Today's tethered virtual reality headsets demand a powerful PC. Don't want to rely on a bulky desktop? These are the top notebooks we've tested that have the chops to handle VR.

Mostly under $500, web-centric Chromebooks can be superb budget-laptop values, capable of plenty for little money. Here's how to buy the right Chromebook, backed by our deep reviews of today's top models.

Playing your favorite PC games with maxed-out settings doesn't mean you need a big desktop rig. We've got a top-rated gaming laptop for every type of user, based on our in-depth, testing-based reviews. Which one should you get?

Need a featherweight laptop that lasts all day on a battery charge? Thin, light, and power-efficient, these ultraportables are our top performers in testing.

These low-cost Windows laptops and Chromebooks make short work of everyday computing (and sometimes more), and some ring up for less than $500. See the best we've tested.

We've tested hundreds of laptops to find the ones that last the longest between charges. These battery-life champs will easily take you through a day of work or school, plus an evening's entertainment.

Can't decide between a laptop and a tablet? Get both with a 2-in-1. Our shopping advice and product recommendations will help you find the convertible or detachable that's right for you. (We've tested loads of them.)

Got work to do? Laptops built for business are thinner and more powerful than ever. Find your next mobile work companion: Check out our favorite business laptops, backed by our deep-dive reviews.

Muscle up! Today's biggest-screen notebooks are formidable desktop alternatives for work and play alike. Here's how to choose the right 17- or 18-inch laptop, gaming rig or workstation, along with our top lab-tested picks.

Chromebooks are now a staple of American education. If your child needs one for schoolwork or playtime, here's help with the specs, the features, and everything else you need to know before you buy.

PC Labs tests more than 100 laptops every year. Buckle up: Based on our in-depth benchmarking, these are the speediest laptops on the market today.

Not every notebook has a touch screen, but try one, and you'll be a tap-and-swipe convert. Here's what to know about touch-panel technology, plus the best touch-screen laptops you can buy, based on our deep-dive reviews.

Film student or video pro? You don't need a studio to make a rough cut in the field. These top laptop picks can breeze through demanding video-editing tasks. See the best we've tested.