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 7 top results, ranging in price from ∼ US$1100 to US$1559, 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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Asus PRO P2540UB-XB71 15.6-inch Notebook from US$820;
~$1100 with accessoriesThis laptop is all about getting the job done, with a high-octane processor and dedicated graphics which will help with some graphical tasks, but also multitask... Read More about the P2540UB-XB71
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 i7-8550UGraphics: Nvidia GeForce MX110Memory: 8.00 GBStorage: 256.00 GBScreen Size: 15.6"Screen Resolution: 1920×1080Dimensions: 38.10 x 25.65 x 2.29 cmWeight: 2.310 kgdetailed info from US$818 - US$818 from Tiger Direct (New)as of 2019-10-15 13:05:20, EDT
- US$825.61 from Costco (New)as of 2019-10-15 13:07:48, EDT
- US$839.26 from Newegg (New)as of 2019-10-15 13:04:19, EDT
- US$839.26 from Newegg (New)as of 2019-10-15 13:08:23, EDT
- US$842.23 from Walmart (New)as of 2019-10-15 13:06:36, EDT
- US$850.6 from Amazon (New)as of 2019-10-15 04:07:28, EDT
- US$852.12 from Best Buy (New)as of 2019-10-15 13:07:07, EDT
Pricing Accuracy
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Asus Zenbook UX331UA 13" Laptop from US$840;
~$1119 with accessoriesIf your work mostly happens away from the desk, this stylish, metal-built, ultra-portable laptop should serve you well.
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 i7-8550UGraphics: Intel HD Graphics 620Memory: 8.00 GBStorage: 256.00 GBScreen Size: 13.3"Screen Resolution: 1920×1080Dimensions: 31.00 x 21.60 x 1.39 cmWeight: 1.100 kgdetailed info from US$832.43 - US$832.43 from Canada Computers (Open Box)as of 2019-10-14 14:19:29, EDT
- US$1038.25 from Newegg (New)as of 2019-10-14 13:05:34, EDT
- US$1197.88 from Best Buy (New)as of 2019-10-12 12:40:16, EDT
Pricing Accuracy
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Dell XPS 13" Ultrabook from US$990;
~$1319 with accessoriesBuilt for productivity on the road, this premium laptop combines versatility and battery endurance. If you spend your days dashing from meeting to meeting or wo... Read More about the XPS9360-5203SLV
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 i5-8250UGraphics: Intel HD Graphics 620Memory: 8.00 GBStorage: 128.00 GBScreen Size: 13.3"Screen Resolution: 1920×1080Dimensions: 30.43 x 19.81 x 1.52 cmWeight: 1.220 kgdetailed info US$983.92 from Microsoft (New)as of 2019-10-14 13:16:00, EDTPricing Accuracy
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Microsoft Surface Laptop 2 from US$1150;
~$1537 with accessoriesBuilt for life (and work) away from the desk, this premium laptop sacrifices most upgrade options for thinness and lightness' sake.
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 i5-8250UGraphics: Intel HD Graphics 620Memory: 8.00 GBStorage: 128.00 GBScreen Size: 13.5"Screen Resolution: 2256×1504Dimensions: 30.81 x 22.33 x 1.45 cmWeight: 1.250 kgdetailed info US$1148.72 from Amazon (New)as of 2019-10-15 04:26:10, EDTPricing Accuracy
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Microsoft Surface Pro 6 from US$710;
~$1219 with accessoriesThe Surface Pro is worth considering if you must have a fully-featured multitasking tablet which is both easy to carry and packs a long-lasting battery... Read More about the LGP-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 i5-8250UGraphics: Intel HD Graphics 620Memory: 8.00 GBStorage: 128.00 GBScreen Size: 12.3"Screen Resolution: 2736×1824Dimensions: 29.21 x 20.14 x 0.85 cmWeight: 0.770 kgdetailed info from US$703.67 - US$703.67 from Microsoft (New)as of 2019-10-15 03:40:44, EDT
- US$893.78 from Staples (New)as of 2019-10-15 12:44:15, EDT
- US$964.85 from Newegg (New)as of 2019-10-15 12:44:30, EDT
Pricing Accuracy
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Apple MacBook Pro 13" (2.3GHz, 128GB, w. Function Keys) from US$1130;
~$1559 with accessoriesThe mid-2017 model of the classic MacBook Pro. This is the function key variant (so, no touch bar), but otherwise, it has all the latest characteristics of rece... Read More about the MPXQ2LL/A
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 i5-7360UGraphics: Intel Iris Plus Graphics 640Memory: 8.00 GBStorage: 128.00 GBScreen Size: 13.3"Screen Resolution: 2560×1600Dimensions: 30.41 x 21.24 x 1.49 cmWeight: 1.370 kgdetailed info from US$1121.01 - US$1121.01 from London Drugs (New)as of 2019-10-15 13:39:20, EDT
- US$1211.15 from WestWorld Computers (New)as of 2019-10-15 13:41:12, EDT
- US$1234.63 from Best Buy (Open Box)as of 2019-10-15 13:40:34, EDT
Pricing Accuracy
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Microsoft Surface Pro from US$88030% cheaper than usual
~$1449 with accessoriesThe 2017 Surface Pro offers versatility and fully-featured multitasking in a device which is both easy to carry and packs a long-lasting battery... Read More about the FJX-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 i5-7300HQGraphics: Intel HD Graphics 630Memory: 8.00 GBStorage: 256.00 GBScreen Size: 12.3"Screen Resolution: 2736×1824Dimensions: 29.21 x 20.14 x 0.85 cmWeight: 0.770 kgdetailed info US$877.88 from Amazon (New)as of 2019-10-15 04:21:50, 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 Amazon site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. ×
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