### The Finest Windows Laptops of 2025
Windows laptops are available in an extensive range, from ultra-capable Snapdragon-powered devices to streamlined dual-screen variants and high-end gaming computers. Some of these devices are so remarkable that even the most devoted **MacBook** enthusiasts might contemplate making a change. Whether your need is for work, creativity, or leisure, there are ample choices to consider—although this abundance can complicate the selection process.
To ease your decision-making, we’ve put together a comprehensive guide to the **top Windows laptops of 2025**. Each laptop on this list has undergone thorough testing by the Mashable team for factors like performance, construction quality, and battery endurance. We trust their worth—or at least believe they merit consideration when discounted.
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## **Our Leading Selections**
As of February 2025, **Mashable’s top Windows laptop** is the **Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 (13-inch)**. This sophisticated powerhouse features the Snapdragon X series processor, offering exceptional performance, a luxurious design, cutting-edge AI capabilities, and unparalleled battery longevity. In fact, it holds the record as the longest-lasting laptop we’ve ever assessed—surpassing even the latest **M4 MacBooks**.
For those looking for comparable Snapdragon performance at a more accessible price, the **HP Omnibook X 14** stands out as the premier **mid-tier Windows laptop**. Although its appearance is quite straightforward, it is remarkably efficient, includes an excellent keyboard, and is equipped with the same AI functionalities as the Surface Laptop 7.
### **Best Affordable Windows Laptop**
If your budget is limited, consider the **Lenovo Yoga 7 14 (Gen 9)**. With reliable performance, various ports, and a flexible **2-in-1 design**, it’s our new preferred **budget Windows laptop**. It takes the place of our former choice, the **Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 3**, which, while stylish and easily portable, falls behind in specifications that don’t measure up in 2025.
### **Best Convertible Windows Laptop**
For those in search of a convertible laptop within any budget, the **Lenovo Yoga 9i 14 (Gen 9)** is our top recommendation. It features a breathtaking **2.8K OLED touchscreen**, a robust (albeit somewhat hot) CPU, and **Bowers & Wilkins** speakers for outstanding audio performance.
If you are interested in a **dual-screen** experience, we also enthusiastically suggest the **2024 Asus Zenbook Duo**, a beautifully crafted laptop that elevates hybrid functionality.
### **Best Gaming and Creative Laptops**
Gamers should take note of the **Alienware m16 R2**, which we’ve awarded the title of **top gaming laptop** of the year. Meanwhile, for creators focused on photo and video editing, the **Acer Swift X 14** stands out as our preferred Windows choice.
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## **Upcoming Windows Laptops Under Review**
We are currently evaluating several **new Windows laptops**, including a **Lunar Lake Dell XPS 13** with a dual OLED display and the **Framework Laptop 13**, engineered for effortless upgrades and repairs. Should any of these emerge as exceptional options, we will modify this guide accordingly.
We are also eagerly anticipating a review unit of the **Asus ZenBook A14**, which was unveiled at **CES 2025** as the “world’s lightest Copilot+ PC” and features an astounding **32-hour battery life**. It even secured our **Best of CES** accolade in the laptop category. After a brief hands-on experience at CES, we are excited to conduct full benchmarking tests.
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## **Laptops That Didn’t Meet Our Standards**
Recently, we tested the **HP OmniBook Ultra Flip 14**, an elegant convertible with **great build quality, prolonged battery life, and a stunning 3K OLED touchscreen**. Nevertheless, it did not meet expectations due to **poor port placement, subpar speakers, an oversaturated webcam, and disappointing results** in our Geekbench 6 multi-core evaluation.
Our test model, priced at **$1,899.99**, included an **Intel Core Ultra 258V processor, 32GB of RAM, and 2TB of storage**. Despite these specifications, its performance was below that of the **15-inch M2 MacBook Air (2023)** and significantly trailed behind last year’s **HP Spectre x360 14**, which had a mid-range Intel Core Series 1 CPU. For close to **$2,000**, we anticipated much superior performance.
While the **OmniBook Ultra Flip 14** may be a reasonable choice for those aiming to future-proof their investment, it lacks the overall versatility to make it onto our top selections. If