Laptop Reviews - Buying Guide and Top Picks

Best 16-inch laptops in 2023

By Momo Tabari last updated 22 May 23

Check out the best 16-inch laptops for every budget and use case

MacBook Air vs. MacBook Pro: MacBook Air M1 on the left with the lid open facing away from camera. MacBook Pro 16 M2 Max on the right with the display open facing the screen.

MacBook Air vs. MacBook Pro: Which Mac should you buy in 2023?

By Sean Riley last updated 17 May 23

Should I pick the MacBook Air vs. MacBook Pro is a question we get all the time. We've tested and reviewed every MacBook to find which one is right for you.

Best MacBook for college - MacBook Air M2

Best MacBook for college students in 2023

By Sean Riley last updated 16 May 23

Here are the best Apple laptops for college students

Best 15-inch laptops 2023

By Darragh Murphy, Rael Hornby last updated 15 May 23

When 17-inch laptops are too big and 13-inch notebooks don't have enough screen real estate, 15-inch laptops are there to fill that midsize hole in your life.

The best 4K laptops in 2023

By Rami Tabari last updated 3 May 23

Here the best 4K laptops you can buy right now, including 2-in-1s, gaming notebooks and workstations.

Best college laptops in 2023

By Sean Riley last updated 26 April 23

Every college student needs a laptop, but there are so many choices. We've put together a list of the best college laptops for students.

Best MacBook in 2023: Which Apple laptop is best?

By Sean Riley last updated 21 April 23

From the MacBook Air to the 16-inch MacBook Pro, this guide will help you find the best MacBook Apple has to offer.

The best laptops under $1,000 in 2023

By Jason England last updated 13 April 23

We round up the best laptops under $1,000 in 2023.

Best Chromebook game 2023

By Henry T. Casey published 5 March 23

The best Chromebook games are fun, entertaining, and most importantly, compatible with Chrome OS. Here are our top picks for the best Chromebook games.

Best laptops with CD and DVD drives in 2023

By Kimberly Gedeon last updated 3 January 23

The best laptops with CD-DVD drives

Best laptop for photo editing in 2023

By Mark Anthony Ramirez published 8 November 22

The best laptops for photo editing offer high-resolution displays, ultra-powerful specs and portable designs. Here are our top picks for the best laptops for photo editing.

HP Elite Dragonfly Chromebook review: The corner office Chromebook

By Sean Riley last updated 11 October 22

One flaw holds back the otherwise stellar (if pricey) Elite Dragonfly Chromebook

Dell XPS 13 (Model 9310, 4K) review

By Sherri L. Smith last updated 9 August 22

Editor's Choice

The Dell XPS 13 bundles a stunning 4K display, great performance and a comfortable keyboard into a svelte, premium chassis.

Dell G5 15 SE (2020) review

By Rami Tabari last updated 9 August 22

Editor's Choice

The Dell G5 15 SE (2020) sports a super fast CPU and great battery life, but its middling graphics performance and chunky design weigh it down.

Asus ROG Strix GL753 Review

By Andrew E. Freedman last updated 9 August 22

The Asus ROG Strix GL753 offers gaming on a budget with a comfortable keyboard and vivid display, but it struggles with intensive titles at high settings.

Dell XPS 13 (2020) review

By Sherri L. Smith last updated 9 August 22

Editor's Choice

The Dell XPS 13 (2020) ditches all the bezels, gets even smaller and more powerful.

HP Envy 13 (2021) review

By Phillip Tracy last updated 9 August 22

Editor's Choice

HP's Envy 13 re-establishes itself as a top value pick, combining a modern design, fast performance, and long battery life at a reasonable price.

The best gaming accessories for your laptop

By Sherri L. Smith published 10 July 22

To get the best gaming experience, you'll need a sweet gaming headset; a wicked-fast mouse; and a sharp, colorful monitor to put on your desk. But that's not all.