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• Performance & NPU (30%): Synthetic & real-world benchmarks, thermal headroom, NPU TOPS capabilities.
• Value & Price (20%): Feature set relative to MSRP and competing options in the same price tier.
• Design & Build Quality (20%): Ergonomics, materials, port selection, display quality, and durability.
• Features & Ecosystem (15%): Software stability, connectivity standards (Wi-Fi 7, Thunderbolt 5), AI features.
• Battery & Efficiency (15%): Real-world battery life under normalized brightness (200 nits) and power efficiency under load.

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