Laptops
Laptops are the kings of versatility. Fully-featured to handle the same tasks as full-sized computers and yet small enough to carry around.
To achieve this, several compromises had to be made. You usually get less for your money with a laptop but if you need to work out of the house, a laptop is your best bet.
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#2, Laptops (under $300)
Acer 11" Chromebook from US$150;
~$288 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$149.58 - US$149.58 from Canada Computers (Refurbished)as of 2020-02-26 06:23:48, EST
- US$202.94 from Amazon (New)as of 2020-02-21 10:34:23, EST
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#4, Laptops (under $300)
Acer 11" Chromebook from US$140;
~$298 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 from US$135.29 - US$135.29 from Canada Computers (Refurbished)as of 2020-02-26 07:15:45, EST
- US$210.46 from Staples (New)as of 2020-02-24 13:34:46, EST
- US$210.46 from The Source (New)as of 2020-02-26 04:24:15, EST
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#4, Laptops ($300 - $500)
Acer 14" Chromebook from US$24014% cheaper than usual
~$339 with accessoriesThis is the laptop I've bought for myself. Capable of handling quite a bit of multitasking, it has a large screen, comfortable keyboard and lasts a while on a b... Read More about the CB3-431-C4VM
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 N3160Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 400Memory: 4.00 GBStorage: 32.00 GBScreen Size: 14"Screen Resolution: 1920×1080Dimensions: 34.11 x 23.65 x 1.70 cmWeight: 1.700 kgdetailed info US$239.98 from eBay (New)as of 2020-02-26 04:07:03, ESTPricing Accuracy
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#3, Laptops (under $300)
Acer 15" Chromebook from US$210;
~$290 with accessoriesChromebooks are well-suited to access the web simply and securely, it's an excellent fit as someone's 1st laptop, travel companion or if your needs away from yo... Read More about the CB3-532-C8QW
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: 15.6"Screen Resolution: 1366×768Dimensions: 38.30 x 25.60 x 2.41 cmWeight: 1.950 kgdetailed info from US$202.94 - US$202.94 from Staples (New)as of 2020-02-25 04:58:23, EST
- US$252.36 from Mike's Computer Shop (New)as of 2020-02-26 05:27:00, EST
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#7, Laptops ($300 - $500)
Acer Chromebook Spin 11 from US$21013% cheaper than usual
~$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 GBScreen Size: 11.6"Screen Resolution: 1366×768Dimensions: 29.60 x 20.60 x 2.09 cmWeight: 1.400 kgdetailed info from US$202.93 - US$202.93 from Newegg (Refurbished)as of 2020-02-26 08:59:23, EST
- US$315.69 from Staples (New)as of 2020-02-25 06:12:22, EST
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#6, Laptops ($300 - $500)
Acer Spin 11 Touchscreen Chromebook - Silver from US$310;
~$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$300.66 - US$300.66 from Best Buy (New)as of 2020-02-22 14:59:58, EST
- US$300.66 from Acer (New)as of 2020-02-21 10:42:43, EST
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#8, Laptops ($1025 - $1350)
Apple MacBook Air (13" 1.8GHz - 128GB) from US$910;
~$1220 with accessoriesThis netbook packs quite a lot of power and great battery autonomy in a diminutive package. It can't hold a lot of files, however, so it's better suited for pro... Read More about the MQD32LL/A
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 i5-5350UGraphics: Intel HD Graphics 6000Memory: 8.00 GBStorage: 128.00 GBScreen Size: 13.3"Screen Resolution: 1440×900Dimensions: 32.50 x 22.70 x 1.70 cmWeight: 1.350 kgdetailed info US$901.96 from Best Buy (New)as of 2020-02-25 14:16:20, ESTPricing Accuracy
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#10, Laptops ($1350 - $1825)
Apple MacBook Air (13" True tone 1.6GHz - 128GB) from US$1090;
~$1569 with accessoriesThe MacBook Air is Apple's premium line of netbooks, built for ease of transportation above all else. It makes a compelling travel companion. It could also be a... Read More about the MVFH2LL/A
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 Core i5-8210YGraphics: Intel UHD Graphics 617Memory: 8.00 GBStorage: 128.00 GBScreen Size: 13.3"Screen Resolution: 2560×1600Dimensions: 30.41 x 21.24 x 1.56 cmWeight: 1.250 kgdetailed info from US$1089.16 - US$1089.16 from Apple (New)as of 2020-02-26 04:06:44, EST
- US$1089.91 from Best Buy (New)as of 2020-02-26 04:20:59, EST
- US$1089.91 from London Drugs (New)as of 2020-02-21 10:11:04, EST
- US$1089.91 from Staples (New)as of 2020-02-26 06:15:36, EST
- US$1089.91 from The Source (New)as of 2020-02-26 05:34:54, EST
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