SYSTEM UPDATE
Business Traveller UK|April 2023
Whether you need a laptop with some serious power or a super lightweight model to take on the road, we round up some stellar tech solutions
DAVID PHELAN
SYSTEM UPDATE

 What are you looking for in a laptop? An all-in-one that can replace your desktop, or something that’s so light it can be your constant on-the-road companion? The good news is that even the most powerful laptops here are light enough to be taken with you, and screens are now large enough and high-resolution enough to use for your work and serve as a portable TV alternative when you’re kicking back.

Some laptops boast touch-sensitive screens – though never if it’s a Mac laptop – and others are two-in-ones, that is, the screen folds back so you can use the device like a tablet. Many have fingerprint sensors, often mounted in the power button, so you can feel extra secure.

Most laptops use Windows, and all the models in our round-up have this, apart from the MacBook Pro, which has Apple’s own macOS software. This is arguably the most intuitive to use, but lacks a full range of programmes, so check that the applications you routinely use are covered before you buy.

All the laptops here have battery life that will get you at least through your working day, though carrying a power brick will always add peace of mind against the terror of battery anxiety. Certain models offer seamless connectivity to same-brand smartphones. The MacBook Pro links with Apple devices, the Huawei Matebook X Pro has extra integration with Huawei phones and the Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra plays well with Samsung Galaxy phones. Read on to discover the best laptops, whatever your needs.

APPLE MACBOOK PRO 16-INCH

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