Hardware

Asus VivoBook 15 M515 (M515DA-BS31-CB)
This laptop won't break any speed records, but it's a cost-effective solution to handle everyday homework and going online.
Who it's For
- Casual Worker
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Specs
Operating System
Windows 10, Home Edition
Screen
15", 1366×798(1366 × 798, 1.1MP), 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

Lenovo IdeaPad 3i 15-inch Laptop (82H801ECCF)
This laptop was designed for cost-efficiency without sacrificing too much versatility. If you need a laptop for everyday tasks and want to avoid the c
Who it's For
- Aspiring Creative
- Multitasker
- Productivity-Focused User
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Specs
Operating System
Windows 11, Home Edition
Screen
15", 1920×1080(FHD, 1080p, 2.1MP), Multiple Monitor Support
CPU
Intel Pentium Gold 7505
GPU
Intel UHD Graphics
Memory
8 GB
Storage
256 GB total, Media Card Reader, Solid State (very fast)
Pricing

Lenovo Flex 5 13-in Touchscreen Chromebook (82B80012CF)
This versatile Chromebook can serve both as a netbook or tablet, and it could be a great fit if you're looking to remain connected, and maybe even pro
Who it's For
- Multitasker
- Casual Worker
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Specs
Operating System
Android, Chrome OS
Screen
13", 1920×1080(FHD, 1080p, 2.1MP), IPS Display (incl. PLS, AHVA, etc.), Multiple Monitor Support, Touch Screen
CPU
Intel Celeron 5205U
GPU
Intel UHD Graphics
Memory
4 GB
Storage
64 GB total, Media Card Reader, eMMC Storage (slow)
Pricing

Asus C523NA 15.6" Chromebook (C523NA-BS01-CB)
With an unusually large screen for a Chromebook, this model could be of interest if you care less about portability than having space to work. This co
Who it's For
- Casual Worker
Compared Overall
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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

Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14-inch Netbook (82GW0047CF)
ranked #8 among Laptops priced under $400
Built for price-effectiveness above all, this laptop might still be worth a look if you're happy with products from the Microsoft store. It's not a po
Who it's For
- Casual Worker
Compared Overall
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Specs
Operating System
Windows 10, S Edition
Screen
14", 1366×768(1366 × 768, 1MP), Multiple Monitor Support
CPU
AMD 3020e
GPU
AMD Radeon Vega 3 Graphics
Memory
4 GB
Storage
64 GB total, Media Card Reader, eMMC Storage (slow)
Pricing

Acer 14-inch Chromebook 314 (CB314-1H-C1S4)
ranked #5 among Laptops priced under $400
This Chromebook has a larger screen, helping readability without compromising ease of transportation too much.
Who it's For
- Casual Worker
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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

Nintendo Switch Lite (HDH-001)
This smaller version of the Nintendo Switch is dedicated to mobile gaming. So you do lose the option to connect this version of the console to the TV
Who it's For
- Gamer
Compared Overall
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Specs
Operating System
Nintendo Switch
Screen
6", 1280×720(WXGA, 720p, 0.9MP), Touch Screen
CPU
Nvidia Tegra X1
GPU
Nvidia Maxwell 256
Memory
4 GB
Storage
32 GB total, Media Card Reader
Pricing

Acer Spin 11-inch Convertible Chromebook (CP311-3H-K9K9)
ranked #1 among Laptops priced under $400
This versatile Chromebook offers a great experience for the price and is a compelling option if you can`t quite decide between getting a netbook or a
Who it's For
- Casual Worker
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Specs
Operating System
Android, Chrome OS
Screen
12", 1366×768(1366 × 768, 1MP), IPS Display (incl. PLS, AHVA, etc.), Multiple Monitor Support, Touch Screen
CPU
MediaTek MT8183
GPU
ARM Mali-G72
Memory
4 GB
Storage
64 GB total
Pricing

Acer Chromebook 311 (CB311-9H-C29L)
ranked #3 among Laptops priced under $400
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
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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

Lenovo 14-inch IdeaPad 3 Chromebook (82KN0002CF)
ranked #4 among Laptops priced under $400
Even by Chromebook standards, this netbook is a bit humble, but it's a cost-efficient solution for everyday needs.
A few characteristics could impe
Who it's For
- Casual Worker
Compared Overall
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Power | |
Storage Space | |
Portability | |
Battery Autonomy |
Specs
Operating System
Linux, Android, Chrome OS
Screen
14", 1366×768(1366 × 768, 1MP), Multiple Monitor Support
CPU
MediaTek MT8183
GPU
ARM Mali-G72
Memory
4 GB
Storage
32 GB total, Media Card Reader, eMMC Storage (slow)
Pricing

HP 14in Chromebook (14a-NA0010ca)
ranked #6 among Laptops priced under $400
This Chromebook offers a pretty compelling solution if you're looking to handle everyday communication and connectivity away from your main rig.
Who it's For
- Casual Worker
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Specs
Operating System
Android, Chrome OS
Screen
14", 1366×768(1366 × 768, 1MP), Multiple Monitor Support, VA or SVA Display
CPU
Intel Celeron N4000
GPU
Intel UHD Graphics 600
Memory
4 GB
Storage
64 GB total, eMMC Storage (slow), Micro SD Storage Expansion
Pricing

Asus L410 14-inch NetBook (L410MA-SH01-CB)
ranked #10 among Laptops priced under $400
This laptop is all about cost-effectiveness, and if you're strapped for cash, it could be a compelling option, especially if you're a patient person c
Who it's For
- Multitasker
- Casual Worker
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Specs
Operating System
Windows 10, S Edition
Screen
14", 1920×1080(FHD, 1080p, 2.1MP), Multiple Monitor Support
CPU
Intel Celeron N4020
GPU
Intel UHD Graphics 600
Memory
4 GB
Storage
64 GB total, Media Card Reader, eMMC Storage (slow)
Pricing

Asus C523NA 15.6" Chromebook (Touch) (C523NA-DH02)
ranked #11 among Laptops priced under $400
With an unusually large screen for a Chromebook, this model trades some of its portability to give the user a larger picture to work with (but not nec
Who it's For
- Casual Worker
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Storage Space | |
Portability | |
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Specs
Operating System
Android, Chrome OS
Screen
15", 1366×768(1366 × 768, 1MP), Multiple Monitor Support
CPU
Intel Celeron N3350
GPU
Intel HD Graphics 500
Memory
4 GB
Storage
32 GB total, Media Card Reader, eMMC Storage (slow)
Pricing

HP 14-inch Laptop (14-fq0008ca)
ranked #9 among Laptops priced under $400
This laptop is as modest as it gets, but if you need more versatility than a Chromebook can offer, this could be worth a look.
Luckily, this laptop
Who it's For
- Casual Worker
Compared Overall
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Portability | |
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Specs
Operating System
Windows 10, S Edition
Screen
14", 1366×768(1366 × 768, 1MP), Multiple Monitor Support
CPU
AMD 3020e
GPU
AMD Radeon Vega 3 Graphics
Memory
4 GB
Storage
64 GB total, Media Card Reader, eMMC Storage (slow)
Pricing

Nintendo Switch (HAC-001(-01))
The Nintendo Switch is the game console you can either use in the living room as a "regular" game console, or on the move as a tablet. This slight rev
Who it's For
- Serious Gamer
Compared Overall
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Specs
Operating System
Nintendo Switch
Screen
6", 1280×720(WXGA, 720p, 0.9MP), IPS Display (incl. PLS, AHVA, etc.), Touch Screen
CPU
Nvidia Tegra X1
GPU
Nvidia Maxwell 256
Memory
4 GB
Storage
32 GB total, Media Card Reader
Pricing

Microsoft Xbox Series S
This compact, cost-reduced edition of the Xbox Series X does away with the BluRay drive and the extra horsepower required to run games at 4K resolutio
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Specs
Operating System
Xbox Series X | S
CPU
AMD XBox series S
GPU
AMD XBox series S
Memory
10 GB
Storage
512 GB total, Blu-ray Drive, Solid State (very fast)
Pricing

Lenovo S345 14-inch Chromebook (81WX000UCC)
ranked #7 among Laptops priced under $400
This Chromebook is a bit larger than its counterparts and features a full HD screen as well, making it an even more attractive option to watch movies
Who it's For
- Multitasker
- Casual Worker
Compared Overall
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Specs
Operating System
Android, Chrome OS
Screen
14", 1920×1080(FHD, 1080p, 2.1MP), IPS Display (incl. PLS, AHVA, etc.), Multiple Monitor Support
CPU
AMD A6-9220C
GPU
AMD Radeon R5 Graphics
Memory
4 GB
Storage
64 GB total, Media Card Reader, eMMC Storage (slow)
Pricing

Asus C523NA 15-inch Chromebook (C523NA-BB02-CB)
ranked #12 among Laptops priced under $400
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
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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

Lenovo IdeaPad Duet 10.1" Touchscreen 2-in-1 Chromebook (ZA6F0008CA)
This affordable tablet has a lot to offer, with a full-featured web browser, access to the Android App Store. Thanks to the bundled cover, it's also s
Who it's For
- Multitasker
- Casual Worker
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Specs
Operating System
Android, Chrome OS
Screen
10", 1920×1200(1920 × 1200, 2.3MP), IPS Display (incl. PLS, AHVA, etc.), Touch Screen
CPU
MediaTek Helio P60T
GPU
ARM Mali-G72
Memory
4 GB
Storage
128 GB total, eMMC Storage (slow)
Pricing

Lenovo S345 14-inch Chromebook (81WX0012CF)
ranked #10 among Laptops priced $400-1000
This Chromebook is a bit larger than its counterparts and features a full HD screen as well, making it an even more attractive option to watch movies
Who it's For
- Multitasker
- Casual Worker
Compared Overall
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Versatility | |
Power | |
Storage Space | |
Portability | |
Battery Autonomy |
Specs
Operating System
Android, Chrome OS
Screen
14", 1920×1080(FHD, 1080p, 2.1MP), Multiple Monitor Support
CPU
AMD A6-9220C
GPU
AMD Radeon R5 Graphics
Memory
4 GB
Storage
64 GB total, Media Card Reader, eMMC Storage (slow)