This category contains 16" and 17" business laptops for office work, spreadsheets, video calls and regular travel between sites, with over 140 models in our range. Lenovo, HP, Dell, Acer and ASUS are the main brands. Most models have a 16" screen, and a small number have a 17.3" display.
How to choose a 16" or 17" business laptop
Screen size and resolution. A 16" screen gives room for two windows side by side without the bulk of a 17" chassis, which is why it dominates our range. Most 16" models here use a 1920 x 1200 pixel panel (WUXGA), which gives slightly more vertical space than Full HD and suits documents and email. A few offer 2560 x 1600 pixels (WQXGA) for sharper text and more detailed work.
Processor. Intel Core Ultra 5 and Core Ultra 7 are the most common choices in our range, alongside AMD Ryzen AI 5 and Ryzen 5, with some Intel Core i5 and Core 5 models. A Core Ultra 5 or Ryzen 5 class chip is enough for office software, browsers and video meetings. Choose a Core Ultra 7 if you work with large datasets, run virtual machines or keep many applications open all day.
Memory and storage. Check the RAM figure on each product page, because 16 GB is a sensible starting point for a laptop that will be used for several years. Most models in our range come with a 512 GB SSD, some have 1 TB, and a few have 256 GB. Pick 1 TB if you store large files locally rather than in cloud storage.
Operating system and business features. Most laptops here ship with Windows 11 Pro, which adds domain join, BitLocker drive encryption and remote management that Windows 11 Home lacks. If your company manages devices centrally, Pro is the safer option. Also look at the details that matter in daily use, such as a fingerprint reader, a webcam privacy shutter, the keyboard layout and whether there is a numeric keypad.
Business laptop brands we carry
- Lenovo: known for the ThinkPad and ThinkBook business lines, with keyboards that many frequent typists prefer. It is the largest brand in this category.
- HP: sells business laptops under the ProBook and EliteBook names, with the EliteBook line aimed at tighter security and management features.
- Dell: its Latitude line is a long-standing fixture in corporate fleets, valued for straightforward deployment and servicing.
- Acer: offers the TravelMate range, which targets small and medium businesses that want practical specifications.
- ASUS: builds business laptops under the ExpertBook name, usually with an emphasis on a sturdy build.
Dell models in our range are listed under several manufacturer names, including Dell Technologies and Dell EMC, but they all belong to the same brand.
Frequently asked questions about 16" and 17" business laptops
Is a 16" laptop too big to carry every day?
Not for most people, but it is noticeably larger than a 14" model. A 16" laptop suits those who split their time between a desk and occasional trips, and who value a bigger screen and a fuller keyboard. If you commute daily on foot or by public transport, compare the weight listed on each product page.
What screen resolution is enough for office work?
1920 x 1200 pixels is enough for most office work on a 16" screen. It is the resolution most models in our range use, and it displays text clearly. Choose 2560 x 1600 pixels only if you edit images, work with detailed drawings or simply prefer sharper text.
How much storage does a business laptop need?
512 GB suits most business users who keep files in the cloud or on a company server. It is also the most common size in our range. Take 1 TB if you store large presentations, videos, project archives or several virtual machines on the laptop itself.
Why choose Windows 11 Pro over Home?
Windows 11 Pro is the better choice for work because it supports joining a company domain, BitLocker encryption and remote management tools. Home lacks these features. Almost every laptop in this category with an operating system installed comes with Windows 11 Pro.
