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Best 5 Intel Laptops

By / Tech / July 20, 2025

Here are the five best Intel-powered laptops available at Micro Center in 2025, featuring Intel CPUs, designed for a variety of use cases.

An image showing two Intel laptops
An image showing two Intel laptops (Image via Micro Center)

Intel’s Core processors in laptops aren’t technically the fastest in the world. But using TSMC’s 3nm node indeed changed their efficiency. Additionally, Intel also incorporates NPUs within its laptops, similar to AMD. As for efficiency, that has changed significantly with Arrow Lake. Intel has moved away from Hyper-Threading, resulting in a significant increase in efficiency, which translates into improved battery life.  Below are the best Intel laptops that offer excellent value for money and are a great choice for productivity, content creation, professional work, and gaming.

Note: This article portrays an all-rounder aspect; for example, a laptop that can game, encode, code, has a good display, decent battery backup, and is also portable.

1. ASUS Zenbook DUO

An image showing the Zenbook laptop
An image showing the Zenbook laptop (Image via Micro Center)

If you’re looking for a laptop for writing-oriented work, as well as photo and video editing on the go, then this iteration of the ZenBook Duo is a perfect choice. You’re getting dual screens, too, at 120Hz, meaning you get the option to play competitive games as well. As for RAM, 32GB is more than enough for now, and as for CPU power, the 285H is extremely capable.

The Intel Arc 140V GPU in this laptop can also play titles such as Valorant, CS:2, Dota 2, and other competitive games with ease. Of course, the settings need to be dialed down drastically, and the render resolution should be around 1080p level.

Specifications:

  • CPU: Intel Core Ultra 9 285H (2.7GHz, up to 4.3GHz boost)
  • RAM: 32GB LPDDR5x-7467 (onboard, not upgradeable)
  • Storage: 1TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe M.2 SSD
  • Display: Dual 14″ 3K OLED touchscreens (2880×1800), 120Hz
  • GPU: Intel Arc Graphics
  • Weight: 1.65 kg
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, USB-C, HDMI
  • Price: $1,799.99
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2. HP OmniBook 7 AI

An image showing the Omnibook
An image showing the Omnibook (Image via Micro Center)

Suppose you are looking for a laptop with excellent battery backup and is suitable for professional work, while also having capable graphics. In that case, this iteration of the Omnibook is perfect for you. You’re getting 32GB of RAM, an OLED touchscreen, and an RTX 4050 6GB GPU to play heavy games, albeit at lowered settings.

Specifications:

  • CPU: Intel Core Ultra 7 255H (1.5GHz, up to 4.8GHz boost)
  • RAM: 32GB DDR5-5600 (likely dual-channel)
  • Storage: 1TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe M.2 SSD
  • Display: 16″ 2K OLED touchscreen (2560×1600)
  • GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 6GB GDDR6
  • Weight: 1.95 kg
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, USB-C, USB-A
  • Price: $1,399.99
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3. LG Gram Pro 17

An image showing the LG Gram (Image via Micro Center)
An image showing the LG Gram (Image via Micro Center)

For laptop power users, the LG Gram Pro is a compelling option. Many consider the gram series the pinnacle of ultraportable performance, as it features a 17-inch display, is portable, and offers incredible performance. The laptop features an IPS display and comes with 2TB of storage, which is more than enough for work, casual gaming, and even moderate video editing.

Specifications:

  • CPU: Intel Core Ultra 7 255H (1.5GHz, up to 4.8GHz boost)
  • RAM: 32GB LPDDR5X-8400 (onboard)
  • Storage: 2TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD
  • Display: 17″ WQXGA IPS anti-glare (2560×1600)
  • GPU: Intel Arc Graphics
  • Weight: 1.37 kg
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, USB 4.0, Thunderbolt 4
  • Price: $2,199.99
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4. Dell Pro 16 Plus

An image showing the Dell laptop
An image showing the Dell laptop (Image via Micro Center)

If you’re a business professional or corporate user seeking a reliable laptop for yourself or your team, the Dell Pro 16 Plus is an excellent choice.

Specifications:

  • CPU: Intel Core Ultra 7 265U (1.7GHz, up to 4.8GHz boost)
  • RAM: 16GB DDR5-5600
  • Storage: 512GB PCIe SSD
  • Display: 16″ Full HD+ IPS anti-glare (1920×1200)
  • GPU: Intel Arc Graphics
  • Weight: 1.84 kg
  • OS: Windows 11 Pro (business-focused)
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3
  • Price: $1,449.99
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5. Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i 15.3

An image showing the Lenovo laptop (Image via Micro Center)
An image showing the Lenovo laptop (Image via Micro Center)

If you are tight on budget and still require a modern Intel processor, then the Ideapad Slim 3i is the way to go. For starters, this iteration utilizes the Raptor Lake Core i5 210H series, which should not be confused with the Core Ultra series. That said, it’s an excellent laptop for day-to-day tasks and occasional casual gaming.

Specifications:

  • CPU: Intel Core 5 210H (1.6GHz, up to 4.4GHz boost)
  • RAM: 16GB DDR5-4800
  • Storage: 512GB PCIe SSD
  • Display: 15.3″ WUXGA IPS (1920×1200), 16:10 aspect ratio
  • GPU: Intel Graphics (integrated)
  • Weight: 1.63 kg
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2, SD card reader
  • Price: $629.99
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Verdict

All of the Intel laptops mentioned here are great contenders. For starters, you’ll get good battery life with either option, along with excellent build quality, and all of them are best suited for a wide range of use cases. However, to be more specific, the ZenBook Duo is best suited for video editing. The Omnibook 7 AI is well-suited for being an all-rounder, and the LG gram is unmatched in terms of portability. The Dell Pro 16 Plus is designed for business use cases, while the Lenovo is suitable for budget buyers. Select accordingly based on your budget. 

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