Top 3 Ultrabooks 2015
Ultrabooks have come a long way since they were first introduced to compete with the MacBook Air world. Below are top 3 ultrabooks 2015 and they’re thin and light while featuring powerful Intel Core processors, fast SSD storage and superb battery life. But more than anything else they represent the bleeding edge of laptops; case in point the side shrinking Dell XPS 13 and the unbelievably light Lenovo LaVie Z.
Of course, this all means Ultrabook also come at a premium. Don’t be surprised with prices that start at $999 (around £584, AU$1,064) just for the low-end and nearly $2,000 (around £1,169, AU$2,131) at the very high end.
It’s an arms race in the Ultrabook world and there’s no room for losers in this space, as such it’s hard not to find a great machine but below you’ll find the very best cream of the crop.
1. Dell XPS 13
Possibly the best laptop on the planet, Dell’s latest is a masterpiece
CPU: 2.2GHz Intel Core i5-5200 | Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 5500 | RAM: 8GB | Screen: 3,200 x 1,800 | Storage: 230GB SSD | Connectivity: 802.11 AC, Bluetooth 4.0 | Camera: 720p | Weight: 2.8 pounds
The new Dell XPS 13 is a 13.3-inch notebook, but it has the small footprint of an 11-inch machine. Fortunately for us, the XPS 13 isn’t all beauty and no brains. This laptop features the horsepower to make work and play enjoyable, and it has just enough battery life to never leave you in a lurch. Regardless of whether you choose to upgrade to the touchscreen quad HD+ version, or if you stand pat with the full HD model, the Dell XPS 13 will provide you with a delightful experience for years to come.
2. Asus ZenBook UX305
A truly excellent ultrabook at a very agreeable price point
CPU: 800MHz Intel Core M 5Y10 | Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 5300 | RAM: 8GB | Screen: 13.3-inch 1920×1080 | Storage: 256GB SSD | Connectivity: 802.11n + Bluetooth 4.0 | Camera: 720p | Weight: 2.6 pounds | Dimensions: 12.8 x 8.9 x
The ZenBook UX305 is a superbly-built, fully metal machine that’s thin, light and very attractive. This lightweight system can easily take on any task whether its browsing the web, watching video or editing images. What’s more, you get excellent battery life out of this machine all while doing. The most striking thing about the UX305 is that it comes at a $699 or £649 (about AU$902) price. While it isn’t exactly a shining symbol of innovation in the Ultrabook space, it is the most affordable Ultrabook out today and it won’t disappoint you.
3. Asus ZenBook Pro UX501
An attractive alternative to a certain fruit-flavoured laptop
CPU: 2.6GHz Intel Core i7-4720HQ | Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960M | RAM: 16GB | Screen: 15.6-inch, 3840 x 2160 IPS Display | Storage: 512GB PCIe x4 SSD | Connectivity: Intel PRO Wireless AC 7260 + BT Wireless LAN Combo | Camera: Built-in 720P Video Camera | Weight: 5.0 pounds | Dimensions: 15.08 x 10.04 x
If you’re looking for a laptop with a little more meat on its bones but don’t want to break the bank, the Asus ZenBook Pro UX501 is a stylish contender. It features a bright, vibrant 4K display and simply flies with the fastest storage drive around. While it’s not the lightest Ultrabook around, it comes with a very capable processor and a dedicated graphics card to handle some light gaming too. The UX501’s meaty innards and affordability make it an attractive option for content creators and media buffs alike.
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