The 13-inch is perhaps the most interesting category for laptops. Here we have the best in the category of all types and for all budgets.

The perfect size of the display of a laptop is 13-inches, not too big and not too small. Perfect for viewing multimedia content without going crazy and compact enough to take it with you without any difficulty. Among the best 13-inch laptop we can find different types of products. They range from cheap notebooks to ultrabooks, not forgetting MacBooks and Chromebooks. The variety of choice is really wide and it will be hard not to find the right laptop for you in this category.

Whether we are interested in absolute performance or an efficient but economical product, we will not be disappointed with this category.

Also from the practical use point of view, it is possible to find different solutions. You can switch from a classic display with a good resolution to two-in-one models, which also perform the function of a tablet. One thing is for sure: the best 13-inch laptop really deserves to be evaluated carefully. Precisely for this reason today we will go to discover them together in a special “ranking” ordered by increasing price.

Best 13-inch Laptop

HP Stream 13

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Compared to the products we will see, this HP notebook may seem almost a toy. However, not everyone is willing to spend exaggerated figures for the purchase of a laptop. Precisely for this reason HP Stream 13 is the best 13-inch laptop in the economical range. Performance goes in hand with the price. If you can forget the gaming at high levels, you will not have problems with all the daily operations that you are going to play.

The processor is an Intel Celeron N3050 dual-core with a base frequency of 1.6 GHz and maximum frequency of 2.16 GHz. We find 2GB of RAM, while the internal storage is characterized by a 32GB eMMC. The display is 13 inches with HD resolution.

Considering the technical characteristics, this notebook is suitable for a student use, made for web browsing and use of multimedia contents.

Acer Chromebook R13

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It is definitely one of the best and one of the most beautiful Chromebooks. This Acer R13 is characterized by an excellent build quality, a solid construction, but at the same time elegant design. The small size favors portability, allowing us to preserve valuable space inside your backpack.

The processor is a 2.1 GHz quad-core MediaTek MT8173, while the RAM is 4GB of DDR4 type. Let us not be afraid of these characteristics. Thanks to the Chrome OS operating system, we do not need high-end technical features to have a fast and fluid device. The internal storage is characterized by a 64GB eMMC solution.

The front is characterized by a 13-inch multi-touch LCD display with Full HD resolution and a front camera. The display panel can be rotated 360° so that it fits perfectly in any position. Also, since it is a laptop with Chrome OS, you can take advantage of all Google services and applications.

Asus ZenBook 13

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This 13-inch laptop from Asus is not just about absolute performance. What distinguishes it is the right balance between price and power, making it suitable even for those who want a quality product without exceeding the expense. The shell is very thin, which makes it perfect for a travel or work companion.

As a processor, we find a 7th Gen or 8th Gen Intel Core i5-8250U processor with a base rate of 1.6 GHz, flanked by 8GB of DDR4 RAM. The peculiarity of this device is the built-in fingerprint reader. We find a micro HDMI/USB 3.1 Type C, 802.11ac WiFi, and SD Card Reader. In addition, we find 256GB SSD dedicated to internal space, which also ensures excellent fluidity of the operating system.

The display is 13.3-inches with Full HD resolution (1,920 x 1,080 pixels). In addition, it features a backlit keyboard.

Acer Spin 5

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This Acer Spin 5 has established itself over time as one of the best budget 13-inch laptop. A compact, economical and easy to carry a notebook, so you can take it anywhere without taking up too much space. The Spin series is characterized by the excellent build quality and an elegant design.

This model is equipped with a 7th Generation Intel Core i5-7200U Processor, flanked by 8GB of RAM. As for internal storage, we find a 256GB SSD of space, that in addition to hosting files and software, will greatly improve the overall performance of the operating system.

The display is a 13-inch IPS type with a Full HD (1,920 x 1,080 pixels) resolution. The front is characterized by thin edges and the presence of a front camera. The dimensions are extremely reduced and the weight is reduced to just 1.3 kg. The battery that is equipped with a range of about 10 hours. It is sold with Windows 10 Home operating system.

Dell XPS 13 9360

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Dell XPS 13 manages to combine the best of technology with design and cost. In this way, it directly challenges the new MacBooks. The absolute highlight is the InfinityEdge display, which just like smartphones, manages to get a 13.3-inch display in the frame of an 11-inch screen. Nothing to say for the processors, they are the top currently in the market and the battery is also excellent.

This model is equipped with a 7th generation Intel Core i7-7500U dual-core processor with a base frequency of 2.70 GHz and a maximum frequency of 3.50 GHz, backed by 16GB of RAM. As for storage, we find a 512GB SSD, large enough to accommodate operating system, files and various software.

The display is a 13.3-inch with a resolution of 3,200 x 1,800 pixels. It is sold with Windows 10 Home pre-installed.

Huawei Matebook X

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If we are looking for a compact, elegant, powerful laptop with excellent build quality, this is the model for us. Huawei Matebook X embodies all these characteristics, giving life to a product that will hardly disappoint. It is equipped with mid-range technical characteristics.

We find both Intel Core i5 and i7 dual-core processor clubbed with 8GB of LPDDR3 RAM. A 256GB / 512GB SSD takes care of hosting the operating system and software and storing all our personal files.

The peculiarity of this model is the extremely reduced frames, which allow us to enjoy all the beauty of the 13-inch display with a resolution of 2,160 x 1,440 pixels. It is very thin and has extremely compact dimensions. It is sold with Windows 10 Home pre-installed.

MacBook Air 13

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Compared to the past it seems that the other producers have come very close to Apple. Both from the point of view of design and performance, the California colossus no longer seems to hold the hegemony of the market. It is an excellent product, valid and functional, but perhaps no longer at the top of the category. MacBook Air 13 offers the right power you expect, nothing more nothing less, but the price is not really cheap.

It is equipped with a 1.8 GHz dual-core Intel Core i5 / 2.2 GHz dual-core Intel Core i7 processors. The RAM is 8GB LPDDR3 with a frequency of 1600 MHz, while the internal storage is characterized by up to 128GB / 256GB / 512GB PCIe SSD. It has a 13-inch retina display with a resolution of 1,440 x 900 pixels.

Especially in graphical environments, if we are used to working with macOS, it is difficult for us to detach ourselves. Certainly, MacBook Air 13 turns out to be a great 13-inch laptop.

HP Specter X360

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HP Specter x360 is a series of a really good 13-inch ultrabook. Outside we find a really elegant design, while inside we have high-level specifications.

The processor is 8th Gen Intel i7-8550U quad-core with a base frequency of 1.8 GHz, which can reach up to 4.0 GHz thanks to Turbo Boost technology, paired with 16GB of LPDDR3-2133 RAM. As for internal storage, however, we find 512GB PCIe NVMe SSD.

The display is a 13-inch touchscreen with a Full HD resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels. Being a convertible, you can adjust the display panel as you like, Included in the sales package, a stylus pen is provided that allows us to exploit the potential of the touch display.

The build quality is really excellent, worthy of a product made by HP.

Microsoft Surface Book 2

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In addition to the famous Surface Pro, Microsoft has also introduced a series of very special 13-inch laptops. These are hybrid products, designed especially for those who use graphics programs daily. We are talking about the Surface Book 2, a product that combines power and construction quality, characteristics of the company’s Surface line.

This model is available in three different options from Intel Core i5 to i7 processor and the base model with 8GB of DDR3 RAM. In addition, we find up to 1TBGB SSD dedicated to internal storage, which also guarantees excellent overall performance with the operating system.

The highlight of this product is the beautiful 13.5-inch display with a resolution of 3,000 x 2,000 pixels and a density of 267ppi. Being a convertible, you can use it as a tablet or a laptop. The keyboard has the excellent build quality and returns good tactile feedback.

As we said earlier, this is a laptop dedicated primarily to productivity and graphics. It is sold with the pre-installed Windows 10 Home operating system.