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Ah, laptops. Just like a regular computer, but you can place it atop your lap. Truly the grandest innovation the computing industry has ever seen. We jest, of course - we love laptops, whether they’re super slim and sleek ultrabooks or powerful gaming laptops.
What makes a laptop the best laptop, though? It’s a question we’ve been seeking the answer to for years - along with half of the tech industry, in fact. Apple thinks it has portable perfection in its MacBooks, while some prefer the laid-back simplicity of the best Chromebooks instead.
Whatever your choice of laptop, you’ll find below every single article we’ve written about our favorite (and least favorite) portable PCs. Struggling to choose a new laptop? We’ve got you covered.
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The best laptop deals in April 2026
I've searched around and gathered all the best laptop deals in one place to suit a range of budgets and needs.
Huge Chromebook sale at Best Buy includes half-price deals on Acer, Lenovo, and other leading brands
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Best Buy's selling Chromebooks for dirt-cheap right now — up to half price, in some cases.
The best budget laptop in 2026
Buying Guide Whatever your preferred size or operating system, we've collected all the best budget laptop picks on the market.
Dell's massive spring sale features up to $900 off laptops — I've picked the top 6 offers from $349.99
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The Dell spring sale is still running right now, so I've taken another look through the event and picked out the 6 best laptop deals worth buying if you're shopping for a new device.
Apple's touchscreen MacBook is rumored to be delayed due to the RAM crisis
Not everyone is keen on the idea of a touchscreen MacBook — in fact, there's some distinct hostility towards the idea in places.
The best MacBook and Macs of 2026
Updated We weigh up the pros and cons of Apple's best MacBook and Macs, from the Mac mini to the latest M5-powered MacBook Pro.
This excellent value Chromebook has everything you need for work and everyday use for under $250
Simple, snappy, and now under $250 — the ASUS Chromebook CX14 Plus is a deal you can't ignore if you want an affordable laptop for work and everyday use.
