During 2022 there are many laptops released and some of them are laptops with unique designs such as laptops with folding screens, or convertible gaming laptops.
But there are also old series laptops that have been re-released with more recent specifications. What are the interesting laptops released during 2022?
Dynabook Portege X30W-J
Dynabook Portege X30W-J is a premium laptop that weighs less than 1kg, and is claimed to be the lightest 13 inch laptop in the world. Oh yes, the Dynabook Portege X30-J is a convertible laptop whose screen can be rotated up to 360 degrees, so it can function like a tablet.
Regarding specs, the screen uses an IGZO FHD panel, with an Intel Core i5 to Core i7 processor, both with Vpro and without vPro. The choice of RAM is between 8GB-32GB, and SSD from 256GB to 1TB.
Dynabook Satellite type C-40
If Portege is a convertible series, then Dynabook Satellite C40 is the mainstream version of the laptop, alias the design is like a laptop in general. The specifications range from the Intel Core i5-1135G7 processor to the Core i7-1135G7.
This laptop screen is 14 inches with FHD resolution, and RAM and SSD options up to 16GB and 512GB.
Dynabook Tecra A40-J
Compared to Portege, Tecra is the economical version but still has qualified specifications. For example, Intel Core i5-1135G7 to Core i7-1185G7 processor options as well as RAM and SSD options up to 16GB and 1TB.
The screen is 14 inches with a choice of HD or FHD screen. Specifically for the FHD version, there is an IPS or TN panel option, there is also a variant with a touch screen.
Asus Zenbook 17 Fold OLED
The first Zenbook 17 Fold OLED was introduced at CES 2022 in early 2022 and is now being brought to market. The screen is 17 inches when fully open and 12.5 inches when it functions like a laptop with a wireless keyboard attached.
When fully open, this laptop screen has a resolution of 2.5K (2,560 x 1,920 pixels) and changes to 1,920 x 1,080 pixels when half open. Of course for this kind of product, the price is also premium.
MacBook Air M2
After the success of the MacBook Air M1, Apple continues with the MacBook Air M2. What's new? A lot. The design changes following Apple's latest design style, which is various flat surfaces and edges.
In terms of specs, it is certainly different, the main star being the Apple M2, which is faster and also more efficient. Behind all the improvements, of course there are negative aspects. That is, the price is USD 200 more expensive than its predecessor.
Acer Swift 3 OLED
Acer Swift 3 OLED uses a high-resolution 2.8K OLED screen, very suitable for employees who need the best visual screen support for work productivity and also support learning activities.
The laptop uses a 14 inch screen but with a relatively thin body and light weight, around 1.3kg. The price? Rp 13.5 million for the Core i5-12599H variant and Rp 16.5 million for the Core i7-12700H variant.
Asus ROG Flow Z13
Asus ROG Flow Z13 is actually a tablet, or convertible laptop with a keyboard that can be removed or functioned as a cover like the Microsoft Surface. Interestingly, despite being small, this is a capable device for playing games.
The discrete graphics card is RTX 3050/Ti, but of course it is also compatible with XG Mobile as an external graphics card to boost gaming performance. The spec is god, the design is interesting, then what about the price?