Get the best of both worlds with a 2-in-1 laptop
Michael Irving
STACK Writer
Laptops are handy, but some kinds of work demand a touchscreen. With a 2-in-1, you don’t have to choose! Get the power and productivity of a laptop, and the convenience of a tablet when you need to scribble or scrawl on the screen.
Why do you need a 2-in-1?
A 2-in-1 is perfect for creative types. There's the laptop format for everyday use, but when you want to tackle things like digital art or graphic design, you can fold the keyboard back and sketch right on the touchscreen.
A touchscreen isn’t just good for drawing – you can write on it, too. Try handwriting notes rather than typing them out. Not only is it quieter, but studies say that you’ll remember that info better!
That almost 360-degree hinge also gives you more options for using your 2-in-1. You can, for example, stand it up in a tent shape for video conferences and calls, or watch movies when you need a break (we won’t tell anyone).
Our 2-in1 picks
Lenovo Flex 5
The Lenovo Flex 5 is a great starting point. This capable 2-in-1 can handle all your everyday uni tasks with its 12th generation Intel Core i5 processor, and Wi-Fi 6E compatibility for the fastest internet connectivity currently on the market. The 14-inch display is Full HD plus a few extra lines of pixels wider, giving more screen real estate for multitasking.
14” WUXGA touchscreen | Intel Core i5 1235U, up to 4.4GHz | 512GB SSD | 8GB RAM | HDMI/USB-A/Thunderbolt 4.0/4-in-1 card reader | 1.5kg
HP Pavilion X360
The HP Pavilion X360 is not only a slick and professional-looking 2-in-1, but it’s environmentally responsible too, with keycaps and other components made of recycled plastic. The battery boasts eight hours of juice to keep you powered up all day, and if your study sesh is running long, the fast-charge option can recover 50% of the battery in just 30 minutes.
14” Full HD touchscreen | Intel Core i5 1235U processor, up to 4.4GHz | 512GB SSD | 8GB RAM | HDMI/2x USB-A/USB-C/microSD card reader | 8 hours battery | 1.51kg
HP Envy X360 EVO
The ultimate 2-in-1, the HP Envy X360 EVO is running on a more powerful 12th Gen Intel Core i7 processor, with clock speeds of up to 4.7GHz, and backed up by a generous 16GB of RAM, it can churn through demanding tasks with ease. Dual Thunderbolt 4.0 ports provide super-fast data transfer speeds. It’s perfectly portable too with a lightweight frame of just 1.32kg, and a beefy 17-hour battery life to get you through multiple study days.
13.3” WUXGA touchscreen | Intel Core i7 1250U processor, up to 4.7GHz | 512GB SSD | 16GB RAM | 2x USB-A/2x Thunderbolt 4.0/microSD card reader | 17 hours battery | 1.32kg
^Discounts apply to previous ticketed/advertised price prior to the discount offer. As we negotiate, products will likely have been sold below ticketed/advertised price prior to the discount offer. Prices may differ at airport stores.
