Best Laptops (2026)

We analyzed 157 publications across 215 models to find the best laptops.

#1Also Great

3 expert reviews$2000

Outstanding

Solid build quality

Strong gaming performance

Roomy, bright 240hz display

Bulky design

Short battery life

#2Also Great

$490

Good value

Thin and light

Upgrade pricing is expensive

Best for most

$969

Epic battery life

Thin and light

Display not oled

Low cost

$300

Solid build quality

Excellent battery life

Limited i/o

Quick Comparison

#	Product	Score	Price	Top Pro	Top Con
1	Asus ROG Strix G18	93	$2000	Solid build quality	Bulky design
2	Apple MacBook Air	91	$490	Good value	Upgrade pricing is expensive
3	Apple MacBook Air M3	90	$969	Epic battery life	Display not oled
4	Lenovo Chromebook Plus 14	89	$300	Solid build quality	Limited i/o