Ranking: Best 2-in-1 laptops with pen support

The HP OmniBook Ultra Flip 14 is a convertible with a 14-inch OLED touchscreen that features a 120 Hz refresh rate, high brightness, and strong color reproduction. It covers almost the entire AdobeRGB color space with high accuracy, achieving a DeltaE2000 well below 3.

Powered by an Intel Core Ultra 7 processor from the latest Lunar Lake generation, the device delivers solid performance for office applications and occasional video editing.

The battery lasts nearly 14 hours in the Wi-Fi web surfing test. Its aluminum alloy casing keeps the weight low at just 1.3 kg.
For connectivity, the OmniBook Ultra Flip 14 relies solely on USB-C ports, with two supporting Thunderbolt 4, along with a 3.5 mm headset jack.

Overall, the HP OmniBook Ultra Flip 14 is a well-balanced convertible with a high-quality display, strong performance, a lightweight design, and long battery life.

The Dell Latitude 7350 Detachable is a 2-in-1 tablet known for its flexibility and long battery life. Featuring a 13-inch touchscreen and a detachable keyboard, it functions as both a tablet and a laptop. In the Wi-Fi browsing test, the battery lasts over 10 hours.The high-resolution IPS display (2,880 × 1,920 pixels) offers good color space coverage and reaches a brightness of around 500 cd/m², making it suitable for outdoor use.

The device is powered by an Intel Core Ultra 7 164U processor, which, while not the fastest, is sufficient for most tasks.

Its casing is made of aluminum and magnesium, contributing to a sturdy yet lightweight design. Connectivity options include two Thunderbolt 4 ports via USB-C and a 3.5 mm headphone jack. The test unit includes a stylus, which fits into a recess in the detachable keyboard. However, the flat shape of the stylus can sometimes make it less ergonomic to use.

A slim aluminum casing, a vibrant OLED screen, a solid keyboard, and an Intel Core Ultra 5 from the U series—there’s not much more a good convertible needs. The HP Envy x360 delivers exactly that, right out of the box. A stylus is also included, with the HP MPP 2.0 offering position detection and a comfortable feel. The lightweight 2-in-1 laptop further impresses with good audio, quiet fans, and excellent battery life. However, its Intel 4-core graphics chip is not well-suited for gaming in our tests.

The Envy x360 2-in-1 14 stands out for its versatile design, low emissions, and efficient power consumption.

The only real drawback is the Intel Core Ultra 5 125U and its cooling system. HP fails to maximize the processor’s potential, leaving a significant portion of the convertible’s performance untapped.

Even thinner, even lighter, and still one of the most powerful LG Gram models we have tested—the LG Gram Pro 2-in-1 delivers on all fronts. The OLED panel, speakers, and battery are top-notch. The included LG Pen charges wirelessly on the laptop, and the black lacquered magnesium casing adds to its appeal. At less than 15 mm thick, it truly feels like a tablet in tablet mode. When lying on a table, it is even thinner than many writing pads, enhancing both ergonomics and usability.

LG takes the "Pro" in the LG Gram Pro seriously, offering a well-rounded package that clearly stands out from the standard Gram lineup.

The only notable omission is a card reader, which would make quick image and video editing more convenient. Due to its high computing power, the laptop generates significant heat, some of which is dissipated through the casing. As a result, the LG Gram Pro 2-in-1 quickly becomes quite warm under heavy load.

The Dell Latitude 7450 2-in-1 is a business convertible designed for professionals who are frequently on the move. Its 14-inch touchscreen and flexible design allow it to function as both a laptop and a tablet. Powered by the Intel Core Ultra 7 165U vPro processor, it delivers strong performance for everyday tasks. 

With a battery life exceeding 10 hours, it can easily last through a full workday. The aluminum casing is both sturdy and stylish.

The display is bright enough for most tasks, and color reproduction is excellent. However, there are two drawbacks: the screen response time is relatively slow, and the webcam quality could be improved. Overall, the Dell Latitude 7450 2-in-1 is a reliable choice for users seeking a powerful and versatile business device.

The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2in1 G9 is a high-performance business convertible featuring a 14-inch OLED touchscreen with a resolution of 2880 x 1800 pixels. The display is razor-sharp and delivers excellent color accuracy, covering the AdobeRGB color space. With a 120 Hz refresh rate, scrolling and video playback are exceptionally smooth, and stylus input benefits from improved responsiveness.

Powered by an Intel Core Ultra 7 processor from the Meteor Lake generation, the X1 2-in-1 G9 offers sufficient performance for office applications and everyday tasks.

The casing follows the traditional ThinkPad design—robust, high-quality, and finished in a minimalist gray. Lenovo has introduced a new keyboard that enhances the typing experience, while the touchpad now uses haptic feedback instead of moving parts, which may take some getting used to but functions seamlessly. The device includes all essential ports, such as Thunderbolt 4 and HDMI. However, a notable drawback is that the excellent stylus can no longer be stored within the casing.

Overall, the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 G9 is a modern convertible with a stunning display and a well-rounded feature set.

The Dell Latitude 7030 Rugged Extreme is a durable tablet designed for fieldwork, making it ideal for field engineers and assembly workers. Its 10-inch touchscreen and rugged casing provide protection against dust, water, and shocks. The screen is bright enough for outdoor use, ensuring good readability even in direct sunlight, while color reproduction is decent for an outdoor tablet.

Powered by an Intel Core i7 processor, it delivers sufficient performance for most tasks. Battery life ranges from three to six hours in the Wi-Fi web browsing test, but the device compensates with a dual-battery setup that allows hot-swapping during operation.

The Latitude 7030 Rugged Extreme includes essential connectivity options, such as two Thunderbolt 4 ports and a USB-A port. An optional detachable keyboard can transform the tablet into a laptop, and a compatible stylus is also available.

The main drawbacks are its relatively heavy weight, particularly with the keyboard attached, and its limited suitability for creative work due to the small display size and average color space coverage.

The Lenovo Yoga 7 2-in-1 (14IML9) is a mid-range convertible featuring a Full HD display under glass. While color reproduction is good, brightness could be higher, as reflections can impact readability.

Powered by an Intel Core Ultra 5 125U processor, the Yoga 7 delivers sufficient performance for everyday tasks such as web browsing, office applications, and video streaming. However, it is less suited for demanding workloads.

The aluminum casing has a simple grey finish. Battery life exceeds 16 hours in the Wi-Fi browsing test. The keyboard provides a comfortable typing experience, and the touchpad is precise. The device includes a good selection of ports, such as Thunderbolt 4 and HDMI.

Overall, the Lenovo Yoga 7 2-in-1 is a solid convertible with a good price-performance ratio, making it a great choice for users seeking a versatile device for daily use.

The ThinkBook Plus Gen 5 Hybrid 2-in-1 combines Android and Windows, functioning as both a detachable laptop and an Android tablet. Powered by Intel’s Core Ultra 7 155H from the Meteor Lake generation, it delivers impressive performance, including solid graphics capabilities.

Its OLED display is excellent and well-suited for professional image editing. However, the device has notable drawbacks.

While offering both Android and Windows, Lenovo seems to have aimed for an all-in-one solution but introduced compromises. The 14-inch detachable is relatively heavy, the hinge mechanism can be tricky to align, battery life under Windows is unimpressive, and port availability depends on the active operating system—USB-C does not support image output when running Android.

Lenovo lists this configuration at $2,750, making it a niche option. Overall, the ThinkBook Plus Gen 5 Hybrid is an intriguing device but is best suited for those who appreciate unconventional technology.

The Asus ROG Flow X13 is a unique all-in-one device, serving as a gaming laptop, creative workstation, and compact convertible. Convertibles with dedicated GPUs are rare, making this gaming-focused model an outlier in our rankings. Only the ExpertBook B6 Flip offers comparable power in this category.

The ROG Flow X13 is a high-performance convertible featuring an AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS processor and an Nvidia RTX 4060 GPU, making it one of the most powerful devices in its class.

It boasts a high-quality display with DisplayP3 coverage and an excellent keyboard. Despite its strong performance, battery life remains reasonable for a device of this caliber.

The Lenovo Yoga Book 9i offers a unique dual-screen experience with two high-quality OLED displays, providing a large and versatile workspace. Both screens fully cover all essential color spaces, making them well-suited for professional use. However, the device's unconventional design is not without flaws. While the hardware performs well, early software issues hindered the experience. Lenovo has since addressed many of these problems through updates.

The Yoga Book 9i 2-in-1 stands out as the most elegant and premium dual-screen subnotebook we have tested. However, significant software optimization is still needed.

One major drawback is the input experience. The wireless keyboard feels clunky, and the virtual keyboard software for the second display is cumbersome. With the next-generation model on the horizon, there is hope that the 2023 version of the Yoga Book 9i will see a significant price drop.

The HP EliteBook x360 830 G10 is the latest iteration of HP’s compact convertible series, designed for business users and frequent travelers. Its slim aluminum casing gives it a premium feel, while its strong connectivity options make it a direct competitor to the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga G4, which currently tops our list. The most noticeable difference between the two devices is in noise levels.

In the business convertible segment, the EliteBook x360 830 G10 does not stand out significantly from its strong competitors.

There are only a few drawbacks, none of which severely impact everyday use. The SSD is relatively slow, the RAM is soldered, and the display resolution is limited to WUXGA (1,920 x 1,200), which falls short of many modern alternatives.