Top 10 Laptops of 2023: Combination of Technology & Art

Laptops of 2023: Wide Range of Choices

Since Covid-19, technology has become an important part of everyday life. Along with tablets and smartphones, laptops are playing big part in this phenomenon. In 2023, laptops are not only being used by tech professionals, but by professionals of different fields, gamer, creative artists, designers, students, and home makers etc. Users need to understand the process of buying a laptop.

The wide range of laptops provides something for everyone. There are conventional laptops and then there are 2 in 1 laptops. Laptops also differ with respect to operating systems – Windows laptops, Chromebook laptops, and Apple laptops with macOS. Some laptops uses Intel CPU while other uses AMD CPU.

Buying laptop is an important but tricky decision. It involves juggling through economic, technological, and usability aspects. Generally someone buys a laptop thinking about a specific area which is mainly connected with profession (for professionals) or field of study (for students) or entertainment (for home makers). However, a laptop generally ends up providing a lot more than what it was initially intended for. The tricky part starts from here.

Laptops of 2023: Beyond Multi-tasking

Say, a student or a home maker buys a laptop for studying and entertainment purpose. But they end up using it to start a blog or some online business through social media. Hence the laptop is stretched beyond its initial intended purpose. Also, laptops of 2023 has a new and improved competitor – smartphones.

But the laptops of 2023 are up for the challenge. The functionality of the laptops of 2023 goes beyond multitasking – multi-activity or multi-projects – in which they, along side helping students and home makers with studies, gaming, taking images, making videos, using social media, help with starting a e-commerce site, building a travel blog, creating a YouTube site, interior designing, virtual meeting and many more functionality.

With that prelude, let’s start the list of Top 10 Laptops of 2023.

1. Apple MacBook Air M2

Powered by Apple’s second generation M2 processor, Apple MacBook Air M2 may not be a perfect laptop, but it is one of the best Laptops of 2023. Weighing at 1.24 kg and with 1.12 cm ultra-slim aluminum casing, the laptop packs a punch in terms of performance, battery life, and 13.6 inch display. It’s M2 chip boasts 1.4 times faster than its previous M1 chip which is apparent when you use the laptop. The 13.6 inch retina display, High Definition webcam and MagSafe charging add to the allure of the model.

However, the price can be a little dampener as it’s 512 GB model is almost $400 costlier than the M1 version and as costly as MacBook Pro 13″ with same M2 chip which even boasts longer battery life than the model (20 hours battery life for MacBook Pro 13″ 2022 compared to 18 hours for MacBook Air M2).

Specifications

• Operating System: Mac OS
• Processor: Apple M2
• Storage: 512 GB SSD
• RAM Memory: 8 GB
• Graphics: Apple 10-core GPU
• Battery Life: Up to 18 hours
• Display: 13.6 inch
• Wireless: Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.0
• Price: $1,499 (Apple Website)

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2. Lenovo Yoga 9i 13th Gen (14 inch, Intel)

One of the top 2 in 1 laptops of 2023 which is also a solid entry in the top 10 Laptops of 2023 list, Lenovo Yoga 9i 13th Gen (14 inch, Intel) is a 2 in 1 laptop is powered by one of the best in class Intel 13th Generation Core i7-1360P Processor. The processor provides a fast and smooth performance even with multiple tasks. The laptop gives a tough competition to MacBook and other entries in the list with it’s ultra-fast performance, smooth and glossy design, and amazing OLED 4K to 2.8K display.

A full 1080p HD webcam, 512 GB SSD and 16 GB RAM makes it an all-round performer. It has Wifi 6E and Bluetooth 5.2. Two USB 3.2 ports and two Thunderbolt 4 port which provide convenience to the user with regard to connectivity.

Windows 11 Home version is a let down (Although can be upgraded to Pro with extra cost). Also, Intel Iris Xe Graphics is decent but not extra-ordinary. Upgrading both these features, would make the Lenovo Yoga 9i topple Apple counterpart in the top 10 Laptops of 2023 list. But then, with almost similar price tag (around $1400), it is a worthy challenger.

Specifications

• Operating System: Windows 11 Home 64
• Processor: Intel 13th Generation Core i7-1360P
• Storage: 512 GB SSD
• RAM Memory: 16 GB
• Graphics: Intel Iris Xe Graphics
• Battery Life: Up to 14 hours
• Display: 14 inch 2.8K to 4K OLED
• Wireless: Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.2.
• Price: $1,399 (Lenovo Website)

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3. Apple MacBook Pro M2 (13 Inch)

Another solid entry by Apple in the list of top 10 laptops of 2023. Just like MacBook Air M2, this model is also powered by Apple’s latest M2 chip which is more powerful than the previous M1. With 8 core Central Processing Unit and 10 Core Graphics Processing Unit, doing multiple tasks is like a breeze. It can handle long hours of heavy task be it graphics related or related to various apps and functions.

Its 13.3 inch display screen with 2560 x 1600 resolutions provide a satisfactory display experience be it image or videos. Its 227 pixels per inch feature and 500 nits brightness gives a high quality display which can handle multimedia with heavy graphics. Just like its Macbook Air M2 companion, MacBook Pro M2 has only two thunderbolt/USB 4 ports which limits the overall connectivity options.

However, its 20 hours battery life is a overwhelming plus points which will probably be the best in any list of top laptops of 2023. This model also boasts a HD webcam which would add new dimensions to virtual meetings. Unfortunately, unlike MacBook Air M2, this version (13″) does not have a MagSafe charging port – a huge drawback.

Specifications

• Operating System: Mac OS
• Processor: Apple M2
• Storage: 512 GB SSD
• RAM Memory: 8 GB
• Graphics: Apple 10-core GPU
• Battery Life: Up to 20 hours
• Display: 13.3 inch
• Wireless: Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.0
• Price: $1,299 (Amazon Website)

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4. Dell XPS 15 OLED

Dell XPS 15 OLED – a powerful everyday laptop which can easily be used for gaming – packs a punch. One of the best windows laptops of 2023 which can give MacBook Air M2 a run for its money. With 4K resolution (almost), Infinity Edge, anti-glare, 15.6 inch OLED display, Dell XPS is one of those laptops of 2023 which is build for creative people who need to do heavy image and video editing work.

But, with build in Windows 11 Pro, 12th Generation Intel Core i7, 512 GB SSD, and 16 GB RAM memory, the model will not disappoint those who are into heavy data related work or into gaming. It has NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 GPU which provides a good multimedia experience and can handle high definition and complicated multimedia tasks.

Specifications

• Operating System: Windows 11 Pro
• Processor: 12th Generation Intel Core i7-12700H
• Storage: 512 GB SSD
• RAM Memory: 16GB
• Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050
• Battery Life: Up to 12 hours
• Display: 15.6 inch
• Wireless: Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2
• Price: $1,509 (Dell Website)

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5. Microsoft Surface Pro 9 (2022)

Microsoft Surface Pro 9 is one of the best 2 in 1 laptops of 2023. It provides portability of a tablet and convenience and power of a laptop. With 13 inch of screen, ambient color sensors, and 2880 x 1920 resolution, it makes you feel like the images and their color have come to life. The laptop is powered by 12th Gen Intel Core i7-1255U Processor which is lightening fast and can compete with any conventional laptop with its performance. The graphics is powered by Intel Iris Xe which provides a decent enough performance.

With just 0.9 kg in weight and 0.94 cm thickness, it can be carried anywhere. With MTC Stylus Pen, it is easy to navigate. With Wifi 6 and Blutooth 5.1, the connectivity is seamless. However, its Wifi and Bluetooth are not latest. Its Wifi is not 6E which is better and faster than installed Wifi 6. Its Bluetooth could have been 5.2 which is better than installed 5.1. This model has the RAM of 16 GB and 512 GB SSD and with a price tag of $1800, this is one of the top Windows laptops of 2023 available to Windows lovers.

Specifications

• Operating System: Windows 11 Home
• Processor: 12th Generation Intel Core i7-1255U
• Storage: 512 GB SSD
• RAM Memory: 16GB
• Graphics: Intel Iris Xe Graphics
• Battery Life: Around 15-16 hours
• Display: 13 inch
• Wireless: Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.1
• Price: $1,847 (Amazon)

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6. Acer Swift Go 14 Inch

Acer Swift Go 14″ is an incredible sleek and light Laptop with amazing fast performance which provides a great value for money. Powered by 13th Generation Intel Core i7-1355U processor and Intel Iris Xe graphics, it is an al-round laptop which can be used by professionals, creative persons, students and home makers. Doing multitasking including heavy graphics work, can be a walk in the park for this one.

With 1.5 cm thickness and 1.25 kg weight, it can make even it’s Apple counterparts jealous. Its 14 inch 1920 x 1200 display provides an exhilarating multimedia experience with exuberant and vibrant colors. Two USB 3.2 ports and two Thunderbolt ports provides a seamless connectivity with other devices. With latest Wifi 6E and Bluetooth 5.1, the wireless connectivity is top class. Pricing at less than $900, this laptop provides best value for money and can be in multiple top 10 Laptops of 2023 lists.

Specifications

• Operating System: Windows 11 Home
• Processor: 13th Gen Intel Core i7-1355U
• Storage: 512 GB SSD
• RAM Memory: 16 GB
• Graphics: Intel Iris Xe Graphics
• Battery Life: Around 8 hours
• Display: 14 inch
• Wireless: Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.1.
• Price: $899 (Amazon)

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7. HP Spectre X360 16″

HP Spectre X360 (16″) is an impactful laptop with 12th Generation intel core i7-12700H processor. With 8 core CPU and 15 hours battery life, it provides a sufficient bandwidth for heavy workload and multimedia tasks. Windows 11 Home provides a decent performance. Intel Iris Xe Graphics is good for various multimedia activities. Doing multiple tasks at once will not negatively effects its speed or performance. It is a solid entry in the list of 2-in-1 laptops of 2023 and it also proudly takes a decent spot in the list of top 10 laptops of 2023.

Its 3K+ 16 inch, 3072 x 1920 resolution, anti-reflection, and multi-touch display provides a soothing viewing experience while working on various multi-media related tasks. With MPP 2. Tilt Pen, its navigation capabilities are decent. It provides 2 Thunderbolt ports and one super-speed USB port which enhances connectivity options. For wireless connectivity, it has latest Wifi 6E technology and Bluetooth 5 version.

Specifications

• Operating System: Windows 11 Home
• Processor: 12th Generation Intel Core i7-12700H
• Storage: 512 GB SSD
• RAM Memory: 16 GB
• Graphics: Intel Iris Xe Graphics
• Battery Life: Around 15 hours
• Display: 16 inch
• Wireless: Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.
• Price: $1,400 (BestBuy)

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8. Lenovo Yoga 7i 16 inch (2023)

One can make a list of top laptops of 2023 or top 2-in-1 laptops of 2023 or top budget laptops of 2023 or top student’s laptops of 2023 and, Lenovo Yoga 7i 14 inch (2023) would fit into any of these lists. The appeal of this laptop depends on its attractive features which come with a manageable price tag. This would serve a professional, a creative person, a home maker and even a student who is looking for a good laptop with value for money.

12th Gen Intel Core i7-1260 gives a powerful fast performance through which multiple tasks, including heavy digital creative works, can be performed with ease. Windows Home 11 64 as operating system and Intel Iris Xe Graphics a GPU do a good job considering the price tag. 16 inch, 2.5K, 2560×1600 resolution with 400 nit and 60Hz provide a decent experience. However, for ultra high definition multimedia, experience can be little disappointing.

With two USB ports and two Thunderbolt ports, Yoga 7i can easily be connected with other devices. With regard to Wireless connection, it has latest Wifi 6E and Bluetooth 5.1. However, the battery life of around 10 hours can definitely be improved.

Specifications

• Operating System: Windows 11 Home
• Processor: 12th Generation Intel Core i7-1260P
• Storage: 512 GB SSD
• RAM Memory: 16 GB
• Graphics: Intel Iris Xe Graphics
• Battery Life: Around 10 hours
• Display: 16 inch
• Wireless: Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.1.
• Price: $970 (Lenovo Website)

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9. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11

Powered by 13th Generation Intel Core i7-1355U Processor, Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 is another worthy entry by Lenovo to the Top 10 Laptops of 2023. Coupled with Windows 11 Pro, it can handle heavy workload.

Integrated Intel Iris Xe Graphics provides a decent experience although it could have been better, especially looking at the price tag of $1,877. The battery life of 5-6 hours also needs an improvement.

Nonetheless, its 14 inch screen with 1920 x 1200 resolutions, anti-glare, with 400 nits provides a decent screen display. Its Full HD 1080p webcam is a welcome feature. Two Thunderbolt 4 ports and two USB 3.2 ports provides good connectivity options. It has latest Wifi 6E technology and the Bluetooth is 5.1 which is pretty good on it own.

Specifications

• Operating System: Windows 11 Pro
• Processor: 13th Generation Intel Core i7-1355U
• Storage: 512 GB SSD
• RAM Memory: 16 GB
• Graphics: Intel Iris Xe Graphics
• Battery Life: Around 5-6 hours
• Display: 14 inch
• Wireless: Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.1.
• Price: $1,877 (Lenovo Website)

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10. Asus ZenBook Pro Duo 15 OLED

Asus ZenBook Pro Duo 15″ is a beast in its own right and enters with the list of top 10 Laptops of 2023 with its performance, graphics, display and storage capacity. It has 12th Generation Intel Core i7-12700H Processor has 14 Cores and 20 threads with base clock speed of 2.3GHz which can go up to 4.7GHz. For Graphics Processing Unit, it has NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060.

Above combination of CPU and GPU, along with windows 11 Pro makes it a winner for business professionals, creative artists and even for gamer, all of whom will find its blazing performance and amazing graphics more than satisfactory. 1 TB SSD provides ample storage facility. It has 15.6 inch 4K, 3840 x 2160 resolution and OLED display with 550 nits brightness which is quite good even working outside in a Sunny day.

It has 2 USB 3.2 ports and one Thunderbolt 3 port. Having a Thunderbolt 4 would have made it even more competitive. Wifi 6 and Bluetooth 5 could have been upgraded to higher versions which would have been commensurate with its hefty price tag. Also a battery life of up to 7 hours is a let down.

However, with fast and blazing performance, amazing display, and storage factor, this laptop is a worthy entry to the top laptops of 2023 and it definitely packs a punch.

Specifications

• Operating System: Windows 11 Pro
• Processor: 12th Generation Intel Core i7-12700H
• Storage: 1 TB SSD
• RAM Memory: 16 GB
• Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060
• Battery Life: Up to 6-7 hours
• Display: 15.6 inch
• Wireless: Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.
• Price: $1,899 (Amazon)

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*For this review, we have chosen one particular model of the brand. The specifications can vary depending on model.

**The prices can vary according to model of Laptop and shopping platform.

Disclaimer: This article is for information purpose only. Do not make a buying decision solely base on this article. Do your own research before making any purchase.