 This is a laptop, in case you didn't know. This is also a laptop. Both of these run on Windows 10, but from a hardware perspective, they're pretty different. First things first, this is a Dell XPS 13, and this is the 13-inch Lenovo Yoga 900. But one of the biggest differences between this laptop and that one is that this one is a regular laptop, and this is a convertible. What does that even mean? A convertible laptop is basically one that will fold into a tablet or other modes. These are sometimes referred to as hybrids or two-in-ones or detachables if the keyboard comes off entirely from the display. So as you can see, this is as far back as the display will go on this laptop, whereas the Lenovo Yoga has four different modes. You can use it like a standard laptop. How is that different from what I'm doing? But you can also bend the display back with the keyboard down like this and watch a movie or something like that. You can also put it into tent mode, so turn it around, and you can put it into tablet mode and use it like a tablet. One other common difference between convertible laptops and regular laptops is the touch screen. This Dell XPS 13 also happens to have a touch screen, but some regular laptops still don't, like Apple laptops. On the flip side, no pun intended, convertible laptops can sometimes weigh a little bit more because of the hinges and other components that go into making them convertible. So you're still more likely to get something that's both super lightweight and has super long battery life in a regular form factor, or maybe a detachable. Still the idea of getting both a laptop and a tablet for the price of one is probably pretty appealing for some people. So what do you need to know about actually using a convertible laptop? Personally, I find that even when I've switched from a regular laptop to a convertible that I rarely if ever use all the different modes available with a more flexible laptop. You're so basic. I'm a creature of habit. Also if you're a frequent traveler, you might like a flexible laptop for when you're crammed into an airplane seat and you want something that can bend backwards. Although keep in mind that using a 13 inch tablet with a full keyboard folded underneath it is really not as comfortable as using a smaller thinner tablet. You might have a point there. See? And in some cases, hybrids or convertibles really just feel like a gimmick or an attempt to sell more PCs. Okay so convertible laptops might not be for everybody, but they do have their benefits so if you happen to be considering one, I hope we've helped answer your questions for you. Psst, I forgot something. Oh yeah, I'm Lauren Good from The Verge and don't forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel.