PC是我们大多数人的业务中心,并且是游戏的中心。从我们每周与奶奶的缩放通话到带有虚拟现实耳机的游戏会议,一台出色的笔记本电脑不仅应该提供您需要完成工作所需的力量,而且还应该足够方便地在需要移动时将其放在包中。我们的PC专家始终在寻找每个人的最佳笔记本电脑,从游戏玩家到students和frequent flyers. We work hard to make sure you find a laptop you love on this list.
Most people need to look no further than theApple MacBook Air((可在苹果上找到)。轻薄,包13个小时的电池life, crushes most Windows laptops in benchmarks and real-world performance, and comes in a beautiful rose gold chassis. Our upgrade pick, theMacBook Pro((可在苹果上找到)电池寿命稍长,没有更多的钱。
If you’re not so hot on macOS, theHP Spectre 14t((available at HP)是我们的最高窗户选择,这要归功于其9个小时的电池寿命,出色的性能以及令人难以置信的键盘和触摸屏。
Here are the best laptops we’ve tested, ranked in order:
With almost thirteen hours of battery life, a crazy-powerful M1 processor, and an incredibly smooth trackpad and keyboard, it should be no surprise that theMacBook Air M1shoved our previous top laptop out of its spot.
But it’s not just about speed. The most astonishing feature of the MacBook Air is its battery life. Our battery test is designed for real-world performance rather than optimal circumstances, so we expected the claimed 15-hour battery life to turn into 9 hours—instead, we got almost thirteen hours. It shattered the record for longest battery life we’ve seen from a laptop running Chrome (by comparison, the2020 HP Spectre 14tran for a little over nine hours). The only laptop able to beat the Air is the new M1 MacBook Pro 13, which gets you an extra hour of battery life but costs a fair bit more.
这MacBook Air M1 comes with the same aluminum chassis and Retina screen we loved in the earlier 2020 Intel MacBook Air, although we’d love to see a redesign for the MacBook Air’s next iteration (thinner bezels, perhaps?). This is one of the most surprising releases we’ve seen in years, and we can’t imagine anyone not falling in love with the M1 MacBook Air.
While the M1 MacBook Air offers the best performance and value for most folks, theM1 MacBook Pro 13packs a little extra juice. Its best-in-class Apple M1 processor broke our records in both benchmarks and real-world testing. Its power is on par with that of the flagship Intel Core i9 and AMD Ryzen 9 processors, but the base MacBook Pro 13 is actually quite affordable.
What's really impressive, however, is its battery power. The MacBook Pro 13 lasted fourteen hours in our Chrome-based battery test, which routinely chews through battery power faster than a video-based test. The longest-lasting Windows competitor, the HP Spectre 14t, lasted 9 hours before giving up.
这M1 MacBook Pro 13ships with the same amount of ports and fans as the base Intel MacBook Pro 13: two Thunderbolt 3 ports and a single fan. However, unlike the last generation, the M1 MacBook Pro 13 rarely needs its single fan as its ultra-efficient processor stays cool even during exceptionally taxing tasks, like video editing.
If you’re interested in getting a new MacBook, there are only two reasons to turn away from the M1 MacBook Pro 13. Either you need an Intel-based Mac or discrete GPU (i.e. a MacBook Pro 16), or you’re considering the M1 MacBook Air 13. The MacBook Air 13 offers almost the same features for a more modest price tag. Upgrades over the Air include a Touch Bar, a bigger battery (the Air lasted one hour less than the Pro in our battery test), and a fan. For most people, the Air will be the better pick but it could be worth splurging on the Pro if you can afford it and you want a few extra features.
If you’re debating between an M1 MacBook and a premium Windows laptop, the M1 MacBooks win. They’re more powerful, have a significantly better battery life, and have a wonderful aesthetic and user experience. Unless you’re using Windows-only apps and features, we recommend the MacBook Pro 13 and MacBook Air.
I'm Joanna Nelius, Senior Editor of Electronics at Reviewed. I've been reviewing gaming products and laptops for the last several years, having written for PC Gamer, Maximum PC, and Gizmodo in the past. In addition to gaming desktops and laptops, I also specialize in CPU and GPU reviews.
I’m Whitson Gordon, and I’m a freelance tech writer charged with testing laptops here at Reviewed. I’ve been writing about tech professionally for almost 10 years, from building computers to setting up smart homes, and served as the editor-in-chief of Lifehacker and How-To Geek before freelancing for publications like the New York Times, PCMag, and Reviewed. This isn’t just my day job—it’s my calling. I’m obsessed with researching, testing, and finding the best possible gadget in a given category—so much so that my brother made it a central joke in his best man speech at my wedding.
To test battery life, we set up our laptops to continuously cycle through various websites at a brightness of 200 nits—which is around 60% for many of the mid-range models—until they run out of power, estimating how much work you can get done on a single charge. We also use each laptop for an extended period of time, rating each on factors like build quality, price, portability, and design.
What You Should Know About Laptops
When it comes to laptops, there’s a lot to consider. From display size to build quality, you definitely want a laptop that’ll last a couple of years. Here’s what you need to keep in mind:
Not only do you want a laptop that can take a beating (since you’ll probably be lugging it around with you), but you want one with a well-built keyboard and trackpad since they’re your primary form of interaction with the machine. A poor trackpad or finicky keyboard can really kill the experience.
一般来说,耐用的笔记本电脑是僵硬的,而且很难deform, so metal is usually more rugged than plastic. A good keyboard should be quick to type on, and your fingers should easily reach all the keys without any missed hits. Check those elements like the Shift, Control, and Fn keys aren’t awkward to reach with your thumb and pinky fingers. Whether you prefer stiff or soft keys is up to you: stiff keys are harder to accidentally press but will tire you out faster, while soft keys are easier to type on for long periods of time but can be prone to poor feedback and typos. See what’s most comfortable for you.
Trackpads are a little easier to judge. A good trackpad reads all your finger movements accurately, so the mouse won’t feel jumpy or unresponsive. A larger trackpad gives you better control of your cursor, and the trackpad should have little friction so you don’t “skip” with your cursor.
缺点ider which operating system you need. Windows is still the dominant OS these days, and if you’re going to play games, edit photos and videos, or need certain software for work, you’ll probably stick with Microsoft’s offering. MacOS has its own exclusive software and great integration with the Apple ecosystem, so it’s the preferred option for those with iPhones, iPads, or other Apple products.
17英寸:这很大,只有在您进行视频编辑或其他需要大量屏幕房地产的密集作品时才建议使用,并且您不介意将其拖延。但是,有许多小型桌面(例如Mac mini)that can be much simpler to transport if you’re headed somewhere with extra keyboards, mice, and monitors—or you can bring your favorite无线键盘和鼠标for a cable-free adventure.
这re can still be varying sizes within those categories—for example, the XPS 13’s smaller bezels make it much smaller than most 13-inch laptops—and sizes in between, like the 14-inch Lenovo Yoga C740. But in general, picking a size range you’re comfortable with can help narrow down the field.
You’ll also want to consider how many USB ports the laptop has, whether you need HDMI and Ethernet, and how comfortable the keyboard and trackpad are to use—this can vary quite a bit from model to model, and it’s important to get something responsive and durable.
Under the Hood
Finally, you’ll need to consider the guts: the processor, graphics chip, RAM, and storage that determine your laptop’s capabilities. For browsing the web and using office software, lower-power chips (like the Intel Core i3 processor) are adequate, though midrange chips like the i5 are ideal if they’re within your budget. 4GB of RAM is usable in a Chromebook, though even web browsing can eat up RAM these days, so 8GB to 16GB is recommended if you tend to open lots of tabs, use lots of browser extensions, and want a laptop that’ll last you well into the future—I wouldn’t advise 4GB for most Windows users these days.
No matter who you are, we recommend erring on the side of more storage rather than less—people often underestimate how much space they’ll fill up with all their music, photos, and videos over time, and it’s a hassle to lug an external drive around. Storage can be expensive, though, so if you can’t afford a 256GB solid-state drive, consider buying a laptop with an SD card slot and using a high-capacity card for cheap, expandable storage. Keep in mind internal upgradeability, too: many modern laptops solder their components onto the motherboard, meaning you can’t swap in more RAM or a bigger storage drive down the line. So either buy a laptop that keeps its components separate or spend a bit more to buy the specs you’ll need in a couple of years—not just what you need right now.
Other Laptops We Tested
HP Specter X360 14T(2020)
For a luxurious PC laptop experience, look no further than theHP幽灵14T。Its brilliant design, excellent battery life, and exceptionally snappy speed rise it to the creme de la creme of premium 2-in-1 laptops on the market. What sets it apart from its competitors is its bezel-free 3:2 screen, which gives you plenty of screen real estate for web pages, documents, spreadsheets, and more without the added weight and dead space around the screen.
While its performance isn't as breath-taking as that of the new Apple M1 Macs, it's still among the fastest laptops we've tested. For light video editing, office work, and casual games, the Spectre 14t will sing.
可悲的是,它的小身体限制了其端口的选择。只有两个Thunderbolt 4端口,一个microSD读卡器和一个耳机插孔,如果您需要USB-A或以太网端口,则需要携带几个加密狗。八个小时的电池寿命可能会让您整日,但是您可能想在桌子上使用它,因为戴尔XPS 13倾向于热运行。与竞争对手相比,这很昂贵HP Spectre 14t和theApple MacBook Pro 13, but its overall performance and function make the Dell XPS 13 it worth the extra cash.
快速,美丽且负担得起,15-inch HP Envy x360对于那些需要大型笔记本电脑的人来说,这是一个梦想,不会破产银行。在其美丽的身体内,15英寸嫉妒包装了AMD Ryzen 5处理器,其价格是其价格两倍的笔记本电脑,可用于照片编辑,轻型游戏,甚至是一些视频编辑。
这HP Envy’s 15-inch display is nothing short of glorious. It’s huge, it’s bright, it’s vibrant, and it’s touch-enabled. While the laptop is a little bulky for tablet use in 2-in-1 mode, it’s nice to have the ability to tent your laptop.
What's even more impressive is that it can hit all the marks while still delivering almost seven hours of battery life. While it doesn't outdo theMacBook Air, it's on par with other 15-inch laptops, like theHP Spectre 15或者Dell XPS 15- 戴上预算笔记本电脑状态。毫无疑问,这是其价格范围内最好的15英寸笔记本电脑之一,我们怀疑我们很快会很快看到一个值得的竞争者。
华硕的罗格思G15 AMD版是一个优势unicorn among gaming laptops. With an amazing combination of hardware components, design, features, and battery life for its price point, it’d be hard to find another laptop that has this much value. It’s also one of the best laptops Asus has put out with an AMD processor和AMD图形卡。这个形式中的这两个组成部分确实是一个值得一看的景象。
这Ryzen 9 5900HX keeps programs running at tip-top speeds so every task feels snappy. Running 50 Chrome tabs at once, rendering 3D images, transcoding 4K video, working in Excel—it all flows seamlessly.
这Radeon RX 6800M GPU keeps your games running at high frame rates. At 1080p resolution, graphically demanding games likeControlrun at 96 fps on the highest graphical settings. Esports games like守望先锋reach up to 159 fps at the same settings, although to take advantage of the Strix G15’s 300Hz display, the graphics will need to be turned down.
这main things we love about the Razer Blade 14 are its display, RGB lighting, and 1TB SSD. The QHD, 1440p IPS screen makes colors pop as bright as the keyboard lighting, and the large SSD provides enough storage space for many games that would look fantastic on the Blade 14's display. This laptop is also configured with AMD's FreeSync Premium, which helps prevent tearing or other unsightly visual artifacts on screen. Usually, AMD's FreeSync is paired with systems that have AMD graphics cards, but because this Blade 14 comes equipped with an AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX CPU, it can reap the benefits of AMD's gaming display tech too!
阻止Razer的刀片14在我们列表上更高的事情是它的电源GPU。为了防止笔记本电脑变得太热并节省了自己的性能,Razer将RTX 3070的功率限制为100W,而其他制造商则将图形卡的功率吸引到标准130W。但是,Razer的功率上限是其笔记本电脑通常比竞争对手更薄的原因之一,而且性能权衡实际上并不可怕。与类似联想的军团专业5代6, the Blade 14 gets the same performance, but it's more aesthetically pleasing.
Just about our only qualm with this laptop is its keyboard, which lacks tactile feedback and makes it hard to tell if you've pressed a key if you're a light typist. Its touchpad, on the other hand, is glossy smooth and recognizes finger gestures without a problem. The Summit Flip 13’s display is bright and vibrant, able to adapt to bright coffee shops and dark bedrooms with ease. All of the Summit Flip 13’s standout features, from its excellent touchscreen to its premium construction, help it stand tall among the fierce competition.
Its keyboard is deep and easy to type on, and it’s not as cramped as the Zenbook 13’s keyboard. The extra inch makes a difference. This model’s trackpad isn’t the glassy glider from, say, a Macbook, but it’s nonetheless comfortable to use thanks to its width and its excellent fingertip detection.
To be frank, we were not impressed with the Zenbook 14’s screen. This matte 1080p panel's black level gets darker than last gen’s glossy screen, but it’s also 70 nits dimmer at max brightness. Its colors are also a bit more washed out than those of the Zenbook 13’s display.
If you need a day’s worth of battery, a powerful processor, and a laptop that can handle occasional gaming, you may think you need to spend top dollar. Not so thanks to theHP Envy X360,它的电池寿命为8小时,而且性能令人印象深刻。
It feels almost as snappy as the latest MacBook Air, it looks just as beautiful, packs a pleasantly springy keyboard, and turns into a 2-in-1 tablet. Usually in laptops this affordable and powerful, the screen isn't as great. With the Envy x360, you get a bright, colorful screen on par with pricier ultrabook picks.
惠普真的钉啊ne, and you can't go wrong with any configuration. To get the best bang for your buck, we recommend getting an Envy x360 configured with an AMD Ryzen 5, 8GB RAM, and 256GB SSD storage. You can always upgrade the storage later with a new drive or a microSD card if you need to.
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