Ranking: Best 17-inch work laptops reviewed by Notebookcheck

The Schenker XMG Apex 17 (Late 2023) currently tops our list. While primarily a gaming laptop, it excels with an optional GeForce RTX 4050 or RTX 4060. Buyers can choose between a QHD display with a 240 Hz refresh rate or an FHD panel at 144 Hz, both covering 100% of the sRGB color space.
Its system performance is outstanding, thanks to the eight-core AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS. The RAM and SSD storage (two slots each) are upgradeable, and the cooling keeps noise levels reasonable during work.

At 2.5 kg and 25 mm thick, the Apex 17 delivers raw power and serves well as a mobile workstation with RTX graphics. However, compromises include a modest 5-hour battery life, a mediocre keyboard, lower chassis rigidity, and the absence of Thunderbolt 4 and Power Delivery.

The price was typically around 1,070 euros, but the Apex 17 is temporarily sold out.

Weighing just 1.35 kg, the LG Gram 17 (2024) secures second place in our top list. This 17-inch notebook features a matte 16:10 QHD display with 97% DCI-P3 coverage and a brightness of 387 cd/m². Despite its large dimensions (380 x 262 mm), the incredibly low weight feels almost surreal. Instead of plastic, LG uses a lightweight magnesium construction.

Powered by a Meteor Lake processor, the Gram 17 delivers solid multi-core performance despite limited cooling. With a battery life exceeding 15 hours, it is an excellent mobile companion.

The keyboard remains impressive, and noise emissions have improved compared to its predecessor.

However, there are some drawbacks, including poor maintenance options and suboptimal chassis rigidity due to its ultra-lightweight design.
The Intel Core Ultra 7 155H variant with 16 GB RAM and a 1 TB SSD is currently 1,579 euros.

With a GeForce GeForce RTX 4060 and an Intel Core i7-13700H, the Tulpar T7 V20.6 delivers outstanding performance for an office-class laptop. Despite its 30 mm thickness, it remains quiet and cool under low loads, features a comfortable keyboard with long key travel, and includes a 350 cd/m² bright Full HD IPS display with high contrast, full sRGB coverage, short pixel response times, and a 144 Hz refresh rate.
It also offers HDMI 2.1 (4K @ 60Hz) and an SD card reader, though the latter is slow and lacks Thunderbolt. The 1 TB SSD and 16 GB RAM are easily expandable, and the manufacturer provides free annual maintenance for the device.

The Tulpar T7 V20.6 is an understated gaming laptop that blends seamlessly into an office environment while offering strong performance. However, its battery life and touchpad could be better.

As of this writing, the T7 V20.6 is available on Amazon Germany for 1,029 euros.

Our test model of the Asus TUF Gaming A17 features a powerful Ryzen 9 7940HS and an RTX 4070, though a more affordable version with a Ryzen 7 7735HS and an RTX 4050 should be sufficient for most users. The case, reinforced with a metal plate in the lid, is sturdy, and USB4 support is included. It also offers a 144 Hz refresh rate and a long 9-hour battery life.

The Asus TUF Gaming A17 provides excellent maintenance options and strong performance, but its drawbacks include low display brightness and some minor build quality issues.

The touchpad is large with good feedback, but color space coverage and accuracy are mediocre, and the response times of the matte Full HD display are slow. The Realtek WLAN chip is relatively slow, and there is no card reader. While case temperatures remain low, the fans can get quite loud under full load.
For those who can overlook these downsides, the Asus TUF Gaming A17 with an AMD Ryzen 5 and RTX 4060 is currently available at Galaxus for 1,154 euros.

Not a typical office workhorse, but still fitting within our 17-inch office top list, the Acer Nitro 5 stands out with its gaming-ready internals, including an Nvidia GeForce RTX 4050 with DLSS3 support.
Our review of an Intel Core i5-12500H-based SKU revealed some drawbacks, as the 3 kg laptop gets extremely loud under load, reaching up to 67.5 dB(A), and remains audible even in office mode.

The matte Full HD IPS display offers 144 Hz but lacks brightness (257 cd/m²) and color accuracy. On the plus side, the RGB-illuminated keyboard is comfortable, and the 9.5-hour battery life is solid.

Overall, the Nitro 5 delivers good performance as an office laptop with gaming capabilities. The tested model (Intel Core i5-12450H, 16 GB RAM, 512 GB SSD, RTX 4050) is available only second-hand. 

An office-multimedia hybrid in the 17-inch class, the HP Envy 17 is closely related to the HP 17 and HP 470. Its sturdy aluminum case houses a full-size SD card reader, two Thunderbolt 4 ports, three USB-A ports, and HDMI, though it lacks an Ethernet port. The base model includes a Full HD IPS panel with 100% sRGB coverage and 290 cd/m² brightness. Powered by the Core Ultra 7 155U, it delivers solid office performance comparable to its predecessor, depending on the selected cooling mode. 

The HP Envy 17 is a 17-inch office notebook with multimedia ambitions, featuring a great keyboard, impressive speakers, long battery life, and a responsive touch display—though it is quite reflective.

Our test unit featured a GeForce RTX 3050, leading to higher noise levels (up to 48 dB(A)) and case temperatures exceeding 50 °C during gaming. The battery has grown from 56 Wh to 86 Wh, significantly improving runtime to over 12 hours. Additionally, the RAM is now upgradeable instead of soldered.
The HP Envy 17 is currently available without a dGPU, featuring a Core Ultra 5 125H, Intel Arc 8 iGPU, 16 GB RAM, and a Full HD touchscreen for 934 euros.

The Medion S20 brings a breath of fresh air to our top list of 17-inch office notebooks. With a 60 Hz refresh rate and a 16:9 matte Full HD IPS display, it clearly targets the lower mid-range office segment.
The case is made of aluminum and magnesium, but Thunderbolt 4 and an SD card reader are missing. However, it offers two slots each for RAM and mass storage expansion, and supports fast charging.

Medion's 2.1 kg, 20 mm thin 17-incher delivers solid performance with an Intel Core Ultra 7 and a 340 cd/m² bright display covering 95% sRGB, though its emissions are not always well-controlled.

The Medion S20 with a Core Ultra 5, 1 TB SSD, and 16 GB RAM is currently available at Aldi DE for 899 euros.

The Acer Aspire 17 (2024) made it into our top list mainly due to the lack of modern competition in the 17-inch office segment. Its FHD IPS display falls short with just 250 cd/m² brightness and 65% sRGB coverage, which is disappointing for a laptop priced at 1,000 euros.
The keyboard is subpar, fan control is poorly implemented, and the speakers are mediocre. The built-in RTX 2050 struggles to outperform modern integrated graphics, making its inclusion questionable.

The Acer Aspire 17 (2024) is currently not a great choice, as it fails to deliver on key aspects expected from an office laptop.

While it does offer expandable RAM, Thunderbolt 4, and low case temperatures, better alternatives exist—even at a third of the price. Retailers are currently listing it for 999 euros.