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Best laptops 2024: top portable picks tested by experts

We reveal the best laptops for all budgets, based on our independent tests and expert buying advice

  • Best Black Friday laptop deals 2024

    Which? computing experts have picked out the best laptop deals this Black Friday, from budget buys to top-of-the-range models, on brands such as Acer, Samsung and even Apple MacBooks

  • Best budget laptops under £200, £300 and £500

    Brands including Acer, Dell, HP and Lenovo all produce cheap laptops. We reveal some of the best budget options and how you can pick the perfect model

  • Intel, AMD or Nvidia: CPU and graphics brands explained

    When buying a computer, the three brand names you’ll see most often beyond the actual computer manufacturer are Intel, AMD and Nvidia.

  • Chromebook vs laptop: which is right for you?

    Chromebooks, Windows laptops and Apple MacBooks are all fighting for your cash. We compare the key differences and pros and cons to help you find the right model for you.

  • Best laptops for students

    We round up the best student laptops for school, college or university, based on our expert lab tests.

  • Best Windows laptops for 2024

    Looking for a Windows laptop? We explain what you need to know, and reveal the best models for all budgets.

  • Best Chromebooks for 2024

    We explain what you need to know about Chromebooks, and reveal the top Chromebooks from our extensive lab tests.

  • Best MacBooks for 2024

    Which MacBook is right for you? What's the difference between a MacBook Air and a MacBook Pro? Our expert Apple laptop guide will help you decide which is best for your budget

  • Which laptop brand to buy in 2024

    We've surveyed owners of laptops from Acer, Apple, Asus, Dell, Google, HP, Lenovo and Microsoft to reveal which are the most reliable

  • How we test laptops

    Get the lowdown on our expert laptop tests and why they mean we're not afraid to tell you the truth about the models we test

  • Which? Don't Buy laptops

    Don't Buy laptops can be tricky to spot: Thankfully, this is where we come in. Our independent lab tests uncover the Don't Buy laptops you should avoid.

  • Windows 11 requirements: check if your computer is compatible

    Use our free Windows 11 compatibility tool to see if your PC meets Windows 11 requirements.

  • USB, HDMI and more: the ultimate guide to computer ports

    Puzzled about the ports on your current computer or trying to understand what the USB-C ports on your next laptop are capable of? We explain the differences between USB, HDMI and ethernet.

  • How to free up disk space

    Hard drive full? Read our quick and easy solutions to help free up some disk space on your PC.

  • Refurbished laptops 2024: how to buy second-hand or refurbished laptops

    Choosing a refurbished laptop or a second-hand laptop can get you heavy discounts on some great technology

  • Intel processors explained: What is Core i3, i5, i7, Ultra and Pentium?

    The most confusing part of buying a computer is the array of CPUs (also known as processors). Which? explains what you need to know about Intel processors

  • SSD vs HDD: what's the difference and which is better?

    What does a solid-state drive do for a laptop that a hard-disk drive doesn't? We explain everything you need to know about picking a computer with an SSD

  • How to speed up a laptop or computer

    Viruses, bloatware and your settings can all cause your computer or laptop to run slowly. Read on to find out how to speed it up

  • Computer repair top tips

    Our computing experts offer easy tips to fix a broken laptop and solve common PC problems