A notebook 2 em 1 gives you the best of both worlds: laptop and tablet in one device. With a dedicated keyboard, touchscreen and the latest PC processors, you can use it for work, play or everything in between. Whether you want to run demanding apps, edit photos/videos or just play the latest games, you’ll need to opt for a machine that packs in plenty of RAM and newer CPUs. For example, the Asus ProArt PX13 is a proper powerhouse for creative pros who need all the performance they can get to churn out 4K video edits and advanced animation projects.

The beauty of a modern 2-in-1 is that it can easily switch between different modes to suit the task at hand. For example, you can rotate the screen to share a presentation with colleagues in a conference room (stand or display mode) or prop it up on its leading edges (tent or A-frame mode) to watch a movie at home. Similarly, you can fold the keyboard back against the screen to type or draw on the tablet portion using a stylus.

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You can also choose from a range of different operating systems, with Windows and ChromeOS both offering 2-in-1s. However, you should note that most 2-in-1s are designed as laptops first and tablets second. Consequently, they tend to be lighter than regular laptops and typically run on lower-power CPUs and RAM to keep them as slim and lightweight as possible.