A detailed head-to-head comparison of the top three laptops of 2024.
| Feature | MacBook Air M3 | Dell XPS 15 | ThinkPad X1 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,099 | $1,299 | $1,449 |
| OS | macOS | Windows 11 | Windows 11 |
| Battery | 18hr | 11hr | 15hr |
| RAM (base) | 8GB | 16GB | 16GB |
| Weight | 2.7 lbs | 4.2 lbs | 2.48 lbs |
| Score | 9.2 | 8.8 | 8.5 |
Verdict
For most users, the MacBook Air M3 wins on battery life and performance-per-dollar.