Often, people, especially those who want to join our Tech Community do ask me the best laptop to buy. When it comes to laptops, especially business laptops, there are several models that are widely regarded as top choices due to their performance, reliability, and business-focused features. And the factors below are to be considered before you purchase one:
1. CPU: There are two big players in this area – Intel and AMD. Intel’s core processors include Corei3, Corei5, Corei7, Corei9 & n-generation (evo, vPro), while AMD’s Ryzen processors are Ryzen3, Ryzen5, Ryzen7, Ryzen9 and the Ryzen Threadripper. Corei5 & Ryzen5 upwards should do your work.
2. RAM: 8-16 GB RAM should do any kind of work thrown at it.
3. Storage: Hard disk drives (HDD) or Solid-state drives (SSD)? HDD has a larger capacity, slower, cheaper, and easy to crash, while solid-state drives (SSD) are faster, last longer, smaller, and expensive.
4. Display: OLED anyday.
5. Battery life: Laptops that last minimum of 8 hours+ on first charge should do.
6. Ports & connectivity: USB, HDMI, Ethernet, Webcam, and Wi-Fi, etc are a must have.
7. Operating System: The big players are Windows, MacOS, ChromeOS, and Linux. Choose the one you’re familiar with. Of course, it is Windows.
8. Graphics: Any of Intel UHD/Iris XE, NVIDIA GeForce or AMD Radeon Integrated should serve.
5 Best Business Laptops:
1. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon G11: This laptop is highly regarded for its exceptional build quality, durability, robust security features, and outstanding keyboard. It offers a sleek design, powerful performance, and long battery life (17 hours), making it an excellent choice for business professionals.
In terms of durability, ThinkPads are built to perform and engineered to endure, and have you covered in the office, out in the field, and everywhere in between. They are tested against 12 military-grade requirements and more than 200 quality checks to ensure they run in extreme conditions. From the arctic wilderness to desert dust storms, from zero-gravity to spills and drops, you can trust your ThinkPad device to handle whatever life throws your way.
This is evidence, as ThinkPad has been to the top of Mount Everest, the depths of the ocean, and the canopies of rain forests. NASA embraced the ThinkPad on both the International and the Mir Space Stations. It’s even in the permanent collection at the Museum of Modern Art in NY. No small wonder then, that over 100 million and counting of these reliable devices have been sold.
2. Dell Latitude 9420: The Latitude 9420 is a premium business laptop with a focus on productivity and collaboration. It features a spacious and comfortable keyboard, a bright and vibrant display, and strong performance. It also offers advanced security features and a variety of configuration options.
3. HP EliteBook 840 G8: The EliteBook 840 G8 is a reliable and versatile business laptop with a sleek design and impressive performance. It offers a range of security features, excellent audio quality, and a variety of connectivity options. It also boasts long battery life and a comfortable keyboard.
4. Apple MacBook Pro (M1 Chip): For those who prefer macOS, the MacBook Pro with Apple’s M1 chip delivers exceptional performance and energy efficiency. It features a stunning Retina display, a comfortable keyboard, and a premium build quality. The M1 chip provides remarkable speed and responsiveness for demanding business tasks.
5. Microsoft Surface Laptop 4: The Surface Laptop 4 combines elegance, portability, and performance. It offers a sleek design, a vibrant touchscreen display, and a comfortable keyboard. The laptop provides solid performance for business tasks and delivers a seamless Windows 11 experience.
On a final thought, the “best laptop” depends on your budget, as na your money ki/ll am. Lol However, you can always buy a fairly used model.
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