Technique and The ranking of the best laptops in 2018 hit a lot of models. This is due to the rapid development of technologies and the successful introduction of various new products. The following is a series of gaming machines, hybrid devices, as well as universal low-end models.
DELL XPS 15
This is one of the best models of 2018. It has an Intel Core i5-7300HQ processor - i7-7700HQ. Among other important characteristics:
- graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050 4 GB GDDR5;
- RAM: 8 GB - 16 GB DDR4;
- screen: 15.6-inch touch screen InfinityEdge Ultra HD (3840 x 2160);
- Built-in memory: 1 TB HDD - 512 GB SSD.
The price of the model varies between 79,000 and 130,000 rubles, depending on the point of sale and additional characteristics. Among the advantages of the laptop is its amazing performance. Also worth noting is a wonderful screen from edge to edge of the front panel and a sophisticated design. True, some users have noted the unsatisfactory quality of the webcam. The best use of the machine will find web designers.
DELL XPS 13
This laptop got better in 2018. Its base is selected Intel Core i5 processor - i7 8-Gen. Also among the features:
- Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 620;
- RAM: 8 GB - 16 GB;
- Screen: 13.3-inch FHD (1920 x 1080) - 4K (3840 x 2160);
- Built-in memory: 256 GB - 1 TB SSD.
The price of the model is from 87,000 to 95,000 rubles. Among the advantages of the DELL XPS 13 are an excellent IR camera in the center, a new original display and a 4K panel. The disadvantages include overpriced.
This model has been holding the first positions of various ratings for many years. Every year the new modification became thinner and more powerful. Also an advantage can be considered the original palette in which the model is produced. In addition to the classics, the body of the car can be pink and white. The user will appreciate the huge variety of ports. The presence of a touch screen will significantly increase the cost of the model. Therefore, the range of stores offers as an alternative a simple and more budget option.
LENOVO YOGA BOOK
This is a versatile, multifunctional and inexpensive hybrid laptop 2 in 1. Among the main characteristics of the model:
- processor: Intel Atom x5-Z8550;
- graphics: Intel Atom;
- RAM: 4 GB;
- screen: 10.1-inch Full HD IPS touchscreen;
- Built-in memory: 64 GB SSD / MicroSD up to 128 GB.
The price ranges from 32,000 to 37,000 rubles. This model is very light and thin. Bright high-quality display complements the list of benefits. In addition, the machine is one of the most affordable options on the market. Unfortunately, it is believed that Intel Atom x5-Z8550 does not provide enough power. But this factor depends on the nature of the use of the laptop.
ASUS ROG ZEPHYRUS GX501
This model is recognized as one of the best gaming machines of 2018. This was made possible due to the characteristics:
- processor: Intel Core i7-7700HQ (4-core, 3.8 GHz);
- graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1080 + Intel HD Graphics 630;
- RAM: 16 GB;
- screen: 15.6-inch Full HD (120 Hz + Nvidia G-Sync);
- built-in memory: 512 GB.
It can hardly be called budget. The cost varies from 165,000 to 180,000 rubles. For this money, the buyer receives an incredibly powerful device with an updated system of silent cooling. There are disadvantages: the model has a short battery life. There is also no SD slot.
For its stunning power, the model has a low weight and subtle, sophisticated design. Experts say that ASUS ROG Zephyrus GX501 will be able to compete with many stationary PCs.
ASUS ZENBOOK UX310UA
This model has become a universal laptop that could surpass the tasks set for this class of machines. Its brief description can be reduced to the main characteristics:
- processor: Intel Core i3 - i5;
- graphics: Intel HD Graphics 620;
- RAM: 8 GB;
- screen: 13.3-inch QHD + (3200 x 1800);
- Built-in memory: 256 GB SSD.
You can buy a laptop for 35000-40000 rubles. The design of the car is reduced to an interesting aluminum case. The laptop quickly “wakes up” and allows you to immediately start work. Value for money is just incredible and attractive to the buyer. The disadvantages include a short time offline.
When it comes to the fact that the model has surpassed all expectations, it means all those outstanding qualities that the consumer receives for relatively little money. When developing it was planned to carry the car to a higher price category. Also, the manufacturer left buyers the opportunity to choose the characteristics of the screen. Most experts agree that this is the best model in its category for today.
MACBOOK PRO with TOUCH BAR
Among the updated product quality of this model is the touch panel. Also among the features:
- processor: Intel Core i5 - i7;
- graphics: Intel Iris Plus Graphics 640 - 650;
- RAM: 8 - 16 GB;
- screen: 13.3-inch (2560 x 1600) IPS;
- Built-in memory: 256 GB - 1 TB PCIe0 SSD.
Brand products have never been cheap. Here and for the MACBOOK PRO with TOUCH BAR, the sellers ask from 130,000 to 140,000 rubles. Among the MacBook Pro, this model has become the best. It pleases consumers of the product with high performance. At the same time, battery life is obviously disappointing.
Product reviews feature frequent customer complaints. Some believe that for such money you can buy counterparts with Windows with a better screen, long battery life and touchscreen. The rest of the product, of course, deserves praise.
In addition to the above favorites, you can deservedly include DELL INSPIRON 15 7000 GAMING with its productive 4-core Intel Core i5-7300HQ and Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050 Ti + Intel HD Graphics 630 for gamers. Also, attention and respect for users have already earned:
- ASUS CHROMEBOOK FLIP (Intel Pentium 4405Y - Intel Core m3-6Y30);
- MICROSOFT SURFACE BOOK 2 13.5 (Intel Core i5-7300U - Intel Core i7-8650U 1.9 GHz);
- ACER SWITCH 3 (Intel Pentium N4200 1.1 GHz - Intel Core i3-7100U);
- APPLE MACBOOK 12 (Intel Core m3 1.2 GHz - Intel Core i7 1.4 GHz);
- GOOGLE PIXELBOOK (Intel Core i5 - i7);
- LENOVO YOGA 920 (Intel Core i7-8550U);
- ACER SWIFT 3 (2-core Intel Core i3 - i7);
- ASUS TRANSFORMER MINI T102HA (Intel Atom x5-Z8350).
Each of the models is not without versatility. At the same time, any of them has become the best for some particular factor and has taken a worthy place in its niche.
