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Apple MacBook Air 13" (M5)
Best for: Students, professionals and everyday use
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Best Premium Windows · Laptops
Microsoft Surface Laptop (7th Edition)
The Surface Laptop is Microsoft's answer to the MacBook Air: an elegant, ultra-portable Copilot+ PC with a gorgeous touchscreen and excellent battery life from its Snapdragon X processor.
- Brand
- Microsoft
- Best for
- Premium Windows ultraportable
- Price range
- High-end
- Our score
- 8.5/10
Key specifications
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon X Plus / X Elite |
|---|---|
| Memory | 16GB (base) |
| Storage | 256GB-1TB SSD |
| Display | 13.8 or 15-inch PixelSense touchscreen |
| Battery | Up to 20 hours (13.8-inch, video playback) |
Strengths and weaknesses
Pros
- Beautiful touchscreen
- Long battery life
- Copilot+ AI features
Cons
- Some older apps and games run poorly on Arm
- Premium price
Verdict
The Surface Laptop is Microsoft's answer to the MacBook Air: an elegant, ultra-portable Copilot+ PC with a gorgeous touchscreen and excellent battery life from its Snapdragon X processor. It earns our Best Premium Windows award in our guide to the best laptops.
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