For those who do work on the go, laptops are an essential part of everyday life. Add a touch of glamour to your day with these ultra-luxurious portable devices.
MJ Laptop Brilliant Limited Edition Inlaid with White & Black Diamonds – $3.5 million
For those who enjoy the finer things in life, art studio MJ offers the ultimate luxury device: a diamond-encrusted MacBook. At a cool $3.5 million, this computer holds the distinction of being the most expensive laptop ever made.
Part of the brand’s exclusive M777 range, the notebook is plated in gold, then covered in black and white Swarovski diamonds. Rest assured, your multi-million dollar investment is protected by a 10-year warranty for the computer and a lifetime warranty for its precious coating.
The Ukrainian-based company provides luxury accessory customisation using rare materials, from mobile phones to flash drives. If you’re in need of an ostentatious add-on to complement your purchase, opt for the 24-karat gold mouse.
Ego for Bentley – $20,000
Love Bentley? Luxury electronics company Ego Lifestyle BV has the laptop for you. The company has teamed up with renowned British car manufacturer Bentley to produce a device that’s the epitome of lavish.
The laptop is handcrafted and produced using the design aesthetics of the company’s vehicles. It has the appearance of a handbag thanks to its unique rounded shape and Bentley leather exterior.
The diamond quilted hide uses Bentley’s famous cross-over hand stitching and is surrounded by a white gold frame and chrome handle featuring the brand’s signature etching. There are 10 colours to choose from, so you can be sure your laptop will match your car.
The extravagant exterior opens up to reveal a 12.1-inch screen and matching coloured keyboard. The device is powered by a Mobile AMD TurionTM 64 processor with a 160-gigabyte hard drive.
If you’re interested in purchasing one of these laptops, it might be difficult to get your hands on one – only 250 units were ever produced.
Acer Predator 21 X – $9000
If you’re looking for a device from a well-known tech company, Acer sells the priciest gaming laptop in the world. The Taiwanese electronics giant pushes the limits of computing with this top-of-the-range device that’s guaranteed to transform your gaming experience.
The Predator 21 X is all about power, prioritising performance over looks. However, it’s still eye-catching with its chunky body, luminescent blue keyboard lights and a roaring dragon emblazoned in the panel above the keyboard.
The laptop packs a punch in the size department, weighing in at 8.5 kilos with a massive 21-inch screen. The curved screen is the first of its kind in a laptop, designed for a truly immersive experience.
What makes the device stand out are its specs; the device runs on a powerful Core i7 Skylake Intel processor, allowing it to perform at lightning speed. It boasts a terabyte of storage and 64 gigabytes of memory.
The laptop also features a Tobii eye tracker; the futuristic tech allows you to control the computer with just a glance. Move the mouse and perform commands by simply looking at a portion of the screen. The mechanical keyboard is perfectly configured for gaming, making it a must-have for any luxury-loving gamer.
By Jennifer Luu