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 8 top results, ranging in price from $1183 to $1679.99, 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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HP Spectre x360 13" convertible laptop from $1400;
~$1490 with accessoriesThis ultra-portable laptop is quite powerful for its size. Capable of getting a lot of work done on a single charge; it's a natural fit for the Road Warrior... Read More about the 13-AC010CA
Device Ratings
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy 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 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 i5-7200UGraphics: Intel HD Graphics 620Memory: 8.00 GBStorage: 256.00 GBScreen Size: 13.3"Screen Resolution: 1920×1080Dimensions: 30.66 x 21.79 x 1.40 cmWeight: 1.31 kgdetailed info $1399.96 from The Source (New)as of 2018-11-16 04:21:46, ESTPricing Accuracy
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Microsoft Surface Pro from $10307% cheaper than usual
~$1415 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 KJR-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: 128.00 GBScreen Size: 12.3"Screen Resolution: 2736×1824Dimensions: 29.21 x 20.14 x 0.85 cmWeight: 0.77 kgdetailed info from $1024.99 - $1024.99 from Amazon (New)as of 2018-11-16 20:40:22, EST
- $1049.97 from Staples (New)as of 2018-11-16 06:25:04, EST
- $1299.00 from Microsoft (New)as of 2018-11-15 13:07:14, EST
Pricing Accuracy
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Apple MacBook Air (13" 1.8GHz - 128GB) from $1100;
~$1273 with accessoriesThis netbook packs quite a lot of power and great battery autonomy in a diminutive package. It can't hold a lot of files, however, so it's better suited for pro... Read More about the MQD32LL/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
More than the bare minimum but not quite recommended specs.performance in Microsoft Excel 2019
More than the bare minimum but not quite recommended specs.Specsperformance in Microsoft PowerPoint 2019
Meets recommended specsProcessor: Intel Core i5-5350UGraphics: Intel HD Graphics 6000Memory: 8.00 GBStorage: 128.00 GBScreen Size: 13.3"Screen Resolution: 1440×900Dimensions: 32.50 x 22.70 x 1.70 cmWeight: 1.35 kgdetailed info from $1099.99 - $1099.99 from Best Buy (Open Box)as of 2018-11-16 06:42:11, EST
- $1199.00 from Apple (New)as of 2018-11-15 14:44:36, EST
- $1199.00 from WestWorld Computers (New)as of 2018-11-16 04:23:46, EST
- $1199.99 from Staples (New)as of 2018-11-16 06:49:31, EST
- $1199.99 from Best Buy (New)as of 2018-11-16 06:41:07, EST
- $1199.99 from London Drugs (New)as of 2018-11-15 14:39:23, EST
Pricing Accuracy
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Apple MacBook Air (13" 1.6GHz - 128GB) from $1450;
~$1540 with accessoriesWhen you want to do a little more than browsing the web, the MacBook Air delivers premium build quality and long battery life in a small, highly portable packag... Read More about the MMGF2LL/A
Device Ratings
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy 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 performance in Microsoft Word 2019
More than the bare minimum but not quite recommended specs.performance in Microsoft Excel 2019
More than the bare minimum but not quite recommended specs.Specsperformance in Microsoft PowerPoint 2019
Meets recommended specsProcessor: Intel Core i5-5250UGraphics: Intel HD Graphics 6000Memory: 8.00 GBStorage: 128.00 GBScreen Size: 13.3"Screen Resolution: 1440×900Dimensions: 32.50 x 22.70 x 1.70 cmWeight: 1.35 kgdetailed info $1450.00 from Amazon (New)as of 2018-11-16 05:23:08, ESTPricing Accuracy
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Apple MacBook Air (13" 1.6GHz - 256GB) from $1450;
~$1540 with accessoriesThis netbook packs quite a lot of power in a diminutive package. If you need to carry a lot of files around, this 256GB variant will be a better fit... Read More about the MMGG2LL/A
Device Ratings
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy 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 performance in Microsoft Word 2019
More than the bare minimum but not quite recommended specs.performance in Microsoft Excel 2019
More than the bare minimum but not quite recommended specs.Specsperformance in Microsoft PowerPoint 2019
Meets recommended specsProcessor: Intel Core i5-5250UGraphics: Intel HD Graphics 6000Memory: 8.00 GBStorage: 256.00 GBScreen Size: 13.3"Screen Resolution: 1440×900Dimensions: 32.50 x 22.70 x 1.70 cmWeight: 1.35 kgdetailed info $1449.95 from Amazon (New)as of 2018-11-16 04:33:06, ESTPricing Accuracy
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Microsoft Surface Pro from $13006%, Best price yet!
~$1770 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: 0.77 kgdetailed info from $1299.00 - $1299.00 from Amazon (New)as of 2018-11-16 05:45:43, EST
- $1399.95 from Best Buy (New)as of 2018-11-15 13:26:53, EST
- $1399.97 from Staples (New)as of 2018-11-16 06:50:54, EST
- $1649.00 from Microsoft (New)as of 2018-11-15 13:09:20, EST
- $1649.99 from London Drugs (New)as of 2018-11-15 14:38:29, EST
Pricing Accuracy
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Apple MacBook Air (13" 1.8GHz - 256GB) from $1240;
~$1497 with accessoriesBy netbook standards, the MacBook Air is quite capable while retaining excellent battery autonomy in a diminutive package.
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
More than the bare minimum but not quite recommended specs.performance in Microsoft Excel 2019
More than the bare minimum but not quite recommended specs.Specsperformance in Microsoft PowerPoint 2019
Meets recommended specsProcessor: Intel Core i5-5350UGraphics: Intel HD Graphics 6000Memory: 8.00 GBStorage: 256.00 GBScreen Size: 13.3"Screen Resolution: 1440×900Dimensions: 32.50 x 22.70 x 1.70 cmWeight: 1.35 kgdetailed info from $1236.05 - $1236.05 from Amazon (New)as of 2018-11-16 04:52:06, EST
- $1448.99 from Staples (New)as of 2018-11-16 06:37:33, EST
- $1449.00 from WestWorld Computers (New)as of 2018-11-16 04:47:15, EST
- $1449.99 from Best Buy (New)as of 2018-11-15 06:19:03, EST
- $1449.99 from London Drugs (New)as of 2018-11-15 14:36:47, EST
Pricing Accuracy
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Asus Zenbook UX306 13" Laptop from $1400;
~$1489 with accessoriesA stylish, metal-bodied laptop with enough power to get quite a bit of work done. All that in a compact package with great battery life... Read More about the UX306UA-VB72
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
Meets recommended specsperformance in Microsoft Excel 2019
Meets recommended specsSpecsperformance in Microsoft PowerPoint 2019
Meets recommended specsProcessor: Intel Core i7-6500UGraphics: Intel HD Graphics 520Memory: 8.00 GBStorage: 512.00 GBScreen Size: 13.3"Screen Resolution: 1920×1080Dimensions: 32.40 x 22.60 x 1.39 cmWeight: 1.19 kgdetailed info $1398.99 from Amazon (New)as of 2018-11-16 05:15:06, ESTPricing 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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