Are there any alternatives?

The MateBook X Pro looks a lot like the 13-inch MacBook Pro, but we prefer Huawei’s in most ways. The keyboard is more reliable, the discrete GPU is a good addition, the ports are more convenient, and it’s cheaper.

　　Another strong contenders is the Surface Laptop 2, which features a similar 3:2 aspect ratio touchscreen and a stellar design. We haven’t tested the battery life and performance yet on that machine, but the laptop’s unfortunate port situation makes it a bit harder to recommend.

　　Lastly, we have to mention the Dell XPS 13, which is currently the best laptop. It’s solution to keeping bezels slim is more practical than Huawei’s, and it features some of the best battery life, performance, and build quality you can get in a laptop. It’s quite a bit smaller than the 14-inch 3:2 screen of the MateBook X Pro, however.

　　

How long will it last?

The MateBook X Pro should last you three to five years, if not longer. It’s a modern laptop in every way, including the port selection and components. Huawei provides a standard one-year warranty, though it’s nothing out of the norm for what manufacturers offer.

　　

Should you buy it?

Not the 2019 version. While we like the laptop, the big leap in price isn’t justified by middling upgrades over last year’s model. For now, the 2018 edition remains a great value.