Managing Editor Josh Goldman is a laptop expert and has been writing about and reviewing them since built-in Wi-Fi was an optional feature. He also covers almost anything connected to a PC, including keyboards, mice, USB-C docks and PC gaming accessories.

Mashable reviews quite a few laptops every year, and one of the most reliable laptop brands we've tested is HP. That said, multiple great options can be a double-edged sword. How do you narrow it down to find the best HP laptop for your specific needs?

Whether you're talking about high-end workstations or budget laptops for everyday use, HP has its mitts on both ends of the laptop spectrum. The HP Laptop 17 (starts at $499.99; $649.99 as tested) is a budget-minded system with (in our test unit) an AMD ...