Are there better alternatives?

I just said that you could get a Dell XPS 15, XPS 17, or Razer Blade Pro 17 for about the same money (in the same ballpark, at least), or a MacBook Pro 16-inch for a little more. Those will also be fast, and the XPS 17, in particular, will likely match the ConceptD 7 Ezel’s performance in its entry-level version.

　　But none of those laptops come with a hinge like the ConceptD 7 Ezel’s. None scale up to the same level of performance as the ConceptD 7 Ezel either.

　　You could also look at the Acer ConceptD 9. It’s larger and slightly less flexible but also quite powerful. It also has a display that can morph into different form factors and supports a quality active pen.

　　

How long will it last?

The ConceptD 7 Ezel is built well, and it seems like the various hinges will hold up to considerable use for years. Certainly, the components will keep your workflow humming. The one-year warranty seems like it’s way to short for such a complex design, though.

　　

Should you buy it?

Yes. If you’re a creative professional and take your job seriously, then this is a laptop that you need to seriously consider. It’ll pay back the significant investment with more flexibility than you’ll know what to do with.