Best Copilot+ PC in 2024

The quick list

1. Surface Pro 11
2. Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge
3. HP EliteBook Ultra G1q
4. Lenovo Yoga Slim 7x
5. Dell XPS 13 (9345)
6. ASUS Vivobook S 15 (S5507)

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Best overall

1. Surface Pro 11

Most versatile Copilot+ PC for most users

Specifications

• SoC: Snapdragon X Elite (X1E-80), Snapdragon X Plus (X1P-64)
• Memory: 16GB, 32GB LPDDR5x
• Storage: 256GB, 512GB, 1TB M.2 PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD
• Battery: LCD: 48WH, OLED: 53Wh
• Display: 13 inches, 2880×1920 (2.8K), OLED or LCD, 3:2 aspect ratio, 120Hz, touch

Reasons to buy

• + 2.8K OLED touch display with inking
• + The best 2-in-1 design on the market
• + Starts at a competitive price
• + Tons of versatility for most users
• + Lots of configuration options

Reasons to avoid

• – Keyboard and active pen sold separately
• – No 5G connectivity until Fall 2024

Microsoft’s Surface Pro 11 was the first Copilot+ PC revealed to the world on May 20, and it should prove to be the most versatile option for most users. It retains the stellar 2-in-1 design from recent Surface Pro predecessors, with a fold-out stand on the back and a detachable keyboard/touchpad portion. It’s as easy to use as a tablet as it is a notebook.

The biggest news surrounding the Surface Pro 11 is likely the inclusion of an OLED touch display. It’s the first time that Microsoft has added an OLED option alongside the usual LCD, perfect for anyone who needs deep color and contrast. The display measures 13 inches, it has a boxy 3:2 aspect ratio ideal for a tablet, and it hits a 2880×1920 resolution. A dynamic refresh rate hits up to 120Hz, and inking support is included.

On that note, the new Surface Pro Flex keyboard and Surface Slim Pen are both accessories sold separately. While many older Pro keyboards are compatible with the Pro 11, the new Pro Flex keyboard finally adds wireless connectivity, allowing you to use it when separated from the tablet. A combination Pro Flex keyboard and Surface Slim Pen adds about 0 to the total price, but you can get the keyboard alone for about 0.

Powering the new Surface Pro 11 is either a Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite (X1E-80) or Snapdragon X Plus (X1P-64) System-on-Chip (SoC). The more powerful X Elite is tied to the OLED display, while the X Plus comes with an LCD display. You can otherwise get up to 32GB of LPDDR5x RAM and up to 1TB of M.2 PCIe 4.0 NVMe solid-state drive (SSD) that can be upgraded after purchase.

If you’re looking for 5G connectivity to complement standard Wi-Fi 7, you’ll unfortunately have to wait until at least Fall 2024.

See our analysis: Surface Pro 11 vs. Surface Pro 10 for Business: ARM or Intel for your next 2-in-1?

Best MacBook Pro competitor

2. Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge

Available in 14- and 16-inch sizes

Specifications

• SoC: Snapdragon X Elite (X1E-80 or X1E-84)
• Memory: 16GB LPDDR5x
• Storage: 512GB, 1TB M.2 PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD
• Battery: 14-inch: 55.9Wh, 16-inch: 61.8Wh
• Display: 14 or 16 inches, 2880×1800, 16:10, AMOLED, 120Hz VRR, 120% DCI-P3, touch, 400 nits (500 nits HDR)

Reasons to buy

• + Available in two sizes, 16-inch model has a numpad
• + Beautiful high-res AMOLED display options
• + Quad speakers with Dolby Atmos
• + Galaxy AI is great for those invested in Samsung’s ecosystem
• + Available with the top-tier X Elite (X1E-84) SoC

Reasons to avoid

• – No IR camera
• – Limited configuration options

Samsung’s Galaxy Book4 Edge is your best option if you’re looking for a MacBook Pro competitor. It’s available in 14- and 16-inch sizes, and Samsung offers configurations with the two top-tier Snapdragon X Elite chips. It’s still unclear at what TDP they run, but expect strong performance and efficiency for a wide range of tasks.

The laptops each have an AMOLED display with 2880×1800 resolution, 16:10 aspect ratio, 120Hz variable refresh rate, 120% DCI-P3 color, and up to 500 nits brightness with HDR enabled. These displays are ideal for specialized work, and the quad-speaker setups with Dolby Atmos contribute to an excellent media experience.

These laptops are sleek and lightweight, yet they offer a relatively generous selection of ports. The 16-inch model even has a number pad and microSD card reader to help boost productivity. There’s no IR sensor here for Windows Hello, but you do get a fingerprint reader for biometric security.

Samsung’s Galaxy AI is another layer on top of Copilot+ features, and it’s perfect for anyone invested in the Galaxy ecosystem. It essentially allows you to pair your phone with your laptop and use AI features cross-platform while you work. It’s a similar experience to what Apple has to offer with its ecosystem.

If the Galaxy Book4 Edge isn’t quite what you want, Microsoft’s Surface Laptop 7 is another great option. It comes in 13.8- and 15-inch sizes, it received a minor design refresh with rounded edges, and the haptic touchpad from Sensel is outstanding. The Laptop 7 is available with Snapdragon X Elite and X Plus chips, and it starts at a more affordable price.

See our analysis: Surface Laptop 7 vs. Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge: Which high-end Copilot+ PC works better for you?

Best business

3. HP EliteBook Ultra G1q

Secure and durable business laptop

Specifications

• SoC: Snapdragon X Elite (X1E-78)
• Memory: 16GB LPDDR5x
• Storage: 512GB M.2 PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD
• Battery: 59Wh
• Display: 14 inches, 2240×1400 (2.2K), touch, 300 nits

Reasons to buy

• + Includes HP Wolf Pro Security, is a Secured-Core PC
• + Windows 11 Pro is default
• + 5MP IR webcam above a 2.2K display
• + 19 MIL-STD 810 durability certifications

Reasons to avoid

• – Not as good of a value as the OmniBook X for casual users
• – Only one color option

Professionals who need a secure and sleek laptop will no doubt want to check out HP’s EliteBook Ultra G1q. However, HP also has the OmniBook X 14, which is basically the same laptop minus a bunch of added business features. It’s more affordable, and it comes in a sharp Ceramic White color finish.

The EliteBook Ultra G1q starts at a higher price due to its default inclusion of Windows 11 Pro, HP Wolf Pro Security with a one-year subscription to its antivirus, and 19 MIL-STD 810 durability certifications. It’s also a Secured-Core PC. If you often deal with sensitive data, this is the way to go.

The system runs on a Snapdragon X Elite (X1E-78) chip with an 18W TDP, and you can get 16GB of LPDDR5x RAM and a 512GB M.2 PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD. The 14-inch display is not OLED, but it has a crisp 2240×1400 (2.2K) resolution, 16:10 aspect ratio, touch functionality, and 100% sRGB color. Above the display is a 5MP webcam with an IR sensor and privacy shutter.

Ports include USB4, USB-C 3.2, USB-A 3.2, and 3.5mm audio; wireless connectivity is handled by Wi-Fi 6E or Wi-Fi 7 and modern Bluetooth.

See our analysis: HP OmniBook X 14 vs. EliteBook Ultra G1q: HP’s Copilot+ laptops have one major difference that significantly skews pricing

Best convertible

4. Lenovo Yoga Slim 7x (Gen 9)

Gorgeous convertible Copilot+ PC with bright OLED display

Specifications

• SoC: Snapdragon X Elite (X1E-78)
• Memory: 16GB, 32GB LPDDR5x
• Storage: 512GB, 1TB M.2 PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD
• Battery: 70Wh
• Display: 14.5 inches, 2944×1840, OLED, touch, 100% DCI-P3, 90Hz, 1,000 nits

Reasons to buy