The era of the hybrids (Tablets and laptops hybrid)
With the recent upscale in demand for 2 in 1 laptops or hybrids as they are called in the tech world. The need for an article that helps to guide users to the product that is right for them. Right now they they can be of a special interest to students looking to buy a laptop for college. Our experts have taken the time out to curate this list of hybrid laptops that we think should serve your needs perfectly.
Hp Spectre x360 15 2019
CPU: Intel Core i7-8750H
Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050Ti
Ram: 8GB-16GB
Screen: 15.6-inch 3,840 x 2,160- pixel OLED touchscreen
Storage: 256 SSD -2TB SSD
Pros:
- Awesome performance
- Excellent design
- Incredible 4k OLED display
- Powerful graphics card
Cons:
- Expensive
Since its inception, Hp’s Spectre line of hybrid ultrabook laptops was designed to suit users that needed laptops that could function as a tablet while looking sleek, and powerful. The best thing about this 2 in 1 laptop is the fact that it doesn’t compromise on performance to compensate for its sleek design. Rocking an 8th-generation Intel Core i7 CPU, and a Nvidia GTX 1050Ti, this hybrid laptop is a beast when it comes to performance. And even with its base model that comes with 8GB of RAM, you can never run out of memory to work with, but if you are a chrome freak, then you should opt for the 16GB RAM model. The newly included OLED 4k panel makes it an incredible machine for visual presentations, gaming, and some late night Binge watching.
Microsoft Surface Book 2
CPU: Intel Core i7-8650U
Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060 (4GB GDDR5 VRAM)
Ram: 16GB
Screen: 15.6-inch 3,240 x 2,160- pixel OLED touchscreen
Storage: 512 GB PCIe 3.0 SSD
Pros:
- Zero compromise hybrid
- Incredible screen
- Powerful Graphics card
Cons:
- Undervolted CPU
- Expensive
For many people, this is the ultimate 2 in 1 hybrid laptop that knocks it out of the pack of them. Many would argue that it should be in the number one spots as it stays closer to its hybrid meaning by having a detachable screen, unlike the Hp Spectre that has a 360 degrees flip screen. The only reason why the Hp Spectre is on the throne is because it has a more powerful CPU. However, the Microsoft Surface Book 2 is a beast to be reckoned with. Depending on how you like to play ball, this 2 in 1 laptop has all you need to be versatile with your device. If you like to work on the go, then its detachable screen that can function as a powerful tablet gives you all the advantage you might need. Also, if you need to carry out a powerful workload, then you can attach the keyboard and use it for gaming, video editing and much more. The Microsoft Surface Book 2 offers the best of both worlds.
Google Pixelbook
CPU: Intel Core i5-i7
Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 615
Ram: 8 – 16GB
Screen: 12.3-inch 2,400 x 1,600- LCD touchscreen
Storage: 128 – 512 GB SSD
Pros:
- Beautiful Design
- Incredible display and vibrant colors
- Support for Android apps
Cons:
- Expensive
- Pixelbook pen has to be purchased separately
With the newly updated and improved Chrome OS platform installed on the Google Pixelbook, you can be sure to be getting the best in terms of performance and functionality from this device. I know a lot of people would argue that this is a chrome book and it does not really qualify as a 2 in 1 laptop, but trust me that is exactly what it does. The Pixelbook merges the world of tablets and laptops into a blend of stylish and flexible design, incredible performance, and style. The fact that the new OS has an awesome support for Android apps just makes this hybrid laptop a must have.
If a Chromebook that had the performance of a traditional notebook pc was what you were looking for, then the Google Pixelbook is the way to go. The only downside to this is the fact that you will need to spend at least a thousand dollars if you want this beauty to be yours.
