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Core i5-1335U, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD, touchscreen

The 13th Gen Intel Core i5-1335U runs 10 cores at up to 4.6 GHz, which handles multitasking, office workflows, light creative work, and streaming without hesitation. The 16GB of DDR4 RAM is the configuration that makes the difference between a laptop that bogs down with a dozen browser tabs and one that keeps up with a realistic workday. The 1TB SSD gives enough local storage to skip the file management compromises that 256GB and 512GB configurations force, and SSD speeds mean file access and app launches stay fast regardless of how much is stored on the drive.

The 15.6-inch FHD display runs at 300 nits with an anti-glare coating and a responsive touchscreen layer, which adds intuitive navigation for note-taking, creative apps, and general use without requiring a separate stylus or peripheral. At 3.56 pounds, this is a laptop that fits in a backpack without dominating it, and the fast-charge technology delivers two hours of runtime from a 15-minute plug-in, which covers the gap between a low battery warning and a meeting.

Full port selection and a physical camera shutter