Finest Laptop of 2016
1. Best hybrid
Microsoft Surface Pro 4
A host of small refinements cements the Surface Pro 4s position as the best-in-class Windows tablet -- so long as youre prepared to pay extra for the required keyboard cover accessory.
Price: $896.99 - $899.00
4 Stars
EXCELLENT
2. Best battery life
Apple MacBook Pro 13-inch (2015)
While the upcoming 12-inch MacBook has all the buzz, this 13-inch system gets a handful of updates to remain a top choice for combining power and portability.
Price: $1,199.00 - $1,299.00
4 Stars
EXCELLENT
3.Best ultraportable laptop
Apple MacBook (2015)
If you can live with its limitations, the new 12-inch MacBook delivers a groundbreaking design that points the way to the next chapter in laptops.
Price: $1,219.00 - $1,299.00 Check Prices
4 Stars
EXCELLENT
4. Best 13-inch Windows laptop
Dell XPS 13 Non-touch (2015)
Taking a second look at the new XPS 13, this lower-end version costs less and has better battery life, but isnt as tightly designed.
Price: $899.00 - $899.99 Check Prices
4 Stars
EXCELLENT
5. Best full-time laptop, part-time tablet
Microsoft Surface Book
While its not nearly as refined as the new fourth-gen Surface Pro, Microsofts Surface Book is a powerful, feature-filled premium hybrid that doesnt forget its a laptop first.
Price: $1,449.00 - $1,499.00 Check Prices
4 Stars
EXCELLENT
6. Best lightweight laptop
Lenovo LaVie Z HZ550
Despite a few design quirks that make it feel less than premium, the Lenovo LaVie Z cant be beat for a combination of light weight and processor power.
Price: $999.00 - $1,199.99 Check Prices
4 Stars
EXCELLENT
