Ranking: Best all-round laptops reviewed by Notebookcheck

The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (2024) delivers outstanding performance with the M4 Pro chip, excelling in tasks like video rendering and 3D design. It boasts a premium build, over 21 hours of battery life, and enhanced camera features. The performance boost over previous models is noticeable, but the lack of repairability and upgradability remains a drawback, especially given its high price. Still, it’s a top-tier option for demanding users.

The Lenovo Yoga Pro 9 16IAH G10 impresses as an all-round successful multimedia notebook. It combines the Intel Core Ultra 7 255H with an Nvidia RTX 5060 laptop GPU - fluid graphics performance and solid computing power for this class. The Advanced Optimus technology enables automatic switching between integrated and dedicated GPU. The main eye-catcher is the 16-inch OLED touch display with a resolution of around 2.8 K, 120 Hz frame rate and a maximum brightness of up to 1,100 cd/m² in HDR mode. In benchmarks, the system is often above the average for its class, for example in Geekbench and 3DMark tests. The cooling remains comparatively quiet, power consumption and temperature development are well balanced. The battery life is still good, although it does not quite reach the class average.

The campus edition of the Yoga Pro 9 16 is available from Campuspoint for 1,939 euros while the Lenovo online store currently offers a price of 2,209euros.

The Asus ProArt P16 is a powerful, well-equipped notebook designed for content creators. It features an AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 with 12 cores, an Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070 Laptop GPU, and a true-color 4K OLED display, making it ideal for professional use. The high-quality aluminum case, excellent input devices, 64 GB RAM, and Wi-Fi 7 support enhance its appeal. However, the RAM is soldered and cannot be upgraded, and Asus charges a significant premium for the 64 GB variant.

The Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G7+ AMD is a powerful and stylish laptop designed for performance-hungry users and creative professionals. Equipped with the latest AMD Ryzen Strix Point series, a 16-inch display, and modern features, it balances performance, productivity, and comfort in a slim chassis. It offers excellent build quality, modern connectivity options (USB-C, HDMI 2.1, SD card reader), Wi-Fi 7, and a 1080p IR webcam with a privacy shutter. Security features include a fingerprint sensor in the power button and TPM 2.0 encryption, making it a solid choice for those seeking both mobility and high performance.

The mid-2024 Schenker Evo 14 is a lightweight 14-inch notebook powered by the AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS, delivering strong performance despite lacking a dedicated GPU. The integrated AMD Radeon 780M provides solid graphics capability, making light gaming possible. It features 32 GB RAM, a 1 TB SSD, and a high-resolution 14-inch 16:10 display. The premium aluminum case, extensive connectivity options, and good keyboard further enhance its appeal. With impressive battery life, the Schenker Evo 14 secures a solid spot in our top 10 multimedia laptops.

The Asus Zenbook S16 is a slim and lightweight multimedia notebook powered by the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370. This new SoC brings more native computing cores and a slightly stronger AMD Radeon 890M iGPU. Asus equips the device with 32 GB LPDDR5x RAM, though it is not expandable. The 16-inch OLED display delivers vibrant colors, though PWM handling could be improved. The Zenbook S16 performed well in testing, securing a strong spot in our top 10 list. It stands out with excellent system performance, a solid selection of ports, a comfortable keyboard, and long battery life. The main drawback is the non-upgradable RAM.

The mid-2024 XMG Evo 15 from Schenker is a solid and powerful multimedia notebook. It features an Intel Core Ultra 7 155H, paired with the improved Intel Arc 8-Core iGPU, which provides significantly better graphics performance. The device boasts a high-quality aluminum build that is both lightweight and durable. The 16:10 IPS panel with a 240 Hz refresh rate and no PWM is a standout feature. Overall, the Schenker XMG Evo 15 offers excellent system performance and is well-equipped for the future with its modern connectivity options.

The Lenovo Yoga Pro 7 14IMH9 combines elegance, performance, and flexibility in a premium compact laptop. Equipped with an Intel Core Ultra 7 155H and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 laptop GPU, it delivers strong performance for both gaming and professional applications. Up to 32GB LPDDR5x RAM and a PCIe SSD with up to 1TB ensure smooth multitasking and fast storage access. The device includes modern connectivity options such as Thunderbolt 4, USB-A, and HDMI 2.1, while Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3 provide stable wireless connections. Security features include an IR webcam with Windows Hello, a privacy shutter, and a fingerprint sensor.
With high-quality workmanship, versatile features, and solid performance, the Lenovo Yoga Pro 7 14IMH9 lives up to its premium status.

The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5 combines an Intel Core Ultra 9 185H and an Nvidia GeForce RTX 4060 laptop GPU, making it a good multimedia device. Fast RAM with 7,467 MT/s and a 1 TB SSD are installed in the 16-inch device. Lenovo relies on an OLED panel for the built-in display, which ensures great color reproduction. In terms of resolution, however, the display cannot quite keep up with the competition. Although it is a 16-inch notebook, the dimensions are compact. However, the maintenance options are clearly limited.

The Tuxedo InfinityBook Pro 14 is an ultra-mobile Linux notebook that combines performance, mobility and elegance. With its low weight, robust magnesium casing and a height of just under 16 mm, it is ideal for flexible use on the move. The 14-inch display with narrow bezel offers razor-sharp images in high resolution and ensures productive work, whether in the office, on the move or in the home office. Modern AMD technology is at work inside, providing sufficient computing power even for more demanding tasks. The close integration with Linux is typical of Tuxedo: the device offers the best hardware basis for using Linux as an operating system. The InfinityBook Pro 14 thus combines uncompromising mobility, high performance and full Linux freedom in one device.