The Most Stylish Laptops
Summary
We tested over a hundred laptops this year, then asked six members of our team to rank the ten most stylish models available in 2025.
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Laptops in this Article
13.3 Inches | 512 GB | 16 GB | Ryzen AI 5 340
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14 Inches | 1 TB | 32 GB | Ryzen AI 9 365 | RTX 5070
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16 Inches | 1 TB | 32 GB | Core Ultra 9 285H | RTX 5070 Ti
10. HP OmniBook 7 Aero
Compact, cute, and surprisingly affordable, the OmniBook 7 Aero proves that stylish laptops don’t have to be expensive. Starting around $500–$600, it offers a bright 13.3-inch display (with an optional high-resolution upgrade), a lightweight chassis, and decent battery life.
While it doesn’t feel as solid as a MacBook or Razer Blade, the Aero still looks great on a desk — especially once you personalize it. Just note that it can get warm while charging, and if you opt for the higher-res screen, pricing creeps closer to midrange competitors.
13.3 Inches | 512 GB | 16 GB | Ryzen AI 5 340
Pros
- Very light and portable
- Good display options
- Comfortable keyboard
- Affordable pricing when on sale
- Looks stylish
Cons
- Battery life is nothing special
- Laptop gets warm
- Keyboard backlight is white with white keycaps, making it harder to read on occasion
- Not suitable for performance applications
9. Razer Blade 14 & 16
The Razer Blade series has long defined minimalist gaming design, and the latest 14- and 16-inch versions continue that tradition. Their slimmed-down chassis, clean RGB lighting, and no-bleed keyboard make them some of the best-looking gaming laptops available.
Performance is excellent thanks to full-power GPUs and high-refresh displays, but there are notable flaws: poor battery life, smudge-prone surfaces, and inconsistent trackpads. If you get a good unit, the Blade’s design and performance are phenomenal — but Razer’s QA and support remain risky.
14 Inches | 1 TB | 32 GB | Ryzen AI 9 365 | RTX 5070
Pros
- Looks Stylish and Feels Premium
- Full Power RTX 5070 or 5060 GPU
- Competitively priced when on sale
- Excellent OLED display
- Good selection of fast ports
Cons
- Woeful battery life
- Speakers lack volume
- Trackpad has palm rejection issues
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8. ASUS Zephyrus G16 (Silver)
If you want the Blade’s sleek looks without its headaches, the Zephyrus G16 is the better pick. The silver model, in particular, exudes refinement with its subtle finish and compact frame.
Inside, it packs up to an RTX 5090 with more VRAM than most thin gaming laptops, giving it the muscle for demanding titles and creative workloads. We still recommend the 5070 Ti version though. Its screen isn’t the brightest, and GPU wattage is capped compared to thicker systems, but it remains one of the most balanced gaming laptops out there.
16 Inches | 1 TB | 32 GB | Core Ultra 9 285H | RTX 5070 Ti
Pros
- Fan noise is minimal for a gaming laptop
- Very light and portable for a powerful laptop with a 16 inch screen
- Display is great - OLED, Fast Refresh Rate, High Resolution, G Sync, Advanced Optimus
- Great speakers
- Batery life is good for a gaming laptop
Cons
- GPU does not run at full wattage. The RTX 5080 and 5090 models perform poorly. Get the 5070 Ti
- Keyboard doesn't feel as comfortable as the Razer Blade 16
- Webcam is grainy
7. Dell XPS 13
Dell’s XPS 13 remains a masterclass in minimalist industrial design. Available in Platinum or Graphite, it feels every bit as premium as it looks. The invisible trackpad and capacitive function row create a seamless keyboard deck with no visual clutter, while the twin Thunderbolt 4 ports keep things simple.
That said, minimalism comes with trade-offs. The invisible trackpad can be finicky, and you’ll need dongles for most peripherals. Still, for users who prioritize aesthetics and portability for everyday tasks, the XPS 13 is an undeniable showpiece.
13.4 Inches | 512 GB | 16 GB | Core Ultra 7 256V
6. ASUS ProArt P16
Essentially the creator-focused twin of the Zephyrus G16, the ProArt P16 replaces gaming-centric flair with a professional matte black finish that resists fingerprints.
It offers higher-resolution display options (including a gorgeous Tandem OLED) and a faster SD card reader — ideal for creators on the go. Performance remains strong, though GPU wattage is again limited. If you want a refined, cool-running laptop for creative work, this is the one.
16 Inches | 4 TB | 64 GB | Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 | RTX 5090
Pros
- 5090 version is a standout with its Tandem OLED panel and great performance
- High resolution and high refresh rate screen options
- Excels in creator tasks
- Games decently well
- Comfortable keyboard
- Never gets too hot
Cons
- 5070 versions are not as competitive, <400 nit screens and lesser performance
- Some fan noise even in lighter use
- Less efficient than a MacBook Pro
- Average battery life
- Always a little warm
5. HP Omen Transcend 14
The Omen Transcend 14 earns its spot with a clever keyboard lighting design that glows around each key. Open, it’s one of the best-looking laptops on this list. Closed, its subtle industrial lines keep it understated.
It’s compact, comfortable to type on, and impressively efficient for a gaming laptop. Its GPU runs at just 75 W, so gaming performance trails beefier systems, and it can get warm under load. But, it’s a fantastic option for students or creators who want a small, stylish gaming system with solid battery life.
14 Inches | 1 TB | 16 GB | Core Ultra 7 255H | RTX 5060
Pros
- Premium feeling laptop
- Runs cooler and quieter than most 14inch gaming laptops
- Excellent keyboard
- Charges with just USB-C power
- Good OLED display
- Fantastic battery life
Cons
- GPU underperforms (its fed less wattage)
- Gets a little warm to the touch in extended performance use
- Trackpad feels a little cheap for a laptop this premium
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4. Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 (Blue)
Microsoft’s Surface Laptop 7 in blue is easily one of the most elegant notebooks of the year. Its precision-milled aluminum chassis rivals Apple’s in quality, and its trackpad is the best on any Windows laptop.
Powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon chips, it runs quietly and efficiently for office or web work. Just note that compatibility with some specialized Windows apps and games is still hit-or-miss. The Intel version solves that — but at a higher price and with coil whine. If you stick to mainstream workloads, the Surface 7 delivers luxury at a fair cost.
13.8 Inches | 512 GB | 16 GB | Snapdragon X Plus | Adreno X1-85
Pros
- Battery life is decent
- Has no fan noise in most use cases
- Looks stunning, especially the light blue color
- Trackpad is the best of any Windows laptop, almost on par with a MacBook
- Keyboard is comfortable to type on
- Screen is bright, highish resolution and offers a fast refresh rate
Cons
- Short battery life
- The laptop feels warm when running any performance task
- The high resolution display is not as high as competitors like the MacBook Air
- Some specialist applications don't run well
3. Apple MacBook Pro 14 (M5, Space Black)
Few laptops balance sophistication and engineering as well as the MacBook Pro 14 M5. The new Space Black finish finally resists fingerprints while maintaining that classic Apple design language.
Performance is exceptional, thermals are silent, and battery life is unmatched. You lose touch support and Wi-Fi 7, but Apple’s attention to detail — from the speakers to the webcam — keeps it the gold standard for professional laptops.
Just don’t buy it if your workflow relies on gaming, Linux, or Nvidia GPUs.
14 Inches | 512 GB | 16 GB | M5 10-Core | M5 10-Core GPU
Pros
- Excellent performance
- Very long battery life
- All round premium laptop
- Exceptionally quiet and mostly feels cool to the touch
- Very premium - Great speakers, webcam, trackpad, keyboard, dsiplay
- Extremely fast storage
Cons
- An incremental update that doesn't change much from the M4 version
- No Wi-Fi 7
- Not good for gaming
- No Thunderbolt 5
2. Lenovo Legion 7i (Glacier White)
Lenovo’s Legion 7i combines brute power with understated elegance. The Glacier White finish looks stunning, and its RGB keyboard manages to look clean rather than garish.
With Intel’s Arrow Lake HX CPU and a full-power RTX 5070, it’s a powerhouse. Its keyboard is arguably the best in any laptop — comfortable, tactile, and with full-sized arrow keys. It’s the only model here with upgradeable memory, adding practicality to beauty.
Downsides? Limited VRAM (8 GB) and a glossy, reflective screen. But for those who want a stylish, premium gaming system with real usability, the Legion 7i is a standout.
16 Inches | 1 TB | 32 GB | Core Ultra 9 275HX | RTX 5070
1. MacBook Air 15 (Sky Blue)
Taking the top spot this year is Apple’s MacBook Air 15 in Sky Blue. Its ultra-thin, perfectly symmetrical body, large display, and serene color palette make it the epitome of modern laptop design.
Silent operation, fast performance, and long battery life round out the package. The low-travel keyboard and 60 Hz display are minor drawbacks, but they do little to diminish how stunning this device looks and feels. Among all colors, the Sky Blue variant offers the most contemporary and refined aesthetic — bright enough to stand out without being flashy.
15.3 Inches | 512 GB | 16 GB | M4 10-Core | M4 10-Core GPU
Pros
- M4 CPU is very fast for a thin and light laptop
- Premium built laptop - chassis, speakers, keyboard, trackpad
- Sky Blue color looks good
- Improved webcam
- Price is good for what you get
Cons
- M4 chip throttles a little in the Air's chassis
- Display is out dated. 60 Hz IPS panel
- 256 starting storage is disappointing
- Keyboard feels a little low travel
Conclusion
Style may be subjective, but each of these laptops represents design done right — whether that’s through refined minimalism, clever lighting, or impeccable craftsmanship.
If you’re shopping for one of these, browse our website to compare real-time prices, track deals across retailers, and see each laptop’s price history before you buy.