The 10 Most Reliable Laptop Brands Ranked From Worst To Best
Key Points:
- Reliability is the top priority for laptop buyers, with 56% of Consumer Reports survey respondents ranking it above performance and affordability; it is defined as a laptop's likelihood to function well after three years.
- Apple ranks highest in laptop reliability, praised for its MacBook Pro M4 Pro's longevity and build quality, while Dell and HP rank near the bottom due to issues with their more affordable lines despite some reliable high-end models.
- Taiwanese brands Acer, Asus, and MSI show mixed reliability perceptions, with some high-performing models but concerns over build quality and hinge problems, whereas Lenovo ranks solidly in the top half, especially for its durable ThinkPad and Yoga lines.
- South Korean brands LG and Samsung have polarized reliability scores; LG's Gram