Top Picks for the Road Warrior
Does the concept of "working at your desk" sounds hypothetical to you? For those who spend the day away from their office, battery autonomy is a huge factor. The following devices are strong enough for you to be productive through the day while requiring little or no stops by the power outlet.
Your options 5 top results, ranging in price from ∼ US$1420 to US$1720, with accessories.
Let's start with a broad search. The following offer the best value for the lowest price regardless of format preference. As a result, you will most likely see stationary computers down here and maybe a few portable options. You have the option to look for a specific kind of device at the bottom of the page.
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#1, Laptops ($1575 - $1825)
Dell XPS 15 7000 series laptop from US$130013% cheaper than usual
~$1720 with accessoriesBuilt for performance away from the desk, this laptop packs a large battery and some powerful hardware in a package that's easy to carry... Read More about the XPS7590-7701SLV-PUS
Device 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 performance in Microsoft Word 2019
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.performance in Microsoft Excel 2019
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.Specsperformance in Microsoft PowerPoint 2019
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.Processor: Intel Core i7-9750HGraphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650Memory: 16.00 GBStorage: 256.00 GBScreen Size: 15.6"Screen Resolution: 3840×2160Dimensions: 35.71 x 23.55 x 1.68 cmWeight: 2.041 kgdetailed info US$1290.28 from Dell (Canada) (New)as of 2020-09-18 10:36:41, EDTPricing Accuracy
Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on the Dell (Canada) site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. × -
#5, Laptops ($1175 - $1575)
Dell XPS 13 Laptop from US$1110;
~$1470 with accessoriesThis laptop is all about productivity on the go, cramming a capable computer with plenty of desirable features into a compact chassis. It's the perfect travel c... Read More about the nxps139300_s1e
Device 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 performance in Microsoft Word 2019
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.performance in Microsoft Excel 2019
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.Specsperformance in Microsoft PowerPoint 2019
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.Processor: Intel Core i3-1005G1Graphics: Intel UHD GraphicsMemory: 8.00 GBStorage: 256.00 GBScreen Size: 13.4"Screen Resolution: 1920×1200Dimensions: 29.60 x 19.90 x 1.48 cmWeight: 1.200 kgdetailed info US$1100.53 from Dell (Canada) (New)as of 2020-09-18 10:34:19, EDTPricing Accuracy
Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on the Dell (Canada) site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. × -
#4, Laptops ($1575 - $1825)
Microsoft Surface Book 2 (256GB / Intel Core i5) from US$1220;
~$1619 with accessoriesThe Surface book is a different take on the 2-in-1 concept. It's great if you can't make up your mind between a laptop or a tablet and you can detach the screen... Read More about the PGU-00001
Device 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 performance in Microsoft Word 2019
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.performance in Microsoft Excel 2019
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.Specsperformance in Microsoft PowerPoint 2019
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.Processor: Intel Core i5-8350UGraphics: Intel UHD Graphics 620Memory: 8.00 GBStorage: 256.00 GBScreen Size: 13.5"Screen Resolution: 3000×2000Dimensions: 31.20 x 23.20 x 2.30 cmWeight: 1.530 kgdetailed info from US$1213.63 - US$1213.63 from Microsoft (New)as of 2020-09-18 04:04:51, EDT
- US$1502.78 from Best Buy (New)as of 2020-09-18 10:48:47, EDT
Pricing Accuracy
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#6, Laptops ($1175 - $1575)
HP 13" Spectre x360 2-in-1 Laptop - Natural Silver Aluminum from US$1070;
~$1420 with accessoriesThis versatile laptop can flip into a tablet when a keyboard would be in the way.
Device 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 performance in Microsoft Word 2019
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.performance in Microsoft Excel 2019
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.Specsperformance in Microsoft PowerPoint 2019
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.Processor: Intel Core i5-1035G4Graphics: Intel Iris Plus GraphicsMemory: 8.00 GBStorage: 512.00 GBScreen Size: 13.3"Screen Resolution: 1920×1080Dimensions: 39.37 x 19.45 x 1.70 cmWeight: 1.302 kgdetailed info from US$1062.58 - US$1062.58 from Best Buy (New)as of 2020-09-18 10:37:43, EDT
- US$1138.48 from HP (New)as of 2020-09-16 13:09:05, EDT
Pricing Accuracy
Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on the retailer's site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. × -
#6, Laptops ($1575 - $1825)
Apple MacBook Pro 13" w. Touch Bar (i5 1.4GHz, 256GB, 2019) from US$12206% cheaper than usual
~$1705 with accessoriesBuilt for productivity on the go, the 13" MacBook Pro makes an excellent travel, classroom or meeting companion... Read More about the MUHP2LL
Device 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 performance in Microsoft Word 2019
This should run nicelyperformance in Microsoft Excel 2019
This should run nicelySpecsperformance in Microsoft PowerPoint 2019
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.Processor: Intel Core i5-8257UGraphics: Intel Iris Plus Graphics 645Memory: 8.00 GBStorage: 256.00 GBScreen Size: 13.3"Screen Resolution: 2560×1600Dimensions: 30.41 x 21.24 x 1.49 cmWeight: 1.370 kgdetailed info from US$1214.38 - US$1214.38 from Best Buy (New)as of 2020-09-18 06:44:38, EDT
- US$1289.53 from Apple (New)as of 2020-09-18 03:16:54, EDT
Pricing Accuracy
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