The best Windows laptops run an impressive gamut, from Qualcomm-powered workhorses that refuse to die to dual-display stunners and subtle gaming stations. (Some of them, dare we say, will tempt even the most devoted Apple Macbook disciples.) Users who need a new laptop for everyday productivity, creativity, or entertainment have no shortage of options. And that's for better or worse.
To help you pick out your next PC from the crowded Windows market, we've broken out our best laptops rundown into this separate guide to the best Windows machines of 2024. All of these laptops have been thoroughly hands-on tested by Mashable staff members or contributors for performance and build quality, and we stand by their value — or at least think they're worth finding on sale.
Keep reading to learn more about our favorite Windows laptops. As of October 2024, our top pick is the 13-inch Microsoft Surface Laptop 7, an elegant workhorse with MacBook-beating performance and some fun AI features. FYI: We've listed the pricing and specs of our testing units, which may not apply to each laptop's base model.