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MSI's new $999 gaming laptop beats the Razer Blade 14 in a few ways (with one concern)
A $159 Chromebook was my only computer for a week - how it changed my mind about cheap laptops
This ultraportable Lenovo is one of my favorite laptops for remote work - here's why
Finally, a lightweight Windows laptop that could seriously replace my MacBook Air
Why this midrange Lenovo laptop is the one I recommend to most people
This Dell laptop is my top pick for both work and travel - especially at this price
Finally, a 16-inch Windows laptop that I wouldn't mind putting away my MacBook Pro for
The sleekest 16-inch gaming laptop I've tested this year is $700 off right now
Why I'm still taking this 2024 Dell laptop to the office - even though it's for gamers
I found the ultimate MacBook Air alternative for Windows users - and it's priced well
Finally, a Windows laptop that I wouldn't mind putting away my MacBook for
I tested HP's first-gen EliteBook X, and it's a powerhouse at the office (and $500 off)
Why my favorite MacBook Pro alternative is this Windows laptop with a striking design
I finally solved the toughest question about buying laptops - here's my expert guide
Why I'd still choose this 2024 Windows laptop over newer models - especially at this new price
I replaced my ThinkPad with a dual-screen Windows laptop - here's my verdict after a month
I tried Lenovo's $3,000 rollable ThinkBook and can't go back to regular-sized screens
I switched to the Dell 14 Premium for two weeks, and it made my XPS laptop look bad
Should you upgrade from M1 to M4 MacBook Pro? I did, and it was totally worth it
I tested Dell's XPS successor, and it made my $3,000 Windows laptop look bad
Finally, an ultraportable Windows laptop I'd use at the office (even though it's for gamers)
This ultraportable Asus laptop is my favorite MacBook Air alternative (and it's better in some ways)
This ultraportable Lenovo laptop is a worthy MacBook Air alternative (and has a useful iPhone feature)
I switched to a $280 Chromebook from my Windows laptop for a week - and didn't regret it

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Seriously, Acer's new 16-inch featherweight laptop makes the MacBook Air seem heavy

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