What type of laptop should I buy

THE BIG DECISION

Everybody must have some sort of computer, laptop or desktop is a personal choice but if you are looking to move into the laptop world then this article will help you find some hidden gems in 2017 that will help you decide what laptop to get this year.

Best laptop overall: Dell XPS 13
As an all-rounder this laptop is the best of its range.

CPU: Intel Core i3 – i7 | Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 620 – Iris Plus Graphics 640 | RAM: 4GB – 16GB | Screen: 13.3-inch FHD (1,920 x 1,080) – QHD+ (3,200 x 1,800) | Storage: 128GB – 1TB SSD

+ Faster than ever
+ Same long-lasting battery

– Still poor webcam position
– No Windows Hello via camera

Best cheap laptop: Samsung Chromebook Pro
Very cheap and reliable, running chrome OS.

CPU: 0.99Ghz Intel Core m3-6Y30 | Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 515 | RAM: 4GB | Screen: 12.3-inch, QHD (2,400 x 1,600) touchscreen | Storage: 32GB eMMC

+ Stunning, vivid screen
+ Stylus support on Chrome OS

+ Astonishingly powerful
+ Innovative and quiet cooling

– Laughable battery life

– Poor keyboard ergonomics

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Best laptop-tablet hybrid: Surface Pro
Again, Microsoft leading with the powerful tablet workstations.

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CPU: Intel Core m3 – i7 | Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 615 – Iris Plus Graphics 640 | RAM: 4GB – 16GB | Screen: 12.3-inch, 2,736 x 1,824 PixelSense display | Storage: 128GB – 1TB SSD | Connectivity: 802.11ac Wi-Fi; Bluetooth 4.1 | Camera: 8MP rear-facing, 5MP front-facing | Weight: 1.73 pounds | Size: 11.5 x 7.93 x 0.33 inches (W x D x H)