20:20 started with some great laptop announcements and despite some shortages and delays many of those are now available these are our favorite laptops of 2020 so far for this list I along with CNET's other laptop reviewers Dan Ackerman and Laura Gruening tested a bunch of laptops over the past few months and went through and selected a few of our favorites to put on your shortlist let's dig in first on the list but not in any particular order is the Dell XPS 13 we really like the whole 2020 XPS lineup but the XPS 13 has been our go-to ultra portable Windows pick for a couple years now and for 2020 Dell gave us more screen in a smaller body it has a new 13 point 4 inch display and really the thing is pretty much just a display and a keyboard and a lot of power and battery life inside

The XPS 13 is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a compact, yet powerful laptop. Its 13.4-inch display is one of its standout features, offering a great balance between portability and productivity. The new display is also one of the thinnest on the market, making it perfect for those who want to carry their laptop with them wherever they go. With its impressive battery life and long-lasting power, the XPS 13 is an excellent option for anyone looking for a reliable laptop that can keep up with their busy lifestyle.

Next up in our list of favorite laptops of 2020 is Apple's MacBook Air. The 20/20 air is a winner mostly because Apple switched to a new magic keyboard. The older butterfly keyboard design was a bit of a literal sticking point for buyers, and this new design is definitely an improvement. Apple also returned to a $9.99 starting price, which makes the least expensive laptop slightly more affordable.

The MacBook Air's sleek design and powerful performance make it a top choice for anyone looking for a reliable and portable laptop. The new magic keyboard is a game-changer, offering improved typing experience and reduced lag. With its impressive battery life and long-lasting power, the MacBook Air is an excellent option for anyone who needs a reliable laptop that can keep up with their busy lifestyle.

Moving on from big names to boutique PCs, we have the Main Gear 15-inch gaming laptop. This slim and stylish laptop is designed specifically for gamers, offering a powerful performance at an affordable price. It's collaboration with Intel has resulted in a 4-pound slab of a laptop that still packs a punch when it comes to gaming. With its 144Hz display and Optima canticle keyboard featuring perky RGB lighting, this laptop is perfect for anyone who wants to stay immersed in their games.

But what really sets the Main Gear apart from other gaming laptops on the market is its impressive specs. It's available with either an NVIDIA GeForce 16.60 TI or RTX 2070 Max Q graphics card, ensuring that it can handle even the most demanding games at high frame rates. And unlike many other gaming laptops, there's no bloatware to slow down the performance of this device.

Another standout in our list is the Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo 15. This laptop boasts a monstrous name to match its impressive specs and features. With a 15.6-inch main display and a secondary tilting 14-inch touchscreen, it's perfect for anyone who wants to stay productive and entertained on the go. The 144Hz display is fast enough to keep up with even the most demanding games, while the Optima canticle keyboard provides a great typing experience.

Inside, you'll find up to an Intel Core i9 processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Super Max Q graphics card, ensuring that this laptop can handle any task that comes its way. And with its sleek design and powerful performance, it's no wonder the ROG Zephyrus Duo 15 is a top choice for anyone looking for a gaming laptop.

On the other end of the spectrum, we have the Lenovo Duet Chromebook, which starts at just $300. This compact and lightweight laptop is perfect for anyone who wants a reliable device that can keep up with their daily tasks. With its snappy magnetic keyboard and 10-inch display, it's an excellent option for those looking for a budget-friendly alternative to more expensive laptops.

While the Lenovo Duet Chromebook may not be as powerful as some of our other picks, it makes up for it in terms of value and portability. Its compact design and lightweight build make it perfect for carrying around on-the-go, while its impressive battery life ensures that you can stay productive all day long without needing to recharge.

Another standout in the Lenovo lineup is the Yoga 7i, which is one of the top-of-line premium models from the company. With a range of features such as 4K display and 360-degree hinge, this laptop offers everything you need for a top-class productivity experience.

But what really sets the Yoga 7i apart from other laptops in its class is its impressive design and build quality. Its sleek and compact body makes it perfect for carrying around on-the-go, while its long-lasting battery ensures that you can stay productive all day long without needing to recharge.

Finally, we have a few more options that are worth mentioning. There's the Gigabyte Aorus 15G, which features a Pantone-certified display and mechanical keyboard with Omron blue switches. With its powerful specs and impressive design, it's an excellent option for anyone who wants a reliable gaming laptop that can keep up with their busy lifestyle.

And then there's the HP Envy x360, which boasts an affordable price point while still offering impressive specs such as AMD Ryzen 7 processor and Radeon RX Vega 8 graphics. With its long-lasting battery life and compact design, it's perfect for anyone who wants a reliable laptop that can keep up with their daily tasks.

Last but not least, there's the Acer Swift 3, which features an Intel Core i7 processor and NVIDIA GeForce MX250 graphics card. With its sleek design and powerful performance, it's an excellent option for anyone looking for a reliable laptop that can handle demanding tasks such as gaming and video editing.

Overall, these are some of our favorite laptops of 2020, each offering unique features and specs that make them stand out from the rest. Whether you're looking for a compact and portable laptop or a powerful gaming device, there's something on this list for everyone.

"WEBVTTKind: captionsLanguage: en20:20 started with some great laptop announcements and despite some shortages and delays many of those are now available these are our favorite laptops of 2020 so far for this list I along with CNET's other laptop reviewers Dan Ackerman and Laura Gruening tested a bunch of laptops over the past few months and went through and selected a few of our favorites to put on your shortlist let's dig in first on the list but not in any particular order is the Dell XPS 13 we really like the whole 2020 XPS lineup but the XPS 13 has been our go-to ultra portable Windows pick for a couple years now and for 2020 Dell gave us more screen in a smaller body it has a new 13 point 4 inch display and really the thing is pretty much just a display and a keyboard and a lot of power and battery life inside next up is our ultra portable mainstay Apple's MacBook Air the 20/20 air is a winner mostly because Apple switched to a new magic keyboard the older butterfly keyboard design was a bit of a literal sticking point for buyers and this new design is definitely an improvement apple also returned to a $9.99 starting price which makes apple's least expensive laptop slightly more affordable now I'm moving on from big names to a boutique PC with the main gear element the 15-inch gaming laptop was born from a collaboration with Intel it's a slim stylish 4 pound slab that hits the right gaming notes for its size like a 144 Hertz display an Optima canticle keyboard with perky RGB lighting and either in nvidia 16 60 TI or r-tx 2070 max q graphics card there's no bloatware here either and main gear has great support to back it all up and here's another gaming laptop meet the asus rog Zephyrus duo 15 a monster name for a monster laptop with a 15.6 inch main display and a secondary tilting 14 inch touch Green which comes in handy er than you might think especially if you don't have room for an external display on your desk inside you'll find up to an Intel Core I 9 processor and NVIDIA r-tx 2080s Super Max Q so plenty of gaming performance but you'll pay for it with a starting price of three thousand dollars way down the other end of the laptop market is the Lenovo duet Chromebook the little detachable 10-inch two and one is $300 and includes it's snappy magnetic keyboard cover it's a great around the house or a work anywhere device that delivers above its price and while I'm talking about Lenovo it's yoga lineup this year has been very strong including and especially the SI 940 its top of the line premium model it's one of my favorites and it really shows how good the two-in-one category has gotten over the years there are also a few laptops that showed up toward the tail end of June that we've started testing but aren't quite finished with yet but look promising like this gigabyte or as 15g it's a gaming laptop with a Pantone certified display and a mechanical keyboard with Omron blue switches and we're also getting laptops with the latest AMD risin chips like this 13-inch HP Envy x-360 that looks pretty sweet for less than $100 and then there's this 14 inch Acer Swift 3 with a risin 740 700 you that is just a straight-up good value at 650 dollars so there you have it that's our list of some of our favorite laptops of 2020 so far thanks for watching and are there any that we missed let us know down in the comments and check us out on cnet.com for all of our laptop and tech coverage20:20 started with some great laptop announcements and despite some shortages and delays many of those are now available these are our favorite laptops of 2020 so far for this list I along with CNET's other laptop reviewers Dan Ackerman and Laura Gruening tested a bunch of laptops over the past few months and went through and selected a few of our favorites to put on your shortlist let's dig in first on the list but not in any particular order is the Dell XPS 13 we really like the whole 2020 XPS lineup but the XPS 13 has been our go-to ultra portable Windows pick for a couple years now and for 2020 Dell gave us more screen in a smaller body it has a new 13 point 4 inch display and really the thing is pretty much just a display and a keyboard and a lot of power and battery life inside next up is our ultra portable mainstay Apple's MacBook Air the 20/20 air is a winner mostly because Apple switched to a new magic keyboard the older butterfly keyboard design was a bit of a literal sticking point for buyers and this new design is definitely an improvement apple also returned to a $9.99 starting price which makes apple's least expensive laptop slightly more affordable now I'm moving on from big names to a boutique PC with the main gear element the 15-inch gaming laptop was born from a collaboration with Intel it's a slim stylish 4 pound slab that hits the right gaming notes for its size like a 144 Hertz display an Optima canticle keyboard with perky RGB lighting and either in nvidia 16 60 TI or r-tx 2070 max q graphics card there's no bloatware here either and main gear has great support to back it all up and here's another gaming laptop meet the asus rog Zephyrus duo 15 a monster name for a monster laptop with a 15.6 inch main display and a secondary tilting 14 inch touch Green which comes in handy er than you might think especially if you don't have room for an external display on your desk inside you'll find up to an Intel Core I 9 processor and NVIDIA r-tx 2080s Super Max Q so plenty of gaming performance but you'll pay for it with a starting price of three thousand dollars way down the other end of the laptop market is the Lenovo duet Chromebook the little detachable 10-inch two and one is $300 and includes it's snappy magnetic keyboard cover it's a great around the house or a work anywhere device that delivers above its price and while I'm talking about Lenovo it's yoga lineup this year has been very strong including and especially the SI 940 its top of the line premium model it's one of my favorites and it really shows how good the two-in-one category has gotten over the years there are also a few laptops that showed up toward the tail end of June that we've started testing but aren't quite finished with yet but look promising like this gigabyte or as 15g it's a gaming laptop with a Pantone certified display and a mechanical keyboard with Omron blue switches and we're also getting laptops with the latest AMD risin chips like this 13-inch HP Envy x-360 that looks pretty sweet for less than $100 and then there's this 14 inch Acer Swift 3 with a risin 740 700 you that is just a straight-up good value at 650 dollars so there you have it that's our list of some of our favorite laptops of 2020 so far thanks for watching and are there any that we missed let us know down in the comments and check us out on cnet.com for all of our laptop and tech coverage\n"