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Am I in dire need of a new laptop? No, not really. My 2015 15" MacBook Pro is still perfectly fine and beats m...
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I really don't think there's anything wrong with Windows. I've tried Linux and MacOS for years and have decided Windows is the best if the bunch, for now. However, that's just my opinion (it can always change) and based solely on my own experience.
That said, the best Windows laptops on the market right now are Dell's XPS line and the Razor Blade 13. I have an older XPS 15 and have only ever had two minor annoyances with it and they were software related (yes, Windows does have bugs). Additionally, you can get an XPS 13 pre-loaded with Linux, if you so choose. The 15 and 17 would take a little more work due to the nVidia GPUs.
Those are the two options that my quick research suggested as well. Both are in the MBP price range, which, to be fair, shouldn't be a big deal if we speak about a sturdy, but lightweight laptop that's going to withstand the next five years.
I got lucky. I walked into a Microsoft store about two years ago and got my fully-specced out version for $1,400USD (it was on sale). The best part is that it was a Signature version, which means no bloatware (other than what MS installs and the Dell support utility).
Don't forget MSI. The Creator and GS lines are really good, too. XPS has a lot of issues but they have the best LCD Panels out there.
I almost got an MSI. The only one available had thermal issues worse than my XPS. I've heard they've really improved since that time.
That said, I think I'd love a Razor the next time around.
I'd rather spend half my day fiddling with Linux (even getting it to work on a Touch Bar MBP, which an eventual broken MacOS install just like my on my two previous MBPs forced me to do) than deal with the DX (even if it has, admittedly, gotten much better), UX, or UI of Windows.
honestly, a while ago I had this challenge. I changed jobs and had to return the Mac I had used for years - and I was already quite used to it. buying an old model was not an option then I started looking for brands and understanding the market. honestly, so far I have not seen any other manufacturer trying to produce this kind of "whole package" hardware like Lenovo. Forget the entry-level laptops. Look for Yoga, Legion, and especially the ThinkPad X1 line.
I recently purchased the Asus Zenbook Pro Duo. This thing is on the more expensive side but it has been absolutely amazing for coding, web design, and creative work in the Adobe cloud suite. It has two screens. The second screen sits just above the keyboard before the hinge and is perfect for fitting all my coding windows in, while being able to see see live updates on my main screen. If you have the budget I'd highly recommend taking a look at it. It really optimised my workflow more than I could have imagined.
I agree with the Dell XPS advice. I have had so many heating issues with lap tops but so far my XPS CORE i7 9th Gen works fine with Windows 10.
Huawei MateBook
Xaiomi Notebook Pro
Would give the same experience as MacBook pro with any different OS.
I'm a Dell fan. My 15 " Dell Intel 3 laptop is 6 years old with a new 500g ssd. It's plenty fast for working remote. Best part is it cost $320.00usd