How we test laptops at ZDNET in 2026 ...

Standardized, repeatable testing is a key facet of all of the reviews we do at PCMag.com. Here's a rundown of how we test every laptop that we review. I have been a technology journalist for 30-plus ...

ZDNET experts put every product through rigorous testing and research to curate the best options for you. If you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn Our Process 'ZDNET Recommends': ...

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From highly portable ultrabooks to heavy-duty workstations, Windows laptops offer a ton of variety to choose from. Almost too much, in fact. That’s why we’re here to help you find one that’s worth ...

GeForce graphics power on laptops gets a boost, with two new "Ti" versions of Nvidia's potent RTX 30 GPUs. Here's how Team Green's new top-end RTX 3080 Ti chip shapes up in our first bench tests. I’ve ...

ZDNET experts put every product through rigorous testing and research to curate the best options for you. If you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn Our Process 'ZDNET Recommends': ...

I’ve tested a lot of tech, but finding the best budget laptop in 2026 might be one of the trickier things I’ve done in my 10-plus year career. Not only are there fewer inexpensive models than ever, ...

While a gaming desktop is a great choice if you game at home, a dedicated gaming laptop can help you enjoy your gameplay with high refresh rates and vivid detail when you’re on the go. As a gaming ...