Best 2-in-1 Laptops (2025)
Our top 2‑in‑1 picks
1) Lenovo Yoga 9i 2‑in‑1 Aura (Gen 10)
Demo Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 Aura (Gen 10)
Lenovo
Laptop-first convertible with stellar battery life, a smooth 120 Hz OLED, and excellent speakers.
2) HP Spectre x360 14 (2024)
Demo HP Spectre x360 14 (2024)
HP
Polished 2‑in‑1 with a superb webcam, strong battery, and comfortable keyboard for long sessions.
3) Microsoft Surface Pro 11 (Copilot+)
Demo Microsoft Surface Pro 11
Microsoft
A tablet-first 2‑in‑1 with an excellent keyboard/pen experience and improved battery on Snapdragon X.
4) Asus ProArt PX13
Demo Asus ProArt PX13
Asus
Creator-focused convertible tuned for accurate color, pen input, and flexible workflows.
5) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2‑in‑1 Gen 9
Demo Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2‑in‑1 Gen 9
Lenovo
Business-class convertible with classic ThinkPad keyboard, solid security, and excellent portability.
6) Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 714
Demo Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 714
Acer
Value pick for Google‑first workflows; light, quick to open, and excellent for note‑taking and web apps.
Why it’s great: Value pick for Google‑first workflows; light, quick to open, and excellent for note‑taking and web apps. (PCMag)
What makes a great 2‑in‑1 in 2025
Battery life you can trust
Modern convertibles can rival clamshells. The Yoga 9i posts marathon‑class runtimes in multiple tests, and Spectre x360 14 stays strong despite an OLED option. (PCMag; PCWorld)
Pen and palm‑rejection
Good pens track precisely with minimal lag and reject palm touches while writing. All three top picks (Yoga, Spectre, Surface Pro) score well here in reviews. (PCMag; Tom’s Hardware)
Screen comfort
If you read a lot, consider 120 Hz for smoother scrolling (Yoga 9i). If you write in bright rooms, an IPS display can sip less power for all‑white backgrounds vs. OLED. (PCMag)
Portability & build
Convertibles live in your hands more; under 3.2 lb is the comfort zone. All the picks above land around there or below in the configs we like. (PCMag)
Which one fits you? (Decision shortcuts)
- Notes, sketching, and reading — Yoga 9i 2‑in‑1 Aura for that 120 Hz OLED + long battery, or Surface Pro 11 if you prefer a lighter, tablet‑first feel. (PCMag; Tom’s Hardware)
- Meetings all day — Spectre x360 14 for its webcam and battery balance. (PCMag)
- Budget / Google‑first — Chromebook Plus Spin 714 is a great value if web + Android apps cover your needs. (PCMag)
- Creator workflows — Asus ProArt PX13 for color‑critical projects in a flexible form factor. (PCMag; Tom’s Guide)
Two deep resources (optional further reading)
- PCMag: Best 2‑in‑1 Laptops — a broad, lab‑tested roundup.
- Tom’s Guide: Best 2‑in‑1 Laptops — tested picks with battery and performance comparisons.
FAQ
Will a 2‑in‑1 feel as fast as a regular laptop?
Yes—especially on the newest chips. Just match your RAM/storage to your workload (16 GB / 512 GB is a sweet spot for Windows; 8 GB can feel tight). (PCMag)
How fragile are 360° hinges?
Good convertibles (Yoga, Spectre) are designed for frequent flips. Treat them like any premium laptop—avoid torquing from one corner—and you’ll be fine. (PCMag)
Do OLED screens drain faster?
It depends. On all‑white docs at high brightness, IPS can last longer; in dark UI and video, OLED can be competitive or better. (PCMag)
Is ARM (Surface Pro 11) right for me?
If you live in Chrome, Office, and mainstream creative apps, probably yes. If you rely on niche drivers or specific Windows desktop apps, check compatibility first. (Laptop Mag; CNBC)
Sources we consulted
- (PCMag) Yoga 9i, Spectre x360, 2‑in‑1 guide.
- (Tom’s Guide) 2‑in‑1 and battery lists.
- (Tom’s Hardware) Surface Pro 11 review.
- (Laptop Mag) Copilot+ battery/context.
- (PCWorld) Yoga 9i 2‑in‑1 battery loop.