ASUS ZENBOOK 3 £1,149 asus.com

With its head-turning gold detailing, the ZenBook 3’s design is its standout feature. Then, when you pick it up, you realise how much work has gone into keeping its weight down: it’s the lightest laptop on test, at just under 1kg. Like the HP Envy 13, the ZenBook 3 has a hinge that angles the keyboard to make typing easier and increase airflow underneath. It sounds good, thanks to audio features from hi-fi company Harman Kardon, and an ultra-slim bezel ensures the full HD display shines. Battery life is up to nine hours.