PREMIUM LAPTOPS
Apple MacBook Pro 14in
Stunning creative power from $2,999 apple.com/au
Alongside its 16-inch sibling, this is simply the world’s best laptop for demanding users. The amount of power on tap via the M1 Pro or M1 Max processor is staggering, and it’s backed up by a terrific screen and stunning battery life. With all the ports you could ask for, the only negatives are its relative bulk (especially compared to the Air) and high price.
ALTERNATIVES
Samsung Galaxy Book Pro (15.6in)
A powerful laptop with a 15.6-inch AMOLED screen that weighs a mere 1.05kg? And with stonking battery life too? The Galaxy Book Pro is a winner. Core i5, $1,333, amazon.com.au
Apple MacBook Air
If you don’t need the power of an M1 Pro or M1 Max,“make do” with the M1 in the MacBook Air and enjoy its super-slim design and relatively light weight at a much lower price.
From $1,499, apple.com/au
LG Gram 17 (2021)
The combination of a 2,560 x 1,600 17-inch screen and 1.3kg weight – as well as a well-rounded specification – make this a great buy for homeworkers.
$2,998, lg.com
GAMING LAPTOPS
Asus ROG Zephyrus M16 (2022)
i9-12900H and an RTX 3070Ti asus.com
2022 will see an update for all mainstream gaming laptops, and Asus is first to jump
