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The Best Traditional Laptop Computers under $2860

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ASUS

ZenBook Pro Duo

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15.4" Macbook Pro

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ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo

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Features

  • Latest 9th generation Intel Core i7-9750H Quad Core Processor (12M Cache, up to 4.5 GHz) with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060.
  • Detachable palm rest and ASUS active stylus pen included.
  • 15.6 inch 4K UHD NanoEdge touchscreen glossy main display.
  • Exclusive ErgoLift design for improved typing position, optimized cooling system and enhanced audio performance.
  • Built-in IR camera for facial recognition sign in with Windows Hello.
  • ScreenPad Plus: 14 inch 4K matte touchscreen, giving your endless way to optimize your multitasking experience by extending the screen or split windows and apps on both displays.
  • Fast storage and memory featuring 1TB PCIe NVMe SSD with 16GB DDR4 RAM.
  • Extensive connectivity with HDMI, USB Type C with Thunderbolt, Gig+ Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) (USB Transfer speed may vary. Learn more at ASUS website).

Pros

  • ⊕ Main display is an OLED panel.

Cons

  • ⊖ Heavy.
  • ⊖ No SD card reader.
  • ⊖ Short battery life.
  • ⊖ Cramped keyboard and touchpad.

Specs

  • Touch Screen: yes.
  • Boot Drive Type: SSD.
  • Boot Drive Capacity (as Tested): 1 TB.
  • Panel Technology: OLED.
  • Variable Refresh Support: None.
  • RAM (as Tested): 32 GB.
  • Screen Refresh Rate: 60 Hz.
  • Processor Speed: 2.4 GHz.
  • Screen Size: 15.6 inches.
  • Native Display Resolution: 3840 by 2160.
  • Laptop Class: Desktop Replacement.
  • Processor: Intel Core i9-9980HK.
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Apple 15.4" Macbook Pro

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Features

  • 802.11AC Wi-Fi.
  • Touch Bar and Touch ID.
  • Force touch trackpad.
  • Brilliant Retina Display with True Tone technology.
  • Intel UHD Graphics 630.
  • Radeon Pro 555x or 560x Graphics with 4GB of video Memory.
  • Macos Mojave, inspired by pros but designed for everyone, with dark mode, stacks, easier screenshots, new built-in apps, and more.
  • Up to 10 hours of battery life.
  • Ultrafast SSD.
  • Four Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) ports.

Pros

  • ⊕ Oversized trackpad.
  • ⊕ Four Thunderbolt 3 ports.

Cons

  • ⊖ Bezels are a bit thick.
  • ⊖ No dedicated video output.

Features

  • Innovative vapor chamber cooling System with gaming Mode power boost.
  • 15. 6” 144Hz Full HD edge-to-edge display (4. 9mm bezels), color calibrated.
  • Connectivity: Intel Wireless-AC 9260 (IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, and Bluetooth 5 connectivity).
  • 8th Gen Intel Core i7-8750H 6 core Processor.
  • Thin and compact, durable CNC aluminum anybody (0. 68” x 9. 25” x 13. 98”).
  • NVidia GeForce GTX 1060 Max-Q design VR Ready Graphics.

Pros

  • ⊕ Beautiful keyboard.

Cons

  • ⊖ Only goes up to GTX 1060.

Specs

  • RAM: 16GB.
  • Storage: 256GB – 512GB PCIe SSD.
  • CPU: 2.6GHz Intel Core i7-6700HQ.
  • Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060 (6GB GDDR5 VRAM).
  • Screen: 14-inch QHD+ (3,200 x 1,800) IGZO (LED backlit, multi-touch).

Razer Blade 15

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Features

  • Customizable RGB Individual Key Lighting: Includes 16.8 million colors available with multiple preset profiles.
  • Zero Compromise Powerhouse: Built for gaming and creative work in a 0.7" thin CNC aluminum unibody with high-performance, vapor chamber cooling.
  • Summary: 8th Gen Intel Core i7-8750H 6 core processor w/ 4.1 GHz turbo, NVIDIA Geforce 2070 RTX Max-Q, 15.6" FHD 144 Hz display, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD.
  • Perfect Display for Work or Play: An edge-to-edge, 100% sRGB, factory-calibrated matte screen with a 144 Hz refresh rate offers the best experience for intense gaming sessions or content creation.
  • Futureproof Design: Thunderbolt 3 capable, compatible with Razer Core external GPU enclosures for additional power; supports dual-channel memory and SSD upgradability.
  • Biometric Security: Supports Windows Hello instant facial unlock with integrated webcam and IR sensor.

Pros

  • ⊕ Good battery life.

Cons

  • ⊖ OLED config is expensive.

Specs

  • Touch Screen: yes.
  • Boot Drive Type: SSD.
  • Panel Technology: OLED.
  • Variable Refresh Support: None.
  • RAM (as Tested): 16 GB.
  • Screen Refresh Rate: 60 Hz.
  • Boot Drive Capacity (as Tested): 512 GB.
  • Processor Speed: 2.6 GHz.
  • Screen Size: 15.6 inches.
  • Native Display Resolution: 3840 by 2160.
  • Laptop Class: Desktop Replacement.
  • Processor: Intel Core i7-9750H.