Laptops By Sizes in Inches: Finding Your Perfect Fit (A YES Gadgets Ke Guide)
When choosing a new laptop, one of the most fundamental decisions you’ll make is about its size. Measured diagonally across the screen, a laptop’s display size (in inches) directly impacts its portability, usability, performance, and overall user experience. From ultra-compact companions to expansive desktop replacements, each size category offers a unique set of advantages and considerations.
At YES Gadgets Ke (https://yesgadgets.co.ke), we understand that finding the right laptop size is crucial for your workflow and lifestyle. We are proud to be the most authorized and reputable seller of laptops of all sizes from the top brands in Kenya. Our diverse selection ensures you’ll find the perfect balance of screen real estate, portability, and power to meet your specific needs.
Ready to explore the world of laptops by size and find your ideal match? Let’s dive in!
Understanding Laptop Screen Sizes
Laptop screen sizes typically range from 10 inches up to 18 inches. Each size caters to different user profiles and use cases:
* Smaller Screens (10-13 inches): Prioritize extreme portability and often feature fanless designs for silent operation. Ideal for students, frequent travelers, and those who need a secondary, highly mobile device.
* Mid-Range (14-15 inches): The most popular and versatile sizes, offering a balance of screen real estate, performance, and portability. Suitable for a wide range of users, from professionals to general consumers.
* Larger Screens (16-18 inches): Maximize screen real estate for immersive experiences, productivity, and high-performance tasks like gaming or content creation. Often come with more powerful components but are less portable.
Let’s explore the advantages, disadvantages, and specific examples for each size range and brand available at YES Gadgets Ke.
1. 10-13 Inch Laptops: The Ultimate in Portability
Laptops in this size category are designed for maximum portability, often featuring lightweight designs and long battery life. They are perfect for on-the-go productivity, note-taking, and basic media consumption.
Advantages:
* Extreme Portability: Lightweight and compact, easy to carry in small bags.
* Long Battery Life: Smaller components and lower power consumption often lead to extended battery life.
* Ideal for Travel: Perfect for use in cramped spaces like airplanes or cafes.
* Affordable (Chromebooks): Many smaller laptops, especially Chromebooks, offer great value.
Disadvantages:
* Limited Screen Real Estate: Can feel cramped for multitasking or complex tasks.
* Smaller Keyboards/Touchpads: May be less comfortable for extended typing.
* Less Powerful Components: Typically feature lower-power processors, making them unsuitable for demanding tasks.
* Fewer Ports: Due to their thinness, they often have limited connectivity options.
Examples of 10-13 Inch Laptops (Available at YES Gadgets Ke):
Acer:
* Acer Chromebook Spin 311 (11.6-inch): Ultra-portable convertible Chromebook.
* Acer Chromebook 311 (11.6-inch): Basic, lightweight Chromebook for education/light use.
* Acer Aspire 1 (11.6-inch): Entry-level Windows laptop for basic tasks.
* Acer Chromebook Spin 713 (13.5-inch 3:2): Premium convertible Chromebook with excellent display.
* Acer TravelMate Spin B3 (11.6-inch): Rugged convertible for education.
* Acer Swift 1 (13.3-inch, older models): Budget-friendly ultrabook.
* Acer Chromebook 511 (11.6-inch): Compact and durable Chromebook.
* Acer TravelMate B118 (11.6-inch): Business-oriented, compact notebook.
* Acer Aspire 3 (11.6-inch, some configurations): Basic, value-focused laptop.
* Acer Chromebook 712 (12-inch 3:2): Educational Chromebook with a taller display.
* Acer Spin 1 (11.6-inch): Entry-level convertible.
* Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 (12.3-inch, some models): While part of a larger series, some specific convertible models might fit.
* Acer Swift X 14 (12.x-inch, if any future models appear): Currently 14+, but future ultra-compact designs might emerge.
* Older Aspire/TravelMate series: Many older entry-level models were offered in 10-12 inch sizes.
* Acer One 10/10.1 (Detachable): Tablet with detachable keyboard, often around 10-inches.
Apple MacBook:
* MacBook Air 13-inch (M1/M2/M3 – 13.6-inch actual display): The most popular and highly portable MacBook Air, offering fantastic performance and battery life in a compact design.
* MacBook Pro 13-inch (M1/M2): Compact professional laptop with a 13.3-inch Retina display.
* MacBook (12-inch, Discontinued): Ultra-thin and light, no longer in production but can be found refurbished.
* Older MacBook Air 11-inch (Discontinued): Extremely portable, a classic for lightweight computing.
* Any future ultra-compact MacBooks: While currently limited to 13-inch as the smallest, Apple occasionally explores smaller form factors.
* Note: Apple’s lineup is highly streamlined, so fewer distinct “15 examples” within a narrow size range exist for current models.
Asus:
* Asus Chromebook Flip C214 (11.6-inch): Durable convertible Chromebook for education.
* Asus Chromebook CX1101 (11.6-inch): Lightweight and affordable Chromebook.
* Asus VivoBook Go 11 (11.6-inch): Entry-level Windows laptop.
* Asus E210/E203 (11.6-inch): Compact and budget-friendly Windows notebooks.
* Asus Chromebook C204 (11.6-inch): Rugged Chromebook for students.
* Asus ExpertBook B3 Detachable (10.5-inch): Tablet with a detachable keyboard, ultra-portable.
* Asus Chromebook Flip CM3 (12-inch): Convertible Chromebook with a taller display.
* Asus ZenBook 13 (older models, e.g., UX330, UX331 – 13.3-inch): Often among the lightest traditional laptops.
* Asus ZenBook S 13 OLED (13.3-inch): Ultra-slim and premium ultrabook.
* Asus ExpertBook B5 Flip (13.3-inch): Lightweight business convertible.
* Asus ROG Flow Z13 (13.4-inch): Powerful gaming tablet with a detachable keyboard.
* Asus Chromebook CX1 (11.6-inch): Basic and robust Chromebook.
* Asus Chromebook Flip CX3 (14-inch, but some older smaller versions exist): Check specific model numbers for smaller variants.
* Asus VivoBook 13 Slate OLED (13.3-inch): Detachable OLED tablet.
* Asus ExpertBook B1 (13.3-inch): Business laptop in a compact form factor.
Dell:
* Dell XPS 13 (13.4-inch): Premium ultrabook, consistently one of the best 13-inch Windows laptops.
* Dell XPS 13 2-in-1 (13.4-inch): Convertible version of the popular XPS 13.
* Dell Latitude 7340/7350 (13.3-inch): Premium business ultrabook, highly portable.
* Dell Latitude 7320 Detachable (13.0-inch): Business tablet with detachable keyboard.
* Dell Latitude 5340/5350 (13.3-inch): Mid-range business laptop, good balance of features and portability.
* Dell Chromebook 3100 (11.6-inch): Education-focused rugged Chromebook.
* Dell Chromebook 3110 (11.6-inch): Successor to the 3100, durable Chromebook.
* Dell Latitude 3140/3150 (11.6-inch): Compact education/basic business laptop.
* Dell Inspiron 13 (older models – 13.3-inch): More consumer-focused compact options.
* Dell Chromebook 11 (11.6-inch): Older, popular Chromebook.
* Dell Latitude 7210 2-in-1 (12.3-inch): Business-grade detachable tablet.
* Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 (12.3-inch): Mid-range business detachable.
* Dell Vostro 13 (older models): Compact business laptops for small businesses.
* Dell XPS 13 Plus (13.4-inch): A more modern, design-focused variant of the XPS 13.
* Dell Inspiron 11 3000 (11.6-inch): Entry-level budget laptop.
HP:
* HP Elite Dragonfly G4 (13.5-inch 3:2): Ultra-premium, ultra-light business convertible.
* HP Spectre x360 13.5 (13.5-inch 3:2): Premium 2-in-1 convertible with a taller display.
* HP Pavilion Aero 13 (13.3-inch): One of HP’s lightest consumer laptops.
* HP EliteBook 830 G10/G9 (13.3-inch): Business ultrabook with strong features.
* HP Envy x360 13 (13.3-inch): Popular 2-in-1 convertible.
* HP Chromebook x360 11 G4/G5 (11.6-inch): Convertible Chromebook for education.
* HP Chromebook 11a (11.6-inch): Ultra-light and affordable Chromebook.
* HP EliteBook x360 1030 G4/G3 (13.3-inch): Previous generation premium business convertibles.
* HP ProBook x360 435 G10/G9 (13.3-inch): Mid-range business convertible.
* HP Pavilion x360 11 (11.6-inch): Budget-friendly convertible.
* HP Stream 11 (11.6-inch): Entry-level, very affordable Windows laptop.
* HP Chromebook 11 G8/G9 (11.6-inch): Robust Chromebook for education.
* HP ZBook Firefly 14 G10 (14-inch, but previous 13-inch models might exist): Check for specific older 13.3-inch ZBook Firefly.
* HP Elite C1030 Chromebook (13.5-inch): Premium Chromebook.
* HP Spectre Folio (13.3-inch, older): Unique leather-clad design.
Lenovo:
* Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 3 (13-inch): Incredibly light ThinkPad, under 1kg.
* Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4/Gen 3 (13.3-inch): Compact business ultrabook.
* Lenovo Yoga 7i 13 (older models – 13.3-inch): Consumer 2-in-1 convertible.
* Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5i Chromebook (13.3-inch): Popular convertible Chromebook.
* Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (13.3-inch, some configurations): Business 2-in-1, but often larger.
* Lenovo IdeaPad Duet Chromebook (10.1-inch): Ultra-portable detachable Chromebook.
* Lenovo IdeaPad Duet 5 Chromebook (13.3-inch OLED): Larger, premium detachable Chromebook.
* Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 4/Gen 3 (13.3-inch): More budget-friendly business laptop.
* Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (13-inch, discontinued): Business detachable tablet.
* Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Carbon (13.3-inch): Ultra-light consumer ultrabook.
* Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 Chromebook (11.6-inch): Affordable convertible Chromebook.
* Lenovo Chromebook 3 (11.6-inch): Basic and lightweight Chromebook.
* Lenovo ThinkPad C13 Yoga Chromebook (13.3-inch): Premium Chromebook convertible.
* Lenovo Yoga C930/C940 (13.9-inch, but often considered 13-inch category): Premium consumer convertibles.
* Lenovo ThinkPad Yoga 11e (11.6-inch): Rugged education convertible.
Microsoft:
* Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 3 (12.4-inch): Lightest traditional Surface laptop, excellent for everyday use.
* Microsoft Surface Pro 9 (13-inch): Flagship 2-in-1 tablet with detachable keyboard.
* Microsoft Surface Go 4 (10.5-inch): Most portable Surface tablet, ideal for extreme mobility.
* Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 (13.5-inch): Premium traditional laptop.
* Microsoft Surface Pro 8 (13-inch): Previous generation but still highly capable 2-in-1.
* Microsoft Surface Pro X (13-inch): ARM-based 2-in-1, prioritizing thinness and LTE.
* Microsoft Surface Go 3 (10.5-inch): Predecessor to Surface Go 4.
* Microsoft Surface Laptop 4 (13.5-inch): Previous generation of the traditional Surface Laptop.
* Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 (13.5-inch): Older iteration, still sleek and portable.
* Microsoft Surface Pro 7/7+ (12.3-inch): Widely available and popular 2-in-1s.
* Microsoft Surface Pro 6 (12.3-inch): Older but still functional Pro series.
* Microsoft Surface Book 3 (13.5-inch detachable display): Unique detachable screen, very portable in tablet mode.
* Microsoft Surface Laptop SE (11.6-inch): Ultra-affordable option for education.
* Microsoft Surface Pro X (SQ1): Earlier ARM-based Surface Pro.
* Microsoft Surface Go 2 (10.5-inch): Older Go model.
MSI:
* MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo (13.4-inch): Premium business 2-in-1, very sleek and portable.
* MSI Prestige 14 (14-inch, but often considered in the 13-inch category due to compact design): Lightweight productivity ultrabook.
* MSI Stealth 14 Studio (14-inch, but designed to be very compact for a gaming laptop): Ultra-portable gaming/creator laptop.
* MSI Modern 14 (14-inch, compact chassis): More budget-friendly, lightweight option.
* MSI Creator M14 (14-inch): Smaller creator-focused laptop.
* Note: MSI focuses more on performance in larger form factors, so fewer distinct “13-inch” examples exist. Their 14-inch models are often very compact.
Other Laptops:
* LG Gram 13 (13.3-inch, older): Exceptionally light ultrabook.
* LG Gram 14 (14-inch, but very compact): Often weighs less than many 13-inch laptops.
* Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 (13.3-inch): Premium 2-in-1 convertible.
* Samsung Galaxy Book3 Pro (14-inch, very compact): Slim and light flagship.
* Huawei MateBook 13 (13-inch): Premium design and performance in a compact size.
* Honor MagicBook 14 (14-inch, very compact): Good value, sleek design.
* Google Pixelbook Go (13.3-inch): Popular Chromebook with a great keyboard.
* Google Pixelbook (12.3-inch, Discontinued): Premium Chromebook.
* Framework Laptop 13 (13.5-inch): Repairable and upgradeable modular laptop.
* Dynabook Portégé X30L-K (13.3-inch): Extremely light and durable business laptop.
* Razer Blade Stealth 13 (13.3-inch, Discontinued): Very thin and light gaming laptop.
* Lenovo Chromebook Duet (10.1-inch): Ultra-portable detachable.
* Acer Chromebook R 11 (11.6-inch): Older, popular convertible Chromebook.
* Any brand’s 10-inch Windows/Android tablets with keyboard attachments: E.g., Huawei MatePad 10.4 with keyboard.
* Asus VivoBook 13 Slate OLED (13.3-inch): Detachable OLED Windows tablet.
Refurbished Laptops:
* Refurbished Apple MacBook Air 13-inch (M1/Intel): Excellent value for a highly portable macOS experience.
* Refurbished Dell XPS 13 (various generations): Premium 13-inch ultrabook at a reduced cost.
* Refurbished HP Elite Dragonfly G1/G2/G3: Top-tier business portability and features.
* Refurbished Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1/2: Ultra-light ThinkPads.
* Refurbished Microsoft Surface Pro (various generations): Highly versatile 2-in-1s.
* Refurbished Asus ZenBook 13 (older models): Stylish and compact ultrabooks.
* Refurbished HP Spectre x360 13 (older generations): Premium convertible.
* Refurbished Lenovo ThinkPad X13/X280/X390 (13.3-inch): Compact business ThinkPads.
* Refurbished Dell Latitude 7300/7310 (13.3-inch): Reliable business ultrabooks.
* Refurbished Acer Swift 3/5 (13.3-inch): Good value lightweight options.
* Refurbished Huawei MateBook 13: Premium and compact.
* Refurbished LG Gram 13/14 (older): Experience extreme lightness.
* Refurbished Samsung Galaxy Book Flex 13/Ion 13: Stylish and portable.
* Refurbished HP ProBook x360 430 (13.3-inch): Budget-friendly convertible.
* Refurbished Chromebooks (various brands, 11-13 inch): Very affordable and portable for basic tasks.
2. 14-15 Inch Laptops: The Versatile All-Rounders
This is the sweet spot for most users, offering a balanced combination of screen size, portability, and performance. 14-inch models prioritize portability slightly more, while 15-inch laptops provide a bit more screen real estate and often accommodate more powerful components.
Advantages:
* Optimal Balance: Good screen size for productivity and media without being too bulky.
* Strong Performance: Can house powerful CPUs and dedicated GPUs for demanding tasks.
* Good Portability: Manageable to carry daily for work, school, or travel.
* Comfortable Keyboard/Trackpad: Sufficient space for full-sized input devices.
* Diverse Options: Widest range of models and configurations across all price points.
Disadvantages:
* Less Portable than Smaller Laptops: Heavier and larger than 13-inch models.
* Less Immersive than Larger Laptops: Not as expansive as 16 or 17-inch displays for media or gaming.
Examples of 14-15 Inch Laptops (Available at YES Gadgets Ke):
Acer:
* Acer Swift Go 14 (14-inch): Excellent all-rounder, lightweight and powerful.
* Acer Swift X 14/16 (14.5-inch or 16-inch, but 14 is compact): Performance-focused, often with dedicated GPU.
* Acer Aspire 5 14/15 (14-inch/15.6-inch): Popular mainstream laptops offering good value.
* Acer Chromebook Spin 714 (14-inch): Premium convertible Chromebook.
* Acer TravelMate P6 (14-inch): Lightweight business ultrabook.
* Acer Nitro V 15 (15.6-inch): Mid-range gaming laptop.
* Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (16-inch, but compact 15-inch body): Gaming laptop with strong performance.
* Acer Aspire Vero 15 (15.6-inch): Eco-friendly design with solid performance.
* Acer Swift 3 (14-inch/15.6-inch): Consistently good value ultrabooks.
* Acer ConceptD 3/5 (14-inch/15.6-inch): Creator laptops with professional displays.
* Acer Spin 5 (14-inch/15.6-inch): Premium convertible options.
* Acer Chromebook 514/516GE (14-inch/15.6-inch): Larger Chromebooks for productivity.
* Acer Extensa 15 (15.6-inch): Budget-friendly business/general use laptop.
* Acer Swift Edge 16 (16-inch, compact for its size): Ultralight premium option.
* Acer Aspire 7 (15.6-inch): More powerful Aspire variant, often with dedicated graphics.
Apple MacBook:
* MacBook Air 15-inch (15.3-inch actual display): New larger Air, offering a great balance of screen size and portability.
* MacBook Pro 14-inch (14.2-inch Liquid Retina XDR): Powerful and portable pro-level laptop, popular for creative work.
* Refurbished MacBook Pro 15-inch (Intel, 2016-2019): Older, still powerful Pro models.
* Refurbished MacBook Pro 14-inch (M1 Pro/Max): Excellent value for a high-performance, compact pro laptop.
* Note: Apple’s lineup is highly streamlined, so fewer distinct “15 examples” within these specific size ranges exist, especially for current models.
Asus:
* Asus ZenBook 14 OLED (14-inch): Premium ultrabook with stunning OLED display.
* Asus ZenBook Pro 14 Duo OLED (14.5-inch): Dual-screen laptop for creators.
* Asus VivoBook Pro 15/16 OLED (15.6-inch/16-inch): High-performance multimedia laptops.
* Asus ROG Zephyrus G14/G16 (14-inch/16-inch, compact designs): Popular thin and light gaming laptops.
* Asus ExpertBook B9 (14-inch): Incredibly light business laptop.
* Asus TUF Gaming F15/A15 (15.6-inch): Robust mid-range gaming laptops.
* Asus ROG Strix G15 (15.6-inch): Mainstream gaming laptop.
* Asus ProArt StudioBook 16 OLED (16-inch): Dedicated creator workstation.
* Asus ZenBook 15 (15.6-inch, older models): Full-sized ZenBook experience.
* Asus Vivobook S 15 (15.6-inch): Stylish and powerful mid-range.
* Asus Chromebook Flip CX5 (14-inch): Premium convertible Chromebook.
* Asus ZenBook Flip 14 (14-inch): Versatile 2-in-1 convertible.
* Asus ROG Flow X16 (16-inch 2-in-1, portable for its size): Powerful gaming convertible.
* Asus ExpertBook B5 (14-inch/15.6-inch): Business-grade laptops.
* Asus ZenBook Duo 14 (14-inch): Dual-screen ultrabook.
Dell:
* Dell XPS 14 (14.5-inch): New middle ground between XPS 13 and 16.
* Dell XPS 15 (15.6-inch): Flagship performance and design for creators and power users.
* Dell Latitude 7450/7440 (14-inch): Premium business ultrabook.
* Dell Latitude 5450/5440 (14-inch): Workhorse business laptop.
* Dell Inspiron 14 Plus (14-inch): Powerful mid-range consumer laptop.
* Dell Inspiron 15 (15.6-inch): Popular and versatile mainstream laptop.
* Dell G15 Gaming Laptop (15.6-inch): Popular mid-range gaming series.
* Dell Precision 5580/5570 (15.6-inch): Mobile workstation based on XPS 15 chassis.
* Dell Vostro 14/15 (14-inch/15.6-inch): Business laptops for SMBs.
* Dell Latitude 9440 2-in-1 (14-inch): Premium business convertible.
* Dell Latitude 3450/3550 (14-inch/15.6-inch): Entry-level business laptops.
* Dell Inspiron 14 (14-inch): Entry-level consumer laptop.
* Dell Inspiron 16 Plus (16-inch, but compact): Higher-performance Inspiron with a larger screen.
* Dell Alienware m16 (16-inch): Powerful gaming laptop.
* Dell XPS 17 (17-inch, older models): Previous generation 17-inch flagship.
* Dell Precision 3580/3590 (15.6-inch, but performance places them often with larger machines): Entry-level workstations.
* Dell Alienware x16/x17 (16-inch/17.3-inch, older): Thinner, premium Alienware gaming laptops.
* Dell Vostro 16 (16-inch): Larger business laptop for SMBs.
* Dell G17 Gaming Laptop (17.3-inch, older): Larger screen option for the G series.
* Dell Precision 7560 (15.6-inch): Powerful mobile workstation.
* Dell Chromebook 14 (14-inch, larger end of mid-range): Some larger Chromebooks exist for educational/business use.
3. 16-18 Inch Laptops: Maximum Immersion and Power
These larger laptops are for users who prioritize screen real estate and uncompromising performance. They are often chosen by gamers, content creators, and professionals who need a powerful workstation.
Advantages:
* Maximum Screen Real Estate: Ideal for multitasking, content creation, and immersive media/gaming.
* Highest Performance Potential: More space for advanced cooling, powerful CPUs, and top-tier dedicated GPUs.
* Comfortable Typing: Full-size keyboards often with numeric keypads.
* More Ports: Generous connectivity options.
* Immersive Experience: Great for watching movies or gaming with larger displays.
Disadvantages:
* Limited Portability: Heavy and bulky, making them difficult to carry around frequently.
* Shorter Battery Life: Powerful components consume more power.
* Higher Price Tag: Generally more expensive due to components and larger displays.
* Not Ideal for Travel: Takes up significant space in bags and on small tables.
Examples of 16-18 Inch Laptops (Available at YES Gadgets Ke):
Acer:
* Acer Predator Helios 16/18 (16-inch/18-inch): High-end gaming laptops with top-tier performance and large displays.
* Acer Nitro 16/17 (16-inch/17.3-inch): Mid-range to high-end gaming laptops.
* Acer Aspire 7 (17.3-inch, some configurations): Larger Aspire with discrete graphics.
* Acer Aspire 5 (17.3-inch, some configurations): Mainstream large-screen option.
* Acer Swift Edge 16 (16-inch): Uniquely lightweight for a 16-inch, offering great portability in this size.
* Acer ConceptD 500 (16-inch, if a laptop version exists or is imminent): Desktop replacements for creators.
* Acer TravelMate P4/P6 (16-inch, certain models): Business laptops with larger screens.
* Acer Predator Triton 17 X (17-inch): Ultra-thin and powerful gaming.
* Acer Chromebook Plus 516 GE (16-inch): Larger, gaming-focused Chromebook.
* Acer Aspire Vero 16 (16-inch): Eco-friendly option in a larger form factor.
* Acer Swift Go 16 (16-inch): Larger version of the popular Swift Go.
* Acer Nitro V 17 (17.3-inch): Larger and more powerful Nitro gaming option.
* Acer Aspire 3 (17.3-inch, some configurations): Budget-friendly large screen.
* Acer TravelMate P2 (16-inch, specific configurations): Mainstream business.
* Acer Chromebook Spin 714 (16-inch, some configurations): Larger premium Chromebook.
Apple MacBook:
* MacBook Pro 16-inch (16.2-inch Liquid Retina XDR): Apple’s most powerful laptop, favored by creative professionals for its large, stunning display and performance.
* Refurbished MacBook Pro 16-inch (M1 Pro/Max or Intel): Excellent value for a high-end, large-screen MacBook Pro.
* Note: Apple currently only offers one large-screen MacBook model, maintaining a streamlined lineup.
Asus:
* Asus ROG Zephyrus G16/M16 (16-inch): Thin and light gaming laptops, powerful for their size.
* Asus ROG Strix Scar 17/18 (17.3-inch/18-inch): Top-tier gaming performance with large, high-refresh-rate displays.
* Asus ROG Strix G17/G18 (17.3-inch/18-inch): Mainstream gaming laptops.
* Asus ProArt StudioBook Pro 16 OLED (16-inch): Dedicated mobile workstation for professional creators.
* Asus VivoBook Pro 16X OLED (16-inch): High-performance multimedia and creation laptop.
* Asus ExpertBook B6 Flip (16-inch): High-performance business workstation convertible.
* Asus TUF Gaming A17/F17 (17.3-inch): Durable and powerful mid-range gaming laptops.
* Asus ROG Flow X16 (16-inch): Convertible gaming laptop, versatile for different modes.
* Asus ZenBook Pro 16X OLED (16-inch): Premium creator laptop with advanced cooling.
* Asus ZenBook Pro 17 (17.3-inch): Larger, more traditional premium ultrabook.
* Asus VivoBook 17 (17.3-inch): Mainstream large-screen consumer laptop.
* Asus ROG Flow X18 (18-inch, upcoming): Expected to be a large convertible gaming powerhouse.
* Asus ROG Flow Z13 (13.4-inch, but often paired with external GPU, pushing total setup to higher performance): Smallest “gaming laptop” but can be powerful.
* Asus Chromebook CX34 Flip (16-inch): Larger Chromebook convertible.
* Asus TUF Gaming A16 (16-inch): AMD-powered gaming laptop.
Dell:
* Dell XPS 16 (16.3-inch): New flagship for creators and power users, replacing 17-inch XPS.
* Dell Alienware m16/m18 (16-inch/18-inch): Dell’s premier gaming laptops, offering extreme performance.
* Dell Precision 7680/7780 (16-inch/17.3-inch): High-end mobile workstations for demanding professional tasks.
* Dell G16 Gaming Laptop (16-inch): Larger version of the popular G series.
* Dell Latitude 7640 (16-inch): Premium business laptop with a larger screen.
* Dell Latitude 5640 (16-inch): Mainstream business laptop with expanded screen.
* Dell Inspiron 16 Plus (16-inch): Powerful consumer laptop with a larger display.
* Dell Inspiron 17 (17.3-inch): Mainstream large-screen consumer laptop.
* Dell XPS 17 (17-inch, older models): Previous generation 17-inch flagship.
* Dell Precision 3580/3590 (15.6-inch, but performance places them often with larger machines): Entry-level workstations.
* Dell Alienware x16/x17 (16-inch/17.3-inch, older): Thinner, premium Alienware gaming laptops.
* Dell Vostro 16 (16-inch): Larger business laptop for SMBs.
* Dell G17 Gaming Laptop (17.3-inch, older): Larger screen option for the G series.
* Dell Precision 7560 (15.6-inch): Powerful mobile workstation.
* Dell Chromebook 14 (14-inch, larger end of mid-range): Some larger Chromebooks exist for educational/business use.
Gaming Laptops:
* Razer Blade 16/18 (16-inch/18-inch): Premium, thin, and powerful gaming laptops.
* MSI Titan GT77 HX/GT78 HX (17.3-inch): Desktop replacement gaming laptops, ultimate power.
* Lenovo Legion Pro 7i/7 (16-inch): High-end Legion gaming laptops.
* Asus ROG Strix Scar 17/18 (17.3-inch/18-inch): Flagship gaming laptops with top performance.
* Alienware m18/x16 (18-inch/16-inch): Dell’s highest-end gaming machines.
* Acer Predator Helios 16/18 (16-inch/18-inch): Powerful gaming laptops.
* Gigabyte AORUS 17X/18 (17.3-inch/18-inch): High-performance gaming.
* HP Omen 17 (17.3-inch): Larger Omen gaming laptop.
* MSI Katana 17 (17.3-inch): Mainstream large-screen gaming.
* Asus TUF Gaming F17/A17 (17.3-inch): Durable, budget-friendly large-screen gaming.
* Lenovo Legion 7i/7 (16-inch): Premium Legion gaming laptops.
* Gigabyte G7 (17.3-inch): Value-oriented large-screen gaming.
* MSI Pulse 17 (17.3-inch): Gaming laptop with unique design.
* HP Victus 17 (17.3-inch): Budget-friendly large-screen gaming.
* Acer Nitro 17 (17.3-inch): Larger Nitro gaming option.
Gigabyte:
* Gigabyte AERO 16 OLED (16-inch): High-end creator and gaming laptop.
* Gigabyte AORUS 17X/18 (17.3-inch/18-inch): Flagship gaming performance.
* Gigabyte G7 (17.3-inch): Mainstream large-screen gaming.
* Gigabyte AORUS 16X (16-inch): Mid-range gaming.
* Gigabyte AERO 17 HDR (17.3-inch, older): Previous generation large-screen creator.
* Gigabyte AORUS 17G (17.3-inch, older): Thinner, high-end gaming.
* Gigabyte G16 (16-inch): Newer mainstream gaming.
* Gigabyte AERO 15 (15.6-inch, but often considered for higher performance categories): Powerful smaller creator.
* Gigabyte AORUS 15 (15.6-inch, similarly for higher performance): Powerful smaller gaming.
* Gigabyte AORUS 17 (17.3-inch, older): Gaming laptop.
* Gigabyte P75/P77 (older series): Previous generation large-screen gaming.
* Gigabyte AERO 16 (2024): Updated high-end creator.
* Gigabyte AORUS 18 (2024): Latest flagship gaming.
* Gigabyte G8 (18-inch, upcoming): Expected larger value gaming.
* Gigabyte AORUS 16 (2024): Updated mid-range gaming.
HP:
* HP Omen 17 (17.3-inch): Large-screen gaming powerhouse.
* HP Omen Transcend 16/17 (16-inch/17.3-inch): Premium thin and light gaming.
* HP Victus 17 (17.3-inch): Budget-friendly large-screen gaming.
* HP Envy 17 (17.3-inch): Large-screen multimedia and productivity.
* HP ZBook Studio 16 G10/G9 (16-inch): Mobile workstation for creative professionals.
* HP ZBook Power 16 G10/G9 (16-inch): Mainstream mobile workstation.
* HP ZBook Fury 16 G10/G9 (16-inch): Top-tier mobile workstation for extreme tasks.
* HP Spectre x360 16 (16-inch): Large and powerful 2-in-1 convertible.
* HP Pavilion 17 (17.3-inch): Mainstream large-screen consumer laptop.
* HP EliteBook 860 G10/G9 (16-inch): Premium business laptop with a larger display.
* HP ProBook 470 G9 (17.3-inch, older): Mainstream large-screen business.
* HP EliteBook 660 G10/G9 (16-inch): More accessible business laptop with larger screen.
* HP ZBook Create 15 G6 (15.6-inch, often grouped for performance): Creator-focused mobile workstation.
* HP Omen 40L/45L (Not laptops, but desktop replacements): For those seeking ultimate performance.
* HP Chromebook 17 (17-inch): Larger Chromebook for productivity and media.
Lenovo:
* Lenovo Legion Pro 7i/7 (16-inch): Flagship gaming laptops.
* Lenovo Legion Pro 5i/5 (16-inch): High-performance gaming laptops.
* Lenovo ThinkPad P16 G2/G1 (16-inch): Powerful mobile workstations.
* Lenovo Legion Slim 7i/7 (16-inch): Thinner and lighter premium gaming.
* Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i 16 (16-inch): Premium creator and multimedia laptop.
* Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i 16/5 16 (16-inch): Performance-focused mainstream laptops.
* Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (16-inch): Larger workhorse business laptop.
* Lenovo ThinkPad P1 G6/G5 (16-inch): Thin and light mobile workstation.
* Lenovo ThinkBook 16p Gen 4 (16-inch): Powerful business laptop.
* Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 2 (15.6-inch, but high performance): Older powerful workstation.
* Lenovo Legion 5i/5 (17.3-inch, older): Larger screen versions of the popular gaming line.
* Lenovo IdeaPad 5i/5 17 (17.3-inch, older): Mainstream large-screen consumer.
* Lenovo ThinkPad L16 Gen 1 (16-inch): Larger value business laptop.
* Lenovo Yoga 7i 16 (16-inch): Larger mainstream convertible.
* Lenovo Legion Pro 9i (16-inch): Ultra-premium gaming.
Microsoft:
* Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 (14.4-inch): Often grouped with larger laptops due to its powerful components and unique form factor.
* Microsoft Surface Laptop 7th Edition 15-inch (Copilot+ PC): Larger, new generation of the traditional laptop.
* Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 (15-inch): Larger version of the premium traditional laptop.
* Microsoft Surface Laptop 4 (15-inch): Previous generation.
* Microsoft Surface Book 3 (15-inch, detachable): Powerful 2-in-1 with discrete graphics.
* Microsoft Surface Laptop 6 (Business, 15-inch): Larger business-focused line.
* Note: Microsoft focuses more on compact and versatile form factors, so their larger offerings are limited.
MSI:
* MSI Titan GT77 HX/GT78 HX (17.3-inch): MSI’s absolute top-tier desktop replacements.
* MSI Raider GE78 HX/GE68 HX (17.3-inch/16-inch): High-performance enthusiast gaming laptops.
* MSI Stealth 16 Studio/17 Studio (16-inch/17.3-inch): Thin and light gaming/creator laptops.
* MSI Vector GP78 HX/GP68 HX (17.3-inch/16-inch): Performance-focused gaming.
* MSI Katana 17/16 (17.3-inch/16-inch): Mainstream gaming laptops.
* MSI Pulse 17/16 (17.3-inch/16-inch): Gaming laptops with unique lighting.
* MSI Creator Z17/Z16 (17-inch/16-inch): Premium creator laptops.
* MSI Crosshair 16/17 (16-inch/17.3-inch): Gaming laptops with vibrant aesthetics.
* MSI Modern 16 (16-inch): Larger mainstream productivity laptop.
* MSI Alpha 17/16 (17.3-inch/16-inch, AMD gaming): AMD-powered gaming laptops.
* MSI Bravo 17/16 (17.3-inch/16-inch, AMD gaming): Another AMD-focused gaming series.
* MSI Summit E16 Flip (16-inch): Larger business convertible.
* MSI Creator M16 (16-inch): Dedicated creator laptop.
* MSI Thin GF76 (17.3-inch, older): Older series known for its thin large-screen gaming.
* MSI Cyborg 17 (17.3-inch): Larger thin and light gaming laptop.
Other Laptops:
* LG Gram 16/17 (16-inch/17-inch): Exceptionally light for their size, perfect for users who need a large screen without the weight.
* Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra (16-inch): High-performance flagship for creators and power users.
* Samsung Galaxy Book3 Pro 16 (16-inch): Lightweight and sleek large-screen option.
* Honor MagicBook 16 (16.1-inch): Good value large-screen laptop.
* Huawei MateBook D 16 (16-inch): Mainstream large-screen laptop.
* Framework Laptop 16 (16-inch): Modular and upgradeable large-screen powerhouse.
* Dynabook Tecra A50-K (15.6-inch, but often grouped with larger professional machines): Reliable large-screen business laptop.
* Dynabook Satellite Pro C50 (15.6-inch): Budget-friendly business laptop.
* Razer Blade 16/18 (16-inch/18-inch): Ultra-premium gaming.
* Alienware (Dell’s gaming brand) m18/x16 (18-inch/16-inch): Max performance.
* Origin PC EVO17-S (17.3-inch): High-end custom gaming laptops.
* System76 Oryx Pro (16-inch/17.3-inch): Linux-focused performance laptops.
* Vast different “white-label” or smaller brand 15.6-inch/17.3-inch laptops: Common in budget segments.
* Fujitsu LifeBook (certain larger models): Business-grade large-screen laptops.
* Medion Erazer (17.3-inch, Europe): Gaming laptops.
Refurbished Laptops:
* Refurbished Dell XPS 17 (older models): Large-screen premium experience for less.
* Refurbished HP Envy 17 (older models): Large-screen multimedia.
* Refurbished Gaming Laptops (e.g., Alienware m17, Legion 5 17-inch, ROG Strix 17): Get a powerful gaming setup at a discount.
* Refurbished Lenovo ThinkPad P16/P15 (older generations): Mobile workstations for heavy tasks.
* Refurbished HP ZBook 17 (older models): High-end mobile workstations.
* Refurbished MSI Raider/Titan (older models): Desktop replacement gaming at a fraction of the price.
* Refurbished Dell Precision 7760/7750 (17.3-inch): Professional mobile workstations.
* Refurbished Asus ROG Zephyrus M16 (older): Thin and light large-screen gaming.
* Refurbished Acer Predator Helios 300 (17.3-inch, older): Popular gaming laptop.
* Refurbished Gigabyte AERO 17 (older): Large-screen creator laptop.
* Refurbished HP Omen 17 (older): Large-screen gaming.
* Refurbished Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 (15.6-inch, sometimes 17.3-inch): Budget gaming.
* Refurbished LG Gram 17 (older): Experience the extreme lightness with a large screen.
* Refurbished Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro (15.6-inch, sometimes considered in this high-performance category): Sleek, large-screen performance.
* Refurbished Razer Blade 17 (older): Premium large-screen gaming.
Conclusion
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