Facing MacBook Pro Problems: Top 5 Windows Alternatives, HP Spectre X360, Dell XPS 13 And Others

First Posted: Nov 09, 2016 05:10 AM EST

The new MacBook pro was probably the most anticipated laptop of the year, but it left several users disappointed. With all the USB-C ports and problems associated with connecting it to other devices, Apple users are exploring other options. We bring you top five MacBook Pro alternatives.

HP Spectre X360

The latest offering by HP, the Spectre X360 is a good alternative to overcome most of the MacBook Pro problems. Equipped with 13.3-inch screen, two USB-C ports along with one USB drive. At 1.29Kg it is lighter than MacBook Pro. It also has fully rotating hinge for added sturdiness. As reported by The Verge.

Razer Blade Stealth

The avid gamers are well-versed with the Razer products. This one is a Quad HD display and a Kaby Lake CPU with both USB and Thunderbolt 3-capable USB-C. It lacks a SD card slot and also has a poor battery life. For gamers the blessing is its ability to plug it in the core box. The graphics card is also equipped to handle a high-end gaming.

Dell XPS 13

If there is one laptop that you can blindly buy to overcome MacBook Pro problems, it is Dell XPS 13. Dell has got this one completely bang on. As reported by PCMag, it is powered with Intel's Kaby lake processor, a generation ahead than of MacBook. It is 13-inch, with 8GB RAM,HD display, 256 Storage, two USB and one USB-C ports. The keyboard, trackpad, and build are premium.

Lenova ThinkPad Yoga

Lenovo's Yoga series comes with a 360-degrees rotation, extremely desired for sturdy use. It has a resolution of 2,560 x 1,440 along with touch capabilities. The OLED display does increase the price of the machine. So if budget is not a constraint consider this laptop for a MacBook pro replacement.

Microsoft Surface Book

Microsoft Surface Book was widely covered at its launch with some even naming it MacBook slayer. We wouldn't go that far, but it is worth considering and countering MacBook pro problems. It has a better power, longer battery life, a decent touch, and higher price. Can I have your attention avid gamers, it is equipped with Nvidia GeForce GTX 965M. It is an ideal Apple Macbook pro replacement with more flexible functions.