Best lightweight laptops for 2020 in the GCC market
We have noticed that during the past few years, consumers have directed consumers to prefer looking to buy laptops (laptops) with beautiful, compact designs due to their light weight and ability to do the most important work with a long operating period, which directed the producers to pay more attention to this requirement.
Because we realize the importance of buying a laptop and its complexity, with full awareness of the different budgets and needs of the laptop, it could be a versatile 2-in-1 laptop, for business, games or other more requirements. We worked diligently through the news of the day to review the latest thin, lightweight, and high-quality tablets with an explanation of the most important advantages and disadvantages in addition to providing advice for better use
We will begin by reviewing the latest 7 lightweight laptops available in the Gulf region:
1. Microsoft Surface Book 3 (13.5 screen - 2020 release)
The Microsoft Surface Book 3 laptop is considered the jewel of Microsoft’s manufacture that all the powerful and distinctive things have been integrated into this device to put specifications that are difficult for everyone to compete with, making it the top of the 2 in 1 detachable laptops.
An investment can be made in this device, as it is likely that the new generation will be issued by the end of autumn 2021
Pros of | Cons of |
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Unique detachable design Very powerful graphics processor Comfortable keyboard Very lite Dual cameras with 1080p resolution The battery is the strongest for 17.5 hours Many options for purchase |
High price The keyboard adds a large weight equal to the screen weight The pen is purchased separately |
2. Acer Swift 5 (2020 release)
Acer devices are widely spread in the Gulf region and the Middle East due to the availability of the latest technology at prices that suit users.
The iconic device Acer Swift 5 excels in providing integrated solutions, starting from a light weight of less than 1 kg with a strong body made of high-quality magnesium, lithium and aluminum with exquisite and attractive designs without compromising the strength of performance, it has been added an advantage not present with all competitors which is the resistance of the device Which you will know about in detail in the latest news
The most prominent thing that has been added is an anti-microbial material based on silver ion with all components even the touch screen
Pros of Acer Swift 5 (2020 release) | Cons of Acer Swift 5 (2020 release) |
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Nice design in luxurious colors Slim and featherweight Great battery life (up to 17 hours) 1080P matte touch screen Keeps cool under heavy workload without annoying fans Reasonable prices |
Keyboard layout is tight The speakers sound not as expected |
3. Huawei Matebook X Pro 2020
The Huawei MateBook X Pro has a battery that lasts up to 15 hours with an impressive light weight that makes it excellent for office jobs and for heavy users who edit videos.
It has a simple and very elegant design in addition to many safety features, most notably the hidden webcam with the keyboard that appears when you need it
The graphics card from Nvidia allows you to run some games
Pros of Huawei Matebook X Pro 2020 | Cons of Huawei Matebook X Pro 2020 |
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Vivid color operation display Durable premium construction with simple design Great battery life of 15 hours Great integration with other Huawei devices Affordable prices compared to some competitors Hidden webcam |
Webcam location Speakers sound not good
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4. Dell XPS 15 9500 (2020 release)
This Dell device is considered superior in performance from the rest of the light and thin devices, it seemed to provide a wonderful 4K screen with a sound system with amazing technologies with a graphics card from Nvidia to be the ideal choice for business owners that need high and strong performance
Dell introduces with its mobile device this best technology by providing it with fans and dual heat pipes to provide the highest performance without overheating.
Pros of Dell XPS 15 9500 (2020 release) | Cons of Dell XPS 15 9500 (2020 release) |
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Smallest laptop with massive capabilities Stylish and attractive design with excellent screen High quality speakers for the most beautiful experience Solid and sturdy construction weighing less than 2 kg Multiple ports A lot of options are available to you upon purchase to choose what suits you best The battery may last up to 24 hours in light use without video |
Not the best and highest graphics card (GPU) High price with a choice of the highest specifications
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5. LG Gram 17 - (2020 release)
The LG Gram 17 is the largest device in terms of the screen compared to its competitors without neglecting the main point of our news, which is light weight with the desired durability, as the LG Gram 17 has undergone a large number of tests, including military tests that ensure the quality of work in the harshest conditions with the ability The device has the potential for vibrations and shocks to be the best choice for people who do not deal with great kindness with such devices.
The size of the LG Gram 17’s large screen (17 inch) with the superior power of the device does not affect the strength of the battery. On the contrary, the battery of the LG Gram 17 will stay with you for up to 17 hours of average work.
Pros of LG Gram 17 - (2020 release) | Cons of LG Gram 17 - (2020 release) |
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17 inch large screen with a light weight not exceeding 1.35 kg Build a sturdy and durable LG laptop chassis that has been subject to military tests Vivid and brilliant WQXGA screen Premium battery lasts up to 17 hours Multiple ports for greater functionality
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Non-touch screen
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6. Asus ZenBook 13 "UX334" - (2020 release)
The Asus ZenBook 13 laptop has the most beautiful design through the use of royal dark blue aluminum with rose gold touches that add a luxurious and luxurious look to this model without losing sight of the required durability as it has undergone military tests that include the device's work in extreme conditions with a high ability to absorb shock and blows
With this generation of Asus ZenBook laptops, Asus provided 13 revolutionary advantages that reduce competitors by converting the center touch panel to a 2-inch screen that displays and offers multiple functions without leaving the basic function of atonement for the laptop
Pros of Asus ZenBook 13 "UX334" - (2020 release) | Cons of Asus ZenBook 13 "UX334" - (2020 release) |
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Smallest 13.3 inch laptop with a weight of just 1.20 kg Build a durable Asus laptop body that has been subject to military tests Experience pure and beautiful sound The large touchpad acts as a software operator and calculator with its primary function Very well presented
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Little space for the keyboard The battery is not strong for heavy use There is no 4K screen option |
7. Apple MacBook AIR 13.3 - (2020 release)
The MacBook 13.3 laptop is light and has good capacity with a classic, simple and distinctive design. A number of updates have been introduced, most notably the keyboard that has been drastically updated to improve the experience of consumers who love this brand, which led to a slight increase in the thickness of the device
The Apple MacBook 13.3 laptop has a premium sound system that is suitable for video makers.
It finds the indication that the Apple device is designed for average users for periods of up to 12 hours
Pros of Apple MacBook AIR 13.3 - (2020 release) | Cons of Apple MacBook AIR 13.3 - (2020 release) |
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An improved and updated keyboard New processors of the tenth generation Simple and durable design
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Battery life isn't the best Webcam is weak quality Screen colors aren't the best Not suitable for heavy business |
Comparison by technical specifications:
Processor:
The name / model of the laptop | Specifications |
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Microsoft Surface Book 3 | 2.30 GHz Intel® Core™ i7-1065G7 (4-core, 8MB cache, up to 3.9GHz) |
Acer Swift 5 (2020 release) | 1.30 GHz Intel® Core™ i7-1065G7 processor Quad-core |
Huawei Matebook X Pro 2020 | 1.80 GHz Intel® Core™ i7-10510U (4 cores, Turbo up to 4.9 GHz) |
Dell XPS 15 9500 (2020 release) | Intel® Core™ i7-10750H |
LG Gram 17 - (2020 release) | 1.30GHz Intel Core i7-1065G7 (4-core, turbo boost up to 3.9GHz) |
Asus ZenBook 13 "UX334" - (2020 release) | Intel® Core™ i7 10510U Processor |
Apple MacBook AIR 13.3 - (2020 release) | 1.1GHz Intel Core i3-1000NG4 (dual-core, 4 threads, 4MB cache, up to 3.2GHz) |
Memory:
The name / model of the laptop | Specifications |
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Microsoft Surface Book 3 | upto 32GB, LPDDR4x |
Acer Swift 5 (2020 release) | 16 GB, LPDDR4X |
Huawei Matebook X Pro 2020 | upto 16 GB, LPDDR3 |
Dell XPS 15 9500 (2020 release) | upto 32GB, DDR4-2933MHz |
LG Gram 17 - (2020 release) | 16GB DDR4 dual-channel |
Asus ZenBook 13 "UX334" - (2020 release) | 16 GB Onboard memory |
Apple MacBook AIR 13.3 - (2020 release) | 8GB, LPDDR4X |
Storage:
The name / model of the laptop | Specifications |
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Microsoft Surface Book 3 | 256GB PCIe SSD, 512GB PCIe SSD, 1T PCIe SSD |
Acer Swift 5 (2020 release) | 1TB SSD |
Huawei Matebook X Pro 2020 | 512GB / 1TB NVMe PCIe SSD |
Dell XPS 15 9500 (2020 release) | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB M.2 PCIe NVMe SSD |
LG Gram 17 - (2020 release) | 1TB M.2 SSD (2 X 512GB) |
Asus ZenBook 13 "UX334" - (2020 release) | 256GB PCIe Gen3 x2 SSD 512GB PCIe Gen3 x2 SSD 1TB PCIe Gen3 x4 SSD |
Apple MacBook AIR 13.3 - (2020 release) | 256GB PCIe SSD |
Graphics card (GPU):
The name / model of the laptop | Specifications |
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Microsoft Surface Book 3 | Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650 with Max-Q Design w/4GB GDDR5 graphics memory |
Acer Swift 5 (2020 release) | Intel Iris Plus Graphics shared memory |
Huawei Matebook X Pro 2020 | NVIDIA GeForce MX250 |
Dell XPS 15 9500 (2020 release) | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Ti 4GB GDDR6 |
LG Gram 17 - (2020 release) | Intel Iris Plus Graphics |
Asus ZenBook 13 "UX334" - (2020 release) | NVIDIA GeForce MX250 , with 2GB GDDR3 |
Apple MacBook AIR 13.3 - (2020 release) | Intel Iris Plus |
الشاشة:
The name / model of the laptop | Specifications |
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Microsoft Surface Book 3 | Screen Size: 13.5" Resolution: 3000 × 2000 |
Acer Swift 5 (2020 release) | Screen Size: 14" Resolution: 1920 × 1080 |
Huawei Matebook X Pro 2020 | Screen Size: 13.9' Resolution: 3000 × 2000 |
Dell XPS 15 9500 (2020 release) | Screen Size: 15.6" Resolution: 3840 x 2400 |
LG Gram 17 - (2020 release) | Screen Size: 17" Resolution: 2560 x 1600 |
Asus ZenBook 13 "UX334" - (2020 release) | Screen Size: 13.3" Resolution: 1920x1080 |
Apple MacBook AIR 13.3 - (2020 release) | Screen Size: 13.3" Resolution: 2560 x 1600 |
Touch Screen:
The name / model of the laptop | Specifications |
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Microsoft Surface Book 3 | YES |
Acer Swift 5 (2020 release) | YES |
Huawei Matebook X Pro 2020 | YES |
Dell XPS 15 9500 (2020 release) | YES |
LG Gram 17 - (2020 release) | NO |
Asus ZenBook 13 "UX334" - (2020 release) | YES |
Apple MacBook AIR 13.3 - (2020 release) | NO |
Fingerprint reader:
The name / model of the laptop | Specifications |
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Microsoft Surface Book 3 | YES |
Acer Swift 5 (2020 release) | YES |
Huawei Matebook X Pro 2020 | YES |
Dell XPS 15 9500 (2020 release) | YES |
LG Gram 17 - (2020 release) | YES |
Asus ZenBook 13 "UX334" - (2020 release) | YES |
Apple MacBook AIR 13.3 - (2020 release) | YES |
Battery life:
The name / model of the laptop | Specifications |
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Microsoft Surface Book 3 | upto 17.5H |
Acer Swift 5 (2020 release) | upto 17H |
Huawei Matebook X Pro 2020 | upto 15H |
Dell XPS 15 9500 (2020 release) | upto 24H |
LG Gram 17 - (2020 release) | upto 17H |
Asus ZenBook 13 "UX334" - (2020 release) | upto 15H |
Apple MacBook AIR 13.3 - (2020 release) | upto 12H |
Laptop Weight:
The name / model of the laptop | Specifications |
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Microsoft Surface Book 3 | 1.53 KGS |
Acer Swift 5 (2020 release) | 0.99 KGS |
Huawei Matebook X Pro 2020 | 1.33 KGS |
Dell XPS 15 9500 (2020 release) | 2.00 KGS |
LG Gram 17 - (2020 release) | 1.35 KGS |
Asus ZenBook 13 "UX334" - (2020 release) | 1.27 KGS |
Apple MacBook AIR 13.3 - (2020 release) | 1.30 KGS |
Laptop targeting:
The name / model of the laptop | Specifications |
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Microsoft Surface Book 3 | Suitable for office work, design, content creators, mid-career graphics, specific group games, students and researchers report authors |
Acer Swift 5 (2020 release) | Suitable for office work, content creators, students, and research reporting |
Huawei Matebook X Pro 2020 | Suitable for office work, students, researchers, reporters |
Dell XPS 15 9500 (2020 release) | Suitable for office work, design, content creators, mid-career graphics, range of medium to large games, students and researchers report authors |
LG Gram 17 - (2020 release) | Suitable for office work, design, content creators, mid-career graphics, specific group games, students and researchers report authors |
Asus ZenBook 13 "UX334" - (2020 release) | Suitable for office work, content creators, students, and research reporting |
Apple MacBook AIR 13.3 - (2020 release) | Suitable for office work, students and researchers reporting (light use) |
Final evaluation
The name / model of the laptop | Specifications |
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Microsoft Surface Book 3 | 9.5/10 |
Acer Swift 5 (2020 release) | 8/10 |
Huawei Matebook X Pro 2020 | 7.5/10 |
Dell XPS 15 9500 (2020 release) | 8.5/10 |
LG Gram 17 - (2020 release) | 8/10 |
Asus ZenBook 13 "UX334" - (2020 release) | 8/10 |
Apple MacBook AIR 13.3 - (2020 release) | 6.5/10 |