Top Picks for the Road Warrior

Your options 8 top results, ranging in price from ∼ US$1382 to US$1828, 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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  Microsoft Surface Book 2 (128GB / Intel Core i5) from US$1280;
  ~$1789 with accessories

  The 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 HMU-00001

  • the Road Warrior
  • the Video Editor
  • the Photo Editor
  • the Multitasker
  • the Audio Editor
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	2.5/5
  Power	3.5/5
  Storage	1/5
  Portability	2.5/5
  Autonomy	5/5

  by Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	2/5
  Power	5/5
  Storage	3.5/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	4.5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	2.5/5
  Power	3.5/5
  Storage	2/5
  Portability	2.5/5
  Autonomy	4.5/5

  by Portable Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	2.5/5
  Power	3.5/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	2.5/5
  Autonomy	5/5

  by Large Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	2.5/5
  Power	4.5/5
  Storage	3/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	4.5/5

  performance in Microsoft Word 2019

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Microsoft Excel 2019

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Microsoft PowerPoint 2019

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-7300U

  Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 620

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 128.00 GB

  Screen Size: 13.5"

  Screen Resolution: 3000×2000

  Dimensions: 31.20 x 23.20 x 2.30 cm

  Weight: 1.53 kg

  detailed info

  from US$1273.28

  • US$1273.28 from Microsoft (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 06:09:39, EST
  • US$1274.02 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 06:10:46, EST

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  Microsoft Surface Laptop 2 from US$980;
  ~$1382 with accessories

  Built for life (and work) away from the desk, this premium laptop sacrifices most upgrade options for thinness and lightness' sake.

  • the Road Warrior
  • the Video Editor
  • the Photo Editor
  • the Multitasker
  • the Audio Editor
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3/5
  Power	4/5
  Storage	1/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  Autonomy	3.5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3/5
  Power	4/5
  Storage	2/5
  Portability	3.5/5
  Autonomy	2.5/5

  by Portable Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	3/5
  Versatility for the Price	3/5
  Power	4/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  Autonomy	4/5

  performance in Microsoft Word 2019

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Microsoft Excel 2019

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Microsoft PowerPoint 2019

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-8250U

  Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 620

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 128.00 GB

  Screen Size: 13.5"

  Screen Resolution: 2256×1504

  Dimensions: 30.81 x 22.33 x 1.45 cm

  Weight: 1.25 kg

  detailed info

  from US$972.14

  • US$972.14 from B&H (New)
    as of 2019-01-21 12:16:43, EST
  • US$974.25 from Staples (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 07:03:57, EST
  • US$974.25 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 04:52:46, EST
  • US$974.25 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 06:18:00, EST

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  Dell XPS 13" Ultrabook from US$12003% cheaper than usual
  ~$1689 with accessories

  Built for productivity on the road, this premium laptop combines versatility, 4K graphics and battery endurance. If you spend your days dashing from meeting to... Read More about the XPS9370-5156SLV

  • the Road Warrior
  • the Video Editor
  • the Photo Editor
  • the Multitasker
  • the Audio Editor
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	2/5
  Power	4/5
  Storage	1/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  Autonomy	3.5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	2/5
  Power	4/5
  Storage	2/5
  Portability	3.5/5
  Autonomy	2.5/5

  by Portable Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	3/5
  Versatility for the Price	2.5/5
  Power	4/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  Autonomy	4/5

  performance in Microsoft Word 2019

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Microsoft Excel 2019

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Microsoft PowerPoint 2019

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-8250U

  Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 620

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 128.00 GB

  Screen Size: 13.3"

  Screen Resolution: 3840×2160

  Dimensions: 30.23 x 19.81 x 1.17 cm

  Weight: 1.21 kg

  detailed info

  US$1198.34 from Microsoft (New) as of 2019-01-23 06:28:56, EST

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  Apple MacBook Pro 13" (2.3GHz, 128GB, w. Function Keys) from US$1230;
  ~$1779 with accessories

  The 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

  • the Mac User
  • the Road Warrior
  • the Video Editor
  • the Photo Editor
  • the Multitasker
  • the Audio Editor
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	2.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	2.5/5
  Power	4/5
  Storage	1/5
  Portability	4/5
  Autonomy	4.5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	3/5
  Versatility for the Price	2.5/5
  Power	4/5
  Storage	2/5
  Portability	3/5
  Autonomy	3.5/5

  by Portable Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	2/5
  Versatility for the Price	3/5
  Power	4/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	4/5
  Autonomy	4.5/5

  performance in Microsoft Word 2019

  4/5

  This should run nicely

  performance in Microsoft Excel 2019

  4/5

  This should run nicely

  performance in Microsoft PowerPoint 2019

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-7360U

  Graphics: Intel Iris Plus Graphics 640

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 128.00 GB

  Screen Size: 13.3"

  Screen Resolution: 2560×1600

  Dimensions: 30.41 x 21.24 x 1.49 cm

  Weight: 1.37 kg

  detailed info

  from US$1221.56

  • US$1221.56 from Best Buy (Open Box)
    as of 2019-01-21 06:32:54, EST
  • US$1296.5 from London Drugs (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 06:47:05, EST
  • US$1296.5 from Staples (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 06:29:13, EST
  • US$1296.5 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-01-21 06:32:11, EST

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  Microsoft Surface Book - 256GB / Intel Core i5 from US$109041% cheaper than usual
  ~$1532 with accessories

  The Surface book is a different take on the 2-1 concept. It's great if you can't make up your mind between a laptop or a tablet and you can detach the screen to... Read More about the TP4-00001

  • the Road Warrior
  • the Photo Editor
  • the Multitasker
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	2.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	2/5
  Power	2/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	3/5
  Autonomy	5/5

  by Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	2/5
  Power	3.5/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	1/5
  Autonomy	5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	2.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	2/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	2.5/5
  Autonomy	5/5

  by Portable Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	1.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	2/5
  Power	1.5/5
  Storage	2/5
  Portability	3/5
  Autonomy	5/5

  by Large Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	2.5/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	1.5/5
  Autonomy	5/5

  performance in Microsoft Word 2019

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Microsoft Excel 2019

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Microsoft PowerPoint 2019

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-6300U

  Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 520

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 256.00 GB

  Screen Size: 13.5"

  Screen Resolution: 3000×2000

  Dimensions: 31.23 x 23.21 x 2.28 cm

  Weight: 1.52 kg

  detailed info

  from US$1080.64

  • US$1080.64 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 08:04:12, EST
  • US$1835.35 from Visions Electronics (New)
    as of 2019-01-19 13:30:41, EST

  pricing accuracy

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  Microsoft Surface Pro from US$940;
  ~$1540 with accessories

  The 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

  • the Road Warrior
  • the Video Editor
  • the Photo Editor
  • the Multitasker
  • the Audio Editor
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3/5
  Power	5/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	3/5
  Autonomy	3.5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	2.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3/5
  Power	3.5/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	3.5/5
  Autonomy	4/5

  by Large Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	3/5
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	5/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	3.5/5
  Autonomy	3.5/5

  performance in Microsoft Word 2019

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Microsoft Excel 2019

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Microsoft PowerPoint 2019

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-7300HQ

  Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 630

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 256.00 GB

  Screen Size: 12.3"

  Screen Resolution: 2736×1824

  Dimensions: 29.21 x 20.14 x 0.85 cm

  Weight: 0.77 kg

  detailed info

  from US$936.76

  • US$936.76 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 04:54:21, EST
  • US$936.76 from Staples (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 06:11:03, EST
  • US$1236.55 from London Drugs (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 06:12:46, EST

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• 

  Apple MacBook (12", 1.2GHz) from US$12405% cheaper than usual
  ~$1828 with accessories

  A stylish and lightweight travel companion capable of handling productivity tasks and even a little more... Read More about the MNYF2LL/A

  • the Mac User
  • the Road Warrior
  • the Photo Editor
  • the Multitasker
  • the Audio Editor
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	2/5
  Versatility for the Price	2/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	5/5
  Autonomy	4.5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	2.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	2/5
  Power	3.5/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	3.5/5
  Autonomy	3.5/5

  by Portable Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	1/5
  Versatility for the Price	2/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	2/5
  Portability	5/5
  Autonomy	4.5/5

  performance in Microsoft Word 2019

  4/5

  This should run nicely

  performance in Microsoft Excel 2019

  4/5

  This should run nicely

  performance in Microsoft PowerPoint 2019

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core M3-7Y32

  Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 615

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 256.00 GB

  Screen Size: 12"

  Screen Resolution: 2304×1440

  Dimensions: 28.05 x 19.65 x 1.31 cm

  Weight: 0.92 kg

  detailed info

  from US$1235.81

  • US$1235.81 from WestWorld Computers (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 04:13:41, EST
  • US$1295.76 from Apple (New)
    as of 2019-01-23 04:16:41, EST

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  Asus Zenbook UX306 13" Laptop from US$1050;
  ~$1489 with accessories

  A 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

  • the Road Warrior
  • the Photo Editor
  • the Multitasker
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	1/5
  Versatility for the Price	2/5
  Power	2/5
  Storage	3/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  Autonomy	4/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	2/5
  Versatility for the Price	2/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	3/5
  Portability	3.5/5
  Autonomy	3/5

  by Portable Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	0.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	2/5
  Power	1.5/5
  Storage	3/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  Autonomy	4/5

  performance in Microsoft Word 2019

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Microsoft Excel 2019

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Microsoft PowerPoint 2019

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i7-6500U

  Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 520

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 512.00 GB

  Screen Size: 13.3"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 32.40 x 22.60 x 1.39 cm

  Weight: 1.19 kg

  detailed info

  US$1048.45 from Amazon (New) as of 2019-01-23 04:44:50, EST

  pricing accuracy

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