A list of Ultrabooks

Dell Inspiron range keeps developing and the rather heavy at 1.66kg for a 13.3 inch laptop which in its basic guise has a 1366×768 screen but a full HD option is available and recommended. It has Intels latest Skylake cpus in various options.

The Macbook Air 2015 brings with it Broadwell cpus to replace the Haswells but it has an Intel HD 6000 gpu instead of the 5000 series. It will be competing with the likes of Dells XPS 13 and Toshiba's KIRA 10 series among several others.

The X1 Carbon is an ultraportable device with a base made of magnesium and aluminum. The display (IPS) cover uses carbon-fibre and glass-fibre reinforced plastic, and the hinges are reinforced with carbon fibre. More tough than classy. The keyboard and touchpad have been revised from the previous model. It's reasonably thin and light especially for a 14 inch laptop, a choice from a powerful set of Broadwell ULV cpu's can be chosen, up to 8GB RAM and various serial ATA storage up to 512GB. OneLink dock and Gigabit ethernet ports included.

The new version of the Toshiba KIRA (Kirabook) uses the same quality chassis for the third year running. It has a full HD IPS matte non-touch screen and I notice this specific model is not on Toshiba's European website (there are 3 Kira 10's and it looks like the 10H, the 10J has a touchscreen). As such I suppose its not an ultrabook has very good aesthetics but is expensive. Measuring under 18mm in height and weighing just 1.1kg, the Kira features an Intel Core i7 processor, a 256GB solid state drive and a full HD display so is a powerful laptop in a compact design.

Designed for primarily for the education sector, the Dell Latitude 3150 is a mini affordable laptop with latest Bay-Trail M processors. The processor choices include Pentium N3540 and Celeron N2840. The Celeron is a dual-core processor clocked at 2.16GHz with Burst technology support up to 2.58GHz. The Pentium is a quad-core processor with the same base frequency, but it can reach 2.66GHz with its Burst technology. The toughened construction includes a rubberized LCD and the base trim absorbs shock for superior drop protection. The solid state drive is designed without spinning parts, so it can withstand accidental drops and bumps.

The HP Elitebook Revolve 810 G3 is basically a Broadwell update on the previous version. The G3's main feature is its 5 usage modes using its revolving hinge. The device is built with a magnesium chassis and comes with a spill resistant backlit keyboard and the whole is designed to pass MIL-STD 810G tests (US military tests mostly for environmental conditions).

The HP Elitebook 820 G2 is another business oriented laptop that's thin and light and mobile in and out of the office. So for business there's proven enterprise technologies, security (TPM, vPro etc), performance, and management features that will meet its needs. There's various cpu, storage and RAM (up to 16GB) options to configure.

The Fujitsu S935 is a top quality laptop with a top quality price. The system is powered by a choice of Broadwell core i5/i7 processors. You can add a modular battery, blu-ray or dvd players. Two batteries of 51 Watt-hours + 28 Watt-hours – battery life should be 9 hours on wifi. There are also higher res screen options to 2560×1440.

For a 15.6 inch laptop it's light at 2.27kg for the 6 cell battery model and thin at 21.3mm, however one of the accessories might be a trolley, so for a desktop replacement it certainly fits the bill. It does have a monster 4K/UHD 3840×2160 pixel IGZO IPS touchscreen display (282ppi) powered by NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960M with 2G or 4G GDDR5 VRAM and a Core i7 4720 processor that starts at 2.6Ghz and turbos up to 3.6Ghz. From the pictures it looks typically Zenbook-tastic.

The Aspire R 13 is an unusual convertible notebook that has an Ezel Aero Hinge which allows 6 modes of use – somewhat like Dell's XPS 12 though it's frame is U shaped. The screen flips all the way around on its hinge to be able to use it as a laptop or tablet. Othe notable features are a hi-res QHD display with Gorilla glass and digitizer, a backlit chiclet keyboard and dual band ac wifi.

The business oriented Dell Latitude E7450 is quite a powerhouse and with a carbon-fibre and magnesium-alloy body coming in at 1.55kgs so it's light for a 14" laptop. Dell provide a huge amount of customisation but essentially you can choose Core i5 5300U or i7 5600U cpu, 4 or 8GB RAM and 128 or 256GB SSD and it can come with Windows 7 or 8.1 Professional operating systems.

The Toshiba Protege Z20t seems a well designed machine with various modes of operation. Its a reasonably powerful ultrabook with spill resistant backlit keyboard and active stylus, though the RAM is not upgradeable. There are currently two variants B2111 (5Y71, 8GB RAM, 128GB) and B2112 (5Y71,8GB,256GB)

Eurocom introduce this beastly powerhouse laptop that is powered by a Core i5 Broadwell 5200U and up to 32GB RAM and 2TB storage! Security is assisted by an Intel Platform Trust technology (to enhance encryption and authentification. Solid construction in an aluminium chassis along with a large battery power source and 65W AC adapter. It also has mSata 3 options available up to 1TB.

This model Asus Transformer Book T300LA has a full HD screen and Windows 8.1 Pro It can have various 4th-generation Intel Core processors up to i7. The casing is brushed-hairline aluminium.

The HP Spectre x360 is a slim and light aluminium cased laptop made for portability with good battery life. Full HD IPS touchscreen display.

Asus ultra light and mobile, secure and durable business laptop (Windows 8.1 Pro 64 bit or Windows 7 options). Enhanced security with Trusted Platform Module and fingerprint reader, vPro. Extra-strict ASUS reliability testing to military standards, durable carbon-fiber-reinforced LCD cover construction, tough anti-shock hard drive protects data and spill-resistant keyboard protects from occasional spillages.

Thin and light the Lenovo LaVie Z HZ750 is the convertible laptop version of the two LaVie Z ultraportables. Using a super light Mg-Li Alloy material it is incredibly light. Magnificent QHD/FHD IGZO screen options, up to Intel 5th Generation Core i7 processors and SSD storage. Laptop can open 360 degrees hence the name!

Thin and light the Lenovo LaVie Z (previously known as HZ550) is the 13.3" laptop version of the two LaVie Z ultraportables. Using a Mg-Li Alloy material its exceptionally light. Magnificent QHD screen, Intel 5th Generation Core i5 processors, and SSD storage.

The Apple MacBook Air 11 (2015) is a Laptop based around Intels Broadwell Platform. It comes with 128 or 256GB of SSD storage as well as 4/8 GB of RAM. In terms of Ports there is: 2x USB 3.0, Headphone Jack, and a Thunderbolt 2. The built-in 38Wh battery should last for up to 9hrs of web surfing. WiFi ac and Bluetooth 4.0 make for some good connectivity. Unfortunately it still has a 1366×768 screen making it a good hot-desk solution but not the most productive screen when standing on its own legs.

The Hampoo HCM12 is a fanless dockable tablet based around Intel's Core-M platform. Its 12.2" display features a resolution of 2560×1600 pixels. One specialty is the optional Intel 3D RealSense camera on the back of the device. In terms of ports it comes with 2 USB 3.0 Ports and a Mini DisplayPort. We like the fact that it comes with a WiFi a/b/g/n/ac module in conjunction with Bluetooth 4.0 and LTE. There is an optional GPS module available.

The 2nd-generation Lenovo Helix 2 is much lighter thanks to the Intel Core M CPU. The docking keyboard includes a 26Wh battery (total over 60Wh in under 1.4KG of convertible tablet is impressive) and includes a digitizer. The 11.6-inch screen comes in a useful Full HD resolution and the pricing isn't as high as you might expect for such a flexible 2-in-1.

The Samsung Ativ Book 9 (2015) is a new Ultrabook that comes with a 12.2" display with a whopping 2560×1600 pixels resolution. Furthermore the display is capable of putting out a very bright 700 nits in outdoor mode. Battery runtime is supposed to be 10.5 hrs under "low usage" scenarios. The laptop is built around Intel's Broadwell Core-M platform, so perfomance wise it won't be a powerhorse but should be suited for most day-to-day-tasks.

The Acer Aspire V3-371-365Z is an "Ultrabook" alike Laptop based on Intels Haswell platform. It comes with 240GB of SSD storage as well as 4GB of RAM. The 13.3" display features a good Full HD (1920×1080 pixels) resolution. At 1.46kg it weighs just about right for a 13.3" device. In terms of ports it offers HDMI, Gigabit ethernet, USB 3.0 as well as a USB 2.0 port. Bluetooth 4.0 and WiFi a/b/g/n are your wireless connections.

With an integrated stand this 1.27KG tablet has many similarities with the Surface Pro 3 although this one is fanless. It's much bigger and heavier than the Pro 3 but that might be an advantage to some due to the better working space. This is almost a mini all-in-one and quite unique in the market. The Bluetooth keyboard is large and detachable, which can also be an advantage.

The new Dell XPS 13 with 5th-Gen Core (Broadwell) is undoubtedly a stunning looking device but if you take a closer look you?ll see the stars aligning for what could be the best Ultrabook ever. You?ve got no-touch options starting at $799 and, if you dare, a QHD+ (3200 x 1800) touch option with 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD and a Core i7 for just $1599. All models have AC WiFi, Sync and Charge USB, DisplayPort, backlit full-size keyboard and a precision touchpad which has already had good feedback from The Verge. Even fully loaded the XPS 13 weighs just 1.26KG (2.8 lbs) and the best thing is that it?s got a 54Wh battery inside that?s going to power this Ultrabook for a hard day?s work. Trust me, I?ve had the same setup on a Haswell ultrabook and you really can leave the power adaptor at home. If the battery life isn?t enough for you there?s an external power pack available, the 12,000 mAh (possibly 44Wh) Dell Power Companion, that will boost battery life by up-to 7 hours. hip dates for the XPS 13 are 22nd Jan (Core i3) and 28th Jan (Core i7.)

The ASUS Zenbook UX303LA is a new 13.3" Laptop based on Intels latest Broadwell processor architecture. As one of the first Broadwell processors this devices supports DirectX 11.2, however this laptop is not supposed to be a serious gaming machine. At 1.45kg it weighs in the normal range of 13.3" devices. The IPS display features a resolution of 1920×1080 pixels. 256GB of SSD should serve for both sufficient amount of storage but also fast boot times. WiFi AC and Bluetooth 4.0 should offer good wireless connections. In terms of ports there is HDMI, mini displayport, SD card reader, combined mic and headphone jack as well as 3 USB 3.0 ports. 50Whrs of battery should serve for a decent batterylife. A backlit keyboard is included.

The Dell Venue 11 Pro 7000 is a dockable tablet designed around Intels latest Core-M platform. It features a whole range of connection options such as WiFi ac, Bluetooth 4.0, NFC, an LTE option as well as Miracast and Intel WiDi support. As usual with Dell machines there are parts you can pick and choose from the store such as more RAM (8GB max) more SSD Storage (128 or 256GB options available) as well as the aforementioned LTE module. The 10.8" Full HD screen has a 10 point multi touch sensor as well as support for the optional Dell Active Stylus. Having an IPS display the device comes with a wide viewing angle. There is also an optional keyboard dock available.

The ASUS UX305 is a new Ultrabook powered by an Intel Core-M dualcore running at clockspeed of 800MHz up to 2GHz Turboboost. It packs a 45Wh battery for sufficient battery life. The 13.3" features a maximum resolution of 3200×1800 pixels supported by a Multi-Touch layer. The device has 3 USB 3.0 ports, a microSD as well as a microHDMI port. Bluetooth 4.0 as well as WiFi ac is supported. 1.2kg for a 13.3" Laptop is really lightweight and makes it perfect to carry around all day long.

The Lenovo Yoga 3 Pro is based on Intels Core-M 5Y70 processor. 8GB of RAM and 256GB of SSD Storage are included in the package. The 44.8Whr battery lets the Yoga 3 Pro run for up to 9hrs. WiFi AC and Bluetooth 4.0 complete the package. In terms of ports it brings a 3.5mm headphone jack, 2 USB 3.0 ports, microHDMI, a full size SD card reader and something very new and interesting: a DC-in in the shape of a USB port which can be utilized as an USB 2.0 port.

The Acer Aspire Switch 12 runs on Intel's Core-M platform with the HD 5300 GPU. This hybrid device has a detachable keyboard and can be used as a tablet or as a laptop. It has 4GB of RAM and 60GB/128GB of SSD storage. Note that the detachable keyboard does not feature a touchpad but offers a trackpoint and can operate remotely via RF. A total weight of 1.4KG is not the best in class but pricing looks attractive so this may be an option for those looking for a low-cost hot-desking solution. The Acer Aspire 12 is slightly heavier than some of the other 12.5-inch 2in1 devices but starts at a slightly lower price. Good SSD speeds. A large range of usage scenarios are enabled by the design.

The Dell Latitude 13 7000 is a 2-in-1 dockable tablet powered by Intels Core M-5Y10a processor. The processor has a base-clock pf 800MHz with turbo-boost of up to 2GHz. The IPS Full HD 13.3" touchscreen has a digitizer interface as well as the finger touch layer. It supports almost all wireless standards with Bluetooth 4.0 WiFi a/b/g/n/ac and Miracast. The keyboard dock comes with 2 USB 3.0 ports and a mini displayport.

Full specifications are available at HP?s Indian website and they show that it?s only the Y-series Haswell CPUs (lower clocked) that are included which could mean this is fanless like the Pro X2 410. 8GB RAM option, SSD up to 256GB, 1366?768 option and a huge array of ports which include DisplayPort and VGA on the power keyboard. The power keyboard is spill-resistant and backlit and, like the 410 G1 has a 25Wh battery inside taking the total tablet+keyboard capacity to 55Wh. That should be enough for about 8-10 hours of productivity. The Pro X2 612 is very much laptop-first as the tablet weighs 1KG. We don?t see a stand and there?s no obvious stand mode or tent mode that could help digital artists. Maybe the screen can be mounted in the reverse direction? Total weight goes up to 1.85KG for a the tablet and power-keyboard combination which is 30% or more than some 13-inch Ultrabooks.

Impressive. The Transformer Book T300 Chi 2-in-1 was introduced at Computex 2014 and finally launched at CES 2015. The incredibly thin 7.6mm tablet design is just 16.5mm thick when snapped together with the keyboard. It's a fanless 2-in-1. Available from Feb 2015

We’ve never seen an Ultrabook with these specs before. The Asus NX500 Ultrabook was announced yesterday and it proves how far Ultrabook specification can be pushed. The NX500 is targeted squarely at creators and gamers and is one of the most impressive-looking Ultrabooks we’ve ever seen. No, this is not ultra-light, unless you want these specifications in a Windows laptop, and then it is!

The HP Pavillion X2 13 is a 13.3" dockable tablet that weighs 1.07 kg with a dockable base unit. The IPS display offers a resolution of 1366×768 pixels and is powered by the Intel HD 4200. The processor is a 4th generation Intel Core i3-4020Y with 1.5Ghz.

So the Acer Aspire S3 got a refresh. Design changes over the original S3 include a flat-folding screen and a more rounded style. A backlit keyboard, FullHD IPS touchscreen and Gorilla glass screen protection, 1TB ultra-thin (7.2mm) drive and WiDi support (as all new Ultrabooks) are in the specifications (see below for full specs). Highlight of the package is an Nvidia GeForce GT 735M graphics which should give you playable access to almost any game on the market.

The Sony VAIO fit is a interesting Convertible Laptop. At 1.3kg with a 13.3" Screen you can use the touchscreen comfortably at your lap. It has an optional active digitizer, which is not included at default. The touchscreen registers up to 10 fingers. We like the Full HD resolution aswell as the 8GB of RAM. It features a dual webcams – a 8MP camera on the back and a not further specifed HD Webcam on the front. Note that the screen uses the so called 'Triluminous Display' technology for richer colours and contrasts.

The Toshiba Kirabook 13 has a pressed magnesium chassis which gives it it's premium look. With 8GB of RAM and an Intel Core i7 4500U with 1.8Ghz it sports some serious hardware. 256GB of SSD storage should both be sufficient and fast for quick bootups and resume from standby. Toshiba claims a battery life of up to 9.16h, which should be enough for everyday usage scenarios. What we like is the multitouch screen with a resolution of 2560×1440 pixels.

A maximum of 64GB of storage is good (16 and 32GB also listed in the specifications) and when you pair that with 9 hours battery life, the dynamic OS that many many people know and love from their smartphones, a fullHD touchscreen, three USB ports, a MicroSD slot and HDMI you have indeed got something unique. We assume the Nvidia Tegra 4 processor is fanless too. Try getting FullHD on 14-inches with an SSD in the Windows PC world for $400!

This Inspiron 11 3000 is a convertible laptop that uses a fold-back screen hinge to provide stand and tablet modes. The 11 3000 runs on Baytrail CPUs with hard drive options (no SSD) and a basic 1366×768 screen. The product will compete with the Lenovo Yoga 2 11 and pricing appears to be similar.

The HP Pro X2 410 G1 (also available as a consumer model HP Pavilion 11 X2) offers a fanless Core i5 CPU in an 820 gram tablet with an 1..6-inch IPS screen. It's a good set of specifications but do not that the CPU is the Y-variant (max 2.0Ghz clock) and that the screen res is only 1366×768. It's an interesting 2-in-1 with a nice keyboard and good total battery life but this business focused 'Pro' version is quite expensive.

Microsoft have taken the Surface 2, increased the screen size an reduced the weight making it a leading example of tablet engineering. The 12-inch, 800 gram tablet won't be aimed at casual users but with the included digitizer it will appeal to creative types. Pricing matches its pro-level specifications. Starting at $799 it's 'accessible' but if you're looking at 8GB RAM, Core i5 and 128GB of SSD you'll be forced to take the 256GB model at $1299. Great engineering and a perfect device for a lot of creatives but not exactly your mainstream laptop-replacement, especially as similar performance can be had in an Ultrabook for a much lower price.

Toshiba Portege Z30t is a laptop with a 13.3" non-touch screen technology and 1366×768 pixel resolution based on the Intel Haswell hardware platform. It has an Intel Core i5-4200U processor with a clock of 1.6GHz, Intel HD 4400 GPU and up to 8GB of RAM. There's also Wi-Fi 802.11 ac included for a faster internet conection and Bluetooth 4.0, but there's no 3G or 4G option. It's worth a look if you want a good laptop for every day use and, on some degree, to play games.

The Fujitsu Lifebook T904 is a touch-enabled Convertible Ultrabook based upon Intel's Haswell architecture. It features a Core i5-4200U with a clock of 1.6-2.6 GHz and up to 8GB of RAM. It's 13.3 inch convertible display features a resolution of a whopping 2560×1440 pixels. There are plenty of options to choose from, such as optional 3G/4G with GPS included, other storage options or processors ranging up to an Intel Core i7-4600U. It also features vPro for businesses. We like the dual input touchscreen with it's Digitizer that comes with it.

The Lenovo Yoga 2 Pro is markedly thinner and lighter than the Yoga 13 that started this 360-degree fold-back segment. An incredibly high resolution screen is the highlight. MicroHDMI and only two USB ports are disappointing. Great keyboard and battery life.

A Baytrail-powered (Pentium branded) Yoga that comes at a launch price of $529 could appeal to those looking for an Ultrabook-style 2-in-1 but not needing the high-end features and price.

Sony have an impressive set of specifications here. FullHD screen, back-lit keyboard, NFC, 128GBSSD and a CPU that should satisfy most home and small business needs. To top it off Sony have added a digitizer pen and are offering Photoshop Elements 12 in some packages.

The ASUS Transformer Book Duet TD300 is, at launch, unique. The 'worlds fastest' Android tablet and a 4-second switch between Android 4 and Windows 8.1 on the same processor. Starting price at $599.

The Lenovo Thinkpad X240 is a fine long-duration compact traveler with build quality and great working fascia. The change to buttonless touchpad might disappoint those coming from the previous Thinkpads. Hot-swap battery with sizes up to nearly 100Wh, many security options and docking-port capable. A classic Thinkpad.

Clearly aimed at business markets but offering some ofthe best specifications we've seen on the first wave of Baytrail tablets. 4G, 640gm, IGZO 2650×1600 screen, Digitizer and a built-in 38Wh battery are all high-end.

The 5000 series ranges from low-end to high end Atom and at the high end this product competes with the Surface 3. A slim keyboard, keyboard dock and docking station is available, 4GB RAM, 64-bit Windows and 1920×1024 screen. Model 5130 is the high-end model.

The Sony Vaio Tap 11 is, at launch, the lightest 4th-Gen Core-based tablet available although models start with a slightly cut-down Pentium version. Great screen, included keyboard, 3G/LTE options and a good entry-level price.

The Dell XPS 11 is a foldable Windows 8 laptop-hybrid like the Lenovo IdeaPad Yoga 11. With a 360 degree foldable screen it can be used either in laptop or tablet mode. At just around 1,1 kg it is pretty light to carry around in a bag. Something we like to mention is the 2560×1440 pixels resolution display Dell packed in there. With an not Intel Core i5 Haswell processor it should be capable of handling all office cases one could imagine, plus some basic level gaming.

The UH90′s centerpiece of course is its screen, with its heady resolution of 3200 x 1800 providing a pixel density of 262ppi but Fujitsu also has another trick up their sleeves by managing to squeeze the 14″ IGZO touchscreen display into a chassis that is about the same as for a 13″ model. Fujitsu also adds what it calls “Super Glide Coating” to the display for a better touch experience with Windows 8. Along with the display enhancements the UH90 also has a 1.6GHz Core i5-4200U Haswell processor with Intel HD 4400 graphics and a 500Gb hybrid drive with solid state cache, and with a thickness of only 15.5mm Fujitsu claims this is the thinnest Ultrabook available.

If you’re using your laptop primarily to ‘get things done’ then you’ll have a couple of things at the top of your wish list. Large screen, perfect working fascia and battery life; You’ll probably also be prepared to take a hit on style or even weight for the right product. The Lenovo Thinkpad S531 could be just what you’re looking for. A 9hr, 15” laptop with the Thinkpad KWM fascia and Ultrabook advantage. One thing to be aware of though is that this Ultrabook is based on older standards (Ivy Bridge). Because it’s got a 62.8Wh module inside, battery life isn’t going to be a problem.

The Samsung ATIV Book 9 Plus is a Haswell based Ultrabook with a gorgeous 3200×1800 pixels 13" display offering a multitouch layer. It runs on a Core i5 4200U at 1.6GHz with Turbo Boost up to 2.6GHz. Note that you need an adapter which comes with the package for ethernet. Unfortunately the VGA adapter is only optional.

The Samsung ATIV Book Q is a hybrid with a completely new design, QuadHD+ (3200×1800) and weighing 1.2KG. Based on Haswell it should offer a lot of performance and great battery life. It comes with a dual operating system. Windows 8 and Android are provided with seamless switching making this a unique proposition at launch.

The Sony VAIO Pro comes in 6 different versions, four 13" versions varying by RAM and SSD size – and two 11.6" versions. At only 1060g the 13" version is incredibly light and easy to take with. Sony's newest Triluminos-Display technology combined with a Full HD resolution make this display very color-true and will most probably be loved by Photographers or Videoproducers. One nifty little thing is the AC adapter, as it comes with a built-in Ethernet to Wifi Router which can be detached to give room to the hidden USB-Port for charging other devices.

The Sony VAIO Pro comes in 6 different versions, four 13" versions varying by RAM and SSD size – and two 11.6" versions. At only 1060g the 13" version is incredibly light and easy to take with. Sony's newest Triluminos-Display technology combined with a Full HD resolution make this display very color-true and will most probably be loved by Photographers or Videoproducers. One nifty little thing is the AC adapter, as it comes with a built-in Ethernet to Wifi Router which can be detached to give room to the hidden USB-Port for charging other devices.

The first reviews of the Sony Vaio Duo 13 are in, the first product pages are up and availability of this not-quite-an-Ultrabook is said to be 9th June. Battery life tests look fantastic and it looks like Connected Standby, aka Active Sleep is on board. Oh, and the TRILUMINOS screen is said to be awesome. There’s so much to talk about…

At 15.5mm with a touchscreen, the ASUS Zenbook Infinity is one amazingly thin Ultrabook. Gorilla Glass lid and touchscreen, backlit keyboard, 2560×1440 resolution, 4th-Gen Intel Core and more although at this stage the full specifications are not known. The ASUS Zenbook Infinity is being launched at Computex and although it wasn not mentioned in the ASUS press conference, a preview model was shown behind glass.

The Acer Aspire S7 just got refreshed – it's now based on Intel's Haswell architecture. It packs in several goodies for your pleasures. Starting with the optional 2560×1440 pixel display, a backlit keyboard, RAID-0 SSDs for blazing fast speed and Intel's WiDi technology, this Ultrabook is a serious option out there. With 180° of movability, the display – a 10-finger touchscreen by the way – gives you the option to lay the display flat onto a surface and play or watch something together. Battery life is proclaimed to be around 7hrs. For crystal clear voice Acer added a microphone array to their Ultrabook.

This is the refreshed version of the 2012 Acer Aspire S3 – now build upon Intel's Haswell platform. It comes with 1TB of HDD, NVIDIA GeForce GT 735M graphics, a 1080p IPS display with 170 degrees of viewability and includes Intel's Wireless Display aswell.

The HP TouchSmart 14 is an Ultrabook based on Intel's Haswell platform. What makes this stand above the crowd is it's impressive 3200×1800 pixels display. At 14" this will be the highest pixel density there is right now. There will be options for a 1366×768 or 1600×900 pixel display.

“Designed for Gaming” says the advertising for the Razer Blade Ultrabook. We say you should look closely at this one even if you’re not a gamer. Haswell, 1600×900, 70Wh battery and an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 765M make this Ultrabook unique. The design is pretty hot too.1.88KG for a 14” Ultrabook isn’t the best you’ll find but given the battery capacity and the processing specs, you won’t find anything lighter.

The ASUS VivoBook V551 is a 15.6" Ultrabook based on Intel's new Haswell platform. It's processor is a Core i7 with 1.8Ghz. 8GB of RAM together with a NVIDIA GeForce GT 740M make up a good performance for gaming. We are curious to see how long it's 3-cell 65W 4500mAh battery combined with Haswell's powermanagement will keep this thing up and running. The 15.6" display comes at a rather underwhelming 1366×768 resolution.

The ASUS Zenbook UX51VZ is the same 15.6 inch UX51 that we’ve seen before — not quite an Ultrabook thanks to a more power-hungry QM processor — but with high density 2880×1620 IPS display, which puts it at 211.82 PPI. For comparison, the 15.4 inch MacBook Pro with retina display is 220 PPI. It comes with 2x 256GB SSD in high performance RAID 0 configuration for ultimate performance. It comes with an external DVD drive and USB subwoofer.

The Split is another entrant in the growing Windows 8 Core powered hybrid market and has a number of features similar to the Transformer Book like a keyboard dock with an extra battery and an optional 500GB HDD to complement the 128GB SSD in the tablet. The HP will be powered by a Y-series Intel Core i3 or i5 processor, offer WiDi, and HDMI port, microSD and full SD card slots and 2 USB porst (1x USB2, 1x USB3) on the keyboard dock. WiFi a/b/g/n, Bluetooth, Beats audio and front and rear are also present.

The Samsung ATIV Book 5 is a Laptop based on Intel's Ivy-Bridge platform. It comes with a 14" 1366×768 pixels touchscreen. With Bluetooth 4.0 Wifi a/b/g/n and a gig-ethernet port there are plenty connection options. One annoying bit is the optional mini VGA adapter, which has to be bought seperately.

The Acer Aspire P3 Ultrabook, that’s actually a tablet with a keyboard accessory, is aimed at a low-cost market. It uses the low-power Y-series CPUs which are also lower performance than mainstream Ivy Bridge CPUS. The design is based around the Acer Iconia W700 which is available with a larger battery and full-power CPU.

One of the first AMD Temash-based products to be available offers Ultrabook-like specifications for a low price. Back-lit keyboard and additional battery port are features. This is a new Acer Aspire V5 design for 2013 and is also available with a lower cost/performance AMD A4-1250 processor.

The Toshiba Kirabook is a premium Ultrabook built on Intel's Ivy-Bridge platform. It's most compelling feature is that sweet 2560 x 1440 pixels display. With HDMI out and 3 USB 3.0 ports as well as an SDXC card reader it comes with some decend ports. It comes in three flavors: i5, i5-touchscreen, i7-touchscreen. With Bluetooth 4.0, Intel WiDi support and WiFi b/g/n it offers great performance. The only thing we're missing at that premium price is an ethernet option. The housing is made of aluminum alloy which makes it stiff and light at the same time.

Taiwanese company Inhon has introduced the Blade 13 Carbon Ultrabook with dimensions that make it the thinnest and lightest Ultrabook available, taking the throne from the NEC LaVie Z. Coming in at 1.9lbs (870g) and 10.7mm thin the Blade 13 Carbon beats the NEC by 5g and 2mm while still packing specs comparable to any current Ultrabook. Options include Core i5 or i7 CPU, 13″ 1080p screen, 128 or 256GB SSD and 4GB RAM. Pricing is quoted at $1,350 with a lower priced option with a 1600×900 screen and fiberglass body with still impressive dimensions of 2.6lbs (1,195g) and 12.6mm for about $1000.

The Tarox Modula Ultrabook is an Ivy-Bridge based Ultrabook which comes in various models. Basically there is a Core-i3 and a Core-i5 version with either 120GB or 250GB SSD. The Display comes at a rather average 1366×768 pixels at a 14" screen. We would have loved to see some more pixels in there, but arguably at that budget pricepoint we may overlook this here. To put all in a nutshell: a good middlerange ultrabook at a budget price!

The Toshiba Portégé Z10t is a dockable Windows 8 Tablet based upon the Intel Ivy Bridge platform. The tablet itself comes with a USB 3.0 port, micro HDMI, SD-Card slot and a 3.5mm mic/headphone jack. With the dockable keyboard another full size HDMI port, VGA, USB 2.0 and a Gigabit LAN interface is added. For business users there are some special treats for you: Trusted Platform Module, Intel Active Management Technology, Intel Anti-Theft and Toshiba Eco Utility Software. It either comes with Windows 8 or Windows 8 Pro. Note that LTE is optional and WiFi comes either in b/g/n or a/b/g/n.

The Samsung Series 7 Ultra runs Windows 8 and this model comes with a multitouch display capable of 10-point touch. The 13.3-inch display is full HD (1920×1080) and has a brightness of 350 nits. The touchscreen model weighs 1.65kg but offers a good 57Wh of battery capacity. This Ultrabook will hit the mark for many and we expect it to be a good seller in 2013

The MSI S30 is an Ultrabook based on the Intel Ivy Bridge platform. With it's 64GB SSD / 500GB HDD hybrid drive it offers both speed and space. The glossy display comes with a resolution of 1366×768. With a rather standard 4GB of RAM it should be suited for most applications.

The Fujitsu Lifebook SH772 is a Ultrabook-like Laptop based on Intel's Ivy Bridge platform. There are many options to choose from like either a Core i5-3320M or Core i7-3520M. One also is able to choose between several HDD (up to 1TB) or SSD (up to 256GB) options as well as 2-8GB of RAM. The 72Wh 6-cell battery is supposed to serve up to 14hrs. For security reasons it offers a fingerprint reader.

The Samsung Series 7 Ultra runs Windows 8 and optionally comes with a multitouch display capable of 10-point touch. The 13.3-inch display is full HD (1920×1080) and has a brightness of 350 nits. Samsung says that the display has a viewing angle of 178 degrees. The non-touchscreen model weighs 1.46kg and is 17.5mm thick. The touchscreen model is a bit beefier at 1.65kg and 18.9mm.

The Toshiba Satellite U845t Ultrabook is the touch-enabled version of the U845 in the USA. A budget Ultrabook launched at CES 2012 for $800 should have quite come competition in 2012

This is the new Lenovo Yoga 11S, the latest addition to the Yoga family of Lenovo. It comes with an Intel Ivy Bridge processor (up to core i7) and with up to 256GB SSD storage. There are two options for Memory: 4 and 8 GB. The fully tiltable screen to the back of the keyboard converts this notebook into a fully fledged tablet. With Windows 8 this Notebook features a complete Windows experience as most of us now it.

The HP EliteBook Revolve is a Convertible Ultrabook with some specials under the hood. It comes with a 11.6" touch-enabled, Gorilla Glass display with a resolution of 1366×768. Even though it is a Gorilla Glass screen it has a matt display with a brightness of 400 candela. RAM is upgradeable to 12GB and CPU-wise one can choose from an Intel Core i3, i5 or i7 Ivy Bridge processor. With its weight of only 1.3Kg and its 4G option it is a perfect device for mobile computing.

The ZaReason UltraLap 430 is one of the few Linux Ultrabooks launched recently. With a wide variety of operating systems to choose from (Ubuntu variants, Debian, Fedora) ZaReason leaves no one unsatisfied. It comes with either a Core i3 or a Core i5 processor and some serious options for Storage. One can choose from 3 versions on mSATA storage (64GB, 128GB, 256GB) + either one of the two HDDs (250GB, 500GB) or one of the 3 SSD options (128GB, 256GB, 512GB) making that a perfect modular choosable Ultrabook.

This is the new HP Spectre XT TouchSmart Ultrabook 15t-4000. It is a touch-enabled Ultrabook featuring a powerful dual-core Intel Core i7-3517U with 1.9GHz with turboboost up to 3GHz and 4 Threats. The 15" IPS Display comes with a Full HD resolution (1920×1080). On the hardware side there is not much to choose from HP, however one can choose from 4 different Storage configurations (500GB HDD 7200 or 5400 RPM, 128GB SSD or 256GB SSD). With Windows 8 installed this could offer some nice touch-experience.

The Lenovo IdeaPad S405 is a new 14" notebook powered by the new AMD-A8-4555M. The A8 features 4 cores clocked at 1.6 GHz. With only 17W TDP this model could be an alternative to the ULV versions of the Core i models of Intel.

The Dell XPS 13 Developer Edition is one of the first official Linux Ultrabooks to come to market. It packs an Intel Core i7-3667U processor in that package with 8GB of RAM. The 13" screen is protected by Gorilla Glass. Dell delivers this Ultrabook with Ubuntu 12.04 LTS and offers support for it.

With the ThinkPad Edge 130, Lenovo released a decent piece of hardware for a reasonable price. It comes with different CPU options: Intel Pentium 977 being the lower end and Intel Core i3 being the higher end option. With 4GB of RAM and 320GB of Storage (HDD) it serves well enough for most purposes we encounter. One special thing we like is the upgradability that comes with this laptop. One can change storage, add RAM to the second memory bank or replace broken parts with ease. What's fascinating about this model is the 63Wh battery Lenovo chose to deliver as a standard power souce at that low price point.

The Sony VAIO T13 (SVT1311W1E) was one of the first Ivy Bridge based Ultrabooks with the new Intel HD 4000 integrated Graphics chip. It comes like its sister models with 4GB RAM, Wi-Fi b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0 + HS and a 13.3" display with a resolution of 1366×768. Unlike its sister models it doesn't come with a hybrid HDD/SSD but a true 128GB SSD.

Slotting right into the Ultrabook segment is this quad-core AMD-powered competitor. No SSD acceleration exists on the hard drive but many of the other specifications go directly head-to-head with Ultrabooks. Back-lit keyboard and slick design will please many. The GPU will please even more.

The ASUS Zenbook Prime Touch UX31A is a touch-enabled ultrabook coming with Windows 8. It features an Intel Core i7-3517U clocked at 1.9GHz. The primary focus on this device is its touch-enabled 1920×1080 pixel IPS display. At only 1.4Kg it is a light option for your bag to carry. In addition to that you will get a backlit keyboard and Intel's Wireless Display technology.

The Medion Akoya S4216 is a very special budget priced Ultrabook, intruduced by ALDI in Germany. It comes with an optical DVD burner AND an extra battery which is swappable with the optical disc drive. The included battery is a 4-cell Li-Ion battery and the extra battery (which also is included) is a 3-cell Li-Polymer type. With both batteries plugged in the Ultrabook is verified for up to 8hrs of batterylife. Intel Wi-Di is also included as well as USB 3.0 and a gigabit ethernet port.

Microsoft's Surface Pro is likely to give the tablet category a good boost through the marketing and branding and this version of the Surface will be a true desktop-capable device. At 900gm it's one of the lightest Core-based tablets and the 10.1" screen also makes it highly portable. A digitiser layer, FULLHD resolution and keyboard accessories only make it more interesting. We'd have preferred to see a full size SD card slot although the SDXC slot will be useful in expanding storage space.

The Dell Inspiron 15z is a 15.6" Ultrabook which comes with a weight of 2.16kg and several different configurations ranging from core i3 to i7 CPU, 4-8GB of RAM, 500GB HDD + 32GB mSATA SSD or 128-256GB SSD. There is also a version with NVIDIA Geforce GT630M 2GB GPU. This model however comes with an Intel HD 4000.

Available with Core i5 and Core i7. Model number S500CA-CJ005H used for the specifications above.

As one of the cheapest touch-enabled Ultrabooks, the Vivobook S400 should get a large audience although a deeper dive on the specs reveals a few points of note. The weight is mainstream rather than class-leading and the spinning hybrid drive won't bring you the speeds you see on SSD-based devices.

This Panasonic convertible is available in Japan and offers some of the best we've seen in terms of specs, weight, size and features. This is an 11.6" Full SSD convertible in 1.1KG! Vpro models available. Sensor pack included. Unfortunately the screen is only 1366×768 but on an 11.6" screen, that's acceptable for most.

The Lenovo Thinkpad Helix offers an advanced tablet/laptop configuration with battery capacity up to an impressive 70Wh with the clamshell dock. The weight, however, is high at 1.7KG, much more than other 11.6" ultrabooks that go down to 1KG. SSD options, CPU options (including VPro support) and memory up to 8GB give the business user and consumer a wide choice of configurations. We think the Lenovo Helix is going to be very popular here on Ultrabooknews but pricing will be high. Starting price: around $1500.

The Asus U500 competes with Ultrabooks like the Gigabyte U2442 in that it offers highly portable power. With up to a Core i7 quad-core processor and powerful Nvidia GT 650M graphics, the U500 is a mobile powerhouse but don't expect lengthy battery life. Due to the Quad Core 35W CPU ,the U500 is not a true Ultrabook. Also known as the UX51, which is a little confusing!

The Gigabyte U2142 is a touch enabled Ultrabook with many options to choose from. This model comes with 1000GB HDD + 256GB SSD at the same time, making this a whopping 1.25 TB of Storage. It comes with up to 16GB RAM and even an 3.5G option making this a possible roadwarrior.

The Lenovo IdeaPad U510 is a 15.6" Laptop running on Intel's Ivy Bridge platform. The laptop will be available with up to a Core i7 Ivy Bridge CPU, up to 8GB of RAM and a 500GB, 750GB or 1TB hard drive and optional 24/32GB SSD cache. It should come at a budget price point. With up to 6 hours of battery the laptop might offer enough juice for some entertainment purposes. Even though it comes with Windows 8 it does not feature a touchscreen.

This is the Acer Aspire V5 Touch, a Windows 8 Touch Ultrabook running on Intel's Ivy Bridge platform. It comes with either an 14 or 15 inch screen. The Touchscreen offers a recognition of up to 10 fingers.

The Sony VAIO T13 is a budget Touch Ultrabook featuring Windows 8. It's running on Intel's Ivy Bridge platform with up to 8GB of RAM. There are several configurations available with up to 256GB SSD Storage and CPU configurations with up to an Core i7. At a budget price this Ultrabook can be very tempting.

Too good to be an Ultrabook? The Samsung Series 9 is not officially an Ultrabook because of a missing security subsystem but that might not deter many from being impressed by this. Ivy-Bridge and Windows 8 in the latest version with, recently, a low-cost version being introduced into some markets. Stylish, efficient and with a great screen and keyboard.

Samsung's Series 9 15" model comes with a 1600×900 screen a backlit keyboard and an Intel Ivy Bridge (3rd Gen) Core Processor. Windows 8 models available from end of October 2012 and there's a lower-cost 4GB version. This is a very high quality ultralight with excellent screen and keyboard.

The ASUS S200E-CT182H is a good starting point for everyone to enter the Touch Ultrabook category because it hits the market at a budget pricing. IN the USA it's available as the Vivobook X202 In terms of connection it offers a good range of ports, including VGA, HDMI, 2 USB 2.0 and 1 USB 3.0 as well as an SDHC card reader.

From a design perspective the XPS Duo 12 is certainly a stylish alternative to a slider or dockable tablet but we are concerned about the weight of the device in tablet mode. Pricing is also quite high but that may not deter those looking for a stylish option. 47Wh battery is not the largest in this weight category.

The Samsung Series 7 slate is renamed to the Ativ SmartPC 700T in line with European naming conventions. It builds on the older Series 7 slate that has already been in the market for some time but offers a completely different dockable keyboard. A full HD screen and S-Pen input makes the Samsung ATIV SmartPC 700T a leading tablet/ultrabook in terms of usage scenarios.

Centrino 2 band, 2 channel WiFi. No keyboard backlight. Disk/ram access panel. 1366×768 touchscreen.

The ASUS Taichi 21 is an extremely well-built Ultrabook convertible that, at 1,25KG can be used for some short-term tablet scenarios. Battery life is relatively short (about 3.5hrs) but the package is extremely mobile and flexible. Excellent speaker quality.

The Toshiba Satellite U920t is a Hybrid Laptop/Slider device based on Intel's Ivy Bridge platform. It comes with a rather big 8GB of RAM and up to 256GB of SSD Storage. With its sliding mechanism it can easily transform into a Windows 8 Tablet. With an Core-i5 under the hood it should have enough power for everything you might expect from an Ultrabook.

This is obviously a business-oriented Ultrabook with a full set of ports and focus on touchpad and keyboard quality. Anti-glare HD/HD+ displays (options we assume) and..touchscreen. (not seen in the video, maybe it’s an option.) Spill resistant keyboard and reinforced carbon construction. This is a VPro-enabled ‘Ultrabook for Business’ with encrypted hard drive, TPM module and Fingerprint reader.

The Satellite U945 Ultrabook is a more affordably-priced Ultrabook for everyday productivity and entertainment. Weighing less than four pounds and measuring less than 0.8 inches thin, it offers all the performance of a conventional PC but with slimmer styling and less Weight. It includes a 500GB hard drive3 with 32GB solid state drive cache for faster boot up times.

A very well built business-focused Ultrabook that comes with so many options you'll be hard-pressed not to find one that fits your requirements. Great keyboard, removable battery (36Wh and 60Wh options) and very quiet operation. Rugged build, VPro and an extensive range of service and security options also available.

The ASUS S56CM is a 15" Ultrabook with a wide range of options to choose from. With its thickness of only 21mm and 2.3kg weight this is a light 15.6" laptop. It runs on Intel's Ivy Bridge platform sporting a 1.8GHz Core i3 in its cheapest configuration and a Core i7 with 1.9-3GHz clockrate at the end of the price-spectrum. There is a sibling model of this laptop at 14" which lacks the NVIDIA GeForce GT635M graphics card.

The Fujitsu Q702 hybrid is a flexible do-it-all that is available in tablet-only, tablet+dock and tablet+dock+VPro versions. Read our review for more information. Highlight:Battery life and hot-swap capability.

The Sony Vaio Duo 11 offers an impressive list of features in such a small 1.3KG Ultrabook. FullHD screen sensor pack, NFC, digitiser, backlit keyboard, SATA 6Gb/s-connected SSD, removable battery, Gigabit LAN and more. An optical trackpad helps to keep overall dimensions down to a minimum. Up-to-5hrs quoted battery life puts this in the 3-4hr active-use category.

The MAXDATA M-Book 4000 U is a new Austrian Ultrabook running Intel's latest Ivy Bridge platform. It does feature Intel Anti-Theft technology which might come in handy for business users. The Matt Display also comes in handy for outdoor usage and with a weight of 1.72kg it is pretty lightweight.

The ASUS S56CM is a 15" Ultrabook with a wide range of options to choose from. With its thickness of only 21mm and 2.3kg weight this is a light 15.6" laptop. It runs on Intel's Ivy Bridge platform sporting a 1.8GHz Core i3 in its cheapest configuration and a Core i7 with 1.9-3GHz clockrate at the end of the price-spectrum. There is a sibling model of this laptop at 14" which lacks the NVIDIA GeForce GT635M graphics card.

This 'ulrathin' looks like an Ultrabook but is powered by the new AMD A6 Fusion processor. It offers good GPU performance but CPU performance is not what is seen on Ultrabooks. There's no SSD cache on the hard drive either.

The Acer TravelMate B113 is an affordable 11.6" Laptop with decend connection options. It comes with an 4400mAh battery and 4GB of RAM. With Bluetooth 4.0 and Wi-Fi a/b/g/n it keeps up with modern standards. There are several CPU options ranging from Pentium, over Celeron up to Core i3. Rarely seen these days is a matte screen which comes in handy for outdoor usage.

The Acer Aspire One 756 is a 11.6" Notebook with a dual-core Celeron 877 clocked at 1.4GHz. This device competes with netbooks but has much more processing power. At a little price point it is quite compelling for everyday work on the go.

This is the 14" version of the Acer Aspire V5. It comes with a Intel Core-i3 2367M clocked at 1.4 GHz and a NVIDIA GeForce GT620M. It has 4GB of RAM and 320GB of Storage. The Device comes with a built-in DVD drive and a 4 cell battery which should power the device for up to 5 hours.

This is the 11.6" version of the Acer Aspire V5 Series. It comes in various CPU configuartions ranging from Intel Pentium over Sandy Bridge Core-i3 up to Ivy Bridge Core-i5. It's not an Ultrabook but with its slim formfactor and its low price this piece of hardware can be quite competitive.

Coming in 14″ (CT14) and 15.6″ (CT15) flavors, the Vizio Thin + Light is based on Ivy Bridge. Both feature the exact same ports, specs, and features. A whole range of Intel Ivy Bridge ULV processors is available: Core i3-3217U (1.8GHz), i5-3317U (1.7GHz), or i7-3517U (1.9GHz). All models are equipped with 4GB of RAM and integrated HD 4000 graphics. The screens are the only thing to set the two sizes apart. It’s good to see that an HDTV manufacturer isn’t sending this out with low res screens; the 14″ is equipped with a 1600×900 display while the 15.6″ comes with a full 1920×1080 display. We’ve confirmed that the 1080p screen is IPS, but the 1600×900 screen doesn’t appear to be

Coming in 14″ (CT14) and 15.6″ (CT15) flavors, the Vizio Thin + Light is based on Ivy Bridge. Both feature the exact same ports, specs, and features. A whole range of Intel Ivy Bridge ULV processors is available: Core i3-3217U (1.8GHz), i5-3317U (1.7GHz), or i7-3517U (1.9GHz). All models are equipped with 4GB of RAM and integrated HD 4000 graphics. The screens are the only thing to set the two sizes apart. It’s good to see that an HDTV manufacturer isn’t sending this out with low res screens; the 14″ is equipped with a 1600×900 display while the 15.6″ comes with a full 1920×1080 display. We’ve confirmed that the 1080p screen is IPS, but the 1600×900 screen doesn’t appear to be

This is the new MacBook Air 13.3 built upon Ivy-Bridge platform. It comes with 4GB of RAM and 128GB of SSD. It features Bluetooth 4.0 and Wi-Fi a/b/g/n. There are multiple versions with more storage or Core i7 processor. There are now 2 USB 3.0 ports, SDXC card-reader and another Thunderbolt port available.

This is the new MacBook Air 11.6 built upon Ivy-Bridge platform. It comes with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of SSD. It features Bluetooth 4.0 and Wi-Fi a/b/g/n. There are multiple versions with more storage or Core i7 processor. There are now 2 USB 3.0 ports and another Thunderbolt port available.

This is the new Apple MacBook Pro with a Retina display. It comes with 2 graphics cards, a built in Intel HD 4000 and a NVIDIA Geforce GT650M with 1GB of GDDR5 memory. It also comes with an HDMI out and 2 Thunderbolt ports. There is also an 2.6GHz Version available with 512GB SSD storage. The display features a stunning 2880×1800 resolution.

The new Acer Aspire Timeline Ultra M5 is an Ultrabook with a discrete graphics solution. It features an Nvidia GT640M for more graphics power. We don't have too much information on this one, but it is said to feature most specifications that the Acer Aspire M3 has.

The LG Z450 Ultrabook has been announced. Based on the same chassis as the LG Xnote Z430 it looks like a straight upgrade to Ivy Bridge to make a 2nd-generation Ultrabook. It comes with an 500GB hybrid HDD.

The LG Z350 Ultrabook has been announced. Based on the same chassis as the LG Xnote Z330 it looks like a straight upgrade to Ivy Bridge to make a 2nd-generation Ultrabook. LG also mentions a SATA3 SSD in their press release which could lead to some high disk speeds – the reason that LG claims it will boot in 9 seconds perhaps.

A new Ultrabook has quietly gone live within Dell’s world. The Dell Inspiron 14Z Ultrabook is showing in Dell stores across Australia and Asia and is a little bit confusing. It’s at the 21mm limit for 14” Ultrabooks and it weighs a relatively heavy, no, very heavy, 2.37KG. Base pricing is coming in at the equivalent of about 1000 US dollars depending on the country. The Dell Inspiron 14Z is built on Core i3, Core i5 or Core i7 configuration. 8GB of RAM and a 500GB drive long with the DVD drive hint at work-horse scenarios.

This is the NEC LaVie Z Ultrabook with a weight of stunning 999g. It features an Intel Ivy Bridge Core i5/i7 and has a resolution of 1600×900. The NEC LaVie Z joins the sub-1-kilo Ultrabook club by using an magnesium-lithium alloy for the body. There is also an i7-3517U clocked at 1.9GHz version.

Sonys VAIO Z Series brings in a new blazing fast Ultrabook with an external GPU combined with an BD Drive. It brings the most advanced technology out there in one device at a heavy price point of $2749.99 at its maxed out configuration. The Base configuration will cost something around 2000$

MSI is working on second generation Ultrabook which features a touchscreen and convertible functionality. The S20 is a convertible Ultrabook which uses a sliding design, much like the Asus Eee Pad Slider and long forgotten (and never sold) Samsung Slider 7. The MSI S20 is equipped with Windows 8 which Microsoft has retooled for touch input with the Metro interface (pictured above). The S20 is exciting because it will be one of the first touchscreen convertible Ultrabooks with both Ivy Bridge and Windows 8 — a combination that could actually represent a good touchscreen computing experience in the world of mainstream PCs for the first time.

The Fujitsu Lifebook UH572 is an Ultrabook based on an Intel Ivy Bridge Core i5/7 processor clocked at 1.7/1.9GHz. It features up to 8GB of RAM and comes with various HDD/SSD options. The built-in stereo speakers are DTS licensed and should offer good audio quality. Having UMTS/HSUPA built in this Ultrabook can be good for working on the go.

The ASUS Transformer Book is a new generation of notebooks allowing the user to switch between a notebook and a tablet instantly by detaching the screen. It comes with Ivy Bridge-based Intel Core i7/5/3 and 128GB SSD. The docking station extends the device by providing features and connectivity you'd expect from a standard Ultrabook or laptop.

A completely new cdesign in convertible tablet / laptops. Instead of a new style of hinge, ASUS have simply put two screens on the TaiChi. This is running Windows 8 with an Ultrabook core. Clearly it's not going to be available until later this year. We're adding news items, videos and specifications to this page as it develops. Check back regularly.

The Acer Iconia Tab W700 is an 11.6-inch Full HD, multitouch touchscreen tablet which has an interesting cradle packed with it which makes tilts up to 70 degrees in landscape mode for better viewing angles. It also packs a Thunderbolt and microHDMI port for good connectivity options.

The Acer Aspire S7 Ultrabooks were launched Taipei at one of the first press events getting a head-start on some of the other Ultrabooks at Computex 2012. The 11.6 and 13.3″ Ultrabooks offer premium features and long battery life. Available later in the year with HD screens with touch and Windows 8. The battery life claims are very interesting. Up to 9hrs claimed for the 11.6" model is much more than we've seen on similar 1st-gen Ultrabooks.

The Acer Aspire S7 Ultrabooks were launched Taipei at one of the first press events getting a head-start on some of the other Ultrabooks at Computex 2012. The 11.6 and 13.3″ Ultrabooks offer premium features and long battery life. Available later in the year with HD screens with touch and Windows 8. The battery life claims are very interesting. Up to 12hrs claimed for the 13.3" model is much more than we've seen on similar 1st-gen Ultrabooks

The Envy 6t is the large-screen Ultrabook in HP's 2012 range of thin and lights. 15.6" sounds productive but we're a little dissapointed to see 1366×768 resolution on such a large screen. As yet, we haven't seen any options for higher resolution screens but this could be something HP offer in their B2B business. 2nd and 3rd-Generation CPUs are available along with a discreet GPU option. As yet, we haven't seen any SSD options which clearly leaves space for the HP Envy Spectre models

The Dospara Prime Note Altair is a Japanese market Ultrabook and includes a DVD writer and 8GB RAM along with the 3rd Generation Core CPU from Intel. a 500GB+64GB drive and a good set of ports round off would could be an interesting workhorse. Only the 1366×768 screen disappoints. Launch price including local taxes is $US 1023 for the base model (Core i5)

Looking very focused toward that cinema experience but also something that will be useful for productivity. Side-by-side windows would work well in this resolution. The weight seems acceptable for the size and as with other Toshiba Ultrabooks, the port selection is good.

The upgrade to the Z830 takes the same lightweight chassis and adds the 3rd generation Core processor and a faster SSD. This will be available in various version around the world with up to 8GB of RAM, 256GB of SSD and UMTS/WiMax options. The screen resolution remains the same which is dissapointing but given that the Z830 was an excelent Ultrabook, the Z930 will still be able to compete.

This is the first Ultrabook from Onkyo featuring a 14" Display with a resolution of 1366×768 pixels. Its Battery should last for about 8 hours. The processor is an second generation Intel Core-i7 2637M clocked at 1.7GHz.

The Gigabyte U2440 is a thin and light notebook with a 3rd generation Intel Core processor, NVIDIA graphics, and a starting price of about $699 — making the U2440 cheaper than most ultrabooks that offer discrete graphics.

The Maguay MyWay U1401i is the first Romanian Ultrabook we've seen so far. As this is a budget Ultrabook there are some down-sides to it. It comes with an older Wi-Fi b/g module and an hybrid HDD instead of true SSD storage.

Very similar to the Mouse Computers LuvBook X, the carbon-fiber build permits a very lightweight build – lighter than a netbook. Ivy Bridge makes this a 2nd-generation Ultrabook. Availability expected Q3 2012.

The Redfox WizBook Razor WR141HU is the first Philippine-Branded Ultrabook we've seen so far. It comes with an 2nd-Gen Core i3-2367M clocked at 1.4GHz. Unlike most Ultrabooks this one comes with 500GB of HDD. With 4GB of RAM and a battery life of 7.5 hours claimed by the manufacturer at an interesting starting price it can be quite compelling.

The entry-level UX32VD comes with Core i5 and a 1366×768 display but it's the Core i7 version with IPS display that is getting us excited. A discreet graphics card improves gaming capability and a reasonably large battery helps drive the UX32VD for as long as possible. The Hybrid HDD includes 'Express Cache' acceleration via a 23GB SSD. Premium features like backlit keyboard and high-quality speakers add to the great value of the ASUS Zenbook UX32VD

The ASUS Zenbook Prime is an 13.3" Ultrabook with a resolution of 1366×768. It is based on Intel's Ivy Bridge processor and should start at a price point of 800$. It does have a 24GB SSD cache Partition for system acceleration. Depending on how well the SSD based cache partition works, the UX32A could be a powerful Ultrabook at a reasonable Price.

The ASUS UX31A is an Ultrabook with a Full HD 1920×1080 13.3" display. It is powered by Intel's Ivy Bridge processor and features an Intel HD 4000 GPU. Having an Intel Centrino N 6205 Wi-Fi module, the Ultrabook is capable of Intel's Wireless Display technology (WiDi). Unlike its smaller sibling UX21A the UX31A does feature a full size SD Card reader.

The ASUS Zenbook Prime UX21A is an Ivy Bridge based Ultrabook with an incredible 1920×1080 11.6" IPS display. It offers 3xUSB 3.0, 1 microHDMI and 1 miniVGA port. With its 1.1kg it is a lightweight and yet powerful device. Pricing is still unavailable and it will most likely start selling in June.

The Wipro e.go Aero Ultra is a 14" Ultrabook from India. It has pretty standard configuration except the 32GB SSD Cache partition combined with a 500GB HDD. The weight of 1.7kg is compared to other Ultrabooks relatively high but still is lighter than most 14" Laptops.

The CCE Info Ultrabook comes with a 3rd-Generation Core 17 CPU at 2.0Ghz putting it a the high-end of Ultrabook processor performance. A DVD writer is included which is likely to have been a strong requirement for the Brazilian market where it will be manufactured and sold. A 'medium' resolution screen and 1.7KG put it somewhere in the mainstream of specifications despite the high-end CPU.

The HP EliteBook 2170p is an Ultrabook competitor with up to 16GB of RAM. As this device is focused for the business market one can get an SED HDD (Self Encrypting Drive) or SSD. We have to wait for a price to see how well this device will sell. With its 26.5mm thinkness it's a bit thicker than most Ultrabooks but still thinner than most Laptops.

The HP EliteBook Folio 9470m is a business focused Ultrabook with up to 16GB of RAM and either 500GB of HDD or 256GB SSD. It features 3 USB 3.0 Ports, VGA and a DisplayPort 1.1a The primary 4-cell 52 WHr battery can be extended with another 6-cell Slice battery with 60 WHr capacity.

Releasing a 1st-generation Ultrabook while the excitement builds to 2nd-gen Ultrabooks based on Ivy Bridge may, at first, seem a stupid move but when it’s a unique product like the new LuvBook X from Mouse Computers in Japan, it may not make much difference. The LuvBook X is going to be the second 11.6” Ultrabook on the market, the first with a carbon-fiber body and the first to break 1KG. It's battery is supposed to run up to 5.5 hours.

The X1 Carbon is the second Ultrabook that we’ve seen that is built on a carbon fiber chassis. Screen resolution is 1600×900 and is said to be wide-angle, but not IPS. The screen itself is matt which is great for outdoor usage. The ThinkPad Precision Keyboard looks very much the same as the one we’re testing in the U300S right now but it has the touchpoint button, a fingerprint reader and the Thinkpad style mouse buttons. It will be backlit too. RapidCharge and 3G/4G options will be available. Pricing has not been made public but this is clearly going to be a device that extends will into the $2K range. As far as we can tell, Lenovo did not announce any Ivy Bridge update for the existing X1. Availability: Summer 2012

Looking absolutely fantastic, the U772 is the first Ivy Bridge Ultrabook from Fujitsu. Various CPU, storage and RAM options will be available. In terms of ports, there's a good selection including SDXC card reader, 2xUSB3.0 and an ethernet port (via adaptor cable.) At 15.9 mm thick, it's one of the thinnest Ultrabooks of 2012.

The HP ENVY Spectre XT is a 2nd-gen Ultrabook running on Intel's latest Ivy-Bridge processors. THe screen is a disappointing 1366×768 and the weight is average at 1.4KG. Beats Audio, a backlit keyboard and a selection of three Ivy Bridge processors and two SSD configurations give this Ultrabook business appeal.

The HP Envy 4t is available in Intel and AMD configurations and known as a 'sleekbook,' not an Ultrabook. There are discreet graphics GPU options and the CPU range includes both 2nd-gen and 3rd-gen CPU options. No SSD available at present [June 3rd 2012]

The Sony VAIO T13 (SVT1311W1E) was one of the first Ivy Bridge based Ultrabooks with the new Intel HD 4000 integrated Graphics chip. It comes like its sister models with 4GB RAM, Wi-Fi b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0 + HS and a 13.3" display with a resolution of 1366×768. Unlike its sister models it doesn't come with a hybrid HDD/SSD but a true 128GB SSD.

‘Shocking thinness and price” says the advertising for the new Lesance NB S3431 Ultrabook. While 19mm might not be a shock to anyone that reads Ultrabooknews, the price of $725 (59980 Yen) is pretty impressive.

The new Samsung Series 5 Ultra 530U3C-A02 is currently being offered with the Core i7, 8GB RAM and 500GB hybrid hard drive (we hope with the same ExpressCache setup as the current Series 5 it works well) for 999€ which is about the same as the launch prices for entry level models of 1st-Gen Ultrabooks. There's an NP530U3C-A05 listed for 799€ and this is currently showing with a Core i5 Sandy Bridge processor. We suspect this will turn out to be the entry-level version of the new Samsung Series 5 Ultrabook with Ivy Bridge. As a starting price, it's not too bad.

The Wortmann Terra Mobile Ultrabook 1450 is a affordable Ultrabook with an Intel Core i3, 4GB of RAM and an 128GB SSD. It's a good entry to the world of Ultrabooks giving you the advantages of having a light and powerful device at a decent pricepoint.

The Sony VAIO T13 is a budget Ultrabook at a price point of 799� starting to sell Mid June 2012. It is based on the Sandy Bridge Platform which is unsurprisingly at that price point. The Sony VAIO T13 has some nice features like a 320GB Hybrid HDD with 32GB SSD for system responsiveness, Gigabit ethernet and Bluetooth 4.0 + HS.

The Sony T11 is a budget Ultrabook at a price point of 699€ starting to sell at the end of May 2012. It is based on the Sandy Bridge Platform which is unsurprisingly at that price point. The Sony T11 has some nice features like a 500GB Hybrid HDD, Gigabit ethernet and Bluetooth 4.0 + HS.

The Origin PC EON 11-S is an ultra portable gaming laptop. It starts at a price point of around 999$ and one can choose from a range of different CPU, RAM and storage components. Its 6-cell battery should last up to 6.5hrs.

The Novatech nFinity 2367 is a affordable Ultrabook with an Intel Core i3, 2GB of RAM and a 64GB SSD. The Novatech nFinity could serve as a Entry to the World of Ultrabooks giving you the advantages of having a light and powerful device at a decent pricepoint.

The Acer M3, launched in March 2012 brings big-screen to the Ultrabook segment. It also brings discreet graphics in the GT640M module which will open up some gaming, CAD and video possibilities. At 2.3KG it's a vey heavy Ultrabook though and the screen resolution of 1366×768 will really dissapoint some. A large battery capacity should offset the extra battery drain from the large screen and GPU. Entry level pricing is competitive.

Two models in the U2442 range offer 1600×900 screens and GT640M CPUs which make them competitors to the UX32VD. A base, S Model, offers 1366×768 with Core i5 and the GT640M graphics CPU which at a RRP of $999 offers some interesting possibilities. One specifications we're not too happy with is the 44Wh battery, relatively low-end for a 1.6KG 14" Ultrabook.

Samsung's Series 9 15" model comes with a 1600×900 screen a backlit keyboard and an Intel Ivy Bridge (3rd Gen) Core Processor. Windows 8 models available from end of October 2012 and there's a lower-cost 4GB version. This is a very high quality ultralight with excellent screen and keyboard.

The Toshiba Portege R835-P81 is a mid-range Notebook with an magnesium alloy casing. Together with its spill-resistant keyboard it seems to be a rugged Notebook. Its 6 cell battery will power it up to 9hrs and with its DVD drive/burner it will find its customers. Intels Wireless Display technology also enables great connectivity for the future.

The ASUS B23E focusses on business users and offers more mid-range specifications for a normal laptop. It does however feature a Smartcard slot and an Expresscard slot. Its case is made out of an magnesium alloy to withstand most situations.

Sonys VAIO Z Series brings in a new blazing fast Ultrabook with an external GPU combined with an BD Drive. It brings the most advanced technology out there in one device at a heavy price point of $2749.99 at its maxed out configuration. The Base configuration will cost something around 2000$

The new Toshiba Satellite U840 Ultrabook comes with an Intel Core i5-2467M, 8GB of RAM and an 14" Screen at 1366×768 Resolution. It fits quite well in the Ultrabook range offering a 6 Cell Battery at a maximum of 19.9mm thickness. It comes with a Hybrid disk drive combining 320GB of an HDD with 16GB of a SSD for faster booting times. Battery Life should be up to 8 hours says Toshiba.

The mid-2011 MacBook Air now offers a huge boost in processing and video decoding and encoding power over previous models along with a Thunderbolt port for extremely high speed data transfer. This 13.3" model also comes with a larger battery and an SD card slot. Apple rates the battery for 7 hours of web use, 2 hours longer than the 11.6" version.

The Samsung Series 5 14 pushes the boundaries of the Ultrabook definition but has a unique position in the market as being the only Ultrabook with a DVD drive. Like the Series 5 it's a well-rounded device with good keyboard, ports and specifications. Weight is high although relatively light for a 14" notebook. [Jan 18 2012]

Targeted at the lower-cost Ultrabook segment the Lenovo Ideapad U410 offers the latest Intel 'Ivy Bridge' but also adds the Nvidia GeForce 610M for additional graphics capability. A relatively low-resolution screen my put some off but the pricing looks very competitive. Lenovo's quality could also win some customers for the U410 Ultrabook.

The Lenovo U310 is breaking Ultrabook price barriers with its entry level model and although it's based on a 2011 CPU, is still worth looking at for home and student use. This is an Ultrabook that could be interesting for netbook users looking to upgrade too. Higher-end models are still price competitive and offer the latest Core i5 'Ivy Bridge' platforms with the HD4000, gaming-capable built-in graphics unit.

Available as an updated Ivy Bridge build now the XPS 13 is a quality bit of kit. Unfortunately it only has a 720P HD screen rather than 1600×900 or FullHD so that might put some people off. We'd love to see an update of this with a 1600×900 touchscreen.

The Lenovo Ideapad Yoga is a convertible touchscreen Ultrabook. The design allows the screen to be tilted all the way onto the back of the device. At 1.5KG it won't be a lightweight tablet but it can be used in 'easel' mode and of course, has all the touch capabilities available when used as a normal laptop. A 1600×900 IPS screen adds to the high-end specs. An 11" version is available (Yoga 11S from March 2013) with Core CPU. A Windows RT 11" version is also available.

The HP Envy 14 Spectre is a fully specified Ultrabook with some relatively unique features like Beats audio and and 1600×900 resolution behind a Gorilla Glass screen but it comes in at a high price and weight. Performance and battery life is unlikely to be significantly better than other Core i5-based Ultrabooks.

The S5 is an advanced Ultrabook design from Acer that forms their high-end offering for Q2 and Q3 2012. The Acer S3 continuess to be the 'value' Ultrabook. Full SSD, a Thunderbolt port, very thin design and hidden 'magic flip' port bay are key features.

The Samsung Series 5 13" could be a good value Ultrabook although entry level versions will come with a Hybrid hard drive rather than an all-SSD build and it's relatively heavy at nearly 1.5KG. The keyboard is good, port selection is good and you've got an Intel Centrino WiFi card capable of Wi-Di so at the current €799 pricing in Europe we think it's a better choice than the Acer S3. US pricing is looking a a little higher at $999 [Jan 18 2012]

Offering a good range of ports in a great design the LG Z330 looks like it could be one of the top Ultrabooks of early 2012 although we're not too happy to see a near-useless micro-SD port. The slim bezel design adds to the style and at 1.21KG it's not too heavy. The Shuriken display should support 'panel self refresh' which could bring significant in-use power-savings.

A very well rounded Ultrabook alternative. This hard-disk based laptop is available with Core i3 and Core i5 (mobile, not ultra-low voltage CPUs) and offers very similar battery life and performance figures to a standard ultrabook. The boot and program start times are slower than an Ultrabook though. Not available in all regions and pricing varies. In some areas the Core i3 version can be a real bargain.

Unlike some other ultrabooks, the HP Folio offers a reasonable set of ports. You'll get full-sized HDMI for audio/video output, a gigabit ethernet port, one USB 2.0 port, and one USB 3.0 port (backwards compatible to 2.0). Additionally there is a combo 3.5mm line-in/line-out port for headphones or a microphone, and there's a multi-card reader. The backlit keyboard is also a plus. As with other HP notebooks, the Folio has Altec Lansing speakers which are 'Dolby Advanced Audio' certified, but don't expect them to replace your stereo system. The ability to expand the RAM up to 8GB will be good for some users; many other ultrabooks have cases sealed with non-standard screws and aren't intended for aftermarket modification.

The EX700 includes a little bit of everything. Good processing power, a USB2.0 port, digitiser, Wi-Di capability, digitiser (for pen) and capacatice layer (for finger) a docking port and keyboard, fast SSD disk and all in a lightweight shell but it's missing things that laptops offer like full-size SD card slots, a USB 3.0 bus and a VGA port. As a mobile PC or a hot-desking PC, the XE700 looks like it can take on a lot of working scenarios though and with Windows 8 it's going to look even better. An impressive full-range tablet PC.

The thin bezel on the LG P220 is going to attract a lot of people. 12.5" screen in a 11.6" frame is usable and stylish. At 21mm deep this sits just outside the target thickness for an Ultrabook. The LG Xnote P220 launches firs in Korea with 2 variants. The 320GB HDD version and a 128 SSD version. It is unknown if the 320HDD comes with SSD cache to speed up boot time. If not, this isn't an Ultrabook. Certainly none of the marketing materials so far have mentioned the 'Ultrabook.'

The UX31 (and smaller UX21) were the first true Ultrabooks to become available and ASUS have included a good set of specifications that include USB3, a high brightness 1600×900 screen and 128GB of fast SSD. We've reviewed the UX31 (and UX21) and it's an amazing bit of kit but you'll need to watch out for the keyboard which didn't work-out for us. Our review link is above.

The Acer S3 was always the honest, budget option in the market. Now updated with Windows 8 (from Oct 26th 2012) it still offers good value for money. CPU starts with Core i3 Sandy Bridge, the older generation, and other specs remain unchanged. [Oct 2012]

The Toshiba Satellite/Portege Z830/Z835 was one of the best early Ultrabooks. A leading 1.1KG weight, aluminium casing and a great range of ports and features. The features match its business-like looks. Watch out for: Noisy fan in quiet environments, slightly 'squishy' keyboard. Z835 is the US-only Core i3 model. 2020 and I've still got a version of this. It upgraded to Windows 10 and the fingerprint reader works natively under Windows 10. (Disable it via Safe Mode after you have upgraded otherwise Windows 10 login seems to get into a loop.) The battery is dead after 9 years (about 1 minute of capacity!) and the fan noise is terrible, but in a basic build it makes a very fast browser. The SSD is fast enough and I've upgraded to 6GB RAM which works OK. In terms of build quality, wow! Amazing. This was built to last.

Starts with the Core i5 with Anti-Theft, Wi-Di capability, Rapid-Charge, aluminium chassis and glass touchpad so this is going to be a premium Ultrabook. Initial pricing backs that up. If Lenovo have come through with their best build quality and keyboard technology though, this could be worth it. USB3.0 included.

Although the 900X1A base version doesn't include the 'Turbo Boost' feature of the Core i5 versions, the platform performs well. Largely due to the fast SSD. For those comparing to the Asus UX21, you'll be interested in the backlit keyboard, matt screen, micro SD slot and competetive price. The base versions of the Core i5 and Core i3 versions only come with 2GB RAM and 64GB SSD but 4GB versions are available. [Dec 1 2011]

First out of the block with the lightest and smallest of all the Ultrabooks is the UX21. A 45Wh battery may not bring worry-free battery life but USB3.0 and a generous 128GB SSD is included. Glossy screen may put some off but the styling and build quality seems excellent.

The entry-level MacBook Air now offers a huge boost in processing and video decoding and encoding power over previous models along with a Thunderbolt port for extremely high speed data transfer. At 1080gm it's one of the lightest Core i5/i7 systems too. There's a 13" version also available which comes with SD card slot.