Whether you are gaming, gambling, or getting your workflow together – nobody wants a noisy laptop. So what’s the quietest laptop on the market? 

In this article, we pick 5 of the best quiet laptops available on Amazon. And they’ll be in demand – because laptops which are constantly ‘breathing’ and bleeping can be a distraction.

We will dive into the reviews of 5 quiet laptops, focusing on their noise levels and the features that make them stand out in terms of quietness. 

We don’t only explore the qualities that make each of these laptops the perfect choice for quiet computing – we also assess other notable features and talk about which person these models would suit. 

If you already have your eye on a certain model, jump to one of the models in our list below:

1. ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15
2. Macbook Air 
3. Surface Pro X
4. ASUS Vivobook L210
5. Lenovo Thinkpad Fold

First, here are some stats:

#1 – ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15

The first laptop on our list is for the gamers. And if you have ever used a gaming laptop, you will understand how loud they can be.

To deal with the noise that naturally comes from being a powerful laptop, ASUS puts its intelligent cooling system to work. This device uses a liquid metal thermal compound and strategically placed fans to optimize airflow while minimizing noise. 

The other notable low noise feature is the laptop’s 0dB Technology which allows it to run silently during light tasks by completely stopping the fans. Cool, right?  

Now for the gaming bit – the G15 offers a smooth gaming experience with its high refresh rate display and powerful AMD Ryzen processor. The thin and light design also makes it easy to carry around. 

Overall, a great high-performance, low-noise option for the gamers!

Pros

• Powerful performance with low noise
• Intelligent cooling system
• 0dB Technology for silent operation during light tasks

Cons

• Can get louder under extreme gaming loads
• Premium price point

Best for: The discreet evening gamer

#2 – MacBook Air 

Going more lightweight and even less noisy – the MacBook Air is renowned for its silent operation, and that’s thanks to its fanless design. 

It’s the efficiency of the inherent M2 chip that allows it to perform most tasks without generating significant heat, eliminating the need for active cooling. This results in completely silent operation across a wide range of tasks, from web browsing to video editing. The laptop’s aluminum unibody also helps dissipate heat effectively – another noise reducer because it negates cooling solutions. 

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There’s excellent battery life and a Retina display provides crisp images and text for an immersive viewing experience. And we should mention the thin and light design which inspires the MacBook Air’s name. 

If you want a quiet device for work or study, with all of a Mac’s creative potential, this may be a model for you.

Pros

• Completely silent fanless design
• Excellent performance-to-noise ratio
• Long battery life

Cons

• Limited port selection

Best for: The bright and brand-conscious student

#3 – Surface Pro X

Some of us just aren’t Mac people. For those who always opt for a PC, the Microsoft Surface Pro X is definitely a good quiet laptop option.

This laptop offers silent operation with an ARM-based processor (Microsoft SQ1 or SQ2) that doesn’t need a fan. Apart from being fanless, the tablet-style design helps with heat dissipation,and this further reduces the need for active cooling – taking down the noise level. 

Because, like the Macbook Air, it’s slim and sleek, it is portable and convenient to use on the go. There’s the touchscreen display, which is a ‘nice touch’ (apologies!), and makes this a laptop with a more interactive feel than most.

All in all, an innovative yet solid quiet laptop from Microsoft.

Pro

• Silent, fanless operation
• Versatile 2-in-1 design
• Thin and light

Cons

• Computer bods say performance may be slightly slower than Intel processors for some tasks

Best for: Productive, forward-thinking professional

#4 – Asus Vivobook L210

This budget-friendly laptop keeps noise levels low. 

But make no mistake, it isn’t fanless. While it does have a fan for cooling, the low-power Intel Celeron processor doesn’t generate much heat, allowing the fan to run at low speeds most of the time. The laptop’s plastic body also helps insulate any minor fan noise. For basic tasks like web browsing and document editing, the L210 remains virtually silent.

You also might like the compact and lightweight design of the Vivobook L210, which makes it easy to carry around. We should note that the laptop is powered by an Intel Celeron processor, which makes it a decent performer for daily tasks. Then you have the 11.6-inch display that provides good visuals for work or entertainment.

Perfect for quiet environments like libraries or study rooms. 

Pros

• Very affordable
• Quiet operation for basic tasks
• Lightweight and portable

Cons

• Fan may become audible under heavier loads

Best for: Budget-conscious quiet laptop buyer 

#5 – Lenovo Thinkpad Fold

The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Fold is distinctive for its unique foldable design, somewhere in between a tablet and a laptop. But it also offers near-silent operation.   

Because its Intel Core processor with Hybrid Technology is efficient enough to perform most tasks without active cooling, low noise is the result. Also, the folding design helps with heat dissipation across a larger surface area. While there is a fan, it rarely needs to activate during normal use.

What else? The key thing here is that the foldable design allows users to switch between laptop and tablet mode for versatile use. The 13.3-inch OLED display gives you vibrant colors and sharp details. There’s also an Intel Core i5 processor for smooth performance in multitasking. 

Quiet and innovative; an interesting low-noise choice. 

Pros

• Silent operation in most scenarios
• Unique foldable design
• Versatile use cases

Cons

• Fairly pricey
• Quite heavy

Best for: Quiet computing with cutting edge tech