Hardware

Name

Model Number

Asus ROG Strix 15-inch Gaming Laptop (G513QY-DS91-CA)

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 Gamer
Serious Multitasker

And more!

Compared Overall

Bang for the Buck	95th percentile
Versatility	74th percentile
Power	96th percentile
Storage Space	73th percentile
Portability	46th percentile
Battery Autonomy	58th percentile

Specs

Operating System

Windows

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

C$1,699.99 from Best Buy

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Acer Nitro 5 15-inch Gaming Laptop (AN515-55-5917)

Suppose you're craving your favourite PC game or need to get some graphical work done in places where a desktop PC would be impractical. In that case,

Who it's For

Serious Gamer
Video Editor
Graphic Designer
Multitasker

And more!

Compared Overall

Bang for the Buck	90th percentile
Versatility	82th percentile
Power	67th percentile
Storage Space	73th percentile
Portability	4th percentile
Battery Autonomy	31th percentile

Specs

Operating System

Windows

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

8 GB

Storage

512 GB total, Solid State (very fast)

Pricing

Typically sells for C$899. You could save 100% right now.

C$899.99 from Best Buy

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Acer Aspire 5 (A515-55-55R6)

This 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 pro

Who it's For

Aspiring Creative
Multitasker
Productivity-Focused User

Compared Overall

Bang for the Buck	41th percentile
Versatility	87th percentile
Power	41th percentile
Storage Space	42th percentile
Portability	58th percentile
Battery Autonomy	40th percentile

Specs

Operating System

Windows

Screen

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

CPU

Intel Core i5-1035G1

GPU

Intel UHD Graphics

Memory

8 GB

Storage

256 GB total, Solid State (very fast)

Pricing

Typically sells for C$669. You could save 100% right now.

C$549.99 from Best Buy

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Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15-inch Touchscreen Laptop (81WR000ECF)

This laptop makes a pretty good impression for a budget model. The monitor is relatively low-rez, making it better-suited for single-tasking and anyon

Who it's For

Casual Worker

Compared Overall

Bang for the Buck	24th percentile
Versatility	45th percentile
Power	35th percentile
Storage Space	42th percentile
Portability	42th percentile
Battery Autonomy	24th percentile

Specs

Operating System

Windows

Screen

15", 1366×768(1366 × 768, 1MP), Multiple Monitor Support, Touch Screen

CPU

Intel Core i3-10110U

GPU

Intel UHD Graphics

Memory

8 GB, Dual-Channel

Storage

256 GB total, Solid State (very fast), Micro SD Storage Expansion

Pricing

Typically sells for C$699. You could save 100% right now.

C$469.99 from Best Buy

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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

Compared Overall

Bang for the Buck	58th percentile
Versatility	88th percentile
Power	20th percentile
Storage Space	26th percentile
Portability	85th percentile
Battery Autonomy	15th percentile

Specs

Operating System

Chrome OS, 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

Typically sells for C$429. You could save 100% right now.

C$349.99 from Best Buy

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Asus Alienware m15 15-inch Gaming Laptop (AWm15-7149WHT-PCA)

If you're looking for a laptop capable of handling the most demanding games out there right now, this one could well be worth looking into. If you lik

Who it's For

Serious Video Editor
Serious Gamer
Serious Multitasker
Graphic Designer

And more!

Compared Overall

Bang for the Buck	70th percentile
Versatility	65th percentile
Power	85th percentile
Storage Space	73th percentile
Portability	53th percentile
Battery Autonomy	7th percentile

Specs

Operating System

Windows

Screen

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

CPU

Intel Core i7-10750H

GPU

Nvidia GeForce RTX 2060, 6 GB

Memory

16 GB, Dual-Channel

Storage

512 GB total, Media Card Reader

Pricing

Typically sells for C$1,999. You could save 100% right now.

C$1,849.99 from Best Buy

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Apple TV 4K (32GB)

The Apple TV, as a Console, is a solid choice for media streaming and is powerful enough to deliver rich experiences on the gaming front as well. The

Compared Overall

Bang for the Buck	82th percentile
Versatility	4th percentile
Power	32th percentile
Storage Space	12th percentile
Portability	96th percentile

Specs

Operating System

Apple TV

CPU

Apple A10X

GPU

Apple A10X Graphics

Memory

3 GB

Storage

32 GB total

Pricing

Typically sells for C$169.

C$229.95 from Best Buy C$229.00 from Apple C$169.96 from Walmart

And more!

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Nvidia Shield TV 8GB (2019) 4K HDR Media Streamer (945-13430-2500-000)

Connect your TV to the Android ecosystem (including the ability to Chromecast) and your Nvidia-powered gaming PC with this media player.

It does co

Compared Overall

Bang for the Buck	18th percentile
Versatility	4th percentile
Power	3th percentile
Storage Space	1th percentile
Portability	100th percentile

Specs

Operating System

Android TV

CPU

Nvidia Tegra X1

GPU

Nvidia Maxwell 256

Memory

2 GB

Storage

8 GB total, Micro SD Storage Expansion

Pricing

Typically sells for C$199.

C$199.99 from Best Buy C$199.99 from Memory Express C$199.99 from Visions Electronics

And more!

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Asus C523NA 15.6" Chromebook (Touch) (C523NA-DH02)

ranked #8 among Laptops priced under $325

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

Compared Overall

Bang for the Buck	11th percentile
Versatility	90th percentile
Power	2th percentile
Storage Space	12th percentile
Portability	73th percentile
Battery Autonomy	42th percentile

Specs

Operating System

Chrome OS, 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

Typically sells for C$348. You could save 28% right now.

C$249.00 from Visions Electronics C$294.99 from Newegg

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Lenovo S330 14-inch Chromebook - Business Black (81JW000KCF)

ranked #7 among Laptops priced under $325

Chromebooks can be a cost-effective way to stay connected away from the desk when you need a full keyboard, and this specific model is an excellent ex

Who it's For

Casual Nomad
Casual Worker

Compared Overall

Bang for the Buck	13th percentile
Versatility	100th percentile
Power	4th percentile
Storage Space	12th percentile
Portability	61th percentile
Battery Autonomy	69th percentile

Specs

Operating System

Chrome OS, Android (Chrome OS)

Screen

14", 1366×768(1366 × 768, 1MP), Multiple Monitor Support

CPU

MediaTek MT8173C

GPU

ARM PowerVR GX6250

Memory

4 GB

Storage

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

Pricing

Typically sells for C$249.

C$249.97 from Best Buy

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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

Bang for the Buck	5th percentile
Versatility	73th percentile
Power	17th percentile
Storage Space	12th percentile
Portability	99th percentile
Battery Autonomy	15th percentile

Specs

Operating System

Nintendo Switch (Handheld mode)

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

Typically sells for C$259.

C$259.99 from Best Buy C$259.99 from Best Buy C$259.99 from Best Buy

And more!

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Asus L410 14-inch NetBook (L410MA-SH01-CB)

ranked #10 among Laptops priced under $325

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

Compared Overall

Bang for the Buck	7th percentile
Versatility	99th percentile
Power	7th percentile
Storage Space	26th percentile
Portability	78th percentile
Battery Autonomy	11th percentile

Specs

Operating System

Windows

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

Typically sells for C$259.

C$259.99 from Staples

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Asus Flip C234MA 2-in-1 Chromebook (C234MA-BB01T-CB)

ranked #4 among Laptops priced under $325

This Chromebook is a compelling solution for anyone looking for affordable connectivity around the house, school, the office, the coffee shop, or anyw

Who it's For

Casual Nomad
Casual Worker

Compared Overall

Bang for the Buck	23th percentile
Versatility	98th percentile
Power	7th percentile
Storage Space	26th percentile
Portability	84th percentile
Battery Autonomy	91th percentile

Specs

Operating System

Chrome OS, Android (Chrome OS)

Screen

12", 1366×768(1366 × 768, 1MP)

CPU

Intel Celeron N4020

GPU

Intel UHD Graphics 600

Memory

4 GB

Storage

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

Pricing

Typically sells for C$409. You could save 34% right now.

C$269.99 from Best Buy

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HP 14in Chromebook (14a-NA0010ca)

ranked #5 among Laptops priced under $325

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

Compared Overall

Bang for the Buck	22th percentile
Versatility	85th percentile
Power	12th percentile
Storage Space	26th percentile
Portability	44th percentile
Battery Autonomy	51th percentile

Specs

Operating System

Chrome OS, 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

Typically sells for C$399. You could save 30% right now.

C$279.99 from Best Buy C$279.99 from Staples

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Acer Chromebook 311 (CB311-9H-C29L)

ranked #3 among Laptops priced under $325

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	33th percentile
Versatility	96th percentile
Power	12th percentile
Storage Space	12th percentile
Portability	90th percentile
Battery Autonomy	47th percentile

Specs

Operating System

Linux, Chrome OS, 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$299.

C$299.00 from Amazon

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Asus C523NA 15.6" Chromebook (C523NA-BS01-CB)

ranked #9 among Laptops priced under $325

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

Bang for the Buck	10th percentile
Versatility	79th percentile
Power	8th percentile
Storage Space	26th percentile
Portability	73th percentile
Battery Autonomy	49th percentile

Specs

Operating System

Chrome OS, 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$299.

C$299.97 from Best Buy C$269.99 from Best Buy

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Lenovo 14-inch IdeaPad 3 Chromebook (82KN0002CF)

ranked #2 among Laptops priced under $325

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

Bang for the Buck	34th percentile
Versatility	78th percentile
Power	19th percentile
Storage Space	12th percentile
Portability	67th percentile
Battery Autonomy	82th percentile

Specs

Operating System

Linux, Chrome OS, 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

Typically sells for C$299.

C$299.99 from Best Buy C$229.99 from Best Buy

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Acer Spin 11-inch Convertible Chromebook (CP311-3H-K9K9)

ranked #1 among Laptops priced under $325

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 Nomad
Casual Worker

Compared Overall

Bang for the Buck	47th percentile
Versatility	95th percentile
Power	19th percentile
Storage Space	26th percentile
Portability	88th percentile
Battery Autonomy	100th percentile

Specs

Operating System

Chrome OS, 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

Typically sells for C$299.

C$299.99 from Best Buy

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HP 14-inch (14-fq0008ca)

ranked #9 among Laptops priced $325-875

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

Bang for the Buck	8th percentile
Versatility	70th percentile
Power	21th percentile
Storage Space	26th percentile
Portability	76th percentile
Battery Autonomy	27th percentile

Specs

Operating System

Windows

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

Typically sells for C$349.

C$349.99 from Best Buy

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

ranked #8 among Laptops priced $325-875

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	12th percentile
Versatility	66th percentile
Power	12th percentile
Storage Space	12th percentile
Portability	65th percentile
Battery Autonomy	53th percentile

Specs

Operating System

Linux, Chrome OS, 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$299.

C$369.99 from Staples

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