However, its battery life isn’t quite as good as those two rivals, and its speakers aren’t as crisp as Apple’s. How it compares: The Surface Laptop 4’s big and tall display gets you more screen space than the Dell XPS 13 and MacBook Pro, and its touch capabilities and more varied ports give it an advantage over the latter. But no matter which version you choose, you’ll be getting a unique 3:2 display, a small but diverse array of ports and one of the better keyboards we’ve gotten our hands on.

What you need to know: Microsoft’s latest laptop comes in both 13.5-inch and 15-inch variations, each of which offers a choice of AMD and Intel processors. Who it’s for: The Surface Laptop 4 (starting at $999 ) is for those seeking a good all-around laptop with fast performance, a large display and an excellent keyboard packed into a sleek and highly portable design. Wondering if the Surface Laptop 4 is for you? Here’s what we think after spending most of our workweek with Microsoft’s latest portable PC. But its superb keyboard, great touch display and dependable performance make for a winning combo that has some unique advantages over some of our favorite laptops, including the MacBook Pro and Dell XPS 13. The Laptop 4 isn’t without its flaws - its battery life isn’t the best we’ve tested, and its speakers and webcam leave something to be desired. And now it offers even better processors for powering long days of spreadsheets and Zoom calls, and comes in a beautiful new blue variation. Like the Surface Laptop 3 before it, Microsoft’s latest flagship laptop looks great, has a vibrant and uniquely tall screen, and delivers one of the best typing experiences in the business. The Surface Laptop 4 is more of a good thing. Your CNN account Log in to your CNN account

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