Ranking

Best Laptops of 2024

We tested 20 laptops so you don't have to. Here are the top 5.

I Knew It Editors

•November 1, 2024•

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MacBook Pro M3 Pro

9.4/10

From $1,999

+ battery life
+ performance
+ display

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Dell XPS 15

8.9/10

From $1,799

+ display
+ build quality
+ performance

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ThinkPad X1 Carbon

8.7/10

From $1,499

+ keyboard
+ durability
+ weight

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How We Tested

We ran each laptop through real-world workloads including video editing, coding, and web browsing over two weeks.

Our Verdict

The MacBook Pro M3 Pro remains the top pick for most users thanks to its industry-leading battery life and performance. If you're on Windows, the Dell XPS 15 is the closest competitor.