether it's auto-word-as-you-typing or touch-based authentication so you can sign in with your fingerprint. This is definitely a solution in Apple style, but it leads to an increase in prices. This is an expensive laptop, so you might want to consider one of the Windows alternatives. If you're open to Microsoft's system, be sure to consider the XPS 13 and the lovely MateBook X Pro. But, if you're an unwavering Apple fan, the Pro 13 is definitely the best laptop for you!
5 | MSI GS65 STEALTH
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Best gaming laptop of 2018
CPU: Intel Core i7 | Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1070 (8GB GDDR5X VRAM, Max-Q) | RAM: 16 GB | Screen: 15.6-inch FHD (1920 x 1080) anti-glare 144Hz wide panel | Built-in memory: 512GB SSD
- pros: Stylish design | Monstrous performance
- Minuses: The bottom of the laptop is heated;
The new MSI GS65 Stealth knocked out the previous leader in the gaming laptop segment thanks to a superb set of advanced components, including an 8th Gen Intel Core i7-8750H processor and Nvidia GeForce GTX 1070 graphics card. It also carries a much more reasonable price tag than Zephyrus GX501 and its sleek design means it can act as a work or study laptop without drawing attention. However, if you're looking for a more affordable gaming laptop, check out the Dell Inspiron 15 7000 Gaming below.
6 | MICROSOFTSURFACELAPTOP 2
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Shiny laptop from
Microsoft.
CPU: Intel Core i5 - i7 | Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 620 | RAM: 8 GB - 16 GB | Screen: 13.5-inch PixelSense (2256 x 1504) | Memory: 128GB, 256GB, 512GB or 1TB SSD.
- pros: Competitive Performance | New black color;
- Minuses: No Thunderbolt 3 | Too few ports;
Microsoft's second attempt at making a clean and full-fledged laptop is quite successful in our opinion, and so far the Laptop 2 is not a cardinal update of the original model. Surface Laptop It offers improvements across the board that we hoped for, including upgraded hardware offering performance gains. This is the laptop that finally fulfilled all of Microsoft's plans: a clean and powerful laptop with Windows based 10. If you haven't bought into the hybrid nature of the Surface Book 2 (which also sits on this list of the best laptops), but you love its quality and Microsoft's premium design, the new Surface Laptop 2 is the laptop for you. A very worthy addition to the list of the best.
7 | DELLXPS 15 (2IN 1)
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A luxury laptop that meets any requirement.
CPU: Intel Core i5 - i7 | Graphics: Radeon RX Vega M GL with 4GB HMB2 | RAM: 8 GB | Memory: 512GB PCIe SSD.
- pros: Performance | Ultra-thin design;
- Minuses: Quite expensive;
The Dell XPS 15 was one of the best laptops you could buy last year, but now Dell is taking over new design XPS 13 and applies it to this model, making a 15-inch laptop convertible. Well, this is an amazing laptop. Not only are you getting one of the most aesthetically pleasing 15-inch laptops on the market, but also the latest Intel Kaby Lake G-series processors with discrete-grade Radeon graphics. This means the laptop offers some serious performance, even though it might sound a little louder.
8 | ACERPREDATORHELIOS 300
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A budget gaming laptop with brilliant performance.
CPU: Intel Core i7-8750H (6-core / 2.2 GHz) | Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060 / Intel UHD Graphics 630 | RAM: 16GB DDR4 | Screen: 15.6-inch Full HD | Memory: 256GB SSD
- pros: Power reserve | Affordable price;
- Minuses: Heats up under load | Loud fans;
The Acer Predator Helios 300 is a fantastic affordable gaming laptop that proves that even if you don’t have the money to buy the MSI GS65 Stealth, which also sits on the best laptops of 2018-2019, you don’t have to sacrifice too much with Acer. ... The Predator Helios 300 is packed with great components, including an 8th Gen 6-core Intel Core i7 processor, Nvidia GTX 1060 graphics and 16GB of RAM. While it's still a pricey laptop compared to classic machines, for a gaming laptop, it offers a ton of performance for the money.
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9 | ASUS CHROMEBOOK FLIP
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A premium Chromebook with an economical price tag.
CPU: Intel Pentium 4405Y - Intel Core m3-6Y30 | Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 515 | RAM: 4 GB | Screen: 12.5-inch FHD (1920 x 1080) | Built-in memory: 32GB - 64GB eMMC
- pros: Elegant Tablet Mode | Tactile keyboard;
- Minuses: No native app support | Speakers;
When it comes to the best Chromebooks, you can choose between two principled alternatives. There is the excellent Chromebook Pixel that we share later in this ranking, and there is also the excellent ASUS Chromebook Flip C302 that combines superior features in a much more affordable package. For most users, a Chromebook is a good and affordable laptop that is perfect for students, and the ASUS Chromebook Flip C302 is one of the best Chromebooks and laptops on the market in 2018. It is equipped with Intel Core processors, 1080p display, touchscreen, backlit keyboard and USB-C port.
10 | MICROSOFT SURFACE BOOK 2 13.5
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The most powerful 2-in-1 laptop in the world.
CPU: Intel Core i5-7300U - Intel Core i7-8650U 1.9 GHz | Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 620 / Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050 (2GB GDDR5 VRAM) | RAM: 8 GB - 16 GB | Screen: PixelSense 3000 x 2000 pixels (267 PPI) 3: 2 | Built-in memory: 256GB - 1TB SSD
- pros: Battery life | Powerful;
- Minuses: Dear | Surface Pen separately;
Surface Book 2 13.5 is another new addition to the list of the best laptops, and this machine deserves its place as Microsoft has created one of the most powerful laptops in the world. Surface Book 2 demonstrates powerful enough components to handle most daily tasks as well as light gaming or even video editing if you buy a model with a dedicated graphics card. Excellent build quality and excellent battery life make this laptop tablet a great device to use as a laptop or. The device is also available in a 15-inch version, which is also more powerful, but not available in all stores. If you're looking for a more affordable laptop / tablet hybrid, take a look at the Acer Swift 3 below, it deserves a look.
11 | ACER SWITCH 3
A worthy competitor Surface Pro for half the price.
Specifications: Processor: Intel Pentium N4200 1.1 GHz - Intel Core i3-7100U | Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 505 | RAM: 4 GB | Screen: 12.2-inch IPS LCD touchscreen (1920 x 1200) | Built-in memory: 64 - 128GB eMMC;
- pros: Excellent build quality | Large screen | Working hours;
- Minuses: Hinged stand is a trick | Not for games;
If you want a Microsoft Surface Pro 4 but can only spend substantially less, the Acer Switch 3 (2017) definitely becomes the best option... It's designed around the same concept as the Surface Pro, and is also less efficient due to its downgraded performance, but it's a shiny little machine for most tasks. What's more, to sweeten the deal, the convertible laptop includes a keyboard, so you don't have to incur any additional costs. As usual, it comes in several versions: USB Type-C, 8GB of RAM, IPS display and an Intel Core i3-7100U processor is the more expensive option.
12 | APPLE MACBOOK 12 (2017)
Last year's MacBook is another best laptop of 2018.
CPU: Intel Core m3 1.2 GHz - Intel Core i7 1.4 GHz | Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 615 | Operationalmemory: 8 GB - 16 GB | Screen: 12-inch (2304 x 1440) IPS 16:10 | Built-inmemory: 256 - 512 GB SSD;
- pros: Updated processor | Battery life;
- Minuses: One USB-C port| Expensive;
This year's iteration of the MacBook is another win for Apple, once again winning us over with great design, great performance, and best-in-class battery life. Apple has updated Intel's 7th Gen Kaby Lake series processors, which means you get better performance and better battery life without sacrificing the thin and light design that the MacBook is famous for. While the 2017 MacBook isn't geared towards sheer performance like the more powerful and versatile MacBook Pro above, or a gaming laptop like the Asus ROG Zephyrus GX501, it's still one of the best laptops from 2017-2018. Right now, it's an extremely thin and light MacBook that you can take anywhere without even noticing its weight, making it a great platform for macOS High Sierra.
13 | GOOGLE PIXELBOOK
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Excellent Chromebook (
Chromebook) that's worth the price.
Specifications: Processor: Intel Core i5 - i7 | Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 615 | RAM: 8 - 16 GB | Screen: 12.3-inch touch screen QHD (2400 x 1600) | Built-in memory: 128 - 512 GB SSD;
- pros: Great design | Android Applications | Amazing keyboard;
- Minuses: Stylus sold separately | No biometric authorization;
Designed for users who want to get away from the complex nature of Windows PCs or MacBook computers Chromebooks have been gaining popularity and mass availability in recent years. The Google Pixelbook is no exception. While it costs twice as much as a regular Chrome OS device, and, as expected, doesn't come with a stylus, the PixelBook is configured with a firm grip on the future. It has a pair of USB-C ports for accessories and super-fast data transfers, a hinge that pivots inside out for watching movies on airplanes, and perhaps best of all, support Android applications... There are some complications, of course, but you can access the entire range of Goolge Play from the Pixelbook, from playing Sonic the Hedgehog to watching videos in VLC. And thanks to a battery life of 7 hours and 40 minutes (according to our tests), you can do that for a while on a single charge.
14 | ACER SWIFT 3
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A budget ultrabook that performs better than it looks.
Specifications: Processor: 2-core Intel Core i3 - i7 | Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 620 | RAM: 4GB - 8GB DDR4 | Screen: 14-inch Full HD (1029 x 1080) ComfyView IPS | Storage: 128GB - 256GB SSD
- pros: Powerful for the price | Battery life;
- Minuses: Boring design | Speakers at the bottom;
While you could be confident that the "budget ultrabook" is an oxymoron up to this point, Acer has brought this common misconception to life with the Swift 3. That's because the company took the all-aluminum Acer Swift 7 chassis and stuck some more affordable components inside. everyone can enjoy. It doesn't work with macOS, but the Acer Swift 3 puts the old MacBook Air in a corner in disgrace, thanks in part to its excellent price tag. So, while you shouldn't expect more from a screen or high-quality built-in audio, the benchmarks are outperforming even for the money.
We also took a look at the upcoming release at CES 2018, which comes with improved graphics and overall performance. This laptop could take a serious position in our ranking when it comes out at the end of 2018.
15 | ASUS TRANSFORMER MINI T102HA
A tiny flexible touchscreen laptop with an attractive price tag.
Specifications: Processor: Intel Atom x5-Z8350 | Graphics: Intel HD Graphics - Intel HD Graphics 400 | RAM: 2GB - 4GB DDR4 | Screen: 11.6-inch IPS touchscreen display (1366 x 768) | Built-in memory: 32 GB;
- pros: Small and light | Good time work | Keyboard included;
- Minuses: Slow performance;
If you're looking for the best yet affordable Windows laptop that you can throw in your bag and carry around all day without noticing the weight, the ASUS Transformer Mini T102HA is a fantastic device. It's honestly not the fastest laptop of 2018, so don't expect video editing. But for simple everyday tasks, it is more than enough. What's more, it is similar to the other 2-in-1 convertible laptops on our list in that it can become a tablet - you can decide if you want to take your keyboard with you. And it's included so you don't have to pay for the keyboard separately.
WHAT TYPE OF LAPTOP IS BEST FOR YOU?
Traditional Laptops: In this category you will find those that are more practical than style or performance oriented. That's not to say they can't be fast, but you'll usually find a traditional laptop with an HD panel and hard drive for under £ 50.
Ultrabooks: This is a category of thin and light notebooks with solid state drive(SSD) and screen resolutions above 1080p. Accompanied by powerful yet mobile components and long time autonomous operation, pricing begins with reasonable prices - from 42,000 rubles to 120,000 rubles.
Convertible Laptops (2 in 1): This category includes laptops that can also be used as tablets. not yet available, however many (2 in 1) are available right now. Hybrids equipped with both removable and 360-degree reversible panels are the most universal way work with Windows 10 (or Chrome OS) on a touch screen.
Chromebook (Chromebook): Category that hides the best Chromebooks running on Chrome OS. They do a lot of what Windows and macOS offer in the browser, targeting cloud storage, instead of local, and recently receive support for Android applications for touch models... Usually they cost less than 18,000 rubles, some may even offer performance at a stretch.
Gaming Laptops: Need a laptop to play games (almost) as well as a good desktop PC? Then you will need one of the. The price of such machines traditionally starts from 50,000 rubles and can reach 180,000 rubles, these are machines that can take advantage of all the advantages AMD processors Ryzen for laptops.
Alternative to convertible laptops: Designed with a laptop / tablet hybrid approach, offer HD touchscreen displays, often come with framed stands and clad in keyboard covers. They are also often equipped with a stylus and range from budget to premium devices.
Along with the massive appearance of inexpensive home PCs in the consumer market, consumer preferences for such technology have been formed. For example, notebooks with a 15.6-inch screen were the most popular, because they combined convenience and optimal size with weight.
Due to the high demand for the presented devices, we decided to compile a rating of the best 15-inch laptops in 2018 - 2019, where we considered the 7 most popular devices in the middle and high price segment. If you want to choose a high-quality laptop at a reasonable cost, then the tips in this material will help you stay on specific model and no doubt which one is better to buy.
HP OMEN 15-ax000
This is a great ultra-thin laptop from HP with a good graphics card and Intel processor Sixth generation Core-i5, clocked at 2.3 GHz. This is sufficient for high and sometimes maximum graphics settings in most modern gaming entertainment. The device can be used as a graphics accelerator NVIDIA GeForce 960M or 920M (for model with an Intel Core-i3 processor). Every element of the case, from the lid to the fit of the ports, is simply perfect. Also captivating is the design that distinguishes all the new products from HP in the OMEN line. It is noteworthy that even taking into account not the most economical "hardware", a laptop suitable for work and games can work up to 5 hours when playing video at maximum screen brightness and Full HD resolution. However, the power of the components does not always play into the hands of the "machine": if you go beyond watching movies or ordinary office tasks, then this problem does not manifest itself in any way, however, during the game and when running other complex applications, the device heats up noticeably.
Advantages:
- Workmanship
- High autonomy
- Ideal for gaming
Disadvantages:
- Strong heat
ASUS X540LJ
If you are looking for an inexpensive 15-inch laptop among laptops, then the ASUS X540LJ is perfect for you. It is based on Intel's low-cost i5 5200U platform, which includes 2 cores running at 2.2 GHz. Thanks to the discrete video chip GeForce 920M, which has 2 GB of memory, as well as 4 GB of RAM, the user can run undemanding games and even the latest novelties at medium and low graphics settings. The laptop can be suitable for both office and travel due to the fact that it weighs less than 2 kilograms, so even daily carrying in a backpack or briefcase will not cause any inconvenience. At the same time, a well-chosen "hardware" and a capacious battery guarantee a full day of work in an economical mode, which eliminates the need to take a charge with you. This is complemented by an almost completely quiet operation and a well-thought-out keyboard layout, which makes the model an ideal choice for study and office tasks.
Advantages:
- Mobility
- Autonomy
- Convenience
- Light weight
Disadvantages:
- Flimsy body
- Port set
DELL Inspiron 7566
DELL products have always been famous for their amazing quality, and a laptop with an excellent and stylish case made of practical matte plastic and excellent characteristics The Inspiron 7566 is no exception. The device stands out for its balanced hardware, which will be sufficient for both office tasks and modern games, a 4-core chipset paired with a powerful discrete graphics card from NVIDIA and 8 GB of RAM, will be able to provide a comfortable game at medium graphics settings. It is rightfully considered one of the best 15-inch laptops in the ranking for price and quality. Comfortable keyboard with LED-backlit keys, which can be customized or turned off, excellent layout and pleasant, non-greasy body make the device ideal for office tasks too. In terms of value for money and reviews, the DELL Inspiron 7566 laptop is one of the best deals on the market.
Advantages:
- Stylish design
- Excellent performance
- Ease of use
Disadvantages:
- Screen on TN-matrix
- The set of ports is not the largest
Acer Extensa EX2520G
Acer has always been able to offer good power, nice design and excellent quality at a reasonable price. One of them is the EX2520G model of the Extensa line. This is a laptop with a cost of around 30,000 rubles, at which it can boast a lot of advantages. Chief among these are the Intel Core-i5 6200U chip with 2.3GHz dual-cores, 4GB of RAM, and NVIDIA's 940M discrete card, making the EX2520G an excellent choice for gaming. However, not everyone will be able to get the most out of the device. For example, count on the availability of inexpensive laptop SSD storage is not worth it, but the installed 500 GB HDD is definitely not worthy of praise. Low write speed and spindle rotation, as well as small capacity, have a bad effect on working with large data arrays. But otherwise, to perform simple daily tasks, the device easily copes with the tasks assigned.
Advantages:
- Powerful "stuffing"
- High-quality assembly
- Affordable cost
- Matte screen finish
Disadvantages:
- Low matrix brightness
- Not the highest amount of RAM
Lenovo IdeaPad 510-15
If you require an inexpensive but fairly good laptop with an IPS matrix, you should take a closer look at this model from Lenovo. It has absolutely everything that an office worker, schoolchild, student and even a game lover might need. Immediately 8 GB of RAM, a dual-core Core-i7 of the sixth generation and a GeForce 940MX with 2 GB of video memory are very good offer for the price. The body of the device is tough and durable, and the keyboard is comfortable and well-built. The latter, by the way, is backlit, which can also be called a nice bonus. The 15.6-inch IPS-matrix with Full HD resolution does not disappoint in the laptop, giving out a bright and juicy picture in movies and games. When watching videos on balanced system settings and maximum display brightness, you can expect about 3 hours of operation.
Advantages:
- Iron
- Assembly and keyboard
- Bright, Full HD display
Disadvantages:
- Autonomy
HP Pavilion 15-au140ur
This laptop is easily suitable for the student for study, the Internet and games. For its price, it offers a nice design and good characteristics... On numerous forums, the Pavilion 15-au140ur is often called the most balanced solution with a budget of 50,000 rubles. If you need to choose a good, light and thin laptop, then this is really a great option, because with a weight of 2 kilograms and a thickness of just over two centimeters this model bypasses many of its competitors. It is noteworthy that a seventh-generation Core-i7 operating at 2.7 GHz is installed inside such a small case, as well as an NVIDIA GeForce 940MX graphics processing card with 4 GB of video memory. The amount of RAM and HDD is 8 and 1000 GB, respectively, which is also very good for compact devices of this class. And it all works with Windows 10 Home preinstalled. The laptop's battery life declared by the manufacturer should be divided by 2, if the “machine” is not idle and with the minimum screen brightness. On average, you can count on 3-5 hours of autonomy, which depends on the tasks performed. This problem could be solved by purchasing a spare battery, but the battery is non-removable.
Advantages:
- Mobility
- Excellent performance indicators
Disadvantages:
- Weak battery
- The body is made of plastic
ASUS ROG GL553VD
The popular new product from ASUS closes the TOP 15-inch laptops. Such a purchase can hardly be called affordable and suitable for an ordinary buyer. The manufacturer offered one of the best solutions on the Kaby Lake platform. The user can choose from options with Core-i5 and Core-i7, with 8 and 16 GB of RAM, as well as SSD with 128, 256 or without (each version is also equipped with a terabyte HDD). NVIDIA GeForce 1050 is responsible for the video subsystem in all variants, which is even more powerful than its desktop counterpart. Thus, any of the configurations selected by the user perfectly copes with the most difficult tasks and any modern games. By the way, the entertainment component is at its best here, because we have a laptop with a good matte screen that can satisfy the needs of even the most picky user. Bright, rich and juicy picture, fast response of the matrix, excellent viewing angles - everything you need for modern games and movies. In addition to the excellent screen, Asus has taken care of the quality of the case. The manufacturer offers the buyer a metal laptop, in which there is no place for flimsy, unreliability and other common problems.
Advantages:
- Powerful iron
- Bright screen
- Metal case
Disadvantages:
- Marked case
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Previously, laptops with this diagonal were bought mainly for study or work. They were quite cheap and autonomous. But powerful gaming laptops this format were too expensive and not mobile enough. Progress has significantly changed the industry and the marketplace. Today, in the ranking of the best 15-inch laptops in 2017, you can now find productive devices with good autonomy and a low price.