The best Windows laptops for 2024 showcase a remarkable array of choices, ranging from robust workstations driven by Qualcomm to elegant dual-screen configurations and subtle gaming options. Some of these machines could even entice the staunchest [Apple MacBook](https://mashable.com/roundup/best-macbooks) supporters. Whether you need a laptop for work, creativity, or leisure, the Windows landscape is teeming with options — for better or worse.
To aid in your search, we’ve compiled a focused guide to the top [Windows](https://mashable.com/category/windows) laptops of 2024, separating them from our wider [best laptops](https://mashable.com/roundup/best-laptops) compilation. Every laptop included here has undergone thorough testing by the Mashable team for efficiency and construction quality, assuring they provide great value — or at least are deserving of being grabbed [on sale](https://mashable.com/article/best-laptop-deals).
### Our Top Selections
As of December 2024, Mashable’s standout Windows laptop is the 13-inch [Microsoft Surface Laptop 7](https://mashable.com/review/microsoft-surface-laptop-7). This stylish powerhouse is equipped with the Snapdragon X Elite processor, showcasing top-tier performance, a sophisticated design, cutting-edge AI capabilities, and outstanding battery longevity. In fact, it features the longest battery life we’ve *ever* reviewed — even outdoing the latest [M4 MacBooks](https://mashable.com/review/m4-pro-macbook-pro-16-inch).
For those wanting comparable Snapdragon capabilities at a more accessible price, the [HP Omnibook X 14](https://mashable.com/review/hp-omnibook-x) is our recommendation for the finest mid-range Windows laptop. Though its design is unremarkable, it excels in power efficiency, features a fantastic keyboard, and encompasses the same AI functionalities available in the Surface Laptop 7. If you’re on a stricter budget, think about the [Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 3](https://mashable.com/review/microsoft-surface-laptop-go-3), an attractive ultraportable ideal for daily tasks.
The [Lenovo Yoga 9i (Gen 9)](https://mashable.com/review/lenovo-yoga-9i-2-in-1-gen-9) is honored as the best 2-in-1 laptop, attributed to its breathtaking 2.8K OLED touchscreen, rapid (though hot-running) CPU, and clear Bowers & Wilkins soundbar. For an innovative approach to hybrid laptops, we also endorse the striking [Asus Zenbook Duo](https://mashable.com/review/asus-zenbook-duo).
For specialized demands, the [Alienware m16 R2](https://mashable.com/review/alienware-m16-r2) stands as the [best gaming laptop](https://mashable.com/roundup/best-gaming-laptops-2024) we’ve reviewed thus far, while the [Acer Swift X 14](https://mashable.com/review/acer-swift-x-14) is our prime recommendation for photo and video editing.
### What’s On the Horizon
We are in the midst of testing various new Windows laptops, such as the [Dell XPS 13](https://zdcs.link/Q41NDJ?pageview_type=RSS&template=roundup&module=content_body&element=offer&item=text-link&element_label=Dell%20XPS%2013&object_type=roundup&object_uuid=00NzmSWuIsgHUV2gzA3k83N&short_url=Q41NDJ&u=https%3A%2F%2Fmashable.com%2Ffeeds%2Frss%2Fall), which is powered by an Intel Core Ultra Series 2 processor and features a dual OLED display; the HP Omnibook Ultra Flip, a Lunar Lake convertible; and the repairable, upgradable Framework Laptop 13. Should any of these emerge as exceptional choices, we’ll refresh this guide accordingly.
Furthermore, stay tuned for Mashable’s insights on the [Consumer Electronics Show (CES)](https://mashable.com/category/ces) in January. This prominent tech showcase is anticipated to disclose a plethora of new and updated Windows laptops.
### Recent Reviews (and Our Disappointments)
We have recently assessed the [HP Omen 17](https://mashable.com/review/hp-omen-17), a 17-inch gaming laptop with a tested price of $1,799. While it excelled in in-game performance and thermal control — effortlessly running AAA titles at high settings with smooth refresh rates and minimal heat — its mediocre keyboard, sound system, and battery life were drawbacks. It’s