Many law students have a difficult time deciding whether they should get a tablet or a laptop for school. One great option that includes advantages of both options are touch screen laptops. A touch screen laptop usually includes a stylus pen to go with the touch screens. So, we’ve tested and ranked our favorite touch screen laptops with stylus support. This year the top touch screen laptop with an active pen is the Lenovo Yoga 9i.
| Rank | Brand | Laptop |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Lenovo Yoga 9i |  |
| 2. | ASUS Vivobook Flip |  |
| 3. | LG Gram |  |
| 4. | HP Spectre x360 |  |
| 5. | Acer Spin 3 |  |
Best Touch Screen Laptops with Stylus Pen
1. Lenovo Yoga 9i
The Lenovo Yoga 9i is our top pick for a touchscreen laptop. The 14 inch model features an Intel Iris XE graphics card that ensures crystal clear video and display quality. The operating system runs Windows Pro 11 and there are 512 GB, 1 TB, and 2TB options for storage. All of this together with 16 GB of RAM and a 2.9 GHz CPU means processing power will be off the charts.
Battery life on the Lenovo yoga will last about 14 hours. This is a very long battery life and tops the other touchscreen laptops on our list.
✅ Reasons to Buy
battery life – approximately 14 hours of battery life is top of our list.
tablet mode – easily transition between a traditional laptop with keyboard and a touch screen only.
display quality – 4k resolution and a backlit display makes this a no brainer for dark meeting rooms or classrooms.
❌ Reasons Not to Buy
price – this is one of the more expensive touchscreen laptops available.
visual look – not the sleekest looking laptop if that is something that matters to you.
⚖️ Bottom line – Best battery life
This is our pick for number one of the best laptops having a stylus pen included. We love the Intel iris xe graphics. As the top performer on the battery life test this is a hard laptop to beat. You can’t go wrong with this touchscreen laptop from Lenovo.
2. ASUS Vivobook Flip 14
Nearing the top of our list of best touchscreen laptops with a stylus pen included is the ASUS Vivobook Flip 14. As the name indicates this touch screen 2 in 1 laptop includes a 14 inch laptop display. It can “flip” to tablet mode for easier stylus support. We think that this is one of the best laptops with stylus capabilities and the lightweight and thin dimensions make it perfect for on the go.
Don’t worry about this being a bit flimsy because of the size. This is still high end laptop and packs plenty of power with the Ryzen 7 underneath the hood. The battery life is not stellar but it will last approximately 10.5 hours which should be enough to get you through the work or school day without needing to recharge.
✅ Reasons to Buy
Size – at 3.31 lbs and 18.2 mm thick, this is one of the best laptops for portability on the list.
Stylus support – includes a holder that acts as a pen input on the frame.
Touch Screens capability – great pressure sensitivity allows for easy note taking, or even video editing if ever needed.
❌ Reasons Not to Buy
Tight hinges – although the laptop boasts a sturdy hinge, it can require some effort to flip to tablet mode.
Memory – wish there were higher storage options than the 512 GB hard drive.
⚖️ Bottom line – good laptop for portability
The Vivobook is a step above its cousin laptop the ASUS Zenbook as a great 2 in 1 laptop. The computing power is there and the screen size is more than adequate. The best thing about this is the sensitive touch screen, the good battery life, and the lightweight compact size.
3. LG Gram 2 in 1 Laptop
LG’s 2 in 1 laptop is one of the best laptops in terms of power and customizable configurations available. Storage capacity ranges from 512GB to 2TB and this touch screen can come with Windows 10 or 11 in both standard or Pro version. Simply put, if you’re looking for a diverse option for a windows laptop with stylus input, this is your device.
Like some of our other best laptops, this features includes the Intel Iris Xe graphics card. The battery life claims for this laptop are all over the place. The battery life will depend on what you are doing on the device. Estimates are anywhere from 10 to 20 hours. Thus, you can be assured that this LG Gram will have a long battery life, enough to last through your day.
✅ Reasons to Buy
Many options – this has multiple configurations and they all include a stylus pen.
Full day battery life – for most uses, this 2 in 1 laptop should last throughout your entire school or work day.
Processor – includes the latest Intel Core i7 quad-core so it’s built for speed.
❌ Reasons Not to Buy
Affordability – on the more pricey side but we believe it is worth it for the performance.
Windows heavy – without some tech savvy work, you can’t use Chrome OS or Android Apps.
bottom line – Potential for long battery life
One of the best laptops on our list, the LG 2 in 1 is a beast of a machine with the Intel core i7 under the hood. The speed is comparable to non convertible laptops so that is quite impressive. We highly recommend this intel core powered laptop if you have the budget for it.
4. HP Spectre x360
The HP Spectre x360 2 in 1 laptop is a great touch screen computer that includes a stylus pen. It comes in 512 GB, 1TB and 2TB versions that each feature the Intel core i7 processor. That means this is one of the best laptops for speed and power. It boasts up to 10 hours of battery life. It has a backlit keyboard and fingerprint reader as well.
The touchscreen technology on the HP Spectre x360 is impressive. It features anti-reflection glass which helps display the intel iris powered graphics perfectly. There is thunderbolt support on this laptop with two usb c ports.
✅ Reasons to Buy
Performance – the Intel core i7 puts this HP Spectre x360 in a category above.
Memory – many options here with 2TB available, typically only seen on high end gaming laptops.
Headphone jack – is actually a headphone and microphone jack, great for Zoom.
❌ Reasons Not to Buy
Battery life – not great battery life compared to others on the list.
Price – as we see with the new laptops having Intel core i7, can be expensive.
⚖️ Bottom line – built for fast performance
Although it is not the best laptop on the list with an Intel core i7, this is still a solid option. A sufficiently large screen size at 13.5 inches, a fingerprint reader, and a backlit keyboard make this a green touch screen option. HP crafts great stylus pens so you can be sure that the one included as the x360’s pen will feel comfortable.
5. Acer Spin
The Acer Spin is another great convertible 2 in 1 laptop that includes a stylus pen. There are two options, the Acer Spin 3 and the Acer Spin 5. The Spin 3 boasts 8 GB of RAM and storage options of 256 GB, 512GB, and 1 TB. At 13.3 inches, the screen size is comparable to the other touch screens on the list. We think the Acer Spin 3 is the best laptop on the list if affordability is your biggest concern. It weighs about 3 lbs and includes a battery life up to 15 hours.
If you want to spend a little more, the Acer Spin 5 boasts better stats comparable with the other laptops on the list. For example, the Acer Spin 5 includes a 16 GB ram and an intel core i7. This more powerful intel core will cost you. However, if you plan on doing more extensive things like photo editing or other creative work, you may want to upgrade to the Acer Spin 5.
✅ Reasons to Buy
Price – this is the most affordable laptop with a stylus pen.
Stylus pens – built in holder makes for easy storage and retrieval of the stylus pen.
Processor – Intel core i5 is a great engine at this price point.
❌ Reasons Not to Buy
Quality – the Acer Spin is not quite as powerful as the other of new laptop displays on the list (unless you upgrade to the Acer Spin 5).
Speed – you may be worried about the 8GB slowing you down if you run multiple applications at once (unless you upgrade to the Acer Spin 5).
⚖️ Bottom line – Most affordable 2 in 1 laptop
The Acer Spin 3 is a great convertible laptop at its price point. The Acer Spin 5 has the intel core power to match the other top laptops. Each version has an excellent keyboard, built in battery, and would be a good laptop for law students.
Conclusion – Best Laptop with a Stylus Pen
After all our testing we’ve found the Lenovo Yoga 9i is the best laptop that includes a pen. If you are looking for the most affordable option, the Acer Spin 3 is the laptop for you. If you want something that is compact and lightweight, go with the ASUS Vivobook.
Frequently Asked Questions
Unfortunately the Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio does not include a stylus. The Microsoft Surface pen is sold separately. Therefore, we did not include Microsoft Surface Studio or Microsoft Surface Pro on the list.
Fingerprint readers are a cool feature for your laptop. However, we don’t think it is truly necessary for your new cpu. The key is finding a laptop with a stylus pen included if that is what you are looking for.
In our search for the best laptop we did not find a dell that included a stylus that was good enough for our list.
How do we test each laptop?
We test and rate all of the laptops that we review in accordance with our rating guide. This means they are thoroughly reviewed to ensure that the features and specifications are accurate. Additionally, we consolidate extensive feedback from users to find out if there are any technical problems to look out for.