Laptop Mag reviews over 100 laptops annually to identify the best options across various categories. As the managing editor, I am involved in every review, either as an editor or reviewer. This expertise allows me to guide you in selecting the perfect laptop for your needs.
March marks the beginning of a busy season for new laptops. The recently reviewed MacBook Air 13-inch M4 and MacBook Air 15-inch M4 have joined the competition, but many more laptops are expected to enter the market and claim a spot among the best laptops of 2025.
1. MacBook Air M4
Specifications
CPU: Apple M4
GPU: Apple M4 GPU
RAM: 16GB
Storage: 512GB SSD
Display: 13.6-inch, 1664p
Size: 12 x 8.5 x 0.44 inches
Weight: 2.7 pounds
Pros
Affordable pricing
Excellent performance
Nearly 16 hours of battery life
Bright Liquid Retina display
Fast and comfortable typing experience
Best-in-class webcam
Cons
Limited ports
Upgrades can become expensive
2. Acer Swift Go 14
Specifications
CPU: Intel Core Ultra 7 155H
GPU: Intel integrated Arc GPU
RAM: 16GB
Storage: 1TB SSD
Display: 14-inch, 1920 x 1200
Size: 12.32 x 8.6 x 0.68 inches
Weight: 2.9 pounds
Pros
Powerful Intel Core Ultra CPU with Arc GPU
AI-powered NPU for improved performance
Sturdy all-aluminum build with a stylish design
Excellent webcam quality
Improved battery life
Cons
Weak speaker performance
Base display could be more colorful
3. Asus Zenbook 14 OLED (Q425)
Specifications
CPU: Intel Core Ultra 7 155H
GPU: Intel Arc Graphics
RAM: 16GB
Storage: 1TB SSD
Display: 14-inch, 1080p
Size: 12.3 x 8.7 x 0.6 inches
Weight: 3 pounds
Pros
Nearly 16 hours of battery life
Snappy performance
Quality audio output
Smooth and comfortable keyboard
Secure webcam privacy shutter
Cons
Display could be brighter
Runs a bit hot
5. MacBook Pro (16-inch, M4 Pro)
Specifications
CPU: Apple M4 Pro / M4 Max
GPU: Apple M4 Pro / M4 Max
RAM: 16GB / 32GB / 64GB / 96GB / 128GB
Storage: 512GB / 1TB / 2TB / 4TB / 8TB
Display: 16.2-inch Liquid Retina XDR (3024 x 1964 pixels)
Size: 14 x 9.8 x 0.7 inches
Weight: 4.7 pounds
Pros
Almost 21 hours of battery life
Exceptional performance
Crystal-clear webcam
Bright and vibrant display
Robust stereo sound quality
Cons
Lacks Face ID
Awkward vent placement
High upgrade costs
