All Smart Devices
If it's got a "brain" it's listed here. You can, in theory, compare the processing power of a smartphone to a desktop computer. This category lets you do that. Is it a fair comparison? Hardly. So the ratings down here can be handy to see how different kinds of devices measure to one another. Just keep in mind that comparing devices within their own category is much more accurate.
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#11, Laptops (under $525)
Acer 11" Chromebook from US$200;
~$348 with accessoriesA 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
SpecsDevice Ratings
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy by All Smart Devices standards
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy Processor: Intel Celeron N3060Graphics: Intel HD GraphicsMemory: 4.00 GBStorage: 32.00 GBScreen Size: 11.6"Screen Resolution: 1366×768Dimensions: 29.40 x 20.40 x 1.87 cmWeight: 1.100 kgdetailed info from US$195.07 - US$195.07 from Canada Computers (Refurbished)as of 2020-08-08 05:23:25, EDT
- US$248.5 from Amazon (New)as of 2020-08-08 14:22:41, EDT
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Acer 11" Chromebook from US$180;
~$257 with accessoriesDesigned 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
SpecsDevice Ratings
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy by All Smart Devices standards
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy Processor: Intel Celeron N3060Graphics: Intel HD GraphicsMemory: 4.00 GBStorage: 16.00 GBScreen Size: 11.6"Screen Resolution: 1366×768Dimensions: 29.40 x 20.40 x 1.85 cmWeight: 1.100 kgdetailed info US$180 from Canada Computers (Refurbished)as of 2020-08-08 05:56:41, EDTPricing Accuracy
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#4, Laptops ($525 - $775)
Acer Aspire 5 from US$490;
~$670 with accessoriesThis cost-effective laptop bundles quite a few attractive features such as a fast drive, a full HD screen and a processor capable of handling most productivity... Read More about the A515-55-55R6
SpecsDevice Ratings
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy by All Smart Devices standards
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy Processor: Intel Core i5-1035G1Graphics: Intel UHD GraphicsMemory: 8.00 GBStorage: 256.00 GBScreen Size: 15.6"Screen Resolution: 1920×1080Dimensions: 36.34 x 25.05 x 1.80 cmWeight: 1.900 kgdetailed info US$489.54 from Best Buy (New)as of 2020-08-11 10:59:32, EDTPricing Accuracy
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#1, Laptops (under $525)
Acer Chromebook 311 from US$190;
~$268 with accessoriesChromebooks excel as easy-to-carry travel companions for those of us who need to remain connected on the go with a focus on online resources and the cloud, and... Read More about the CB311-9H-C0Z8
SpecsDevice Ratings
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy by All Smart Devices standards
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy Processor: Intel Celeron N4000Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 600Memory: 4.00 GBStorage: 64.00 GBScreen Size: 11.6"Screen Resolution: 1366×768Dimensions: 29.60 x 19.90 x 1.82 cmWeight: 1.100 kgdetailed info US$188.28 from Best Buy (New)as of 2020-08-11 12:23:32, EDTPricing Accuracy
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#6, Laptops (under $525)
Acer Chromebook Spin 11 from US$320;
~$438 with accessoriesHere's a rugged convertible Chromebook which, unlike some of its competitors can take photos (not selfies) in tablet mode.
SpecsDevice Ratings
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy by All Smart Devices standards
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy Processor: Intel Celeron N3350Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 500Memory: 4.00 GBStorage: 32.00 GBScreen Size: 11.6"Screen Resolution: 1366×768Dimensions: 29.60 x 20.60 x 2.09 cmWeight: 1.400 kgdetailed info from US$316.3 - US$316.3 from Staples (New)as of 2020-08-11 11:26:56, EDT
- US$316.3 from Staples (New)as of 2020-08-11 11:30:11, EDT
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#3, Laptops (under $525)
Acer Spin 11 Touchscreen Chromebook - Silver from US$2506%, Best price yet!
~$418 with accessoriesThis Chromebook is quite versatile, with the ability to fold onto itself to be used as a tablet - although a bulky one - or a laptop capable to give you the ful... Read More about the CP311-2H-C04Y
SpecsDevice Ratings
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy by All Smart Devices standards
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy Processor: Intel Celeron N4100Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 600Memory: 4.00 GBStorage: 32.00 GBScreen Size: 11.6"Screen Resolution: 1366×768Dimensions: 29.60 x 20.60 x 1.96 cmWeight: 1.188 kgdetailed info from US$248.53 - US$248.53 from Best Buy (Open Box)as of 2020-08-11 14:12:08, EDT
- US$301.26 from Costco (New)as of 2020-08-11 14:11:37, EDT
- US$338.91 from Acer (New)as of 2020-08-11 14:10:44, EDT
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#10, Laptops ($525 - $775)
Acer Spin 511 11.6" Touchscreen 2-in-1 Chromebook from US$4403%, Best price yet!
~$598 with accessoriesThis versatile Chromebook can flip backwards and turns into a tablet for those times where you do not need the keyboard.
SpecsDevice Ratings
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy by All Smart Devices standards
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy Processor: Intel Celeron N4000Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 600Memory: 4.00 GBStorage: 32.00 GBScreen Size: 11.6"Screen Resolution: 1366×768Dimensions: 29.59 x 20.60 x 1.99 cmWeight: 1.252 kgdetailed info US$436.82 from Best Buy (New)as of 2020-08-08 04:06:08, EDTPricing Accuracy
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#2, Tablets (under $500)
Amazon Fire HD 10 Tablet (2019) from US$160;
~$290 with accessoriesHere's an affordable tablet that doesn't compromise on software updates and long-term security. It's not the perfect product, but it's now a bit more powerful... Read More about the KFMAWI
SpecsDevice Ratings
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy by All Smart Devices standards
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy Processor: MediaTek MT8183Graphics: ARM Mali-G72Memory: 2.00 GBStorage: 32.00 GBScreen Size: 10.1"Screen Resolution: 1920×1200Dimensions: 26.20 x 15.90 x 0.98 cmWeight: 0.504 kgdetailed info from US$150.62 - US$150.62 from Amazon (New)as of 2020-08-11 13:23:10, EDT
- US$150.62 from Best Buy (New)as of 2020-08-11 13:23:42, EDT
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