The best Currys PC World laptops 2017

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If you're looking to buy a laptop at Currys PC World (they're one store these days) then you've come to the right place. We've reviewed literally hundreds of laptops and have presented a list here of the best options available at Currys PC World.

All of the laptops in this list are available at Currys PC World and have been thoroughly tested and reviewed independently by TechRadar. We've picked out something for everyone, so if you're after the outright best laptop in the store, we've got you covered. If you need a gaming laptop, something ultraportable, a 2-in-1 or a Chromebook we've also got plenty of recommendations for you!

The best laptops available at Currys PC World:

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1. Dell XPS 13

This is the best laptop on the planet right now

Specifications

CPU: Intel Core i3 – i7
Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 620 – Iris Plus Graphics 640
RAM: 4GB – 16GB
Screen: 13.3-inch FHD (1,920 x 1,080) – QHD+ (3,200 x 1,800)
Storage: 128GB – 1TB SSD

Reasons to buy

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Very powerful
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Great battery life
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Incredible screen

Reasons to avoid

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Aynoying webcam position

If you're after the best all-round laptop money can buy right now, this is it - the Dell XPS 13. It's got the latest Intel processor and packs an Infinity display that runs right to the very edge of the device - that gives it the ability to hold the size of a smaller laptop. There are multiple models available so you can save yourself some money by opting for a lower res screen and a Core i5 CPU instead of a Core i7.

2. Asus Zenbook UX310UA

A superb all-rounder laptop that offers great value for money

Specifications

CPU: Intel Core i3 – i5
Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 620
RAM: 8GB
Screen: 13.3-inch up to QHD+ (3,200 x 1,800)
Storage: 256GB SSD

Reasons to buy

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Great build quality
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Really fast to use
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Great value for money

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Average battery life

This is a fantastic laptop for anyone who wants most of the benefits of a high-end ultrabook like the Dell XPS 13 above but doesn't want to spend quite that amount of money. The Asus Zenbook UX310UA is roughly half the price of the Dell so while it's not quite as nice it does offer stunning value for money.

3. Lenovo Yoga Book

A fantastic 2-in-1 laptop offering brilliant versatility

Specifications

CPU: Intel Atom x5-Z8550
Graphics: Intel Atom
RAM: 4GB
Screen: 10.1-inch full HD IPS touchscreen
Storage: 64GB SSD, up to 128GB microSD

Reasons to buy

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Really thin + light
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Really nice display
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It's very cheap!

Reasons to avoid

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Not the most powerful

The Lenovo Yoga Book is a great option for anyone looking for a cheap and versatile laptop that doesn't feel like a cheap piece of plastic. It's super flexible, ultra light and portable and most importantly it's brilliantly cheap. It's not the fastest machine but for basic tasks it's great.

4. Apple Macbook Pro with Touch Bar

The most impressive Macbook Pro ever, now with snazzy Touch Bar

Specifications

CPU: Dual-core Intel Core i5 – i7
Graphics: Intel Iris Plus Graphics 640 – 650
RAM: 8GB – 16GB
Screen: 13.3-inch, (2,560 x 1,600) IPS
Storage: 256GB – 1TB PCIe 3.0 SSD

Reasons to buy

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Thinner and better than ever
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Super fast performance

Reasons to avoid

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Quite expensive
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Average battery life

If you're interested in the best ever Apple Macbook Pro - this is it. It comes with the new touchbar - a thin OLED display that runs along the top of the keyboard, giving Macs a touchscreen element for the first time. It also comes with a great screen and it's fast with plenty of graphics grunt. It's pricey but you're getting a luxurious laptop for the money.

5. Apple MacBook 12-inch

The thinnest and most beautiful Macbook ever

Specifications

CPU: Intel Core M3 1.2GHz - Intel Core i7 1.4GHz
Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 615
RAM: 8GB – 16GB
Screen: 12-inch, (2,304 x 1,440) IPS 16:10
Storage: 256GB – 512GB SSD

Reasons to buy

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New design
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Great battery life

Reasons to avoid

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Only one port and it's USB-C