The Best 5G Laptops in 2022

There are a limited number of models that support 5G, so it's easier to compare. Basically there are two options: Qualcomm Snapdragon or Intel. Laptops with Snapdragon processors are cheaper and have better battery life, but there is a significant performance gap compared to laptops running Intel Core CPUs. Those who frequently need 5G but only do basic computing and web surfing might be fine with a Snapdragon-based laptop, but users who rely heavily on productivity software might be better off with an Intel-based 5G laptop. By focusing on display, CPU, RAM, storage and battery life, I believe you will have your own choice

Lenovo ThinkPad X13 5G

Specification:

• Display: 13.3 inches (1920 x 1200 pixel resolution)
• CPU: Intel Core i5-1135G7
• RAM: 16GB
• Storage: 512GB
• Weight: 1.3kg
• Battery life: 16.5 hours

If you don't need the versatility of a 2-in-1, Lenovo's ThinkPad X13 5G might be the perfect choice between the performance of the Dell 9420 and the lower price point of the Acer Spin 7. It comes with the same i5 core CPU but doubles the memory and quadruples the storage capacity. The 13.3-inch screen is smaller and has a lower resolution, but it's still full HD. Not to mention the build quality of the ThinkPad line, not to mention its portability and battery life. All that said, this is probably the best all-around 5G laptop option out there.

Samsung Galaxy Book Go 5G

Specification:

• Display: 14 inches (1920 x 1080 pixel resolution)
• CPU: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8cx 2nd generation
• RAM: 4GB
• Storage: 128GB
• Weight: 1.4kg
• Battery life: 18 hours

The Samsung Book Go is the cheapest option for a 5G-equipped Windows laptop, and it uses Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 chip to keep the price down, which compensates for base performance with a 5G modem and great battery life. The other specs of this machine are minimal (4GB RAM, 128GB storage), but the 14-inch display offers full HD resolution, is highly portable, and has a shock-resistant chassis that should be durable.

Acer Spin 7

Specification:

• Display: 14-inch touchscreen (1920 x 1080 pixel resolution)
• CPU: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2
• RAM: 8GB
• Storage: 512GB
• Weight: 1.4kg
• Battery life: 29 hours

The Spin 7 is arguably a more advanced version of the Galaxy Book Go, and it costs about three times as much as the Book Go. It also relies on the Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 5G platform. First and foremost, the Spin 7 is a 2-in-1 laptop rather than a traditional clamshell, while the Full HD 14-inch display is touchscreen capable and can use a digital stylus provided by Acer. It also comes with twice the RAM and more storage than the Galaxy Book Go. A larger built-in battery boosts battery life to a whopping 29 hours, and the Spin 7 chassis adds only a tiny bit more weight and thickness than the Galaxy Book Go.

Dell 9420 2-in-1

Specification:

• Display: 14-inch touchscreen (2560x1600 pixel resolution)
• CPU: Intel Core i5-1135G7
• RAM: 8GB
• Storage: 128GB
• Weight: 1.3kg

Unlike the Spin 7, the Dell 9420 2-in-1 uses the more familiar and powerful Intel Core i5 processor and is aimed at business users who need both performance and portability. Therefore, the 5G modem is an expensive add-on that requires an update to the touchscreen LCD in addition to the Qualcomm 5G modem. But it only has 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. It is worth mentioning that this is a lightweight device made of aluminum with a pair of Thunderbolt 4 ports and a QHD+ resolution (2560x1600) screen with a 16:10 aspect ratio

HP Elite Dragonfly Max

Specification:

• Display: 13.3-inch touchscreen (1920 x 1080 pixel resolution)
• CPU: Intel Core i7-1185G7
• RAM: 16GB
• Storage: 512GB
• Weight: 1.2kg
• Battery life: 11+ hours

HP's Core i7 chip is powerful, and its RAM and 512GB hard drive have twice the capacity of the Dell 9420. Like the ThinkPad X13 5G, the Dragonfly Max sports a 13.3-inch Full HD display instead of the higher-resolution 14-inch Latitude screen, though it hits 1,000 microbits of brightness.

Lenovo Flex 5G

Specification:

• Display: 14 inches (1920 x 1080 pixel resolution)
• CPU: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8cx
• RAM: 8GB
• Storage: 256GB
• Weight: 1.3kg
• Battery life: 25 hours

Instead of a new 11th-generation Intel Core processor, the Flex 5G uses a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8cx processor, which is a generation earlier than the chip used in the Galaxy Book Go and Spin 7, and you'll find performance to be mediocre.

Conclusion

5G is a megatrend, offering speeds that rival broadband in places where Wi-Fi usually can't. While compatible with existing 4G LTE networks, 5G could theoretically consume less power and resources than previous wireless networks. We can fully expect 5G notebooks with full price and performance in the future.