What if your laptop always had a 5G internet connection wherever you were, just like your smartphone? You’d never have to connect to a Wi-Fi network again or fumble with your phone’s hotspot feature.

Microsoft’s new Surface Laptop 5G is the latest laptop with cellular connectivity. A 5G laptop can be as awesome as it sounds, but there are some catches. They aren’t right for everyone. And even if you’re willing to shell out the cash for one, I may have a better suggestion for you.

Here are several things you need to know about 5G laptops before you buy one and what your other options are.

5G on Windows just works

Modern versions of Windows—both Windows 11 and Windows 10—have built-in support for mobile 5G data networks.

You don’t need any clunky manufacturer-provided apps or dongles.

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