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The PCWorld Guide to Laptops

From Chromebooks and budget laptops to high-end models for gaming and content creation, the expert editors at PCWorld give you all the advice you need. We bring you the latest laptop news, reviews, buying advice and best buys, deals and tutorials.

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Latest Laptop Reviews

Lenovo Yoga 7a review: A capable 2-in-1 with weak graphics
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Lenovo Yoga 7a review: A capable 2-in-1 with weak graphics

The Lenovo Yoga 7a is a 2-in-1 with a good range of connectivity, attractive OLED displays, and nice extras like a 1440p webcam, though the AMD Radeon 840M integrated GPU lets it down in graphics tests.
By Matthew S. Smith 15 hours ago
Dell XPS 16 (2026) review: A beautiful laptop with compromises
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Dell XPS 16 (2026) review: A beautiful laptop with compromises

The Dell XPS 16 (2026) is a great-looking laptop with some solid hardware, but other devices are much more practical, pleasant to use, and (often) more affordable.
By Mark Knapp 1 week ago
Asus TUF Gaming A14 review: Great performance, just not for gaming
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Asus TUF Gaming A14 review: Great performance, just not for gaming

Though it has “gaming” in its name, the Asus TUF Gaming A14 makes more sense as a general-purpose creative or AI workstation that can also handle games when it’s time to clock out.
By Matthew S. Smith 2 weeks ago
Targus Thunderbolt 5 Triple Video dock review: Beware the catch
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Targus Thunderbolt 5 Triple Video dock review: Beware the catch

The Targus Thunderbolt 5 Triple Video Docking Station with 140W EPR Power Delivery (DOCK230) tries hard to make you love it, with extra adapter cables and a well-made construction. But its support for three displays is dependent on your hardware, and it's expensive to boot.
By Mark Hachman 4 weeks ago
Lenovo ThinkPad P16v Gen 3 review: Powerful, but hard to recommend
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Lenovo ThinkPad P16v Gen 3 review: Powerful, but hard to recommend

The Lenovo ThinkPad P16v Gen 3 won’t be for everyone. Its performance is good, but it’s no match for consumer-aimed models that also cost significantly less.
By Mark Knapp 4 weeks ago
Lenovo ThinkPad T1g review: A jack of all trades, but it works
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Lenovo ThinkPad T1g review: A jack of all trades, but it works

The Lenovo ThinkPad T1g doesn’t excel in any one area, but good-enough performance across the board, along with its durable design and large keyboard, make it a good choice for work and play.
By Matthew S. Smith 1 month ago
Acer Swift 16 AI review: An incredible OLED laptop that lasts all day
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Acer Swift 16 AI review: An incredible OLED laptop that lasts all day

The Acer Swift 16 AI delivers incredible performance and even manages to provide a decent gaming experience thanks to Intel's Panther Lake hardware. But, while the display is beautiful, it's also prone to reflections.
By Chris Hoffman 1 month ago
MacBook Neo review: The first cheap laptop that isn't cheap
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MacBook Neo review: The first cheap laptop that isn't cheap

Don't call this $599 laptop 'cheap.' It meets Apple's high standards, and then some.
By Roman Loyola 1 month ago
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Latest Laptop News

Anker's 2-in-1 docking station with pop-out hub hits its best price
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Anker's 2-in-1 docking station with pop-out hub hits its best price

Anker's 13-port docking station with a detachable 6-port travel hub is now down to $110 (was $150) at Amazon.
By Gabriela Vatu 15 hours ago
This Lenovo Legion 5i with RTX 5060, 32GB RAM, and OLED is $400 off
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This Lenovo Legion 5i with RTX 5060, 32GB RAM, and OLED is $400 off

Complete with Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX and a 1TB SSD, that's a lot of firepower for a laptop that's now $1,299 (was $1,699) at B&H.
By Gabriela Vatu 15 hours ago
Today’s best laptop deals: Save big on work, school, home use, and gaming
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Today’s best laptop deals: Save big on work, school, home use, and gaming

These are the best deals on home use laptops, gaming laptops, and Chromebooks we can find, updated every weekday.
By Ashley Biancuzzo 16 hours ago
Acer's RTX 5070 Helios Neo 16 AI drops to $1,500 (now $350 off)
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Acer's RTX 5070 Helios Neo 16 AI drops to $1,500 (now $350 off)

The Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI with RTX 5070 GPU, 32GB RAM, and 1600p 240Hz display offers serious gaming at a discount.
By Gabriela Vatu 2 days ago
Investigation: Are RAM prices dropping, or is it all illusion?
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Investigation: Are RAM prices dropping, or is it all illusion?

The short answer is…no. A few months of high but flat prices, and a few small dips, don't signal a return to sanity for consumer-level memory and storage.
By Michael Crider 2 days ago
Why Microsoft is raising laptop prices as Apple makes productivity cheaper
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Why Microsoft is raising laptop prices as Apple makes productivity cheaper

Analysts say Apple’s control over chips, memory strategy, and margins gives it pricing power Microsoft and other PC makers lack.
By Mark Hachman 5 days ago
InnoView's 1200p portable monitor hits $90, its lowest price ever
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InnoView's 1200p portable monitor hits $90, its lowest price ever

InnoView's 16-inch 1200p 180Hz portable monitor is perfect for work, gaming, and leisure. Snag it for 30% off at Amazon.
By Gabriela Vatu 5 days ago
This Legion 5i with RTX 5060 and OLED display is $300 off today
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This Legion 5i with RTX 5060 and OLED display is $300 off today

Lenovo's Legion 5i gaming laptop is now $1,399 (was $1,699) at B&H. It has a Core Ultra 7, 32GB RAM, and crisp 2560×1600 resolution.
By Gabriela Vatu 6 days ago
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Latest Laptop Best Picks

Best Chromebooks 2026: Top picks for work, school, and more
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Best Chromebooks 2026: Top picks for work, school, and more

Looking for the best Chromebook in 2026? Our expert reviews cover top models for work, school, and entertainment — they've been tested for battery life, performance, and value.
By Ashley Biancuzzo 2 days ago
Best laptops 2026: Premium, budget, gaming, 2-in-1, and more
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Best laptops 2026: Premium, budget, gaming, 2-in-1, and more

To find the best laptops, we employ thorough hands-on, testing-based evaluations of laptop PCs from all the top brands. Our recommendations pinpoint the best budget, premium, gaming laptop, 2-in-1's, and even Chromebook.
By Ashley Biancuzzo 7 days ago
Best laptops for engineering students: Top 5 picks for power and portability
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Best laptops for engineering students: Top 5 picks for power and portability

Looking for a solid laptop for engineering? We’ve got you covered.
By Ashley Biancuzzo 1 week ago
Best laptops for college students: 7 picks for every budget
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Best laptops for college students: 7 picks for every budget

Finding the best laptop for college can be tricky. Our 2026 guide breaks down top laptops for students, from affordable Chromebooks to premium 2-in-1s and gaming rigs.
By Ashley Biancuzzo 1 week ago
The best gaming laptops: 5 top options for portable performance
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The best gaming laptops: 5 top options for portable performance

Discover the best gaming laptops of 2025! Our expert reviews cover top picks for every budget, key features to look for, and all the specs that matter for serious gaming.
By Ashley Biancuzzo 2 weeks ago
Best laptops under $500: Affordable picks that will satisfy
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Best laptops under $500: Affordable picks that will satisfy

Need a laptop that won’t break the bank but still gets stuff done? We picked the best laptops under $500 that can easily handle your day-to-day workloads.
By Ashley Biancuzzo and Sam Singleton 2 weeks ago
Best USB-C hubs and dongles: Add ports to your laptop or tablet
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Best USB-C hubs and dongles: Add ports to your laptop or tablet

Tested and approved: We'll tell you which USB-C hub or dongle to buy for your laptop or tablet, based on our hands-on evaluation of more than a dozen products.
By Mark Hachman 3 weeks ago
Best webcams: Top picks and expert buying advice
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Best webcams: Top picks and expert buying advice

We test and recommend the best webcams for Windows PCs including both 1080p, premium 4K webcams plus budget webcam options. We'll also advise you on what you should buy and why.
By Mark Hachman 3 weeks ago
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Latest Laptop How Tos

Why your 'fast' PC feels slow: Blame your RAM
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Why your 'fast' PC feels slow: Blame your RAM

Fast CPU, slow PC? Find out if RAM is holding you back (and how to fix it).
By Friedrich Stiemer 2 weeks ago
Most laptop docks ignore wireless charging. These 3 don't
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Most laptop docks ignore wireless charging. These 3 don't

I review dozens of wireless docking stations, both USB-C and Thunderbolt, and the lack of wireless charging always puzzled me. So I went hunting.
By Mark Hachman 1 month ago
10 steps every new laptop owner should take ASAP for the best setup
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10 steps every new laptop owner should take ASAP for the best setup

New laptop with Windows 11? These 10 steps ensure top performance, data protection, and convenience — for a perfect setup right from the start.
By Steffen Zellfelder 5 months ago
Master your BIOS: 8 tweaks that unlock hidden PC performance
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Master your BIOS: 8 tweaks that unlock hidden PC performance

Whether it's a self-built gaming machine or a fresh-from-the-store office PC, the right BIOS/UEFI settings can make a world of difference.
By Steffen Zellfelder 6 months ago
How to clean a USB-C port
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How to clean a USB-C port

If you have USB-C ports with built up dust and grime, here's how to clean them in just a few minutes.
By Dominic Bayley 6 months ago
The best Prime Day Chromebook deal has the lousiest discount. Don't be fooled!
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The best Prime Day Chromebook deal has the lousiest discount. Don't be fooled!

Don't be fooled by eye-popping discounts: The Lenovo IdeaPad 3i is the best deal on a Chromebook for Amazon's October Prime Day event, simply because it offers everything you want at an already fantastic price.
By Mark Hachman 7 months ago
6 warning signs that you need a new laptop
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6 warning signs that you need a new laptop

Slow, hot, and always running out of battery? These 6 signs reveal when your old laptop has reached the end of its life—and which models are worth buying today.
By Steffen Zellfelder 7 months ago
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When my tech gear needs repairing, I always check this website first

If you've got a tricky repair you need to do, this website can show make it a lot easier!
By Dominic Bayley 8 months ago
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