Are you looking for a new 2-in-1 laptop? Well, we've got you covered with our roundup of the best 2-in-1 laptop PCs on the market right now! Everything from laptops that can turn into tablets, to tablets that can convert pretty nicely into laptops. Here's what's hot right now.
Microsoft's latest Surface Pro 9 is the best 2-in-1 you can buy right now. Featuring Intel 12th-Gen and Microsoft SQ3 processors, a gorgeous 13-inch touch display with a high-resolution of 2880 x 1920, and that classic built-in kickstand. The Surface Pro 9 also supports the best-in-class peripherals, including Microsoft's Surface Slim Pen 2 with support for haptics, and the Surface Type Cover with built-in charging cradle for said pen!
So, what's new with the Surface Pro 9? Microsoft has refined its design over the Surface Pro 8 in small but important ways. The volume and power buttons have moved to the top edge when in landscape mode, and the Thunderbolt 4 enabled USB-C ports have moved over to the left side.
Additionally, the SSD door on the non-5G model is tool-less, meaning you can access the SSD area without needing a SIM tool to open it first. Microsoft also says it's redesigned the inside entirely to make it more repairable, with even more replaceable components right down to the heatsink.
Lastly, Microsoft has also merged the Surface Pro X with the Surface Pro 9, meaning it's available in both Intel and ARM flavors. On the Intel side, we're getting 12th-Gen Intel Core i5 or i7 U-series chips, which offer huge performance gains over 11th-Gen Intel found in the Surface Pro 8.
On the ARM side, we have the Microsoft SQ3, based on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8cx Gen3. This chip offers great performance while remaining energy efficient, and is the only way you can get 5G on a Surface Pro 9 as the modem is built-in to the system-on-a-chip.
Featuring an incredible 16-inch "3K" display in the excellent 16:10 aspect ratio, 13th Gen Intel Core i5 or i7 processors, up to 16GB RAM, and up to a 2TB SSD, you can't go wrong with the HP Spectre x360 16 for all your mobile computing needs. It's also a great 2-in-1 for web browsing, light video editing, and productivity work thanks to its 360-degree hinge.
This model continues with HP's excellent soft, rounded design that ditches the old gem-cut chassis in favor of something that's more welcoming around the edges. It's available in three colors, those being "natural silver," "nightfall black," and "nocturn blue," all of which look superb.
The only real downside about this laptop is that it's really quite large to use as a tablet, as its 16-inch display paired with a non-removable keyboard deck makes things a little unwieldy. But if you're okay with that, this is an excellent choice with the latest specs that doesn't cost an arm and a leg.
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 Pro 360 is our pick for best 2-in-1 workhorse, with an incredible 13-inch "3K" AMOLED display, 13th-Gen Intel Core i7 P series processors, 16GB RAM and Intel Iris Xe graphics.
This machine is a beast, with those P-series chips offering excellent performance over the Ultrabook class chips you normally find in convertibles. It has a 76Wh battery, offering up to 19 hours on a single charge. It's also available in two colorways, those being Graphite and Beige.
The Galaxy Book3 Pro 360 also supports the Samsung S-Pen, which is included with the laptop. There's AKG quad speakers built-in, Thunderbolt 4 capabilities, and that AMOLED display has amazing color contrast.
If you're looking for a 2-in-1 that also has power under the hood, the Surface Laptop Studio is the device for you. Featuring an Intel H35 series Intel core i5 or i7, up to 32GB RAM, and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti, the Surface Laptop Studio can be your perfect on-the-go workhorse for video and photo editing, creativity work, and more.
Featuring a 14.4-inch 120Hz display, one of the best keyboards we've ever tested, and a haptic touchpad with adjustable levels of intensity, the Surface Laptop Studio is a one of a kind. The display can be pulled forward into stage mode, great for watching content on the couch or a place. It can also be laid flat, which Microsoft calls studio mode.
In studio mode, you can take advantage of the Microsoft Slim Pen 2, which also supports haptics. The laptop features two Thunderbolt 4 USB-C ports, a Surface Connect port, and a headphone jack.
The Lenovo Yoga 9i is an excellent 2-in-1 convertible PC on the market right now. It features a beautiful, rounded design with no sharp edges, a large 14-inch 90Hz display with a 16:10 aspect ratio, the latest 12th-gen chips from Intel, and comes will a full-sized digital pen for inking in the box!
The Intel 13th-generation P-series chips found on the inside are a huge step-up in performance over last year. The display is also pretty great, with a 14-inch panel that's available in a variety of resolutions, including 2K and 4K options. Plus, you can also spec the panel with OLED, which delivers punchy colors and deep contrast. Additionally, this laptop is HDR compatible, albeit it only in a plugged-in state.
For ports, we have three USB-C ports, two on the left supporting Thunderbolt 4, and one on the right being a USB-C 3.1 port. There's also a full-size USB-A port on the left, and a 3.5mm headphone jack on the right. There are two colors available; "storm grey" which is your usual dark colorway, and "oatmeal," which appears like a light gold.
The 10.5-inch touch display on the Surface Go 3 is 1920x1280, and there's a front-facing webcam tucked in at the top that's great for video calls. Inside, get an Intel Pentium Gold Processor 6500Y with 4GB or 8GB RAM with 64GB or 128GB storage. Or, upgrade to an Intel Core m3 processor with 8GB RAM and 128GB or 256GB storage, with optional LTE.
The Surface Go 3 is perfect for students and businesses looking to get work done when out and about. Its small form factor makes it super convenient to carry around, in or out of a bag. Plus, it's cheap, starting at just $400. For that price, you're getting the same premium design found on the Surface Pro, including the same kickstand and Type Cover setup.
It has Windows Hello and excellent webcams. It features a USB-C port, Surface Connect, and a microSD card slot as well for expandable storage. We love the Surface Go, and think it's the best $400 Windows PC you can buy.
Bottom line
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The Surface Pro 9 is an excellent 2-in-1 convertible PC on the market right now. It features a beautiful, rounded design with no sharp edges, a large 13-inch 120Hz display with a 3:2 aspect ratio, great 12th-gen chips from Intel, and supports Microsoft's excellent Type Cover and Slim Pen 2 accessories.
For ports, we have two USB-C ports on the left side, both of which are Thunderbolt 4 capable, and the magnetic Surface Connect port on the right. There are four colors available; Platinum, Graphite, Sapphire, and Sage. Be sure to check out our best Windows 11-ready laptops too.
