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You’re looking for the best hybrid laptops on the market?
There are so many choices, where to you start? This post is a summary of all the best high-end 2-in-1 laptops on the market. There are many – many – laptops in this category. Here we are talking expensive high-end laptops, but so oh so good!
If you want to refine your search – or find more affordable laptops – go to our page on the best 2-in-1 laptops. There, you’ll be able to search by price, by screen size and by type.
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Specs for the Top 14 Best Hybrid Laptops
Graphics 12 to 15-inch Processor Intel m7, i5, i7 RAM 8 to 16 GB Storage 256 to 1000 GB Battery life 6 to 12 hours OS Windows 10 Thickness / Weight 0.33 to 0.9″ / 1.73 to 5 lbs Price Range $$$ to $$$$$
Top 14 Best Hybrid Laptops
1 – Lenovo Yoga 900 – 13″ QHD Convertible
“Best convertible laptop”
The 13-inch Lenovo Yoga 910 looks, feels and behaves like a premium hybrid laptop. It has a gorgeous QHD screen, a strong audio system and so much power that you won’t need more in the years to come! The sleek silver frame is convertible so you can use it in all the classic positions of the best hybrid laptops. Lenovo really did a great job here!
Graphics | 13.3″ QHD touchscreen (3200 x 1800) |
Performance | Intel i7 with 8 GB of RAM |
Storage | 256 GB SSD |
Battery life | Up to 9 hours |
OS | Windows 10 |
Thickness / Weight | 0.59″ / 2.8 lbs |
Price Range | $$$ |
Other similar versions (prices may vary)
14-inch QHD + Integrated,
15-inch HD + NVIDIA GT 940MX
2 – Microsoft Surface Book – 13″ QHD Detachable
“Best Detachable Laptop”
When Microsoft launched the Surface Book, the first thing that came to mind was: wow, they really invented a new product. And indeed they did. This is really a brand new type of detachable high-end laptop. First I think it’s the perfect size at 13.5" with a full-size keyboard and a screen that holds in hands as a tablet. It has one of the best screens of the market and the pen is really useful for graphic designers, architects or for meetings. It comes with many configurations depending on your needs and the built-quality is undeniable. Read our full review.
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Graphics | 13.5″ QHD touchscreen (3000 x 2000) with NVIDIA GTX 965M |
Performance | Intel i7 with 8 GB of RAM |
Storage | 256 GB SSD |
Battery life | Up to 12 hours |
OS | Windows 10 |
Thickness / Weight | 0.9″ / 3.34 lbs |
Price Range | $$$ |
Other similar versions (prices may vary)
the more affordable Intel i5 + 8 GB RAM
3 – HP Spectre X360 13t – 13″ HD Convertible
“Premium Hybrid with great Screen and Audio”
With the HP Spectre 360, HP did a great product that competes with the other premium hybrid laptops. Not only that the screen & audio system are great, but it delivers enough performance for the years to come. If you want to have a better idea of the quality of the product, look at our review on it’s brother, the non-hybrid HP Spectre 13.
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Cons
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Graphics | 13.3″ HD touchscreen (1920 x 1080) |
Performance | Intel i7 with 8 GB of RAM |
Storage | 256 GB SSD |
Battery life | Up to 8 hours |
OS | Windows 10 |
Thickness / Weight | 0.55″ / 2.9 lbs |
Price Range | $$$$ |
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Black & Gold,
the equally good and powerful 15-inch QHD + NVIDIA MX150
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4 – Asus Zenbook Flip UX360CA – 13″ HD Convertible
“Affordable Premium Convertible”
All the laptops in the Zenbook series are great and the Asus Zenbook Flip does not disappoint! As with its brothers, everything is great in this laptop and it definitely deserves its spot as one of the best hybrid laptop! Performance is good, it has a long battery life and a sleek look with its quality design. Really a great choice at an affordable price.
Graphics | 13.3″ HD touchscreen (1920 x 1080) |
Performance | Intel i5 with 8 GB of RAM |
Storage | 256 GB SSD |
Battery life | Expect 8 to 10 hours |
OS | Windows 10 |
Thickness / Weight | 0.54″ / 2.86 lbs |
Price Range | $$$ |
5 – Microsoft Surface Pro – 12″ QHD Detachable
“Best Hybrid notebook for the road”
When the first Microsoft Surface Pro came out, you could really tell that they invented a brand new niche. And with this 4th version, they perfected the concept. If you want the best small hybrid laptop, this is it! It has a great 12-inch HD screen, is ultra-light and easy to carry around. If you’re often on the road, this might be the best choice you can make. Read our full review.
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Cons
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Graphics | 12″ QHD touchscreen (2736 x 1824) |
Performance | Intel i5 with 8 GB of RAM |
Storage | 128 GB SSD |
Battery life | Up to 9 hours |
OS | Windows 10 |
Thickness / Weight | 0.33″ / 1.73 lbs |
Price Range | $$$ |
Other similar versions (prices may vary)
the affordable Intel m3 + 4 GB RAM,
the powerful Intel i7 + 8 GB RAM
6 – Samsung Notebook Spin 9 – 13″ QHD Convertible
“High-end Hybrid”
Samsung has definitely produced one of the best laptop hybrid laptops with the Notebook Spin series. The only reason it’s not higher on the list is that the competition is so harsh in this category. The Samsung Notebook Spin 9 has everything you want: a vivid screen & decent speakers mounted on a nice-looking, premium frame. The battery life is a little under-average, but otherwise it’s a great 2-in-1 notebook.
Graphics | 13.3″ QHD touchscreen (3200×1800) |
Performance | Intel i5 with 8 GB of RAM |
Storage | 256 GB SSD |
Battery life | Up to 7.5 hours |
OS | Windows 10 |
Thickness / Weight | 0.59″ / 2.87 lbs |
Price Range | $$$$ |
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7 – Acer Spin 7 – 14″ HD Convertible
“Impressively thin & light 14-inch”
Acer introduced the Spin 7 not long ago and they did a fair job offering a competitive product. I doesn’t have the greatest screen, speakers nor performance, but everything is pretty good and belongs on a premium laptop. The design of this 14-inch is pretty sleek and it’s an incredibly thin notebook. Impressive for a 14-inch laptop. All in all, a good product by Acer. If you’re looking for the slimmest and lightest laptops on the market, you’ve got one of them here.
Pros
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Cons
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Graphics | 14″ HD screen (1920 x 1080) |
Performance | Intel i7 with 8 GB of RAM |
Storage | 256 GB SSD |
Battery life | Up to 8 hours |
OS | Windows 10 |
Thickness / Weight | 0.43″ / 2.6 lbs |
Price Range | $$$ |
Other similar versions (prices may vary)
The more affordable Acer Spin 5
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8 – HP Envy 13 x360 – 13″ QHD Convertible
“Affordable Quality”
This is the 2-in-1 version of the HP Envy 13 I reviewed before and that I fell in love with. HP made a great, quality ultra-thin laptop here. They really manage to build an affordable mid-range laptop here. The screen is great and the sound system powerful.
Graphics | 13.3″ QHD touchscreen (3840 x 2160) |
Performance | Intel i7 with 16 GB of RAM |
Storage | 256 or 512 GB SSD |
Battery life | Up to 7.5 hours |
OS | Windows 10 |
Thickness / Weight | 0.51″ / 2.8 lbs |
Price Range | $$$$ |
Other similar versions (prices may vary)
13-inch HD + Integrated,
15-inch QHD + Intel Iris Graphic
9 – HP Spectre X2 – 12″ QHD Convertible
“Slim quality 2-in-1”
The HP Spectre X2 is a quality detachable 12-inch hybrid laptop that competes with the Microsoft Surface Pro. It has a good sturdy keyboard that is comfortable for typing and a good screen. It’s a great choice that delivers more value than some of the competition.
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Cons
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Graphics | 12″ QHD touchscreen (3000 x 2000) |
Performance | Intel m7 with 8 GB of RAM |
Storage | 128 GB SSD |
Battery life | Up to 10 hours |
OS | Windows 10 |
Thickness / Weight | 0.52″ / 2.68 lbs |
Price Range | $$$ |
Other similar versions (prices may vary)
the budget version with Intel m3 + 4 GB RAM
10 – Samsung Notebook 7 Spin – 15″ HD Convertible
“Best 2-in-1 Gaming Laptop”
If you are looking for the best 2-in-1 gaming laptop, this is it! With its powerful specs, QHD screen and NVIDIA graphic card, it will please the casual gamer in you. And you also get a quality 15-inch laptop that looks good and feels solid. It’s also a great for a graphic designer! I would have preferred a SSD drive instead of the slower 1000 GB, but otherwise there are very few flaws in the Samsung Notebook 7 spin.
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Cons
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Graphics | 15.6″ HD touchscreen (1920 x 1080) |
Performance | AMD Ryzen 5 with 8 GB of RAM |
Storage | 1000 GB |
Battery life | Up to 9 hours |
OS | Windows 10 |
Thickness / Weight | 0.74″ / 4.9 lbs |
Price Range | $$$ |
Other similar versions (prices may vary)
11 – Dell Inspiron i5579 – 15″ HD Convertible
“Mid-range 15-inch hybrid”
The Dell i5568 is a mid-range laptop that offers good value without breaking the bank. It’s equipped with a 15-inch HD screen, so don’t expect the most portable of the best hybrid laptops, but if you’re looking for a laptop to watch movies, this is a great choice.
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Graphics | 15.6″ HD touchscreen (1920 x 1080) |
Performance | Intel i5 with 8 GB of RAM |
Storage | 1000 GB HDD (5400 rpm) |
Battery life | Expect 6 hours |
OS | Windows 10 |
Thickness / Weight | 0.8″ / 4.8 lbs |
Price Range | $$$ |
Other similar versions (prices may vary)
12 – Acer Switch Alpha 12 – 12″ QHD Detachable
“Affordable Quality 2-in-1”
Acer made an interesting hybrid laptop here. They’ve built a well-engineered detachable 12-inch with a vivid QHD screen and enough power to compete with the more expensive competition. Acer put a lot on this notebook but still kept the price pretty low. Read our full review.
Pros
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Cons
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Graphics | 12″ QHD touchscreen (2160 x 1440) |
Performance | Intel i5 with 8 GB of RAM |
Storage | 256 GB SSD |
Battery life | Up to 8 hours |
OS | Windows 10 |
Thickness / Weight | 0.62″ / 2.9 lbs |
Price Range | $$ |
Other similar versions (prices may vary)
13 – Lenovo Yoga 710 – 15″ HD Convertible
“Affordable 14-inch 2-in-1”
The little brother of the Yoga 900 is more affordable, but still has a good built-quality and acceptable performance. It’s a little heavier than its sibling, but if you are a more budget conscious, it’s a great choice that you won’t regret!
Pros
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Cons
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Graphics | 15.6″ HD touchscreen (1920 x 1080) |
Performance | Intel i5 with 8 GB of RAM |
Storage | 256 GB SSD |
Battery life | Up to 8 hours |
OS | Windows 10 |
Thickness / Weight | 0.7″ / 4.45 lbs |
Price Range | $$$ |
Other similar versions (prices may vary)
11-inch HD + Integrated,
14-inch HD + Integrated
14 – HP Pavilion x360 – 15″ HD Convertible
“Decent Affordable hybrid”
The 14-inch HP Pavilion x360 is not the best hybrid laptop on the market, but it’s actually a decent low-cost 2-in-1. Like most laptop in the Pavilion series, nothing is great but nothing is bad as well. For the price, it’s actually a good offer from HP. Don’t expect premium specs or materials, but for an affordable 2-in-1, it deserves its spot on this list.
Graphics | 15.6″ HD touchscreen (1920 x 1080) |
Performance | Intel i5 with 8 GB of RAM |
Storage | 256 or 512 GB SSD |
Battery life | Up to 8 hours |
OS | Windows 10 |
Thickness / Weight | 0.8″ / 4.9 lbs |
Price Range | $$$ |
Other similar versions (prices may vary)
Erik is the owner and main editor of lptps.com. He has been working in computers and information technology for more than 20 years. He’s a business analyst, developer, and avid traveler.