Laptops for the Casual Worker
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.
HP x360 14-inch Touchscreen 2-in-1 Chromebook (14C-CA0030CA)
ranked #1 among Laptops priced under $1000
Who it's For
- Multitasker
- Casual Worker
Compared Overall
| Bang for the Buck | |
|---|---|
| Versatility | |
| Power | |
| Storage Space | |
| Portability | |
| Battery Autonomy |
Specs
Operating System
Android, Chrome OS
Screen
14", 1920×1080(FHD, 1080p, 2.1MP), IPS Display (incl. PLS, AHVA, etc.), Multiple Monitor Support, Touch Screen
CPU
Intel Core i3-10110U
GPU
Intel UHD Graphics
Memory
8 GB
Storage
128 GB total, Media Card Reader, eMMC Storage (slow)
Pricing
HP 14-inch Laptop (14-dq2088ca)
ranked #2 among Laptops priced under $1000
If you need a laptop to handle simple homework efficiently without breaking the bank, this model could be the answer.
Who it's For
- Casual Nomad
- Casual Worker
- Audio Editor
Compared Overall
| Bang for the Buck | |
|---|---|
| Versatility | |
| Power | |
| Storage Space | |
| Portability | |
| Battery Autonomy |
Specs
Operating System
Windows 10, Home Edition
Screen
14", 1366×768(1366 × 768, 1MP), Multiple Monitor Support
CPU
Intel Core i3-1115G4
GPU
Intel UHD Graphics
Memory
8 GB
Storage
512 GB total, Media Card Reader, Solid State (very fast)
Pricing
Asus VivoBook X515 15-inch Laptop (X515EA-DS59-CA)
ranked #3 among Laptops priced under $1000
This convenient laptop is powerful enough to handle demanding homework as well as other everyday tasks. It manages to be affordable while including al
Who it's For
- Aspiring Creative
- Photo Editor
- Multitasker
- Productivity-Focused User
Compared Overall
| Bang for the Buck | |
|---|---|
| Versatility | |
| Power | |
| Storage Space | |
| Portability | |
| Battery Autonomy |
Specs
Operating System
Windows 11, Home Edition
Screen
15", 1920×1080(FHD, 1080p, 2.1MP), Multiple Monitor Support
CPU
Intel Core i5-1135G7
GPU
Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Memory
8 GB
Storage
256 GB total, Solid State (very fast)
Pricing
HP 15-inch Laptop (15-dw3088ca)
ranked #4 among Laptops priced under $1000
Despite its humble price tag, this laptop makes a compelling option to handle homework and other everyday tasks.
Thanks to detailed documentation,
Who it's For
- Aspiring Creative
- Photo Editor
- Multitasker
- Productivity-Focused User
Compared Overall
| Bang for the Buck | |
|---|---|
| Versatility | |
| Power | |
| Storage Space | |
| Portability | |
| Battery Autonomy |
Specs
Operating System
Windows 11, Home Edition
Screen
15", 1920×1080(FHD, 1080p, 2.1MP), IPS Display (incl. PLS, AHVA, etc.), Multiple Monitor Support
CPU
Intel Core i3-1115G4
GPU
Intel UHD Graphics
Memory
8 GB
Storage
512 GB total, Media Card Reader, Solid State (very fast)
Pricing
Acer Vero 15-inch Eco-Friendly Laptop (AV15-51-55ZQ)
ranked #5 among Laptops priced under $1000
If you're interested in reducing the environmental impact of your digital activities but cannot afford some of the pricier options, this laptop might
Who it's For
- Aspiring Creative
- Photo Editor
- Multitasker
- Productivity-Focused User
Compared Overall
| Bang for the Buck | |
|---|---|
| Versatility | |
| Power | |
| Storage Space | |
| Portability | |
| Battery Autonomy |
Specs
Operating System
Windows 11, Home Edition
Screen
15", 1920×1080(FHD, 1080p, 2.1MP), IPS Display (incl. PLS, AHVA, etc.), Multiple Monitor Support
CPU
Intel Core i5-1155G7
GPU
Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Memory
8 GB
Storage
512 GB total, Solid State (very fast)
Pricing
HP 14-inch Laptop (14-fq0038ca)
ranked #7 among Laptops priced under $1000
This cost-efficient laptop could be a compelling option for everyday tasks and entertainment. It's not the most powerful PC out there, but it has a qu
Who it's For
- Multitasker
- Casual Worker
Compared Overall
| Bang for the Buck | |
|---|---|
| Versatility | |
| Power | |
| Storage Space | |
| Portability | |
| Battery Autonomy |
Specs
Operating System
Windows 10, Home Edition
Screen
14", 1920×1080(FHD, 1080p, 2.1MP), IPS Display (incl. PLS, AHVA, etc.), Multiple Monitor Support
CPU
AMD Ryzen 3 3250U
GPU
AMD Radeon Vega 3 Graphics
Memory
8 GB
Storage
512 GB total, Media Card Reader, Solid State (very fast)
Pricing
AMD 17-inch Laptop (17-cp0007ca)
ranked #8 among Laptops priced under $1000
This large laptop is a compelling computer if you need a computer at home but do not have room to dedicate to a PC. As one of the larger laptops out t
Who it's For
- Serious Multitasker
- Aspiring Creative
- Photo Editor
- Productivity-Focused User
Compared Overall
| Bang for the Buck | |
|---|---|
| Versatility | |
| Power | |
| Storage Space | |
| Portability | |
| Battery Autonomy |
Specs
Operating System
Windows 11, Home Edition
Screen
17", 1920×1080(FHD, 1080p, 2.1MP), IPS Display (incl. PLS, AHVA, etc.), Multiple Monitor Support
CPU
AMD Ryzen 3 5300U
GPU
AMD Radeon Vega 6 Graphics
Memory
12 GB
Storage
1.25 TB total, Solid State (very fast), 54000 RPM hard drive (slow)
Pricing
Acer 14-inch Chromebook 314 (CB314-1H-C1S4)
ranked #9 among Laptops priced under $1000
This Chromebook has a larger screen, helping readability without compromising ease of transportation too much.
Who it's For
- Casual Worker
Compared Overall
| Bang for the Buck | |
|---|---|
| Versatility | |
| Power | |
| Storage Space | |
| Portability | |
| Battery Autonomy |
Specs
Operating System
Linux, Android, Chrome OS
Screen
14", 1366×786(1366 × 786, 1.1MP), Multiple Monitor Support
CPU
Intel Celeron N4000
GPU
Intel UHD Graphics 600
Memory
4 GB
Storage
32 GB total, Media Card Reader, eMMC Storage (slow)
Pricing
Acer Chromebook 311 (CB311-9H-C29L)
ranked #10 among Laptops priced under $1000
Chromebooks excel as easy-to-carry travel companions for those of us who need to remain connected on the go, and this model is no exception. A USB-C d
Who it's For
- Multitasker
- Casual Worker
Compared Overall
| Bang for the Buck | |
|---|---|
| Versatility | |
| Power | |
| Storage Space | |
| Portability | |
| Battery Autonomy |
Specs
Operating System
Linux, Android, Chrome OS
Screen
12", 1920×1080(FHD, 1080p, 2.1MP), IPS Display (incl. PLS, AHVA, etc.), Multiple Monitor Support
CPU
Intel Celeron N4000
GPU
Intel UHD Graphics 600
Memory
4 GB
Storage
32 GB total, Media Card Reader
Pricing
Asus C523NA 15-inch Chromebook (C523NA-BB02-CB)
ranked #11 among Laptops priced under $1000
With an unusually large screen for a Chromebook, this model trades some of its portability to give the user additional room to work. If you find readi
Who it's For
- Casual Worker
Compared Overall
| Bang for the Buck | |
|---|---|
| Versatility | |
| Power | |
| Storage Space | |
| Portability | |
| Battery Autonomy |
Specs
Operating System
Android, Chrome OS
Screen
15", 1366×768(1366 × 768, 1MP), Multiple Monitor Support
CPU
Intel Celeron N3350
GPU
Intel HD Graphics 505
Memory
4 GB
Storage
64 GB total, Media Card Reader, eMMC Storage (slow)
Pricing
Asus ROG Zephyrus G15 15-inch Gaming Laptop (GA503QE-BH92-CB)
ranked #1 among Laptops priced over $1000
This laptop does a decent job both as a gaming PC and as a mobile workstation. The omission of a webcam is becoming more common for gaming laptops, an
Who it's For
- Serious Video Editor
- Road Warrior
- Serious Photo Editor
- Hardcore Graphic Designer
Compared Overall
| Bang for the Buck | |
|---|---|
| Versatility | |
| Power | |
| Storage Space | |
| Portability | |
| Battery Autonomy |
Specs
Operating System
Windows 10, Home Edition
Screen
15", 2560×1440(QHD, 3.7MP), FreeSync, IPS Display (incl. PLS, AHVA, etc.), Multiple Monitor Support
CPU
AMD Ryzen 9 5900HS
GPU
Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050 Ti, 4 GB
Memory
16 GB
Storage
1 TB total, Solid State (very fast)
Pricing
Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 3 15-inch Business Laptop (20YG003DUS)
ranked #2 among Laptops priced over $1000
This business-grade laptop is a natural fit for anyone with an appetite for productivity thanks to its powerful specs and speedy storage.
Thanks to
Who it's For
- Aspiring Creative
- Photo Editor
- Multitasker
- Productivity-Focused User
Compared Overall
| Bang for the Buck | |
|---|---|
| Versatility | |
| Power | |
| Storage Space | |
| Portability | |
| Battery Autonomy |
Specs
Operating System
Windows 10, Pro Edition
Screen
15", 1920×1080(FHD, 1080p, 2.1MP), IPS Display (incl. PLS, AHVA, etc.), Multiple Monitor Support
CPU
AMD Ryzen 7 5700U
GPU
AMD Radeon RX Vega 8
Memory
8 GB
Storage
256 GB total, Solid State (very fast)
Pricing
Gigabyte AORUS 17-inch Gaming Laptop (AORUS 17 XE4-73US514)
ranked #3 among Laptops priced over $1000
This laptop packs some serious horsepower, promising rich interactive experiences in demanding video games as well as video and graphical creations so
Who it's For
- Serious Video Editor
- Serious Photo Editor
- Serious Multitasker
- Gamer
Compared Overall
| Bang for the Buck | |
|---|---|
| Versatility | |
| Power | |
| Storage Space | |
| Portability | |
| Battery Autonomy |
Specs
Operating System
Windows 10, Home Edition
Screen
17", 1920×1080(FHD, 1080p, 2.1MP), IPS Display (incl. PLS, AHVA, etc.), Multiple Monitor Support
CPU
Intel Core i7-12700H
GPU
Nvidia Geforce RTX 3070 Ti, 8 GB
Memory
16 GB, Dual-Channel
Storage
1 TB total, Solid State (very fast)
Pricing
Asus TUF Dash 15-inch Gaming Laptop (TUF516PR-BS71-CB)
ranked #4 among Laptops priced over $1000
If you need a portable PC capable of handling games and other graphically intensive tasks, this laptop could well be worth a look. It's a bit lighter
Who it's For
- Serious Video Editor
- Road Warrior
- Serious Photo Editor
- Serious Multitasker
Compared Overall
| Bang for the Buck | |
|---|---|
| Versatility | |
| Power | |
| Storage Space | |
| Portability | |
| Battery Autonomy |
Specs
Operating System
Windows 10, Home Edition
Screen
15", 1920×1080(FHD, 1080p, 2.1MP), IPS Display (incl. PLS, AHVA, etc.), Multiple Monitor Support
CPU
Intel Core i7-11370H
GPU
Nvidia GeForce RTX 3070, 8 GB
Memory
16 GB
Storage
512 GB total, Solid State (very fast)
Pricing
Asus ROG Strix 15-inch Gaming Laptop (G513QY-DH99-CA)
ranked #5 among Laptops priced over $1000
If you need a gaming rig you can take out on the road, this could be a compelling solution. With fast storage and memory and a built-in gaming monitor
Who it's For
- Serious Video Editor
- Road Warrior
- Serious Photo Editor
- Serious Multitasker
Compared Overall
| Bang for the Buck | |
|---|---|
| Versatility | |
| Power | |
| Storage Space | |
| Portability | |
| Battery Autonomy |
Specs
Operating System
Windows 10, Home Edition
Screen
15", 1920×1080(FHD, 1080p, 2.1MP), FreeSync, IPS Display (incl. PLS, AHVA, etc.), Multiple Monitor Support
CPU
AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX
GPU
Acer Radeon RX 6800M, 12 GB
Memory
16 GB, Dual-Channel
Storage
512 GB total, Solid State (very fast)
Pricing
MSI GE76 Raider 17-inch Gaming Laptop (GE76 12UGS-268CA)
ranked #6 among Laptops priced over $1000
This powerful PC would be a bit cumbersome to carry around on a regular basis, but if you can't dedicate a spot for your gaming PC, this format works
Who it's For
- Serious Video Editor
- Serious Photo Editor
- Serious Multitasker
- Gamer
Compared Overall
| Bang for the Buck | |
|---|---|
| Versatility | |
| Power | |
| Storage Space | |
| Portability | |
| Battery Autonomy |
Specs
Operating System
Windows 11, Home Edition
Screen
17", 1920×1080(FHD, 1080p, 2.1MP), IPS Display (incl. PLS, AHVA, etc.), Multiple Monitor Support
CPU
Intel Core i7-12700H
GPU
Nvidia Geforce RTX 3070 Ti, 8 GB
Memory
32 GB
Storage
1 TB total, Media Card Reader, Solid State (very fast)
Pricing
Asus ROG Strix G15 15-inch Gaming Laptop (G513IC-BS71-CB)
ranked #7 among Laptops priced over $1000
If you've been looking for a cost-effective gaming PC, this laptop has a bit more graphical horsepower which will go a long way to make more games pla
Who it's For
- Serious Video Editor
- Serious Photo Editor
- Serious Multitasker
- Gamer
Compared Overall
| Bang for the Buck | |
|---|---|
| Versatility | |
| Power | |
| Storage Space | |
| Portability | |
| Battery Autonomy |
Specs
Operating System
Windows 11, Home Edition
Screen
15", 1920×1080(FHD, 1080p, 2.1MP), IPS Display (incl. PLS, AHVA, etc.), Multiple Monitor Support
CPU
AMD Ryzen 7 4800H
GPU
Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050, 4 GB
Memory
16 GB
Storage
512 GB total, Solid State (very fast)
Pricing
MSI Stealth GS66 12UHS-216CA 15-inch Gaming Laptop (GS66 12UHS216CA)
ranked #8 among Laptops priced over $1000
If you need a gaming PC you can take on the road with you and can afford to iron out most compromises, this could be the laptop you need.
Who it's For
- Serious Video Editor
- Serious Photo Editor
- Hardcore Graphic Designer
- Serious Multitasker
Compared Overall
| Bang for the Buck | |
|---|---|
| Versatility | |
| Power | |
| Storage Space | |
| Portability |
Specs
Operating System
Windows 11, Pro Edition
Screen
15", 3840×2160(4K, UHD, 8.3MP), IPS Display (incl. PLS, AHVA, etc.), Multiple Monitor Support
CPU
Intel Core i9-12900H
GPU
Nvidia Geforce RTX 3080 Ti, 16 GB
Memory
32 GB, Dual-Channel
Storage
1 TB total, Solid State (very fast)
Pricing
Asus TUF Gaming F15 15-inch Laptop (FX506LH-SS51-CB)
ranked #9 among Laptops priced over $1000
This laptop incorporates significantly more graphical horsepower than your run-of-the-mill PC without specializing all the way. As a result, you gain
Who it's For
- Serious Video Editor
- Serious Photo Editor
- Serious Multitasker
- Gamer
Compared Overall
| Bang for the Buck | |
|---|---|
| Versatility | |
| Power | |
| Storage Space | |
| Portability | |
| Battery Autonomy |
Specs
Operating System
Windows 11, Home Edition
Screen
15", 1920×1080(FHD, 1080p, 2.1MP), IPS Display (incl. PLS, AHVA, etc.), Multiple Monitor Support
CPU
Intel Core i5-10300H
GPU
Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650, 4 GB
Memory
16 GB
Storage
512 GB total, Solid State (very fast)
Pricing
Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 Business Laptop (20TD003KUS)
ranked #10 among Laptops priced over $1000
With an evident focus on the needs of businesses, this laptop might not have the most exciting look, but it is proven tech in a sturdy, easy-to-mainta
Who it's For
- Road Warrior
- Aspiring Creative
- Photo Editor
- Multitasker
Compared Overall
| Bang for the Buck | |
|---|---|
| Versatility | |
| Power | |
| Storage Space | |
| Portability | |
| Battery Autonomy |
Specs
Operating System
Windows 10, Pro Edition
Screen
15", 1920×1080(FHD, 1080p, 2.1MP), IPS Display (incl. PLS, AHVA, etc.), Multiple Monitor Support
CPU
Intel Core i5-1135G7
GPU
Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Memory
8 GB
Storage
256 GB total, Solid State (very fast)