Thursday, April 21, 2016

GADGET GIZMO SPECIAL Eight best laptops of 2016

GADGET GIZMO SPECIAL Eight best laptops of 2016


If you have plans to splash out on a hybrid laptop anytime soon, here's your list to choose from

1.         Lenovo Yoga 900
A thoughtfully refined 2-in-1 convertible CPU: 2.5GHz Intel Core i7-6500U, Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 520m, RAM: 16GB, Screen: 13.3-inch QHD+ 3,200 x 1,800 IPS display, Storage: 512GB SSD By integrating more powerful Intel Core i processors and a larger battery, Lenovo's latest flagship convertible Yoga 900 can stand toe-to-toe with most Ultrabooks and even Microsoft's latest Surface Book.

2.         Microsoft Surface Book
The ultimate Windows 10 hybrid laptop CPU: 2.4GHz Intel Core i5-6300U, Graphics: Intel HD graphics 520; Nvidia GeForce graphics, RAM: 8GB, Screen: 13.5-inch, 3,000 x 2,000 PixelSense display, Storage: 256GB PCIe3.0 SSD Though it has a peculiar 3:2 aspect ratio and 13.5-inch screen that's outside of the norm for most Ultrabooks, it's one of the best designed convertible laptops ever created.

3.         HP Spectre x360
Sublime. Near-perfect.
CPU: 2.2GHz Intel Core i5-5200 (dual-core, 3MB cache, up to 2.7GHz with Turbo Boost), Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 5500, RAM: 8GB DDR3 (1600Mhz), Screen: 13.3-inch, 1,920 x 1,080 FHD, Storage: 256GB SSD, TrueVision Full HD WVA Webcam (front-facing) It is one of the most recommended machines, with an excellent 1080p screen, solid performance, good battery and sturdy built quality; all for an excellent deal at $999.

4.         Toshiba Satellite Radius 12
A stylish 4K convertible Ultrabook CPU: 2.5GHz Intel Core i7-6500U, Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 520, RAM: 8GB, Screen: 12.5-inch, 4K Ultra HD (3,840 x 2,160) TruBrite LED backlit touchscreen, Storage: 256GB SSD, Camera: HD webcam Boasting one of the best looking 4K screens on the market, the Toshiba Radius 12 is a spectacular machine both inside and out. This sharp 2-in-1 laptop was designed to be held as a tablet just as much as it was meant to be used on your lap.

5.         HP Pavilion x2
The affordable Windows 10 convertible CPU: 1.33GHz Intel Atom Z3736F, Graphics: Intel HD graphics, RAM: 2GB, Screen: 10.1-inch, 1,280 x 800 WXGA WLED IPS touchscreen display, Storage: 32GB eMMC Getting into the world of Windows 10 convertibles isn't cheap unless we're talking about the Pavilion x2. This 10-inch hybrid comes packing a surprising amount of goods considering its small size.
6.         Dell Inspiron 13 7000
An attractive, versatile package CPU: 2.4GHz Intel Core i7-5500 (dual-core, 4MB cache, up to 2.9GHz with Turbo Boost), Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 5500, RAM: 8GB DDR3L, Screen: 13.3-inch, 1,920 x 1,080 FHD, Storage: 256GB SSD, Camera: 720p The notebook features excellent build quality and overall system performance. It's fast, slick and ideal for students who need to bang out papers and general users who want a compact notebook.

7. Toshiba Satellite Radius 15
A sharp 4K laptop CPU: 2.4GHz Intel Core i7-5500U (dual-core, 4MB cache up to 3GHz with Turbo Boost), Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 5500, RAM: 12GB DDR3L, Screen: 15.6-inch, 4K Ultra HD, LED backlit, Storage: 512GB mSATA SSD, Camera: 720p HD In many ways, the Radius 15 is a better overall system with a more vibrant screen, a sharper design that's also thinner and smaller to boot.

8. Asus Transformer Book T300 Chi
Asus' thin and gorgeous 2-in-1 laptop CPU: 1.2GHz Intel Core M 5Y71, Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 5300, RAM: 8GB, Screen: 12.5-inch, 2,560 x 1,440 (WQHD) capacitive multi-touch IPS display, Storage: 128GB SSD, Camera: 2MP 720p webcam If you're looking for a 2-in-1 machine that's portable, there aren't many devices that beat the Asus Transformer Book T300 Chi. Though it is powered by a low-wattage processor, it packs enough punch to drive a 4K display and get you through all your daily tasks.

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