If you’re shopping for a compact laptop that doesn’t compromise on performance, this is a great year for it—so in this video I rounded up five of the best small laptops of 2026. I’m focusing on the stuff that actually matters when you’re carrying a laptop every day: portability, real performance for multitasking, screen quality for work and entertainment, and battery life that won’t leave you hunting for an outlet. I kick things off with the LG gram 14-inch, one of the most reliable ultra-light options, coming in under 2.5 lb with a vibrant 14-inch display and up to 18 hours of battery life. Then I cover the Apple MacBook Air (2025) with the M4 chip—ultra-thin, super fast, and rated up to 20 hours, plus that 13.6-inch Retina display that looks amazing for creatives and binge-watching. For business users, I talk about the ThinkPad X1 Gen 13 with its durability-focused design and thin-bezel 14-inch screen. I also include the Dell 14 Plus for a balanced mix of QHD+ visuals and Thunderbolt 4 connectivity, and the Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 for anyone who wants a premium 4K convertible with a stylus and 360° versatility.