Best Ultrabooks 2022

Ultrabook is a kind of laptop, which is characterized by a small weight of up to 1,5 kg and compact dimensions. This makes it convenient for travel and indispensable for business people who often go on business trips. The best ultrabook is one that combines high performance, portability and long battery life. You need to choose an ultrabook taking into account the functions that are needed from it in the first place.

” Healthy Food Near Me” turned to experts – Vasily Pitelinsky, Marketing Director of Forward Leasing и Venera Khamidulina, Deputy General Director for Marketing of the hypermall “Gorbushkin Dvor”, for help choosing the best Ultrabook on the market today.

Choice of Experts

Lenovo Yoga S940-14IIL (81Q8009GRU)

Both experts chose this particular model. It is equipped with a 14-inch high-resolution screen, which will allow even graphic designers to work on it. 16 GB of RAM will ensure fast and uninterrupted operation of the device. Built-in memory on a 1TB SSD will allow you to store not only documents, but also multimedia. The battery life, declared by the manufacturer, is 16 hours: this will make it possible to work a whole working day and even longer away from an electrical outlet. However, it must be remembered that the actual operating time depends on the load on the processor and on the condition of the battery. Another advantage of this ultrabook model is its low weight (1,25 kg), it is convenient to take the device with you on the road.

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Top 10 best ultrabooks in 2022 according to KP

1. Apple MacBook Air 13 Late 2020 (MGN63RU/A)

Apple’s MacBook is a computer that has many dedicated fans. The manufacturer claims that the central processor of this ultrabook is 3,5 times faster than standard ones, and the graphics processor is 5 times faster. The device does not have a fan, so it does not make noise at all. The device provides passive cooling – an aluminum heat spreader that removes heat from the hot part to the cold one. This helps the laptop to cool down without exceeding the critical temperature threshold. It is powerful in operation, yet compact in size. This ultrabook model combines high performance with equally high energy efficiency. In addition, applications have been significantly updated, the design has become more stylish, and the protection is more reliable. The RAM of the ultrabook is super-fast, with a capacity of 16 GB, and a 256 GB SSD drive is enough for full-fledged work and even entertainment. It features low latency and high throughput. In general, the ultrabook works very quickly and smoothly, and also has small dimensions.

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2. ASUS ZenBook 13 UX325EA-AH030T (90NB0SL1-M00370)

This ultrabook model is light and compact. The quad-core processor will make it possible to work with all office applications in fast mode. The matte screen will not glare, and 512 GB of internal memory on an SSD drive will allow you to store all your work files in the device. 18 hours of battery life will allow you to go longer than a working day without recharging. The default RAM is 8 GB, but can be expanded up to 32. This ultrabook model is more suitable for working with office programs and documents, since the device does not have a very high screen resolution for graphic design applications.

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3. HUAWEI MateBook D16

This ultrabook model has a large 16.1″ bezelless screen with a usable screen area of ​​90%. Two ultra-thin fans keep the processor cool, while making almost no noise during operation. Turning on the device takes a few seconds, there is authentication with a fingerprint. The amount of memory in the basic configuration is 512 GB (SSD), it is possible to expand it up to 2 TB. The ultrabook is suitable for those users who work with text files, and will also use the device to store large files, communicate on social networks and watch videos.

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4. DELL XPS 13 9300 (9300-3140)

This ultrabook model has a frameless screen and a white body that does not show fingerprints and streaks. The touchpad of the model is quite large and comfortable, and the screen is protected by Gorilla Glass. At the same time, the performance of the ultrabook processor is approximately the same as the standard indicators, so you should not expect ultra-fast work from it. Users report spontaneous reboots that interfere with the work process, although this rarely happens.

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5. DELL XPS 13 9310 (9310-7054)

The manufacturer assures that the ultrabook has an “extremely productive system.” It is suitable for those who care about both the internal characteristics of the device and the appearance: compactness, carbon fiber coating and a widescreen screen protected by Gorilla Glass. Among the shortcomings, it can be noted that the speakers are located on the bottom of the case: if you put the ultrabook on a soft surface, the sound will be muffled. This model can be recommended to students or business people as a backup option, for example, for work while traveling.

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6. Acer SWIFT 3 SF314-57-363E (NX.HJHER.003)

This ultrabook model is first of all notable for the fact that the user can choose a boring color for the case of his device. At the same time, the ultrabook will still impress and look expensive thanks to a high-quality screen and the presence of a Kensington lock. Another advantage is low weight, at the same time it is also a disadvantage, since this is achieved by assembling the case from thin plates of magnesium-aluminum alloy. Because of what, when working on the keyboard, it feels like the body flexes.

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7. Lenovo ThinkPad E14 (20RA002QRT)

This ultrabook model is suitable for those who want to take a mid-range device. Users distinguish among the main advantages the amount of built-in memory (256 GB) and a metal case. However, in this series there are models with a partially plastic case. Therefore, you need to carefully study the characteristics when buying. In addition, when the lid is opened, a characteristic crunch is heard, which is not very good. The ultrabook does not have a card reader, is equipped with a display of not very high quality, but at the same time it has good average performance indicators. An ultrabook can be bought as an addition to a more serious device or for work on the road.

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8. HUAWEI MateBook D 15.6″

Against the background of competitors, this ultrabook stands out with an all-aluminum body with sufficient rigidity and good build quality. At the same time, it weighs a little more than 1,5 kg, which is the maximum acceptable weight for ultrabooks. The matte finish of the screen provides no glare, but is more prone to scratches. The matrix has an average color gamut. The cover of the device is tight, it will be difficult to open it with one hand. In general, the ultrabook can be recommended for study and for people who travel often and do not want to carry a heavier device with them.

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9. Lenovo THINKPAD X1 Carbon Ultrabook (8th Gen)

This ultrabook is light and easy to use with decent parameters for its price. It is quite quiet, has a fingerprint scanner that works well. The anti-glare screen makes working with the device more comfortable, and the keyboard is more comfortable than in most similar models from other manufacturers. However, users note a long inclusion of the ultrabook, a rattling sound in the speakers, not too high performance and, despite the manufacturer’s assurances, only about 7 hours of operation without recharging instead of 14 at minimum loads.

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10. Xiaomi Mi Notebook Air 13.3″ 2019 (JYU4150CN)

This ultrabook model, according to user reviews, has a fairly high-quality assembly. Nothing anywhere creaks and does not play. The picture on the screen is bright and clear, and the model itself looks expensive. If necessary, the performance of the device is even enough to play demanding games with good graphics. Although it is impossible to name the game model. Of the minuses, ultrabook owners note a glossy screen that glares in the sun, the inability to add RAM and a battery life of about 4 hours at a screen brightness of about 50%.

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How to choose an ultrabook. Council of Experts

Experts Vasily Pitelinsky and Venera Khamidulina not only chose the best ultrabook model, but also told how to choose a device for themselves.

General remarks

The choice of each buyer will be individual, as everyone buys an ultrabook for different purposes. Therefore, first of all, you need to answer a few questions:

• What tasks will be solved with the help of an ultrabook?
• What applications will be used most often?
• How often will the owner of the device travel?
• How important is the screen size and compactness of a laptop to a user?

These factors are the main ones by which you can determine which model to choose.

Compactness

If you often design or work in graphic applications, then you need a large screen size – compact models will not work. If you mainly work with office applications, and your task is to be as mobile as possible, then you should pay attention to ultra-light models. As a rule, ultrabooks are compact computers, and this may impose restrictions on technical characteristics.

Life time

The next factor that many overlook in the selection process is the life of the laptop. Answer the question, how often are you going to change the laptop. If for you the average life of a laptop is about two years, it does not always make sense to overpay for top-end features. If you expect to use the computer longer, then you should look at more expensive equipment so that the laptop does not become outdated and continues to perform the necessary tasks.

Autonomy, weight and availability of the necessary connectors

Pay attention to connectors and peripherals, which you usually use – they should be combined without additional connectors. Otherwise, buying a compact laptop, you will have to use a large number of adapters. An important factor is the autonomy of the laptop, so you should pay attention to how much it can work without recharging.

The weight of the ultrabook should not exceed one and a half kilograms, and the declared operating time should be at least 10 hours. In the event that it is 8 hours or less, the battery capacity may not be enough for a full working day, since in most cases actual operating time is 1-2 hours lower than stated.

Housing material

Another important aspect when choosing an ultrabook is the case material. In premium models, aluminum and magnesium alloys are most often used. The case of budget options can be completely or partially plastic, which negatively affects its reliability and service life.

Processor

Often when buying, buyers overpay for the latest processor, but choose a model with less RAM. A lower-class processor with large RAM works the same way. The speed of the computer depends not only on the frequency of the processor, but also on the amount of RAM. When buying, specify whether it is possible to expand the built-in memory or immediately install a larger volume than you need now. Memory tends to run out as the software is updated annually.

What to choose?

If we talk about specific models, in terms of performance, Macs are the leaders. An important factor here is that they have a connection between software and hardware content. Software is written for specific components, which ensures high performance, operability and fewer errors. But the MacBook also has its weaknesses. First of all, the price. Plus, insufficient compatibility with programs for Windows, but they are still a corporate standard for many companies.

Dell in the XPS series offers compact and powerful machines. If we talk about a light and mobile device, then you should take a closer look at the products Acer. For the rest, it is worth proceeding from the purpose for which the ultrabook will be used. Ultrabooks from Apple – The MacBook Air 13 weighs only 1,29 kg and has up to 18 hours of battery life. In the event that an ultrabook is planned to be used not only for work, but also for entertainment, it is better to pay attention to models based on the Windows operating system. One of the top models of ultrabooks based on this operating system, Acer Swift 7 weighs almost 400 grams less than its counterpart from Apple, but the maximum operating time is 12 hours.

At the same time, you should not count on the performance of gaming laptops – to reduce weight, dimensions, and also increase the maximum operating time, ultrabooks use less powerful graphics controllers. Before buying such equipment as an ultrabook, we always recommend consulting with professional consultants who will always be able to choose exactly the model that is ideal for your goals and objectives.