There is so much to love about Dell's new XPS 14, it's hard for me to discuss it without sounding like a total fanboy. Its new design makes it incredibly thin and light. And Intel's Panther Lake chips give it a ton of power,

The $599 MacBook Neo is certain to become the first new, non-hand-me-down MacBook for many. The name "Neo" is intentional. Apple is appealing to new users who can't afford to spend more than $1,000 on a laptop.

With an 18-inch display, Intel Core Ultra HX processors and RTX PRO graphics, this premium laptop delivers desktop-like performance, though its size and weight make it better suited for a desk than daily travel.

For a laptop this powerful, the price tag is justified.

The new EliteBooks announced at CES 2026 are more easily repaired and offer all the CPUs. And then there's the EliteBoard, which is something you've not seen before. Matt Elliott is a senior editor at CNET with a focus on laptops and streaming services.