MSI laptops aren’t ideal for students or those needing a modest everyday machine. They’re best suited to creative professionals (working in animation, video editing) who need serious GPU power, and to gamers, since MSI laptops come with gaming-ready GPUs built-in.

MSI’s Creator and Prestige ranges are built specifically for creative professionals, offering colour-accurate displays and powerful graphics for video editing, 3D rendering and design work. They provide desktop-level performance in a more portable form than MSI’s gaming laptops

MSI’s gaming laptops (such as the Stealth and Raider ranges) prioritise high-refresh displays and powerful discrete graphics for gaming and rendering, while its business-focused Summit ranges emphasise portability, battery life and a more professional design. Both can handle demanding workloads, but they’re tuned for different priorities.

Yes, increasingly so. AI tools like Copilot are becoming part of everyday work, and older laptops often can’t run them smoothly, so many businesses will need to upgrade at some point, though not every employee needs top-spec AI hardware. Read more here: Why Leasing Makes Sense for High-Value AI Hardware.

The Surface laptop is a traditional clamshell laptop with a built-in keyboard, while the Surface Pro is a detachable 2-in-1 tablet that becomes a laptop with an optional keyboard cover. The Pro offers more flexibility for touch and pen input, while the laptop suits users who want a conventional laptop experience.

Surface laptops are generally built for longevity, though how long yours actually lasts in practice depends on the model, usage, and how well it’s maintained. Battery efficiency has also improved notably on newer Copilot+ PC models compared to older generations. See why battery life is better on Copilot+ PCs for more detail.

AI features (Copilot+ capabilities) run on a dedicated Neural Processing Unit, so they’re designed to have minimal impact on battery life compared with running the same tasks on the CPU. However, heavy and sustained AI workloads will still draw more power than light everyday use

Yes, the Surface Pro’s portability, detachable design and long battery life make it well suited to hybrid workers who move between home, office and travel. It’s tablet mode is also useful for presentations and note-taking in meetings.

The Surface Pro suits client-facing and mobile roles like sales and real-estate, thanks to its 2-in-1 design. The optional pen is useful for drawing and precise input, and built-in 5G support staff working on the go. It’s less suited to heavy creative or resource-intensive work, where other devices perform better.

The HP’s EliteBook range is HP’s flagship business line, offering strong security features, robust build quality and reliable performance for everyday professional use. While the HP ZBook Ultra G1a is the best option for those who need workstation power in a more portable design.

Most modern laptops support USB-C charging alongside their standard power adapter, offering flexibility for travel. It’s worth checking the wattage requirements of the specific model, as some need a higher-power USB-C charger to charge at full speed.

An HP business laptop typically lasts 4-6 years with normal use, with battery health usually being the main factor prompting replacement. Enterprise-grade HP models are built to withstand heavier daily use than consumer laptops.

HP’s ZBook range is designed specifically for creative and technical professionals, offering powerful graphic options, colour-accurate displays and workstation-class performance. Standard HP laptops are better suited to general office and business tasks rather than intensive creative work.