9 best laptops

Laptops are capable of solving the same tasks as personal computers, but at the same time being compact for transportation and carrying in a bag. This expands the scope of their use from school to mobile offices and technical support services, as well as remote work in transport. Find out the ranking of the best laptops from various manufacturers for computer games, office work, journalism and multimedia viewing.

Best gaming laptops

Such machines are created to start and maintain the game process at a qualitative level. To do this, the product is equipped with "iron" with a good video card and a powerful processor, as well as a colorful display.

Sometimes, in addition to the internal content, the design of such laptops changes in the direction of highlighting the gaming keys and giving the body a specific shape.

ASUS X550ZE-XX216T - the hidden power

The gaming laptop from Asus looks like a classic image, like the entire X550 line, but in this case there is a lot of high power that is capable of ensuring the long-term performance of the most “heavy” gameplay.

The advantage of the product is a powerful processor 2.1 GHz, which is able to increase the processing speed at peak times up to 3.3 GHz. All this in combination with the division of tasks into 4 cores gives improved performance.

Pros:

• the model is equipped with a discrete video card that has its own memory and produces a brighter picture without taking up the processor resource;
• there is an HDMI port for connecting to a TV or camera;
• the laptop is immediately ready for work thanks to Windows 10 and installed drivers;
• on the 15.6-inch large screen, it’s more convenient to see small details of the game;
• clarity provides a resolution of 1366x768;
• serves the launch of programs with a 6 GB RAM, which can be increased by installing an additional block with a total capacity of 16 GB;
• internal storage is 1 TB;
• the video card has its own memory of up to 2 GB and does not consume processor resources, so games do not slow down;
• there is an optical drive for downloading installation files from the disk;
• You can play with stereo sound from your own two speakers at the bottom of the case.

Minuses:

• because of the powerful processor, the fan inside is very noisy when working;
• The ports on the left side are close to each other and inconvenient to install two flash drives at once.

HP Omen 15-ce007ur - with race car design

This notebook stands out not only high performance suitable for computer games, but also has the design of a sports car. The body is made with increasing thickness from the front panel to the rear wall, where two exhaust turbines are simulated.

The keyboard has a red backlight with selected groups of keys to control the machine or character on the left side.

Pros:

• modern Windows operating system with a license and wired keys in the BIOS;
• a large screen diagonal of 15.6 inches in combination with a high resolution of 1920x1080 will ensure high graphics of the gameplay;
• IPS matrix will allow you to see the smallest details;
• The notebook is equipped with a four core “core” Core i5 line, where the data processing frequency is variable (2.5 GHz in normal mode and 3.5 GHz when the maximum base frequency is reached)
• online storage can interfere with workflows totaling up to 6 GB;
• the drive has a capacity of 1 TB and instantly reacts to calls to it due to the spindle speed of 7200 rpm;
• the video card is not built-in, but is a separate module with its own memory of 2 GB, which does not cause the game to slow down;
• The laptop supports WI-FI communication in various standards (b, g, n, ac);
• Bluetooth version 4.2 allows you to connect headphones or a joystick and not experience delays commands or sound;
• The battery is able to power the device for autonomous operation for 11 hours.

Minuses:

• high cost of 60,000 rubles;
• despite the price of plastic housing.

LENOVO Legion Y520-15IKBN - with incredible stereo sound

This laptop is designed for computer games with a minimum of accessories.

The advantage of the model is a stereo sound from two speakers located at the edges of the bottom of the base. They are placed between the screen and the keyboard, and are aimed at the user.

An open version with a debris screen provides maximum volume. All actions are serviced by an i5 processor.

Pros:

• the keys are equipped with red backlight, so you can even play in the dark, so as not to interfere with others at night;
• HDMI port for connecting to a large TV and displaying the game on it;
• 4 USB ports, so that in addition to the keyboard and mouse you can connect other devices;
• High-speed Bluetooth 4.0;
• two video cards (built-in and a separate module) with 4 GB memory will allow you to save battery when working with documents and get the most colorful picture without braking during the game;
• total storage capacity 1,128 TB;
• workflows are serviced inside 8 GB of RAM, which can be developed up to 32 GB;
• with a small number of tasks, the processor operates at a frequency of 2.5 GHz, but is capable of overclocking as the load increases to 3.5 GHz.

Minuses:

• the high cost of 70,000 rubles;
• continuous operation time of 4 hours;
• WI-FI standard only "ac";
• no optical drive.

Best Transformer Notebooks with Touch Screen

Such notebook models are distinguished by enhanced functionality of the hinges, where the screen is able to turn away from the keyboard 360 degrees. This allows you to set it in the position of a booklet or turn it 270 degrees for ease of use when watching movies. In folded inverted mode, it can be operated as a tablet thanks to the touch screen.

HP Pavilion x360 14-ba049ur - for journalistic activities

This model is incredibly compact for transportation, but also convenient when working at the table. Screen size is 14 inches. The rotated screen can be used as a tablet for a map navigator, creating notes on the go or playing games.

The device has a stylish silver case with a black keyboard. Everything is ready for work thanks to the built-in Windows operating system with already installed drivers.

Pros:

• 14 inches large enough for watching movies;
• high definition with a resolution of 1920x1080;
• the keys are equipped with a backlight for working in the dark;
• the sensor responds quickly to touch;
• 4 GB of RAM allows you to use more than 10 browser tabs and text editors, as well as video concurrently;
• a 128 GB drive allows you to save a lot of text materials on your hard drive and not transfer them permanently to external media;
• two speakers for stereo;
• built-in microphone, webcam and all types of wireless communications;
• the battery is capable of maintaining the computer’s autonomous operation for 10 hours, which allows the journalist to work all day away from the office without recharging the device;
• 1.6 kg weight is convenient for transportation.

Minuses:

• on a glossy screen a lot of glare when working on the street;
• 2.3 GHz clock frequency is sufficient for working with documents and small games, but it cannot master “heavy” programs;
• only 2 cores;
• no optical drive;
• the drive will quickly fill up when downloading multimedia;
• integrated video card consumes memory resource.

PRESTIGIO Visconte S Gray (PMP1020CESR) - with a detachable screen

The model is notable for the ability to detach the screen and use the latter as a thin tablet.

The display diagonal is 11.6 inches, which is suitable for printing directly on the touch keyboard. It is convenient to watch videos on it and make Skype calls.The mass of the whole device is 1 kg, and without a base the display weighs 350 grams.

Pros:

• the laptop is able to work without recharging for 8 hours;
• display thickness with a base of only 1.3 cm;
• despite the tablet bias in the design of the interface is equipped with micro HDMI, so the image can be displayed on the big screen on the appropriate wire;
• 2 USB connectors are provided;
• webcam for video communication 2 megapixel allows you to transfer a clear image to the other party;
• card reader in the main body;
• own speakers and microphone;
• RAM can be increased if necessary up to 32 GB;
• 4 cores divide incoming tasks and execute them simultaneously;
• economical power consumption due to low clock frequency;
• 1920x1080 display resolution provides a clear picture.

Minuses:

• no optical drive;
• own 32 GB drive requires only documentation or constant connection with the cloud storage for transferring large files;
• small RAM 2 GB;
• the processor has a frequency of 1.44-1.84 GHz, which is not enough for games;
• visible traces of prints remain on the glossy screen.

Best compact laptops

Small laptops are convenient for frequent transportation in a bag and work anywhere. They are used by journalists and authors to create texts. Some models are equipped with a touch screen to take notes or sketches immediately on the go. Screens on such computers have a diagonal from 10 to 13 inches.

ASUS VivoBook Flip TP301UA-C4025T - for professional use

This model is best suited for professional activity due to the productive i7 processor and the Windows 10 Pro operating system.

The laptop has a unfolding screen on the hinges with an opening angle of 360 degrees. The model is equipped with a wide interface including an HDMI port for displaying images on a larger monitor or projector. The screen diagonal is 13.3 inches.

Pros:

• Professional Windows 10;
• resolution 1366x768;
• i7 high-performance processor;
• for current tasks, the frequency is 2.5 GHz, and with increasing load it develops up to 3.1 GHz;
• 2 cores are quite enough at such a frequency to support the work of ten different programs at the same time;
• RAM immediately has a capacity of 8 GB;
• a lot of multimedia files can be stored on the drive due to its 1 TB capacity;
• the matte surface of the screen glares less on the sun and there are no visible prints on it;
• processing the request to the hard drive during the rotation of the spindle 5400 rpm;
• two speakers are placed under the screen and provide sufficient volume at any position of the flat monitor;
• battery life up to 10 hours;
• combined headset and video connector;
• weight 1.7 kg is convenient to carry.

Minuses:

• high price of 80,000 rubles;
• integrated video card will take CPU resource;
• 1 year warranty;
• no optical drive.

PRESTIGIO Smartbook 116 A02 - for continuous communication with the network

This laptop is the best because of its low cost, which is about 11,000 rubles. A screen diagonal of 11.6 inches allows you to freely print documents on it and watch videos.

The computer weighs only 1.3 kg, which is suitable for carrying even girls. The manufacturer has agreed on a gift with this model 100 GB of space on the One Drive cloud storage. The machine is already equipped with Windows 10 and is ready to go.

Pros:

• high definition screen with a resolution of 1366x768;
• 16: 9 common aspect ratio;
• can be printed in the dark thanks to LED backlighting;
• matte surface less dirty;
• 4 cores provide accelerated work when using several programs at once;
• the provision of 100 GB in cloud storage and network connectivity make it possible not to fill the laptop’s memory and access large files
• Bluetooth 4.0 instantly transmits audio to headphones;
• micro HDMI allows you to connect a laptop to large screens;
• continuous work 7 hours.

Minuses:

• TN matrix reduces visibility when viewed at an angle;
• the clock frequency is only 1.33 GHz, and with a maximum load of 1.83 GHz it may not "pull" the game or video editing program;
• RAM of only 2 GB in combination with an integrated video card leaves less processor resource for work;
• the storage capacity is only 32 GB, which is not enough for multimedia.

The best laptops for office work

Machines for office activities have an economical power consumption and a processor with a low clock frequency, sufficient for the work of text editors. They are used by secretaries and managers to distribute tasks and view tables with goods. The large screen allows you to see well the entire page being processed.

PRESTIGIO 133S01_P - with a thin metal body

This notebook is the best for office activities due to its stylish 13 mm metal case and a 13.3-inch monitor, which will take up little space on the table and can be easily taken to an object for remote work.

The display has a high brightness of 230 cd / m2 for saturated colors. Due to the Celeron 3350 processor, it consumes little power and is able to work autonomously for 8 hours.

Pros:

• reasonable price for most organizations and private users 17,000 rubles;
• pre-installed Windows 10 Pro;
• on the screen with a diagonal of 13.3 inches, it is convenient to type text and work with programs;
• 1920x1080 resolution provides HD quality for multimedia;
• press response time is 25 ms;
• processor with low power consumption due to the frequency of 1.1 GHz when working with one or two applications, but can accelerate at peak load times to 2.4 GHz;
• two cores share the solution of tasks and processes among themselves;
• RAM 3 GB allows you to run 5-7 programs at once;
• two speakers for dubbing video;
• WI-FI supports work in all standards of this connection;
• no need for adapters - the device is equipped with USB 3.0 ports and micro HDMI for communication with a projector, TV, scanner and printer.

Minuses:

• there are no keys with numbers on the side layout, which makes it inconvenient to work quickly with numbers on the screen;
• 32GB drive allows you to store in memory only documents without video files.

ACER Aspire ES1-732-P3ZG - with a huge screen

This laptop has a screen diagonal of 17.3 inches, which is suitable for simultaneous display on the monitor of two documents for comparing statistics or editing text.

Large display did not affect the cost of the device, which is 28,000 rubles. The economical Pentium 4200 processor with a clock speed of 1.1 GHz spends a minimum of battery life and does not have a loud cooler for cooling.

Pros:

• 3 USB ports for connecting a mouse and flash drives;
• You can conduct video calls with other employees using a webcam and a built-in microphone;
• WI-FI works in all standards;
• two speakers in the base of the laptop are directed downwards and well reflect the sound from the table surface
• deployed comfortable keyboard for printing;
• fewer handprints remain on the matte case;
• Windows 10 with drivers;
• keyboard backlight;
• 4 processor cores;
• RAM allows the use of multiple office applications due to the capacity of 6 GB.

Minuses:

• the weight of 2 kg is already inconvenient for carrying to the girl;
• battery life is only 3.5 hours.