Top Laptops per Price Range

If budget is the single, most important factor in your tech shopping, the following will help you find the most bang for your buck in each price category. Along with each suggestion, you will find the approximative cost per month (based on the foreseeable longevity of the device), so you can easily see if spending a little more is worth the investment.

This list assumes that you are not planning on getting new accessories with your next purchase; you already have a laptop bag. If that is not the case, click here to get a list sorted by the price of the device with all accessories included.

$0 - $300
~$11/month
Acer 11" Chromebook from US$180;
~$257 with accessories

Designed to access the web simply and securely, it's an excellent fit as someone's 1st laptop or if your needs away from your desk are basic... Read More about the CB3-132-C6ZD
Device Ratings

by Laptops standards

Bang for the Buck 1/5
Versatility for the Price 5/5
Power 0.5/5
Storage 0/5
Portability 4.5/5
Autonomy 4/5

by Netbooks standards

Bang for the Buck 5/5
Versatility for the Price 5/5
Power 3/5
Storage 1/5
Portability 4.5/5
Autonomy 2.5/5

by All Smart Devices standards

Bang for the Buck 1/5
Versatility for the Price 5/5
Power 0.5/5
Storage 0/5
Portability 4/5
Autonomy 3.5/5

Specs

Processor: Intel Celeron N3060

Graphics: Intel HD Graphics

Memory: 4.00 GB

Storage: 16.00 GB

Screen Size: 11.6"

Screen Resolution: 1366×768

Dimensions: 29.40 x 20.40 x 1.85 cm
Weight: 1.100 kg

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US$170.78 from Canada Computers (Refurbished)
as of 2020-05-22 08:25:49, EDT

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$300 - $400
~$10/month
Asus X-Series 15" Laptop from US$270;
~$388 with accessories

If "nothing special" summarizes your plans for your laptop, this might be the right laptop for you. It's not very powerful, but it's enough to go online, check... Read More about the X540MA-RB91-CB
Device Ratings

by Laptops standards

Bang for the Buck 1/5
Versatility for the Price 4/5
Power 1/5
Storage 4.5/5
Portability 0.5/5
Autonomy 2/5

by All Smart Devices standards

Bang for the Buck 1/5
Versatility for the Price 4/5
Power 1/5
Storage 3.5/5
Portability 2.5/5
Autonomy 1.5/5

by Portable Laptops standards

Bang for the Buck 0/5
Versatility for the Price 4/5
Power 0/5
Storage 4.5/5
Portability 0.5/5
Autonomy 2/5

Specs

Processor: Intel Pentium Silver N5000

Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 605

Memory: 8.00 GB

Storage: 1 TB

Screen Size: 15.6"

Screen Resolution: 1366×768

Dimensions: 38.10 x 25.15 x 2.79 cm
Weight: 2.000 kg

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US$262.92 from Newegg (Refurbished)
as of 2020-05-24 08:00:43, EDT

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$400 - $500
~$14/month
#3, Laptops (under $525)

Asus VivoBook Max 15" Laptop from US$360;
~$518 with accessories

This laptop's primarily designed to be as inexpensive as possible so don't expect impressive speeds, however, if you're looking for a computer to handle "the ba... Read More about the X540BA-RB94
- the Casual Worker
- the Media Consumer
Device Ratings

by Laptops standards

Bang for the Buck 0.5/5
Versatility for the Price 1/5
Power 1/5
Storage 4.5/5
Portability 0.5/5
Autonomy 1.5/5

by All Smart Devices standards

Bang for the Buck 0.5/5
Versatility for the Price 1/5
Power 0.5/5
Storage 3.5/5
Portability 2.5/5
Autonomy 1.5/5

by Portable Laptops standards

Bang for the Buck 0/5
Versatility for the Price 1/5
Power 0/5
Storage 4.5/5
Portability 0.5/5
Autonomy 1.5/5

Specs

Processor: AMD A9-9425

Graphics: AMD Radeon R5 Graphics

Memory: 8.00 GB

Storage: 1 TB

Screen Size: 15.6"

Screen Resolution: 1366×768

Dimensions: 38.10 x 25.15 x 2.79 cm
Weight: 1.900 kg
detailed info from US$355.85
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$500 - $600
~$12/month
#2, Laptops ($525 - $725)

HP 15" Laptop - Silver from US$420;
~$600 with accessories

This cost-effective laptop could be a compelling choice if you're looking for something to handle common everyday tasks and do not mind focusing on only one thi... Read More about the 15-dy1731ms
Device Ratings

by Laptops standards

Bang for the Buck 2.5/5
Versatility for the Price 1.5/5
Power 1.5/5
Storage 1/5
Portability 3/5
Autonomy 3/5

by All Smart Devices standards

Bang for the Buck 2/5
Versatility for the Price 1.5/5
Power 1.5/5
Storage 1/5
Portability 3.5/5
Autonomy 2.5/5

by Portable Laptops standards

Bang for the Buck 2/5
Versatility for the Price 1.5/5
Power 1/5
Storage 0.5/5
Portability 3/5
Autonomy 3/5

Specs

Processor: Intel Core i3-1005G1

Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics

Memory: 8.00 GB

Storage: 128.00 GB

Screen Size: 15.6"

Screen Resolution: 1366×768

Dimensions: 35.85 x 24.20 x 1.79 cm
Weight: 1.700 kg
detailed info from US$414.44
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$600 - $700
~$14/month
#1, Laptops ($525 - $725)

Dell Inspiron 14 5000 Laptop from US$470;
~$670 with accessories

If you're looking for a laptop that is both easy to carry around, cost-effective and capable of handling most productivity scenarios, this model is worth a look... Read More about the ni145493_h101e
Device Ratings

by Laptops standards

Bang for the Buck 4/5
Versatility for the Price 1/5
Power 1/5
Storage 1/5
Portability 3.5/5
Autonomy 3/5

by All Smart Devices standards

Bang for the Buck 3/5
Versatility for the Price 1/5
Power 1/5
Storage 1/5
Portability 3.5/5
Autonomy 2.5/5

by Portable Laptops standards

Bang for the Buck 4/5
Versatility for the Price 1/5
Power 0.5/5
Storage 0.5/5
Portability 4/5
Autonomy 3.5/5

Specs

Processor: Intel Core i3-1005G1

Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics

Memory: 4.00 GB

Storage: 128.00 GB

Screen Size: 14"

Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

Dimensions: 32.87 x 23.95 x 1.80 cm
Weight: 1.420 kg

detailed info
US$464.46 from Dell (Canada) (New)
as of 2020-05-24 04:04:12, EDT

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$700 - $850
~$16/month
Asus VivoBook 15" Laptop from US$580;
~$820 with accessories

This laptop is designed to be as thin and light as possible, sacrificing battery size as well as some maintenance options. Thankfully, it starts with adequate s... Read More about the X512FA-BB51-CB
Device Ratings

by Laptops standards

Bang for the Buck 5/5
Versatility for the Price 5/5
Power 3/5
Storage 4/5
Portability 2.5/5
Autonomy 1/5

by All Smart Devices standards

Bang for the Buck 3/5
Versatility for the Price 5/5
Power 2.5/5
Storage 2.5/5
Portability 3/5
Autonomy 1/5

by Portable Laptops standards

Bang for the Buck 5/5
Versatility for the Price 5/5
Power 2.5/5
Storage 4/5
Portability 2.5/5
Autonomy 1/5

Specs

Processor: Intel Core i5-8265U

Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 620

Memory: 8.00 GB

Storage: 512.00 GB

Screen Size: 15.6"

Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

Dimensions: 35.72 x 23.04 x 1.99 cm
Weight: 1.750 kg

detailed info
US$571.65 from Best Buy (Open Box)
as of 2020-05-22 09:21:57, EDT

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$850 - $1000
~$20/month
#2, Laptops ($1000 - $1225)

Asus ROG Strix G 15-inch Gaming Laptop from US$720;
~$1020 with accessories

This laptop is capable of handling quite a few games, but its additional graphical horsepower can also come in handy with creative programs... Read More about the GL531GT-BH51-CB
Device Ratings

by Laptops standards

Bang for the Buck 4.5/5
Versatility for the Price 4/5
Power 3.5/5
Storage 4/5
Portability 0.5/5
Autonomy 1/5

by All Smart Devices standards

Bang for the Buck 3/5
Versatility for the Price 4.5/5
Power 3/5
Storage 2.5/5
Portability 2.5/5
Autonomy 1/5

by Portable Laptops standards

Bang for the Buck 4.5/5
Versatility for the Price 4.5/5
Power 3.5/5
Storage 4/5
Portability 0.5/5
Autonomy 1.5/5

Specs

Processor: Intel Core i5-9300H

Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650

Memory: 8.00 GB

Storage: 512.00 GB

Screen Size: 15.6"

Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

Dimensions: 36.07 x 26.16 x 2.54 cm
Weight: 2.400 kg

detailed info
US$714.56 from Best Buy (New)
as of 2020-05-24 06:53:28, EDT

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$1000 - $1200
~$23/month
#1, Laptops ($1000 - $1225)

Dell G3 15" Gaming Laptop from US$8308% cheaper than usual
~$1170 with accessories

This laptop is a bit more potent than the garden-variety portable PC. That extra horsepower could come in handy with games, but it looks better suited to me as... Read More about the ni153590_sb_s05e
Device Ratings

by Laptops standards

Bang for the Buck 5/5
Versatility for the Price 3/5
Power 4/5
Storage 4.5/5
Portability 1.5/5
Autonomy 1/5

by All Smart Devices standards

Bang for the Buck 3.5/5
Versatility for the Price 3.5/5
Power 3/5
Storage 3.5/5
Portability 2.5/5
Autonomy 1/5

by Portable Laptops standards

Bang for the Buck 5/5
Versatility for the Price 3/5
Power 3.5/5
Storage 5/5
Portability 1.5/5
Autonomy 1/5

Specs

Processor: Intel Core i7-9750H

Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050

Memory: 8.00 GB

Storage: 1 TB + 128 GB (~1.13 TB)

Screen Size: 15.6"

Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

Dimensions: 36.55 x 25.40 x 2.16 cm
Weight: 2.350 kg

detailed info
US$821.74 from Dell (Canada) (New)
as of 2020-05-24 05:31:31, EDT

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$1200 - $1450
~$27/month
#2, Laptops ($1225 - $1575)

Dell G3 15" Gaming Laptop from US$970;
~$1370 with accessories

With significantly more oomph than the average laptop, this model makes a pretty compelling computer for the creative type and even the gamer... Read More about the ni153590_sb_s04e
Device Ratings

by Laptops standards

Bang for the Buck 4.5/5
Versatility for the Price 2.5/5
Power 4/5
Storage 4/5
Portability 1.5/5
Autonomy 1/5

by All Smart Devices standards

Bang for the Buck 3/5
Versatility for the Price 3/5
Power 3/5
Storage 2.5/5
Portability 2.5/5
Autonomy 0.5/5

by Portable Laptops standards

Bang for the Buck 4.5/5
Versatility for the Price 2.5/5
Power 4/5
Storage 4/5
Portability 1.5/5
Autonomy 1/5

Specs

Processor: Intel Core i5-9300H

Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1660 Ti

Memory: 8.00 GB

Storage: 512.00 GB

Screen Size: 15.6"

Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

Dimensions: 36.55 x 25.40 x 2.16 cm
Weight: 2.350 kg

detailed info
US$964.66 from Dell (Canada) (New)
as of 2020-05-24 04:06:31, EDT

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$1450 - $1750
~$30/month
#1, Laptops ($1225 - $1575)

Dell G3 15" Gaming Laptop from US$1080;
~$1520 with accessories

Capable of delivering fluid performances for the most demanding games currently out there, this laptop features impressive components, especially considering th... Read More about the i3590-7971BLK-PCA
Device Ratings

by Laptops standards

Bang for the Buck 5/5
Versatility for the Price 4.5/5
Power 5/5
Storage 4/5
Portability 1.5/5
Autonomy 1/5

by All Smart Devices standards

Bang for the Buck 3.5/5
Versatility for the Price 4.5/5
Power 4/5
Storage 2.5/5
Portability 2.5/5
Autonomy 1/5

by Portable Laptops standards

Bang for the Buck 5/5
Versatility for the Price 4.5/5
Power 5/5
Storage 4/5
Portability 1.5/5
Autonomy 1/5

Specs

Processor: Intel Core i7-9750H

Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1660 Ti

Memory: 16.00 GB

Storage: 512.00 GB

Screen Size: 15.6"

Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

Dimensions: 36.55 x 25.40 x 2.16 cm
Weight: 2.350 kg

detailed info
US$1071.84 from Best Buy (New)
as of 2020-05-24 06:51:05, EDT

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$1750 - $2100
~$39/month
#1, Laptops ($1575 - $1925)

Dell XPS 15 7000 series laptop from US$1360;
~$1920 with accessories

This laptop packs a large battery and some powerful hardware in a package that's easy to carry. It's better suited for short high-performance sessions, but not... Read More about the XPS7590-nxps157590_s1608e
Device Ratings

by Laptops standards

Bang for the Buck 4/5
Versatility for the Price 4/5
Power 4.5/5
Storage 4/5
Portability 2/5
Autonomy 3.5/5

by All Smart Devices standards

Bang for the Buck 2.5/5
Versatility for the Price 4/5
Power 3.5/5
Storage 2.5/5
Portability 3/5
Autonomy 3/5

by Portable Laptops standards

Bang for the Buck 3.5/5
Versatility for the Price 4/5
Power 4.5/5
Storage 4/5
Portability 2/5
Autonomy 4/5

Specs

Processor: Intel Core i7-9750H

Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650

Memory: 16.00 GB

Storage: 512.00 GB

Screen Size: 15.6"

Screen Resolution: 3840×2160

Dimensions: 35.71 x 23.55 x 1.68 cm
Weight: 2.041 kg

detailed info
US$1357.67 from Dell (Canada) (New)
as of 2020-05-24 05:02:45, EDT

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