Table of Contents
- How much does a laptop weigh?
- The lightest laptops under 2.2 pounds / 1 Kg as of 2025
- The lightest small laptops that weigh less than 1.22 kilos /2.7 lbs
- Lightweight 13 and 14-inch ultrabooks – under 1.22 kilos / 2.7 lbs
- The lightest 15-inch laptops under 4 lbs
- The lightest 16-inch, 17-inch, 18-inch laptops
- Wrap up
In this article, we’re discussing the lightest laptops and ultrabooks currently available in stores.
A laptop’s overall weight is one of my main concerns when shopping for a highly portable computer, the kind I’ll constantly grab along to work or school or during my commute, or something I can comfortably bring with me when traveling. In fact, a lightweight and sturdy build matter more to me than having the most compact footprint or the thinnest design, although in most cases the lightest laptops are also some of the thinnest and smallest as well.
How much does a laptop weigh?
These days, the average laptop weight is somewhere between 2 and 7 pounds (900 grams to 3.2 kilos), and varies depending on screen size and the capabilities of each design. Compact ultrabooks typically weigh 3 lbs or less, with the lightest models under 2 lbs (1 kilo), while powerful work and gaming laptops weigh 5+ lbs.
In between, you’ll find a multitude of all-around laptops that weigh between 3 to 6 lbs, based on their specs and features. The more powerful the machine, the higher the weight.
Manufacturers rarely advertise the weight of their laptops, but since many of you are interested in this sort of lightweight computers, I’ve put together a few lists of the lightest options you can find in stores all around the world based on a couple of criteria.
We’ll be looking at regular clamshell ultrabooks, 2-in-1 convertible laptops, Windows tablets, powerful gaming/work notebooks, and a few Chromebooks, so there’s something in here for each and every one of you.
I’ll also add that only the latest versions of each device are included in these lists, which I update periodically with new entries. At the same time, this article is not a top of the lightest laptops or a classification of the best lightweight laptops out there – you’ll find that topic more thoroughly covered in this separate article over here.
To make it easier for you to find what you’re looking for, I’ve split the post into several different sections, starting with:
- the lightest overall laptops that weigh less than 2.2 pounds (or 1 kg),
- compact 10 to 12-inch options under 2.6 pounds (or 1.2 kg),
- as well as lists of the lightest sub-14-inch, 15-inch, and 16 & 17-inch laptops.
I’ve also included details on the important hardware specs, screen size, and battery size for each unit, and the latter is particularly important when it comes to lightweight laptop computers, as some units skimp on long battery life in order to weigh as little as possible, and that’s not something I’d sacrifice on my everyday computer.
The lightest laptops under 2.2 pounds / 1 Kg as of 2025
These are the lightest laptop computers you can find in stores these days that weigh less than 1 kilo. I’ve included mostly complete laptops in here, but also a few tablet formats that keep under the 1 kilo limit with their included keyboard folios/docks.
Keep in mind that I’ve only included in here devices that can be utilized as fully functional laptops, which means devices that include a QWERTY keyboard. That means I’ve left out some tablets and some gaming handhelds that lack a keyboard, but otherwise weigh less than a kilo, such as the Steam Deck, Asus ROG Ally, GPD Win 5, MSI Claw, or the Lenovo Legion Go.
Also, you should be aware of the differences in format, screen size, hardware and battery capacity on these devices, especially the lower you go on weight.
Furthermore, as a heads-up, make sure to look into reviews for more details on the overall build and feel of these devices, as well as more insights on their ergonomics, performance and battery life, as some compromises were made with some of these ultra-light products in order for them to weight as little as they do, and it’s best to be aware of these compromises in advance.
Note: I’ve updated this section of the article. Let me know if there’s anything that should be in here and is not.
| Model | Type | Display, Specs, Battery | Weight |
| GPD Win 4 | Handheld, 2024 | 6″ IPS touch, Ryzen U, 45 Wh | 1.32 lbs / 0.6 kg |
| Fujitsu FMV Zero | Business, 2024 | 14″ IPS matte, Intel Core U, ?? Wh | 1.4 lbs / 0.64 kg |
| GPD Win Mini | Mini Laptop, 2025 | 7″ IPS touch, recent Ryzen AI, 44 Wh | 1.65 lbs / 0.75 kg |
| One-Netbook OneMix 4 | mini Laptop, 2021 | 10.1″ touch, Intel Core U, 38 Wh | 1.7 lbs / 0.78 kg |
| GPD Pocket 4 | Mini Laptop, 2024 | 8.8″ IPS touch, recent Ryzen AI, 45 Wh | 1.75 lbs / 0.79 kg |
| Microsoft Surface Pro 12″ | Tablet + Folio, 2025 | 12″ 3:2 touch, Snapdragon, 38 Wh | 1.8 lbs / .82 kg, with keyboard |
| Fujitsu FMV Note U | Business, 2025 | 14″ IPS matte, Intel Core Ultra V, 64 Wh | 1.87 lbs / 0.85 kg |
| Dynabook Portégé X30L | Business, 2024 | 13.3″ matte, Intel Core U, 56 Wh | 1.93 lbs / 0.875 kg |
| Asus ExpertBook B9 | Business, 2020 | 14″ IPS matte, Intel Core U, with 33 Wh | 1.94 lbs / 0.88 kg |
| Fujitsu Lifebook UH-X | Business, 2021 | 13.3″ IPS matte, Intel Core U, 64 Wh | 1.96 lbs / 0.89 kg |
| Acer Swift 7 | Ultrabook, 2018 | 14″ IPS matte, old Intel Core Y, 32 Wh | 1.96 lbs / 0.89 kg |
| Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Aura Edition |
Business, 2025 | 14″ OLED, Intel Core Ultra V, 57 Wh | 2.18 lbs / .99 kg |
| Vaio SX12 | Ultrabook, 2022 | 12.5″ matte, Intel Core U, 54 Wh | 2 lbs / 0.9 kg |
| Chuwi MiniBook X | mini 2-in-1, 2025 | 10.5″ touch, Intel N150, 29 Wh | 2 lbs / 0.92 kg |
| Apple Macbook 12 | Ultrabook, 2015 | 12″ glossy, old Core Y, 41.4 Wh | 2 lbs / 0.92 kg |
| Microsoft Surface Go | Tablet + Folio, 2024 | 10.5″ 3:2 touch, Intel N200, 27 Wh | 2.07 lbs / 0.94 kg, with keyboard |
| HP Pavilion Aero | Ultrabook, 2023 | 13.3″ IPS 16:10 matte, AMD Ryzen U, 43 Wh | 2.1 lbs / 0.95 kg |
| Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Carbon | ultrabook, 2020 | 13.3″ IPS 16:10 touch, Intel Core P, 50 Wh | 2.14 lbs / 0.97 kg |
| One-Netbook OneMix 5 | mini laptop, 2023 | 10.1″ touch, Intel Core U, 42 Wh | 2.14 lbs / 0.97 kg |
| MSI Prestige 13 AI+ Evo | Ultrabook, 2025 | 13.3″ IPS or OLED, Intel Core Ultra V, 75 Wh | 2.15 lbs / 0.97 kg |
| Asus Zenbook A14 | Ultrabook, 2025 | 14″ OLED, Snapdragon, 70 Wh | 2.2 lbs / 0.99 kg |
| Acer Swift Air 16 | Ultrabook, 2025 | 16″ IPS matte, AMD Ryzen AI, 50 Wh | 2.2 lbs / 0.99 kg |
| Asus ExpertBook B9 | Business, 2020 | 14″ IPS matte, Intel Core U, with 66 Wh | 2.2 lbs / 0.99 kg |
| Dynabook Portégé X30W | 2-in-1, 2025 | 13.3″ IPS touch, Intel Core Ultra V, 53 Wh | 2.2 lbs / 0.99 kg |
| GPD Win Max 2 | Mini Laptop, 2025 | 10.1″ touch, recent Ryzen AI, 67 Wh | 2.2 lbs / 1 kg |
| HP OmniBook 7 Aero | Ultrabook, 2025 | 13.3″ IPS 16:10 matte, AMD Ryzen AI, 43 Wh | 2.2 lbs / 0.99 kg |
| HP ProBook 635 Aero | Business, 2021 | 13.3″ IPS touch, AMD Ryzen U, 53 Wh | 2.2 lbs / 0.99 kg |
| HP Elite Dragonfly | ultrabook, 2023 | 13.5″ IPS 3:2 touch, Intel Core U, 68 Wh | 2.2 lbs / 0.99 kg |
| Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano | Business, 2022 | 13″ 16:10 matte/touch, Intel Core P, 49 Wh | 2.2 lbs / 0.99 kg |
| LG Gram Style 14 | Ultrabook, 2023 | 14″ 16:10 OLED glossy, Intel Core P, 72 Wh | 2.2 lbs / 0.99 kg |
| LG Gram 15 SuperSlim | Ultrabook, 2023 | 15.6″ OLED glossy, Intel Core Ultra, 60 Wh | 2.2 lbs / .99 kg |
| System76 Lemur Pro | Ultrabook, 2024 | 14″ IPS matte, Intel Core Ultra U, 73 Wh | 2.2 lbs / .99 kg |
Some of the lightest uncompromised laptops of this generation: Fujitsu LifeBook, Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon, and the HP ProBook Aero
The lightest small laptops that weigh less than 1.22 kilos /2.7 lbs
This is a list of mini ultrabooks, Chromebooks, and 2-in-1s with sub-13-inch displays that weigh between 2.2 and 2.7 lbs (1 to 1.2 kg).
The even lighter variants that weigh less than 1 kilo have been included in the first subsection of this article.
| Model | Type | Display, Specs, Battery | Weight |
| Asus VivoBook Go L210 | Mini Laptop, 2024 | 11.6″ matte, Intel Celeron, 38 Wh | 2.3 lbs / 1.05 kg |
| Lenovo Chromebook Duet 11 | Chromebook Tablet + Folio |
10.9″ 16:10 touch, Mediatek, 29 Wh | 2.43 lbs / 1.1 kg |
| Microsoft Surface Laptop Go | Ultrabook, 2023 | 12.4″ IPS 3:2 touch, Intel Core U, 40 Wh |
2.5 lbs / 1.13 kg |
| ASUS Chromebook CM3 | Chromebook 2-in-1, 2022 | 12″ touch, Mediatek, 32 Wh | 2.5 lbs / 1.12 kg |
| Microsoft Surface Pro 11, 13″ | Tablet + Folio, 2024 | 13″ 3:2 OLED touch, Snapdragon, 47 Wh | 2.7 lbs / 1.24 kg, with keyboard |
| Lenovo Ideapad 1 | Mini Laptop, 2024 | 11.6″ matte, Intel Celeron/Pentium, 35 Wh | 2.65 lbs / 1.2 kg |
| HP Stream 11 | Mini Laptop, 2021 | 11.6″ matte, Intel Celeron, 38 Wh | 2.7 lbs / 1.25 kg |
Lightweight 13 and 14-inch ultrabooks – under 1.22 kilos / 2.7 lbs
This section includes lightweight 13 to 14-inch laptops that weigh between 2.2 and 2.7 lbs (1 to 1.2 kg). The lighter variants that weigh less than 1 kilo have been included in the first subsection of this article.
| Model | Type | Display, Specs, Battery | Weight |
| Asus ZenBook S 13 OLED (Intel) | Ultrabook, 2023 | 13.3″ OLED glossy, Intel Core Ultra, 63 Wh | 2.31 lbs / 1.05 kg |
| Vaio Z | Ultrabook, 2022 | 14″ matte, Intel Core U, 54 Wh | 2.32 lbs / 1.06 kg |
| Lenovo ThinkPad X13s | Business, 2022 | 13.3″ matte/touch, Snapdragon, 49 Wh | 2.35 lbs / 1.06 kg |
| Google Pixelbook Go | Chromebook, 2019 | 13.3″ touch, old Intel Core Y, 41 Wh | 2.4 lbs / 1.09 kg |
| Asus ZenBook S 13 OLED (AMD) | Ultrabook, 2022 | 13.3″ OLED glossy, AMD Ryzen U, 67 Wh | 2.4 lbs / 1.09 kg |
| Dell Pro 13 Premium | Business, 2025 | 13.3″ IPS, Intel Core Ultra V, 40/60 Wh | 2.4 lbs / 1.1 kg |
| LG Gram 14 Lightweight | Ultrabook, 2024 | 14″ 16:10 IPS matte, Intel Core Ultra, 72 Wh | 2.47 lbs / 1.12 kg |
| Dell Pro 14 Premium | Business, 2025 | 14″ IPS, Intel Core Ultra V, 40/60 Wh | 2.55 lbs / 1.15 kg |
| Dell XPS 13 | Ultrabook, 2024 | 13.3″ IPS, Intel Core Ultra or Qualcomm, 51 Wh | 2.6 lbs / 1.18 kg |
| Acer Travelmate P6 | Ultrabook, 2024 | 14″ IPS matte, Core U, 65 Wh | 2.6 lbs / 1.18 kg |
| Asus Zenbook S 14 | Ultrabook, 2024 | 14″ OLED, Intel Core Ultra V, 72 Wh | 2.6 lbs / 1.18 kg |
| Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Carbon |
Convertible, 2021 | 13.5″ 3:2 touch, Intel Core U, 44.5 Wh | 2.62 lbs / 1.19 kg |
| Acer Swift 5 | Ultrabook, 2023 | 14″ matte, old Intel Core U, 54 Wh | 2.65 lbs / 1.2 kg |
| Asus ZenBook 14 | Ultrabook, 2025 | 14″ OLED, Intel Ultra H or AMD Ryzen AI, 75 Wh | 2.65 lbs / 1.2 kg |
| HP EliteBook X | Ultrabook, 2025 | 14″ IPS or OLED, Intel Core Ultra V, 68 Wh | 2.65 lbs / 1.2 kg |
| Apple MacBook Air 13 | Ultrabook, 2025 | 13.6″ IPS 16:10 retina glossy, Apple M, 49.9 Wh | 2.7 lbs / 1.22 kg |
| Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition |
Ultrabook, 2025 | 14″ OLED, Intel Core Ultra V, 70 Wh | 2.7 lbs / 1.22 kg |
| Lenovo Yoga Slim 9i | Ultrabook, 2025 | 14″ OLED, Intel Core Ultra V, 75 Wh | 2.7 lbs / 1.22 kg |
| Lenovo Yoga Book 9i | Dual-display, 2025 | 14″ 2x OLED, Intel Core Ultra V, 88 Wh | 2.7 lbs / 1.22 kg |
| Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro 14 | Ultrabook, 2025 | 14″ AMOLED 16:10, Intel Core Ultra V, 63 Wh | 2.7 lbs / 1.22 kg |
These aside, check out our more detailed analysis on compact ultraportables for a few more options that do not meet the strict weight limits chosen for this selection, but are still among the best ultrabooks money can buy these days, such as the Dell XPS 13, Microsoft Surface Laptop or the Apple MacBook Air. You should also check our Chromebook Buying guide for some more options in that class.
Furthermore, if you’re interested in more powerful compact laptops that are still quite lightweight, there are a couple of excellent options available around 3.5 lbs/1.5 kilos, such as the Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 and TUF A14, the Razer Blade 14 and the MacBook Pro 14. We discuss these powerful ultrabooks in this dedicated article.
The lightest 15-inch laptops under 4 lbs
While full-size 15-inch laptops are not primarily designed with a lightweight chassis in mind, some of you might actually want a thin-and-light laptop with a bit more power and a larger screen, that’s why I’ve compiled the following list of 15-inch notebooks that weigh less than 4 pounds (roughly 1.8 kilos).
You’ll mostly find two types of laptops in this class. On one hand, there are the 15-inch models based on Intel Core or AMD Ryzen hardware platforms with Intel/AMD integrated graphics, and I’ve only included those options that weigh less than 3.5 lbs in this class, in order to keep to a more manageable selection. On the other, there are the more powerful models built on Intel Core H or AMD Ryzen AI platforms with some sort of mid to high-level Nvidia GeForce dGPUs, and in this case, I’ve included those that weigh 4 lbs or less, as sacrificing on the portability to some extent is compensated by the superior performance in sustained loads and games.
If you’re looking for a more ample selection of excellent thin-and-light laptops with 15+ inch displays, this article is a must-read for you, as it also covers those options that go slightly over the limits we’ve set for this article, but compensate for it with higher-quality constructions, extra features, and capabilities that some of these ultra-lightweight models might not completely check for you.
| Model | Type | Display, Specs, Battery | Weight |
| Acer Swift 5 15 | Ultrabook, 2018 | 15.6″ IPS matte, older Intel Core U, 54 Wh | 2.2 lbs / 0.99 kg |
| LG Gram 15 SuperSlim | Ultrabook, 2023 | 15.6″ OLED touch, Intel Core Ultra, 60 Wh | 2.2 lbs / .99 kg |
| Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus | Chromebook 2-in-1, 2024 |
15.6″ AMOLED, Intel Core U, 68 Wh | 2.58 lbs / 1.17 kg |
| LG Gram 15 Lightweight | Ultrabook, 2024 | 15.6″ IPS touch, Intel Core Ultra, 72 Wh | 2.9 lbs / 1.32 kg |
| Asus Vivobook S 15 S5507 | Ultrabook, 2024 | 15.3″ OLED, Qualcomm, 70 Wh | 3.13 lbs / 1.42 kg |
| Lenovo ThinkPad X9 | Ultrabook, 2025 | 15.3″ OLED touch, Intel Core Ultra V, 80 Wh | 3.1 lbs / 1.40 kg |
| Schenker VIA 15 Pro | Ultrabook, 2022 | 15.6″ IPS 2.5K 165Hz matte, AMD Ryzen U, 91 Wh | 3.2 lbs / 1.45 kg |
| Dell Latitude 15 9510 | Ultrabook, 2020 | 15″ IPS 16:10 matte, older Intel Core U, 52 Wh | 3.2 lbs / 1.45 kg |
| Asus Vivobook S 15 M5506 | Ultrabook, 2024 | 15.6″ OLED, AMD Ryzen AI, 75 Wh | 3.3 lbs / 1.5 kg |
| Asus Vivobook S 15 S5506 | Ultrabook, 2024 | 15.6″ OLED, Intel Core Ultra, 75 Wh | 3.3 lbs / 1.5 kg |
| Apple MacBook Air 15 | Ultrabook, 2025 | 15.3″ IPS 16:10 retina glossy, Apple M2, 49.9 Wh | 3.3 lbs / 1.5 kg |
| Samsung Galaxy Book4 | Ultrabook, 2023 | 15.6″ IPS matte, Intel Core U + MX570, 54 Wh | 3.46 lbs / 1.55 kg |
| Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition |
Ultrabook, 2024 | 15.3″ IPS touch, Qualcomm, 70 Wh | 3.4 lbs / 1.55 kg |
| Huawei MateBook D 15 | Ultrabook, 2021 | 15.6″ IPS matte, AMD Ryzen U, 56 Wh | 3.5 lbs / 1.55 kg |
| Microsoft Surface Laptop 15 | Ultrabook, 2025 | 15″ IPS 3:2 touch, Qualcomm, 64 Wh | 3.67 lbs / 1.66 kg |
| Asus VivoBook Pro 15 OLED | Ultrabook, 2024 | 15.6″ OLED 16:9 glossy, older Intel or AMD H + RTX 4060, 63 Wh |
3.7 lbs / 1.65 kg |
| MSI Prestige 15 | Ultrabook, 2022 | 15.6″ IPS 16:9 matte, Intel Core P + 3050Ti, 82 Wh |
3.75 lbs / 1.7 kg |
| Dell XPS 15 | Workstation, 2024 | 15.6″ IPS 16:10 matte/touch, Intel Core H + RTX 4070, 86 Wh |
4 lbs / 1.8 kg |
There’s also a wide range of 15-inch laptops that weigh between 4 and 4.4 lbs, including both multimedia and gaming models. Check out this post for my detailed list of recommended 15-inch portable laptops.
The lightest 16-inch, 17-inch, 18-inch laptops
In case you’re interested in a lightweight laptop with a larger 16-inch or 17-inch display, the following table includes the few portable options out there.
The limits are aggressively set at 4.4 lbs (2 kg) for these models, regardless of the hardware specs, and that’s because many of these larger products are full-performance laptops with powerful specs and modern features, the kind I’d expect you’d want in a larger-screen computer.
| Model | Type | Display, Specs, Battery | Weight |
| Acer Swift Air 16 | Ultrabook, 2025 | 16″ IPS matte, AMD Ryzen AI, 50 Wh | 2.2 lbs / 0.99 kg |
| LG Gram 16 Lightweight | Ultrabook, 2024 | 16″ IPS matte 16:10, Intel Core Ultra + Arc, 77 Wh | 2.65 lbs / 1.2 kg |
| LG Gram Style 16 | Ultrabook, 2022 | 16″ OLED 16:10 glossy, Intel Core P + Iris Xe, 80 Wh | 2.76 lbs / 1.27 kg |
| Acer Swift 16 Edge | Ultrabook, 2025 | 16″ 16:10 OLED glossy, AMD Ryzen U, 54 Wh | 2.75 lbs / 1.23 kg |
| LG Gram 16 | Ultrabook, 2024 | 16″ IPS matte 16:10, Intel Core Ultra V, 77 Wh | 2.75 lbs / 1.23 kg |
| LG Gram 17 | Ultrabook, 2025 | 17″ IPS matte 16:10, Intel Core Ultra V, 77 Wh | 2.97 lbs / 1.35 kg |
| Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro | Multimedia, 2025 | 16″ AMOLED 16:10, Intel Core Ultra V, 76 Wh | 3.44 lbs / 1.56 kg |
| Asus Zenbook S 16 | Ultrabook, 2025 | 16″ OLED, Intel Core Ultra V or AMD Ryzen AI, 78 Wh | 3.5 lbs / 1.5 kg |
| MSI Prestige 16 AI+ Evo | Ultrabook, 2025 | 16″ IPS, Intel Core Ultra V, 99 Wh | 3.5 lbs / 1.5 kg |
| Asus Vivobook S 16 | ultrabook, 2025 | 16″ 16:10 IPS, Intel or AMD, 70 Wh | 3.75 lbs / 1.7 kg |
| HP EliteBook 8 16 | Business, 2025 | 16″ 16:10 IPS, Intel or AMD, 62 or 77 Wh | 3.75 lbs / 1.7 kg |
| Huawei MateBook D 16 | Ultrabook, 2023 | 16″ IPS 16:10 matte, Intel Core H + Iris, 60 Wh |
3.8 lbs / 1.72 kg |
| HP ZBook Firefly 16 | Workstation, 2024 | 16″ 16:10, Intel Core P + T550, 51 Wh | 3.97 lbs / 1.8 kg |
| Asus VivoBook 16X | Multimedia, 2023 | 16″ 16:10, Intel Core H + RTX 4060, up to 70 Wh | 3.98 lbs / 1.8 kg |
| Samsung Galaxy Book4 Ultra | Multimedia, 2023 | 16″ AMOLED 16:10, Intel Core Ultra + RTX 4070, 76 Wh | 4.1 lbs / 1.85 kg |
| Asus VivoBook Pro 16 | Multimedia, 2023 | 16″ 16:10, Intel Core H + RTX 4060, up to 96 Wh | 4.2 lbs / 1.9 kg |
| Lenovo ThinkPad P1 | Workstation, 2025 | 16″ IPS or OLED, Intel Core Ultra + RTX Pro, 99 Wh | 4.3 lbs / 1.95 kg |
| Asus ProArt P16 | Workstation, 2025 | 16″ 16:10 OLED, AMD Ryzen AI + RTX 5090, 90 Wh | 4.3 lbs / 1.95 kg |
| Apple Macbook Pro 16 | Workstation, 2025 | 16″ 16:10 retina glossy, Apple M, 99 Wh | 4.4 lbs / 2 kg |
| Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 | Gaming, 2025 | 16″ 16:10 OLED, Intel Core H + RTX 5090, 90 Wh | 4.4 lbs / 2 kg |
| MSI Stealth 16 Studio | Gaming, Workstation, 2025 |
16″ 16:10 matte, Intel Core H + RTX 5090, 99 Wh |
4.4 lbs / 2 kg |
Some of the lightest 17-inch laptops: MSI GS75 Stealth, Dell XPS 17, and the LG gram 17
Here’s a short glossary of the terms mentioned above:
- Types:
- Ultrabook: standard-shaped clamshell computer – here’s a detailed ultrabook definition;
- Convertible: 2-in-1 laptop with 360-degree convertible display;
- Detachable: 2-in-1 laptop with detachable stand-alone display;
- Chromebook – a laptop running Google’s ChromeOS operating system;
- Business – everyday laptop with a tougher chassis and a few features that make it best fit for business environments (fingerprint readers, vPRO, TPM, etc);
- Multimedia – complete all-day performance laptops meant for daily use, demanding work-loads and light gaming;
- Workstation – performance laptops meant for demanding work-loads and creative work;
- Gaming – ultraportable laptops with powerful graphics chips, able to deal with games;
Wrap up
This pretty much wraps up these lists of the lightest and most portable laptops in the world.
I might have left some of them out, so if you spot anything that’s missing and should be in here, let me know in the comments below.
Furthermore, for more details about ultrabooks, check out all the other articles here on the site. And if you have any questions or need any help picking the best thin-and-light laptop for your needs, drop me a line in the comments section or by email, I’ll be around to reply.
Jerome
September 24, 2016 at 3:41 pm
Hi Andrei,
I currently have a Smasung Series 9 900X3C, and I upgraded my SSD to 512Gb and my RAM to 16Gb. I love this laptop apart from the fact that the paint is peeling off the keys and the battery now only lasts 1.5 hours.
Ideally I'm looking for a direct replacement for this, preferably with an i7 processor, but the biggest requirement is the same size and weight and the ability to support 16GB RAM as I run virtual machines which I need to assign 8Gb RAM.
I am looking at the XPS 13, but this maxes out at 8GB RAM and isn't upgradeable.
Is there anything you can recommend which would satisfy my requirements?
I am willing to pay whatever it costs to find such a machine
Michael Adamson
March 10, 2018 at 10:12 pm
Will you be reviewing the new Macbook? 11.6" screen and wieghs 2 lb. A real ultra-portable. I'm not an Apple fan but this machine sets a standard for thin, light, fanless computing against which other laptops can be judged. I'm particularly interested in how it performs with the 1.2 GHz Core M processor.
Cheri
April 18, 2018 at 7:51 pm
What a great article and information!
Do you know if any of the 15+inch that are lighter weight (around 5lbs), are in the taller screen 16:10 ratio. I also would like a smooth surface to the mouse pad.
I can generally pay what it takes, but so far only the Mac seems to have this combo but it really is very pricey at over $2500 once I've added Parallels then plus accessories.
It's the taller ratio that's hard to find, but that extra vertical screen room is very functional. If the ratio's not available, can you point me to the 15+" that's closer to 4.5" and also with a smooth mouse surface?
Thanks again for the article. It really makes it so much easier to start researching on from here.
Ralph
August 6, 2022 at 6:39 am
Hi,
Great information here. I'm a IT university student looking for a 14" or larger light ultrabook, 7hrs> battery life, 128gb> ssd, full HD or better resolution, 8gb> memory and possibly touch screen, I've had trouble finding a suitable 14inch or larger ultrabook, I don't might OS and have a budget around 2000AUD. What models would you recommend?
Thank you.
Cheri
April 28, 2023 at 9:50 pm
Hi Andrei – I posted a comment and question a few above. Did you have any suggestions (did I miss a post)?
My question was:
Do you know of any 15+ inch that are lighter weight (around 5lbs), that have a taller screen in 16:10 ratio or any taller size? I'm also looking for a smooth mouse pad surface (not textured). That extra height on the screen is adds so much function.
I can pay what's needed, but would like to stick with Windows.
So far only the Mac seems to have this combo (tall, lightweight, smooth mouse) and also it's very pricey at over $2500 once I’ve added Parallels then plus mac accessories.
The taller screen is hard to find, so that's what I'd compromise on. So if it's not availabe, can you point me to the 15+” that’s closer to 4.5lbs with a smooth mouse surface?
Any help would be great. Thanks!
Evelyn Livermore
June 19, 2023 at 7:33 am
Hi,
I've been an avid Thinkpad/Lenovo-fan the last 16 years. I'll be going back to university this fall and am looking for a lightweight, i5-ish (or something giving similar performance) computer with battery life of 7 hours+. I do not need much storage space, and will be using it mostly for documents and surfing. I would like 13.3" or smaller. I have a larger, more powerful PC at home, but its way too heavy to lug around. My budget is $750.
I've been trying to look for Lenovos that meet my criteria, but I'm not up to date anymore with the different types of models. I have also heard good things about the Acers and Asus'.
Eliot
April 23, 2024 at 12:11 pm
Hey Andrei!
Thanks for a great website, so much useful information here!
I was hoping you could help me choose an ultrabook.
I'm going backpacking for a year soon so I need something super light to travel with but also needs to be strong and sturdy enough to be bashed around a bit in a backpack for a while. Will be using it most days on the go – mostly for video streaming and skype – on long bus journeys and in hostels so a good battery life, and something that doesn't get too hot are also important factors for me.
So to sum up, I need something light, sturdy, cool and with good battery life. I'm not bothered about touchscreen or tablet convertability or anything high-tech.
What would you recommend?
Thanks,
Eliot
Kacey
August 8, 2025 at 3:42 pm
Hi, I am looking for a very lightweight (under 2 kgs) ultrabook which has a 13 in screen and is powerful enough to do multiple multi-tasking jobs (Word, Excel, powerpoint, multiple webpages, but no gaming).
I will be visiting the US in a few weeks and would like to get one there because they are much cheaper than in DK. Can you suggest something?
Mushtaq
September 26, 2025 at 4:36 pm
Hi Andrei,
I’m a grad student in US now and after I finish my grad I will teach in collage and I want to build a laptop from a company, so may I ask which brand you think is better and what most important details I need to tell them (Like CPU, RAM, drive…). I want it very fast, light, thin and for math and photo editor programming, no gaming or movies a lot could you help me please.