Top 5 Best 13-inch Hybrid 2-in-1 Laptops with QHD+ Display

With big screen televisions and now smartphones going Ultra High Definition (UHD) and 4K, display technology has come a long way. Naturally, some of that technological advancement is finding its way into the laptops and desktops. Apple introduced the Retina Display for their range of MacBook Pro 13 and 15 at 2560 x 1600 pixel resolution and 2880 x 1800 pixel resolution respectively but what about the rest.

Here are the display resolutions and how they compare with a typical laptop with QHD+ display featured in this article.

MacBook Pro 13 with Retina Display

• 13.3-inch (diagonal) LED-backlit display with IPS technology; 2560 x 1600 resolution at 227 pixels per inch

MacBook Pro 15 with Retina Display

• 15.4-inch (diagonal) LED-backlit display with IPS technology; 2880 x 1800 resolution at 220 pixels per inch

Hybrid 2-in-1 Laptop with QHD+ Display

• 13.3-inch (diagonal) LED-backlit touch display at 3200 x 1800 at 276 pixels per inch with 10-finger multi-touch support

QHD+ displays are up to 25% more pixels per inch compared to Retina displays. Together with powerful processors, generous amount of memory and super fast solid state storage, there is nothing these laptops can not do. Built to handle all tasks including resource and processor intensive applications such as video and music editing, graphic design and more, these laptops offers comparable performance to that of a high end desktop or workstation.

Top 5 Best 13-inch Hybrid 2-in-1 Laptops with QHD+ Display

These are powerful 2-in-1 laptops with sixth generation Intel Core i5, Core i7 and Intel Core M at the heart with at least 8GB of RAM and 256GB of super fast Solid State Drive storage. The displays measures 13.3-inch and is packed with 3200 x 1800 pixels, Quad HD+ resolution enough to make everything super crisp and sharp. Even with all that power, these laptops manage to stay ultra light and ultra slim while not sacrificing on the battery life with enough hours to get you through the typical work day.

Here is a quick look at our list of hybrids:

• Lenovo Yoga 900-13ISK 2 in 1 Laptop – GOOD BATTERY LIFE
• ASUS ZenBook UX303UB-UH74T Laptop – BIGGEST MEMORY
• HP ENVY Notebook 13-d099nr Laptop
• Lenovo Yoga 3 Pro-1370 2 in 1 Laptop – SLIMMEST, LIGHTEST
• Dell XPS 13 9343 Core i5 or i7 256GB Laptop – INFINITY SCREEN, SMALL FOOTPRINT, BEST BATTERY LIFE

BONUS: Surface Book – BIGGER SCREEN, FRONT AND REAR CAMERAS, BEST BATTERY LIFE

Let’s take a closer look at each of these.

Lenovo Yoga 900-13ISK 2 in 1 Laptop

Powered by sixth-generation Intel Core i7 processor, 8GB of memory, 256GB SSD, and still weighs just 2.8 pounds (1.30 kg) while being a half-inch (15.49 mm) thin, giving it excellent portability. And with its 360-degree watchband hinge, the Yoga 900’s brilliant QHD+ display flips wherever you want for versatile use as a laptop, tablet, tent, or stand.

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• 13.3-inch QHD+ LED touchscreen (3200 x 1800), 10-finger multi-touch support – TOUCH
• Intel Core i7-6500U 2.50 GHz with Turbo Boost Technology up to 3.10 GHz – POWERFUL CPU
• 8GB memory/256GB SSD
• Up to 9 hours battery life – GOOD BATTERY LIFE
• 11.80 x 8.20 x 0.61 in (299.72 x 208.28 x 15.49 mm), 2.80 lbs (1.30 kg) – LIGHT

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ASUS ZenBook UX303UB-UH74T Laptop – BIGGEST MEMORY

The all-aluminum body, and is powered for productivity with a sixth-generation Intel Core i7 processor, 12GB of memory, and 512GB solid state drive.  Plus, it’s impressively slim and light at just 0.7 inches thin and 3.4 pounds for excellent portability.

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• 13.3-inch QHD+ LED touchscreen (3200 x 1800), 10-finger multi-touch support – TOUCH
• Intel Core i7-6500U 2.50 GHz with Turbo Boost Technology up to 3.10 GHz – POWERFUL CPU
• 12GB memory/512GB SSD – MORE MEMORY, BIGGER STORAGE
• Up to 7 hours battery life
• 12.70 x 8.80 x 0.75 in (322.58 x 223.52 x 19.20 mm), 3.40 lbs (1.54 kg)

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HP ENVY Notebook 13-d099nr Laptop

Slim and lightweight, the stylish HP ENVY Notebook 13 delivers heavy-duty computing power with a sixth-generation Intel Core i7 processor, 8GB of memory, and 256GB SSD in an all metal body. Its 13.3-inch QHD+ with IPS technology delivers sharp and lifelike views, and with Windows 10, you get easy ways to snap apps in place, create new desktops, and work and play across all your devices. Finally, the PC speakers are supplied by the audio pioneers Bang & Olufsen to deliver immersive surround sound with heightened clarity and deep bass. The only disadvantage compared to the others in this list is that it does not have a touch screen.

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• 13.3-inch QHD+ display IPS BrightView WLED-backlit (3200 x 1800)
• Intel Core i7-6500U 2.50 GHz with Turbo Boost Technology up to 3.10 GHz – POWERFUL CPU
• 8GB memory/256GB SSD
• 12.59 x 8.46 x 0.80 in (319.78 x 214.88 x 20.32 mm), 2.72 lbs (1.23 kg) – LIGHT

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ALSO: HP ENVY Notebook 13-d010nr Laptop

• 13.3-inch QHD+ display IPS BrightView WLED-backlit (3200 x 1800)
• Intel Core i5-6200U 2.30 GHz with Turbo Boost Technology up to 2.80 GHz
• 8GB memory/128GB SSD
• 12.59 x 8.46 x 0.80 in (319.78 x 214.88 x 20.32 mm), 2.72 lbs (1.23 kg) – LIGHT

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Lenovo Yoga 3 Pro-1370 2 in 1 Laptop – SLIMMEST, LIGHTEST

Yoga 3 Pro is the thinnest and lightest 2 in 1 laptop on the market right now. Thinner than a pencil at just 12.7 millimetres and weighing just 1.18 kilograms with up to 7.2 hours of battery life it is the the ultimate in ultra-portable. It is also the most flexible and sturdy laptop with watch strap inspired hinge meticulously hand-crafted from 813 individual pieces of aluminium and steel.

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• 13.3 inches QHD+ (3200 x 1800) resolution, 10-finger multi-touch support – TOUCH
• Intel Core M-5Y71 1.2 GHz with Turbo Boost Technology up to 2.96 GHz – COOLER CPU
• 8GB memory/512GB SSD – BIGGER STORAGE
• Up to 7.2 hours battery life
• 330.2 x 228.6 x 12.7 mm, 1.18kg – THINNEST & LIGHTEST

Dell XPS 13 9343 Core i5 or i7 256GB Laptop – INFINITY SCREEN, SMALL FOOTPRINT, BEST BATTERY LIFE

The stunning Quad HD+ display is made better with what Dell claims to be the world’s first infinity display, a virtually borderless 13-inch screen placed into the body of an 11-inch laptop. Compared to the Apple MacBook Air 13, the XPS 13 is 23% smaller with the same size screen. And with Windows 10, you get easy ways to snap apps in place, create new desktops, and work and play across all your devices.

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It does not stop there, with premium craftsmanship and design the all-aluminum body is not only made to look good but strong, durable, and stylish, while its carbon-fiber base is tough and thin like aluminum but cooler to the touch. And with a Corning Gorilla Glass NBT display, you get enhanced scratch resistance, reduced scratch visibility.

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The laptop is powered by fifth generation Core i5. Also available based on faster fifth generation Intel Core i7 and option of a standard non-touch screen.

• 13.3-inch UltraSharp QHD+ IPS (3200 x 1800) infinity touch display with Corning Gorilla Glass NBT, 10-finger multi-touch support – INFINITY DISPLAY, TOUCH
• Intel Core i5-5200U 2.20 GHz with Intel Turbo Boost Technology up to 2.70 GHz or Intel Core i7-5500U 2.40 GHz with Intel Turbo Boost Technology up to 3.00 GHz
• 8GB memory/256GB SSD
• Up to 11 hours battery life – BEST BATTERY LIFE
• 11.98 x 7.88 x 0.33-0.60 in (304.29 x 200.15 x 8.38-15.24 mm), 2.80 lbs (1.27 kg) –LIGHTER, SMALLEST FOOTPRINT

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BONUS: Surface Book – BIGGER SCREEN, FRONT AND REAR CAMERAS, BEST BATTERY LIFE

While the screen is slightly bigger at 13.5-inch and the resolution follows a different aspect ratio 3:2 at 3000 x 2000 instead of 3200 x 1800, it still packs 267PPI into the touch display. Microsoft calls it the Ultimate laptop, the first 2-in-1 Laptop from the tech giant is bound to be a hit as it comes with a great choice of processors, memory and storage options and battery life up to 12 hours. The only put off is its price tag. Being a premium device, the price tag can be astronomical if you choose the top end configuration based on the sixth generation Intel Core i7 processor with 16GB of RAM memory and 1TB of Solid State Drive storage. There is also the matter of the keyboard base, with the option of getting one with integrated Graphics Processor from NVIDIA, the GeForce graphics (GPU) for full hardware accelerated graphics when docked. For the privilege you will need to fork out four hundred dollars more.

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Surface Book Specifications

• 13.5-inch PixelSense display 3000 x 2000 pixel resolution (267 PPI) Aspect ratio: 3:2, 10 point multi-touch – BIGGER SCREEN
• 6th Gen Intel Core i5 or Core i7
• 8GB or 16GB RAM memory with 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, or 1TB SSD Storage – MORE STORAGE OPTIONS
• 5.0MP front HD Camera, 8.0MP rear autofocus camera with 1080p HD video recording
• Up to 12 hours of video playback – BEST BATTERY LIFE
• Laptop: 9.14 x 12.30 x 0.51- 0.90 in ( 232.1 x 312.3 x 13 -22.8 mm) Clipboard: 8.67 x 12.30 x 0.30 in (220.2 x 312.3 x 7.7 mm), 3.48 pounds (1576 grams)
• Keyboard Dock to complete the laptop

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