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.

Showing 1-20 of 28 items.

Asus C523NA 15-inch Chromebook (C523NA-BB02-CB)

ranked #9 among Laptops priced under $750

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	5th percentile
Versatility	65th percentile
Power	7th percentile
Storage Space	24th percentile
Portability	78th percentile
Battery Autonomy	57th percentile

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

Typically sells for C$369. You could save 19% right now.

C$299.97 from Best Buy

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Acer 14-inch Chromebook 314 (CB314-1H-C1S4)

ranked #8 among Laptops priced under $750

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	11th percentile
Versatility	46th percentile
Power	11th percentile
Storage Space	7th percentile
Portability	72th percentile
Battery Autonomy	63th percentile

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

Typically sells for C$369.

C$369.99 from Staples

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Asus X515 15-inch Laptop (X515JA-SB39-CB)

ranked #20 among Laptops priced over $750

This convenient laptop makes a compelling solution for homework and other everyday tasks. It remains affordable while including all the features I'd c

Who it's For

Aspiring Creative
Photo Editor
Multitasker
Productivity-Focused User

And more!

Compared Overall

Bang for the Buck	15th percentile
Versatility	80th percentile
Power	32th percentile
Storage Space	74th percentile
Portability	57th percentile
Battery Autonomy	65th percentile

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 i3-1005G1

GPU

Intel UHD Graphics

Memory

8 GB

Storage

512 GB total, Solid State (very fast)

Pricing

Typically sells for C$749.

C$749.99 from Staples

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Acer Chromebook 311 (CB311-9H-C29L)

ranked #7 among Laptops priced under $750

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	19th percentile
Versatility	93th percentile
Power	11th percentile
Storage Space	7th percentile
Portability	93th percentile
Battery Autonomy	53th percentile

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

Typically sells for C$260.

C$280.68 from Amazon

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HP 14-inch Laptop (14-fq0038ca)

ranked #6 among Laptops priced under $750

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	20th percentile
Versatility	20th percentile
Power	30th percentile
Storage Space	74th percentile
Portability	84th percentile
Battery Autonomy	12th percentile

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

Typically sells for C$579.

C$679.99 from HP

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Asus ExpertBook P1 15-inch professional laptop (P1510CJA-C51P-CA)

ranked #19 among Laptops priced over $750

This laptop is a compelling solution for productivity and has a few enterprise-class features.

Under the hood, I have a few notes: a bit of RAM is

Who it's For

Aspiring Creative
Photo Editor
Multitasker
Productivity-Focused User

And more!

Compared Overall

Bang for the Buck	26th percentile
Versatility	31th percentile
Power	38th percentile
Storage Space	74th percentile
Portability	49th percentile
Battery Autonomy	33th percentile

Specs

Operating System

Windows 10, Pro Edition

Screen

15", 1920×1080(FHD, 1080p, 2.1MP), Multiple Monitor Support

CPU

Intel Core i5-1035G1

GPU

Intel Iris Plus Graphics

Memory

8 GB, Dual-Channel

Storage

512 GB total, Media Card Reader, Solid State (very fast)

Pricing

Typically sells for C$1,199.

C$1,199.99 from Staples

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Samsung Galaxy Book 2 Pro 15-inch laptop (NP950XED-KA1CA)

ranked #18 among Laptops priced over $750

This attractive laptop is a great fit for anyone spending little time working from their desk with its thin design, good battery life and a screen mor

Who it's For

Road Warrior
Aspiring Creative
Photo Editor
Multitasker

And more!

Compared Overall

Bang for the Buck	28th percentile
Versatility	42th percentile
Power	50th percentile
Storage Space	39th percentile
Portability	95th percentile
Battery Autonomy	92th percentile

Specs

Operating System

Windows 11, Home Edition

Screen

15", 1920×1080(FHD, 1080p, 2.1MP), Multiple Monitor Support, OLED Display

CPU

Intel Core i5-1240P

GPU

Intel Iris Xe Graphics

Memory

8 GB

Storage

256 GB total, Media Card Reader, Solid State (very fast)

Pricing

Typically sells for C$1,669. You could save 22% right now.

C$1,669.99 from Samsung C$1,669.99 from The Source C$1,299.99 from Amazon

And more!

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Asus ExpertBook P1 15-inch professional laptop (P1510CJA-C71P-CA)

ranked #17 among Laptops priced over $750

This laptop is a pretty compelling solution for productivity and has a few enterprise-class features.

A few things are missing to make me happy: a

Who it's For

Serious Multitasker
Aspiring Creative
Photo Editor
Productivity-Focused User

And more!

Compared Overall

Bang for the Buck	30th percentile
Versatility	59th percentile
Power	39th percentile
Storage Space	74th percentile
Portability	49th percentile
Battery Autonomy	29th percentile

Specs

Operating System

Windows 10, Pro Edition

Screen

15", 1920×1080(FHD, 1080p, 2.1MP), Multiple Monitor Support

CPU

Intel Core i7-1065G7

GPU

Intel Iris Plus Graphics

Memory

12 GB

Storage

512 GB total, Media Card Reader, Solid State (very fast)

Pricing

Typically sells for C$999. You could save 1% right now.

C$988.00 from Amazon

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Asus VivoBook X515 15-inch Laptop (X515EA-BB53-CB)

ranked #16 among Laptops priced over $750

This convenient laptop is powerful enough to handle complex homework and other everyday tasks. It remains affordable while including all the features

Who it's For

Aspiring Creative
Photo Editor
Multitasker
Productivity-Focused User

And more!

Compared Overall

Bang for the Buck	32th percentile
Versatility	69th percentile
Power	46th percentile
Storage Space	74th percentile
Portability	61th percentile
Battery Autonomy	41th percentile

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

512 GB total, Solid State (very fast)

Pricing

Typically sells for C$799.

C$799.99 from Best Buy

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Asus VivoBook X515 15-inch Laptop (X515EA-DS59-CA)

ranked #5 among Laptops priced under $750

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

And more!

Compared Overall

Bang for the Buck	34th percentile
Versatility	70th percentile
Power	46th percentile
Storage Space	39th percentile
Portability	61th percentile
Battery Autonomy	41th percentile

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

Typically sells for C$649.

C$799.99 from Memory Express C$798.98 from Amazon C$799.00 from Visions Electronics

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HP x360 14-inch Touchscreen 2-in-1 Chromebook (14C-CA0030CA)

ranked #15 among Laptops priced over $750

Who it's For

Multitasker
Casual Worker

Compared Overall

Bang for the Buck	35th percentile
Versatility	12th percentile
Power	28th percentile
Storage Space	27th percentile
Portability	76th percentile
Battery Autonomy	90th percentile

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

Typically sells for C$799.

C$799.99 from The Source

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HP x360 14-inch Chromebook (14c-ca0020ca)

ranked #3 among Laptops priced under $750

This Chromebook can fold onto itself for those times a keyboard would get in the way, making it an attractive solution if you've been looking for a la

Who it's For

Multitasker
Casual Worker

Compared Overall

Bang for the Buck	36th percentile
Versatility	36th percentile
Power	26th percentile
Storage Space	24th percentile
Portability	76th percentile
Battery Autonomy	90th percentile

Specs

Operating System

Linux, 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

4 GB

Storage

64 GB total, Media Card Reader, eMMC Storage (slow)

Pricing

Typically sells for C$550.

C$555.79 from Amazon

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Acer Vero 15-inch Eco-Friendly Laptop (AV15-51-55ZQ)

ranked #2 among Laptops priced under $750

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

And more!

Compared Overall

Bang for the Buck	38th percentile
Versatility	84th percentile
Power	41th percentile
Storage Space	74th percentile
Portability	68th percentile
Battery Autonomy	47th percentile

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

Typically sells for C$699.

C$899.99 from Visions Electronics C$699.99 from London Drugs C$699.99 from The Source

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MSI Stealth GS66 12UHS-216CA 15-inch Gaming Laptop (GS66 12UHS216CA)

ranked #14 among Laptops priced over $750

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

And more!

Compared Overall

Bang for the Buck	39th percentile
Versatility	7th percentile
Power	100th percentile
Storage Space	91th percentile
Portability	51th percentile

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

Typically sells for C$4,699.

C$4,699.99 from Staples C$4,699.00 from Newegg C$4,699.99 from The Source

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HP 14-inch Laptop (14-dq2088ca)

ranked #1 among Laptops priced under $750

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	42th percentile
Versatility	76th percentile
Power	35th percentile
Storage Space	74th percentile
Portability	80th percentile
Battery Autonomy	80th percentile

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

Typically sells for C$549. You could save 14% right now.

C$469.99 from Best Buy

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AMD 17-inch Laptop (17-cp0007ca)

ranked #13 among Laptops priced over $750

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

And more!

Compared Overall

Bang for the Buck	43th percentile
Versatility	86th percentile
Power	36th percentile
Storage Space	95th percentile
Portability	46th percentile
Battery Autonomy	8th percentile

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

Typically sells for C$729.

C$799.99 from Staples C$729.99 from HP

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Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 Business Laptop (20TD003KUS)

ranked #12 among Laptops priced over $750

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

And more!

Compared Overall

Bang for the Buck	45th percentile
Versatility	50th percentile
Power	46th percentile
Storage Space	39th percentile
Portability	65th percentile
Battery Autonomy	78th percentile

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)

Pricing

Typically sells for C$949.

C$999.99 from Memory Express

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MSI GE76 Raider 17-inch Gaming Laptop (GE76 12UGS-268CA)

ranked #11 among Laptops priced over $750

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

And more!

Compared Overall

Bang for the Buck	46th percentile
Versatility	15th percentile
Power	89th percentile
Storage Space	91th percentile
Portability	34th percentile
Battery Autonomy	6th percentile

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

Typically sells for C$2,899.

C$2,899.99 from Best Buy

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Gigabyte AORUS 17-inch Gaming Laptop (AORUS 17 XE4-73US514)

ranked #10 among Laptops priced over $750

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

And more!

Compared Overall

Bang for the Buck	50th percentile
Versatility	15th percentile
Power	95th percentile
Storage Space	91th percentile
Portability	42th percentile
Battery Autonomy	4th percentile

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

Typically sells for C$2,899.

C$2,899.99 from Newegg

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Asus TUF Dash 15-inch Gaming Laptop (TUF516PR-BS71-CB)

ranked #9 among Laptops priced over $750

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

And more!

Compared Overall

Bang for the Buck	51th percentile
Versatility	51th percentile
Power	72th percentile
Storage Space	74th percentile
Portability	53th percentile
Battery Autonomy	76th percentile

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

Typically sells for C$1,799.

C$1,799.95 from Best Buy C$1,499.99 from Best Buy

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