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 - $200
~$6/month
Acer 11" Chromebook from $1304%, Best price yet!
~$219 with accessories

A netbook to safely go online for a minimal investment. If you mostly want to check your emails, social media, and streaming videos, this Chromebook should do t... Read More about the CB3-131-C3QF
- the Media Consumer
Device Ratings

by Laptops standards

Bang for the Buck 3/5
Versatility for the Price 5/5
Power 0.5/5
Storage 0.5/5
Portability 4/5
Autonomy 3.5/5

by Netbooks standards

Bang for the Buck 4.5/5
Versatility for the Price 5/5
Power 2/5
Storage 2/5
Portability 3.5/5
Autonomy 2.5/5

by All Smart Devices standards

Bang for the Buck 3/5
Versatility for the Price 5/5
Power 0.5/5
Storage 0.5/5
Portability 3.5/5
Autonomy 3/5

Specs

Processor: Intel Celeron N2840

Graphics: Intel HD Graphics

Memory: 2.00 GB

Storage: 16.00 GB

Screen Size: 11.6"

Screen Resolution: 1366×768

Dimensions: 29.40 x 20.40 x 1.86 cm
Weight: 1.10 kg

detailed info
$129.00 from Canada Computers (Refurbished)
as of 2018-10-17 06:19:28, EDT

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$200 - $300
~$10/month
Acer 11" Chromebook from $23015%, Best price yet!
~$341 with accessories

A netbook well-suited to access the web simply and securely. If you mostly want a laptop to check your Emails, social media, and streaming videos, this is a cos... Read More about the CB3-132-C5GZ
- the Casual Nomad
- the Media Consumer
Device Ratings

by Laptops standards

Bang for the Buck 2/5
Versatility for the Price 5/5
Power 1/5
Storage 0.5/5
Portability 4/5
Autonomy 3.5/5

by Netbooks standards

Bang for the Buck 3.5/5
Versatility for the Price 4.5/5
Power 3.5/5
Storage 3/5
Portability 3.5/5
Autonomy 2.5/5

by All Smart Devices standards

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

Specs

Processor: Intel Celeron N3060

Graphics: Intel HD Graphics

Memory: 4.00 GB

Storage: 32.00 GB

Screen Size: 11.6"

Screen Resolution: 1366×768

Dimensions: 29.40 x 20.40 x 1.87 cm
Weight: 1.10 kg
detailed info from $229.99
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$300 - $400
~$8/month
Dell Inspiron 15" 3000 Series Touch from $40027%, Best price yet!
~$540 with accessories

A cost-efficient laptop built to handle "the usual." An option worth considering, especially if waiting for stuff to load is an acceptable compromise for you, a... Read More about the i3567-3408BLK-PCA
Device Ratings

by Laptops standards

Bang for the Buck 5/5
Versatility for the Price 5/5
Power 1.5/5
Storage 4/5
Portability 2/5
Autonomy 2/5

by All Smart Devices standards

Bang for the Buck 4.5/5
Versatility for the Price 5/5
Power 2/5
Storage 4/5
Portability 2/5
Autonomy 1.5/5

by Portable Laptops standards

Bang for the Buck 5/5
Versatility for the Price 5/5
Power 1/5
Storage 4.5/5
Portability 1.5/5
Autonomy 2/5

Specs

Processor: Intel Core i3-7130U

Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 620

Memory: 8.00 GB

Storage: 1 TB

Screen Size: 15.6"

Screen Resolution: 1366×768

Dimensions: 37.85 x 25.91 x 2.36 cm
Weight: 2.20 kg
detailed info from $399.99
- $399.99 from Best Buy (Open Box)
  as of 2018-10-17 06:02:48, EDT
- $499.95 from Best Buy (New)
  as of 2018-10-17 06:02:10, EDT
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$400 - $500
~$10/month
Dell Inspiron 15" 3000 Series Touch from $500;
~$646 with accessories

This laptop is built for cost-efficiency rather than performance but still, it will handle "the usual" rather well and is worth considering for the right price.
Device Ratings

by Laptops standards

Bang for the Buck 4.5/5
Versatility for the Price 3/5
Power 1.5/5
Storage 4/5
Portability 1.5/5
Autonomy 2/5

by Netbooks standards

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

by All Smart Devices standards

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

by Portable Laptops standards

Bang for the Buck 4.5/5
Versatility for the Price 3.5/5
Power 0.5/5
Storage 4.5/5
Portability 1/5
Autonomy 1.5/5

Specs

Processor: Intel Core i3-7100U

Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 620

Memory: 8.00 GB

Storage: 1 TB

Screen Size: 15.6"

Screen Resolution: 1366×768

Dimensions: 38.91 x 27.48 x 2.36 cm
Weight: 2.62 kg
detailed info from $499.99
- $499.99 from Best Buy (Open Box)
  as of 2018-10-17 06:52:36, EDT
- $610.05 from Amazon (New)
  as of 2018-10-17 05:59:04, EDT
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$500 - $600
~$11/month
HP 15" Laptop from $53021% cheaper than usual
~$620 with accessories

This laptop offers a little extra but remains a cost-effective product. It's worth considering if you need a computer to handle a bit more than the basics.
Device Ratings

by Laptops standards

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

by All Smart Devices standards

Bang for the Buck 4.5/5
Versatility for the Price 5/5
Power 2/5
Storage 4/5
Portability 2.5/5
Autonomy 1/5

by Portable Laptops standards

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

Specs

Processor: AMD Ryzen 3 2200U

Graphics: AMD Radeon 530 Graphics

Memory: 8.00 GB

Storage: 1 TB

Screen Size: 15.6"

Screen Resolution: 1366×768

Dimensions: 37.60 x 24.60 x 2.25 cm
Weight: 1.77 kg

detailed info
$529.99 from Staples (New)
as of 2018-10-17 06:01:31, EDT

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$600 - $700
~$14/month
Asus Vivobook 15" Laptop from $65019%, Best price yet!
~$840 with accessories

An excellent laptop for productivity, multitasking and mainstream entertainment.
Device Ratings

by Laptops standards

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

by All Smart Devices standards

Bang for the Buck 4.5/5
Versatility for the Price 5/5
Power 3.5/5
Storage 2.5/5
Portability 2.5/5
Autonomy 2/5

by Portable Laptops standards

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

Specs

Processor: Intel Core i5-8250U

Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 620

Memory: 8.00 GB

Storage: 256.00 GB

Screen Size: 15.6"

Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

Dimensions: 36.07 x 24.38 x 2.03 cm
Weight: 1.68 kg
detailed info from $649.99
- $649.99 from Best Buy (Open Box)
  as of 2018-10-17 11:25:34, EDT
- $849.99 from Best Buy (New)
  as of 2018-10-17 11:24:20, EDT
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$700 - $850
~$13/month
Dell Inspiron 13" Convertible Laptop from $8308%, Best price yet!
~$919 with accessories

A versatile and easy-to-carry convertible laptop for everyday needs and multimedia... Read More about the i5379-7302GRY-PUS
Device Ratings

by Laptops standards

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

by Tablets standards

Bang for the Buck 5/5
Versatility for the Price 5/5
Power 5/5
Storage 4.5/5
Portability 1.5/5
Autonomy 2/5

by All Smart Devices standards

Bang for the Buck 4.5/5
Versatility for the Price 4.5/5
Power 3.5/5
Storage 2.5/5
Portability 3/5
Autonomy 2.5/5

by Portable Laptops standards

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

by Large Tablets standards

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

Specs

Processor: Intel Core i7-8550U

Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 620

Memory: 8.00 GB

Storage: 256.00 GB

Screen Size: 13.3"

Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

Dimensions: 32.48 x 22.44 x 2.02 cm
Weight: 1.69 kg

detailed info
$829.00 from Microsoft (New)
as of 2018-10-17 11:24:02, EDT

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$850 - $1000
~$21/month
Asus FX504GD 15" Gaming Laptop from $1000;
~$1109 with accessories

This gaming laptop is an affordable option if you're seeking a graphically capable PC for creativity purposes or if you're not interested in playing the most de... Read More about the FX504GD-RS51
Device Ratings

by Laptops standards

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

by All Smart Devices standards

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

by Portable Laptops standards

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

Specs

Processor: Intel Core i5-8300H

Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050

Memory: 8.00 GB

Storage: 1 TB

Screen Size: 15.6"

Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

Dimensions: 38.40 x 26.20 x 2.50 cm
Weight: 2.20 kg
detailed info from $999.00
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$1000 - $1200
~$20/month
Dell Inspiron 15" Gaming Laptop from $105025% cheaper than usual
~$1380 with accessories

A capable laptop for creative tasks and quite a bit of gaming which employs a few cost-cutting measures to attempt to go a bit easier on your wallet.
Device Ratings

by Laptops standards

Bang for the Buck 5/5
Versatility for the Price 5/5
Power 4.5/5
Storage 4.5/5
Portability 1.5/5
Autonomy 2/5

by All Smart Devices standards

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

by Portable Laptops standards

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

Specs

Processor: Intel Core i7-7700HQ

Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050

Memory: 16.00 GB

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

Screen Size: 15.6"

Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

Dimensions: 39.88 x 26.49 x 2.51 cm
Weight: 2.57 kg
detailed info from $1049.99
- $1049.99 from Newegg (New)
  as of 2018-10-17 06:13:12, EDT
- $1529.99 from Amazon (New)
  as of 2018-10-17 05:48:05, EDT
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$1200 - $1450
~$21/month
Asus ZenBook Flip UX561UA from $1300;
~$1390 with accessories

A versatile 2-in-1, this laptop balances features and ease of transportation.
Device Ratings

by Laptops standards

Bang for the Buck 4.5/5
Versatility for the Price 3/5
Power 3.5/5
Storage 2.5/5
Portability 2.5/5
Autonomy 2/5

by Tablets standards

Bang for the Buck 5/5
Versatility for the Price 3/5
Power 4.5/5
Storage 4.5/5
Portability 0.5/5
Autonomy 0.5/5

by All Smart Devices standards

Bang for the Buck 4/5
Versatility for the Price 3/5
Power 3.5/5
Storage 3/5
Portability 2.5/5
Autonomy 1.5/5

by Portable Laptops standards

Bang for the Buck 4/5
Versatility for the Price 3/5
Power 3.5/5
Storage 2.5/5
Portability 2.5/5
Autonomy 2/5

by Large Tablets standards

Bang for the Buck 5/5
Versatility for the Price 3.5/5
Power 4.5/5
Storage 4.5/5
Portability 0.5/5
Autonomy 0/5

Specs

Processor: Intel Core i5-8250U

Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 620

Memory: 8.00 GB

Storage: 512.00 GB

Screen Size: 15.6"

Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

Dimensions: 36.32 x 24.64 x 2.03 cm
Weight: 1.91 kg

detailed info
$1299.99 from Staples (New)
as of 2018-10-17 11:59:12, EDT

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$1450 - $1750
~$34/month
MSI GP63 Leopard 15" Gaming Laptop from $1690;
~$1844 with accessories

This laptop is relatively light for a gaming laptop, and if you need to carry a laptop this powerful on a regular basis, this could be a compelling product... Read More about the GP63 8RE-202CA
Device Ratings

by Laptops standards

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

by All Smart Devices standards

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

by Portable Laptops standards

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

Specs

Processor: Intel Core i7-8750H

Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060

Memory: 16.00 GB

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

Screen Size: 15.6"

Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

Dimensions: 38.28 x 25.98 x 2.89 cm
Weight: 2.20 kg
detailed info from $1684.00
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$1750 - $2100
~$40/month
Asus ROG Strix Hero II, 15" Gaming Laptop from $19005%, Best price yet!
~$1990 with accessories

An excellent laptop for the PC Gamer away from home, it's compact enough to carry around on a regular basis but is capable of running the most demanding games a... Read More about the GL504GM-BB71-CB
Device Ratings

by Laptops standards

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

by All Smart Devices standards

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

by Portable Laptops standards

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

Specs

Processor: Intel Core i7-8750H

Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060

Memory: 16.00 GB

Storage: 1 TB + 256 GB (~1.25 TB)

Screen Size: 15.6"

Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

Dimensions: 39.12 x 26.67 x 2.29 cm
Weight: 2.22 kg

detailed info
$1899.99 from Best Buy (New)
as of 2018-10-17 11:22:19, EDT

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