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The festive season is fast approaching and whether you\u2019re looking to buy a laptop for a loved one, or wanting to pull together a wish list upon your family\u2019s request, this blog has you covered! In particular, we\u2019ve hauled together a range of laptops that we personally have on our own Geek\u2019s laptop Christmas wish list!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The popular choice – ASUS Vivobook 15 X1504<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

First up, we have the highly sought-after ASUS Vivobook 15 <\/a>on our laptop Christmas wish list! Positioned in the mid-price range, this laptop is packed full of awesome features, including some you might not have realised you wanted! Just yet, that is!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Let\u2019s start with the Vivobook\u2019s user convenience! It has touch screen capabilities and the ability to lay flat with its 180\u00b0 hinge. This makes it perfect for note taking and drawing. It also has an ASUS webcam shield to provide piece of mind over your privacy and, most notably, it boasts the ability to inhibit 99% of viruses and bacteria! All thanks to ASUS Antimicrobial Guard Plus!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On the techy side of things, this laptop has an impressive 5.GHz processing speed guaranteeing a smooth user experience. With 16GB of RAM, you can run more applications simultaneously without compromising the device\u2019s performance and additionally you\u2019ll have ample space to store important data.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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For the creative types – MacBook Pro 14″<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The MacBook Pro 14\u201d<\/a> is your go to when it comes to channelling your creativity through technology! It has a high resolution of 3024 by 1964 pixels and a Liquid Retina XDR display which is ideal for content creation. This is because it vividly brings your work to life, in stunning detail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It also has plenty of ports including a memory card slot which makes it versatile and efficient. Especially for the creative types!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With approximately 14 hours of battery life, this MacBook Pro also offers portability, user convenience and productivity! So you can rest easy knowing you\u2019ll have hours of uninterrupted focus on your current creative project!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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For the business people \u2013\u00a0ASUS ZenBook 14 Flip OLED<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This one is perfect for the worker bees with a busy on-the-go lifestyle! In fact, physically it\u2019s built to be versatile and offer more convenience over other laptops.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The ASUS ZenBook 14<\/a> has a space saving and compact design, weighing only 1.5 kgs! Ideally, it has a 360\u00b0 ErgoLift hinge meaning you can use it in laptop, tent, stand or tablet mode! So it\u2019s guaranteed to offer the perfect solution for any task at hand!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This laptop is also touchscreen and comes with the intuitive ASUS Pen 2.0. What\u2019s even more exciting, is that you\u2019ll have the choice of 4 switchable pen tips that will make writing feel more natural then ever!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Performance wise, this fast charging device offers around 15 hours of battery life and claims to reach 60% in just 49 minutes! If you find yourself in meetings often,\u00a0the ASUS ZenBook 14<\/a>\u00a0also has a handy duo of AI noise-cancelling technology and an advanced webcam! So, you can feel confident going into any work meeting!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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For the families \u2013\u00a0Microsoft Surface Pro 9<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re seeking out a device that will be suitable for the entire family, the Microsoft Surface Pro 9<\/a> is your perfect match!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With its compact 13-inch design and optional detachable keyboard, the Surface Pro 9 will be transportable throughout your family home. It has an Intel\u00ae Evo\u2122 12th Gen processor and optional 5G connectivity which means it has the potential to deliver lightning fast speed for local gaming, creative apps and even professional work! So it\u2019s guaranteed to meet the demands of the whole family!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Need a companion in the kitchen? The Surface Pro 9\u2019s kickstand means you can follow recipes or even watch content while you cook! Any gamers in the household? You\u2019ll have access to cloud gaming and a library of over 100 high quality games! Got any creatives in the family? The optional Surface Slim Pen 2, which can be wirelessly charged via the detachable keyboard, feels so natural, it\u2019s as though you\u2019re drawing on paper!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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For the gamers \u2013\u00a0MSI Katana 17 B13VFK<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

And finally, we have an option just for the gamers! With a massive 16GB of RAM and a 13th<\/sup> GEN Intel Core i7 processor (which includes 6 performance cores and 4 efficient cores), this laptop is relentless in running the most demanding games!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The MSI Katana 17<\/a> also has a processing speed of 144Hz ensuring a smooth display so you don\u2019t miss a thing while you\u2019re enthralled in a game. Additionally, it has AI powered DLSS 3 which offers an enhanced performance and lifelike graphics!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re an avid gamer that is constantly frustrated with an overheating device, you\u2019ll enjoy this laptop\u2019s CPU & GPU shared pipe design. This feature improves the laptops thermal capabilities and prevents temperatures rising! How good!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So there you have it! 5 awesome laptops on our Geek\u2019s laptop Christmas wish list. If you need help with computer repairs or assistance with any tech issues,\u00a0give the Geeks a call today!<\/a>\u00a0We can also help\u00a0set up new devices,<\/a>\u00a0so if you do manage to get your hands on one of these awesome laptops this Christmas, we\u2019ve got the set up covered!<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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