Laptops for the Road Warrior
Laptops are the kings of versatility. Fully-featured to handle the same tasks as full-sized computers and yet small enough to carry around.
To achieve this, several compromises had to be made. You usually get less for your money with a laptop but if you need to work out of the house, a laptop is your best bet.
HP ENVY x360 13-inch Touchscreen 2-in-1 Laptop (13-ay0007ca)
ranked #1 among Laptops priced $500-1000
This versatile 2-in-1 laptop is a great candidate for productivity on the go, study or even travel.
Who it's For
- Road Warrior
- Aspiring Creative
- Photo Editor
- Multitasker
Compared Overall
| Bang for the Buck | |
|---|---|
| Versatility | |
| Power | |
| Storage Space | |
| Portability | |
| Battery Autonomy |
Specs
Operating System
Windows 10, Home Edition
Screen
13", 1920×1080(FHD, 1080p, 2.1MP), IPS Display (incl. PLS, AHVA, etc.), Multiple Monitor Support, Touch Screen
CPU
AMD Ryzen 5 4500U
GPU
AMD Radeon Vega 6 Graphics
Memory
8 GB, Dual-Channel
Storage
512 GB total, Media Card Reader, Solid State (very fast)
Pricing
Asus TUF Dash 15-inch Gaming Laptop (TUF516PR-BS71-CB)
ranked #4 among Laptops priced $1000-1500
If you need a portable PC capable of handling games and other graphically intensive tasks, this laptop could well be worth a look. It's a bit lighter
Who it's For
- Serious Video Editor
- Road Warrior
- Serious Gamer
- Serious Photo Editor
Compared Overall
| Bang for the Buck | |
|---|---|
| Versatility | |
| Power | |
| Storage Space | |
| Portability | |
| Battery Autonomy |
Specs
Operating System
Windows 10, Home Edition
Screen
15", 1920×1080(FHD, 1080p, 2.1MP), IPS Display (incl. PLS, AHVA, etc.), Multiple Monitor Support
CPU
Intel Core i7-11370H
GPU
Nvidia GeForce RTX 3070, 8 GB
Memory
16 GB
Storage
512 GB total, Solid State (very fast)
Pricing
Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 Business Laptop (20TD003KUS)
ranked #7 among Laptops priced $1000-1500
With an evident focus on the needs of businesses, this laptop might not have the most exciting look, but it is proven tech in a sturdy, easy-to-mainta
Who it's For
- Road Warrior
- Aspiring Creative
- Photo Editor
- Multitasker
Compared Overall
| Bang for the Buck | |
|---|---|
| Versatility | |
| Power | |
| Storage Space | |
| Portability | |
| Battery Autonomy |
Specs
Operating System
Windows 10, Pro Edition
Screen
15", 1920×1080(FHD, 1080p, 2.1MP), IPS Display (incl. PLS, AHVA, etc.), Multiple Monitor Support
CPU
Intel Core i5-1135G7
GPU
Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Memory
8 GB
Storage
256 GB total, Solid State (very fast)
Pricing
Samsung Galaxy Book 2 Pro 15-inch laptop (NP950XED-KA1CA)
ranked #10 among Laptops priced $1000-1500
This attractive laptop is a great fit for anyone spending little time working from their desk with its thin design, good battery life and a screen mor
Who it's For
- Road Warrior
- Aspiring Creative
- Photo Editor
- Multitasker
Compared Overall
| Bang for the Buck | |
|---|---|
| Versatility | |
| Power | |
| Storage Space | |
| Portability | |
| Battery Autonomy |
Specs
Operating System
Windows 11, Home Edition
Screen
15", 1920×1080(FHD, 1080p, 2.1MP), Multiple Monitor Support, OLED Display
CPU
Intel Core i5-1240P
GPU
Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Memory
8 GB
Storage
256 GB total, Media Card Reader, Solid State (very fast)
Pricing
Asus ROG Zephyrus G15 15-inch Gaming Laptop (GA503QE-BH92-CB)
ranked #3 among Laptops priced over $1500
This laptop does a decent job both as a gaming PC and as a mobile workstation. The omission of a webcam is becoming more common for gaming laptops, an
Who it's For
- Serious Video Editor
- Road Warrior
- Serious Gamer
- Serious Photo Editor
Compared Overall
| Bang for the Buck | |
|---|---|
| Versatility | |
| Power | |
| Storage Space | |
| Portability | |
| Battery Autonomy |
Specs
Operating System
Windows 10, Home Edition
Screen
15", 2560×1440(QHD, 3.7MP), FreeSync, IPS Display (incl. PLS, AHVA, etc.), Multiple Monitor Support
CPU
AMD Ryzen 9 5900HS
GPU
Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050 Ti, 4 GB
Memory
16 GB
Storage
1 TB total, Solid State (very fast)
Pricing
Asus ROG Strix 15-inch Gaming Laptop (G513QY-DH99-CA)
ranked #5 among Laptops priced over $1500
If you need a gaming rig you can take out on the road, this could be a compelling solution. With fast storage and memory and a built-in gaming monitor
Who it's For
- Serious Video Editor
- Road Warrior
- Serious Gamer
- Serious Photo Editor
Compared Overall
| Bang for the Buck | |
|---|---|
| Versatility | |
| Power | |
| Storage Space | |
| Portability | |
| Battery Autonomy |
Specs
Operating System
Windows 10, Home Edition
Screen
15", 1920×1080(FHD, 1080p, 2.1MP), FreeSync, IPS Display (incl. PLS, AHVA, etc.), Multiple Monitor Support
CPU
AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX
GPU
Acer Radeon RX 6800M, 12 GB
Memory
16 GB, Dual-Channel
Storage
512 GB total, Solid State (very fast)