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[JohnRT]

I've been really impressed with the latest generation of ultraportable laptops for on-the-go development work. I'm specifically evaluating machines like the Framework 13 with an AMD Ryzen 7 7840U and the Dell XPS 13 Plus, aiming to find the best laptop for 2025 that can handle local containerized development, light data analysis, and last a full workday on battery while traveling. My budget is around $1,800, and I need something reliable for client meetings across Europe, so build quality and a good webcam are also priorities. The main trade-off I'm seeing is between raw CPU performance for running Docker stacks and the actual real-world battery life you get while doing it, as manufacturer claims never seem to match coding in a busy IDE with multiple services running locally. For developers who travel frequently, what has been your experience with the real-world battery performance of these newer ultraportables when under a typical dev load? Do you find the efficiency gains of the latest processors are significant enough to forgo having a dedicated GPU, and are there any specific models you've found that strike the best balance between a premium feel and practical, repairable longevity?