: Regarded as the premier portable gaming laptop. It packs a powerful GTX 1060 into a chassis significantly smaller and lighter than traditional gaming rigs.
: A landmark high-end gaming device featuring a GTX 1080 GPU in an ultra-slim design. Best Value & Budget Options best laptop 2017 to buy
: Often called the best all-around 15-inch Windows laptop. It offers enough power for 4K video editing and light gaming thanks to its optional NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 graphics. : Regarded as the premier portable gaming laptop
: The clear winner for budget seekers, often found for under $500. While bulkier, it provides excellent value with a 1080p display and easy hardware upgrades. Best Value & Budget Options : Often called
The standout laptop of 2017 is the , widely recognized as the best overall Windows machine for its compact "InfinityEdge" display and long battery life. Other top performers for the year include the versatile HP Spectre x360 and the high-performance Dell XPS 15 . Top Overall Picks
: For those in the Apple ecosystem, the 2017 refresh added 7th-gen Intel "Kaby Lake" processors. The 13-inch and 15-inch models (with or without the Touch Bar) remained the go-to choice for creative professionals and students. Best Performance & Gaming