Generally speaking, every laptop generation is faster and more capable than the one that came before it. But something’s different this year. Between higher performance hardware, more efficient components, a trend towards eco-friendly materials , and laptop designs that aren’t afraid to be weird and experimental , I have to say that 2025 feels like the most exciting year for laptops in many, many years.

Take a look at any of our top laptop lists—whether that’s best laptops overall or best gaming laptops or best laptops for college students —and you’re sure to spot some trends running through each of them. I’m particularly fond of the new crop of ultra-bright and colorful OLED screens, but everyone has their own favorites.

So let’s get into it! Here are some of the top laptop tr

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