When reviewing, we put our laptops through the same tests, including the PCMark 10 battery life test, the Geekbench 5 to measure the system's multi-core and single-core throughput and Maxon's Cinebench R20 to determine the setup's hyperthreading capabilities. We also look at build and design features, which include screen brightness, the clarity of the screen, ports and switches, weight, size and handling.
For student laptops, we assess portability, price and battery life first, as these are the main concerns of most students. We weigh up these criteria to find the best laptop options for students.