Top Windows 10-powered alternatives to the MacBook Pro

Apple finally updated its MacBook Pro laptop lineup, but macOS isn't for everyone. But fear not, because "thin and light" aluminum laptops crammed with high-end components aren't unique to Apple. In fact, it doesn't take much shopping around to find hardware that out-performs what Apple has to offer.

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What follows are six systems from a variety of vendors, ranging in price from $800 to in excess of $7,500 (and you thought Macs were expensive).

Top Windows 10-powered alternatives to the MacBook Pro (Winter 2016)

If you want a cheaper system, then here are some Windows 10 laptops that are all priced under $300.

Budget (under $300) laptops for work and play

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