•  Date Published: 13 Jul 2026
    • Intel Core i5-1335U
    • Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (80EU)
    • 15.6”, Full HD (1920 x 1080), IPS
    • 512GB SSD
    • 16GB RAM
    • 1.62 kg (3.6 lbs)
    5.6
    TOTAL SCORE
    7.7 Portability Very Good
    7.0 Display Very Good
    5.7 For Work Average
    3.1 For Gaming Mediocre

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    Pros

    • Very portable and lightweight design
    • Sleek and minimalist aesthetics
    • Fingerprint-resistant finish
    • Comfortable keyboard and spacious trackpad
    • Quiet and cool operation even under load
    • Fast storage for a budget laptop (NVMe SSD)

    Cons

    • Base TN screen has low brightness and contrast
    • Modest performance suitable for basic tasks only
    • Optional keyboard backlight and fingerprint reader