Top Picks for the Road Warrior

Your options 9 top results, ranging in price from $1088 to $1685.99, 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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  Dell XPS 13" Ultrabook from $1300;
  ~$1389 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	4.5/5
  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	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	3/5
  Power	3.5/5
  Storage	1.5/5
  Portability	3.5/5
  Autonomy	3/5

  by Portable Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	4/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  Autonomy	4/5

  performance in Microsoft Word 2016

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Microsoft Excel 2016

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Microsoft PowerPoint 2016

  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

  $1299.00 from Microsoft (New) as of 2018-09-24 11:55:27, EDT

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• 

  Dell XPS 13" Ultrabook from $1300;
  ~$1389 with accessories

  This premium laptop has a particular affinity for productivity on the go and combines versatility and battery endurance. If you spend your days dashing from mee... Read More about the XPS9360-5210SLV-PUS

  • 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	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	3.5/5
  Storage	1.5/5
  Portability	3.5/5
  Autonomy	3/5

  by Portable Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	4/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  Autonomy	4/5

  performance in Microsoft Word 2016

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Microsoft Excel 2016

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Microsoft PowerPoint 2016

  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: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 30.43 x 19.81 x 1.52 cm

  Weight: 1.22 kg

  detailed info

  $1299.00 from Microsoft (New) as of 2018-09-21 12:31:19, EDT

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• 

  Dell XPS 13" Ultrabook from $1150;
  ~$1562 with accessories

  Built 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

  • 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	2.5/5
  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	2.5/5
  Power	3.5/5
  Storage	1.5/5
  Portability	3.5/5
  Autonomy	3/5

  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 2016

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Microsoft Excel 2016

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Microsoft PowerPoint 2016

  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: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 30.43 x 19.81 x 1.52 cm

  Weight: 1.22 kg

  detailed info

  from $1149.00

  • $1149.00 from Microsoft (New)
    as of 2018-09-21 10:44:48, EDT
  • $1794.99 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2018-09-25 05:15:18, EDT

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  Apple MacBook Air (13" 1.8GHz - 128GB) from $95014% cheaper than usual
  ~$1178 with accessories

  This 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

  • the Mac User
  • the Road Warrior
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	3/5
  Versatility for the Price	2/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	1/5
  Portability	3.5/5
  Autonomy	5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	3/5
  Versatility for the Price	2/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	1.5/5
  Portability	3/5
  Autonomy	4.5/5

  by Portable Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	2.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	2/5
  Power	2/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	4/5
  Autonomy	4.5/5

  performance in Microsoft Word 2016

  4/5

  This should run nicely

  performance in Microsoft Excel 2016

  4/5

  This should run nicely

  performance in Microsoft PowerPoint 2016

  5/5

  This should run nicely

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-5350U

  Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 6000

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 128.00 GB

  Screen Size: 13.3"

  Screen Resolution: 1440×900

  Dimensions: 32.50 x 22.70 x 1.70 cm

  Weight: 1.35 kg

  detailed info

  from $949.99

  • $949.99 from Best Buy (Open Box)
    as of 2018-09-23 14:41:10, EDT
  • $999.99 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2018-09-23 14:37:32, EDT
  • $1199.00 from Staples (New)
    as of 2018-09-19 12:28:31, EDT
  • $1199.99 from London Drugs (New)
    as of 2018-09-25 05:55:45, EDT

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  Microsoft Surface Pro from $1100;
  ~$1535 with accessories

  The 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

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

  Device Ratings

  by Tablets standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	3/5
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	3.5/5
  Storage	1.5/5
  Portability	4/5
  Autonomy	4/5

  by Large Tablets standards

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

  performance in Microsoft Word 2016

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Microsoft Excel 2016

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Microsoft PowerPoint 2016

  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: 128.00 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 $1099.00

  • $1099.00 from Microsoft (New)
    as of 2018-09-25 04:14:54, EDT
  • $1099.00 from Staples (New)
    as of 2018-09-24 11:37:11, EDT
  • $1534.99 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2018-09-25 05:43:47, EDT

  pricing accuracy

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• 

  Apple MacBook Air (13" 1.8GHz - 256GB) from $1200;
  ~$1463 with accessories

  By netbook standards, the MacBook Air is quite capable while retaining excellent battery autonomy in a diminutive package.

  • the Mac User
  • the Road Warrior
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	2.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	1/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	2/5
  Portability	3.5/5
  Autonomy	5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	2.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	1/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	3/5
  Autonomy	4.5/5

  by Portable Laptops standards

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

  performance in Microsoft Word 2016

  4/5

  This should run nicely

  performance in Microsoft Excel 2016

  4/5

  This should run nicely

  performance in Microsoft PowerPoint 2016

  5/5

  This should run nicely

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-5350U

  Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 6000

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 256.00 GB

  Screen Size: 13.3"

  Screen Resolution: 1440×900

  Dimensions: 32.50 x 22.70 x 1.70 cm

  Weight: 1.35 kg

  detailed info

  from $1199.99

  • $1199.99 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2018-09-23 14:37:50, EDT
  • $1236.05 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2018-09-25 05:19:51, EDT
  • $1449.00 from Apple (New)
    as of 2018-09-25 05:25:49, EDT
  • $1449.00 from WestWorld Computers (New)
    as of 2018-09-25 04:13:08, EDT
  • $1449.00 from Staples (New)
    as of 2018-09-19 13:14:59, EDT
  • $1449.99 from London Drugs (New)
    as of 2018-09-25 04:16:22, EDT

  pricing accuracy

  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. ×
• 

  Microsoft Surface Pro from $1390;
  ~$1776 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 Graphic Designer
  • 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	3.5/5
  Autonomy	3.5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Large Tablets standards

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

  performance in Microsoft Word 2016

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Microsoft Excel 2016

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Microsoft PowerPoint 2016

  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 $1388.50

  • $1388.50 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2018-09-25 05:12:22, EDT
  • $1399.00 from Microsoft (New)
    as of 2018-09-25 04:14:44, EDT
  • $1399.00 from Staples (New)
    as of 2018-09-23 14:06:37, EDT
  • $1399.99 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2018-09-23 14:07:18, EDT
  • $1649.99 from London Drugs (New)
    as of 2018-09-25 04:32:07, EDT
  • $1678.05 from B&H (New)
    as of 2018-09-23 14:06:56, EDT

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• 

  Microsoft Surface Book - 128GB / Intel Core i5 from $1250;
  ~$1690 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 CR9-00001

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

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	2/5
  Versatility for the Price	1/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	1/5
  Portability	3/5
  Autonomy	5/5

  by Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	1.5/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	3/5
  Portability	1/5
  Autonomy	5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	2.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	1/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	1.5/5
  Portability	2.5/5
  Autonomy	5/5

  by Portable Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	1.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	1/5
  Power	2/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	3.5/5
  Autonomy	5/5

  by Large Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	3/5
  Versatility for the Price	2/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	1.5/5
  Autonomy	5/5

  performance in Microsoft Word 2016

  4.5/5

  This should run nicely

  performance in Microsoft Excel 2016

  4.5/5

  This should run nicely

  performance in Microsoft PowerPoint 2016

  4.5/5

  This should run nicely

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-6300U

  Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 520

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 128.00 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 $1249.00

  • $1249.00 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2018-09-25 05:31:53, EDT
  • $1949.99 from London Drugs (New)
    as of 2018-09-20 04:37:25, EDT

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• 

  Dell XPS 13" Ultrabook from $1300;
  ~$1389 with accessories

  If you rarely get to sit at your desk; this laptop has impressive battery endurance while being capable of more than basic productivity... Read More about the XPS9360-4060SLV

  • the Road Warrior
  • the Aspiring Creative
  • 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	3/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	1/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  Autonomy	4.5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	2/5
  Versatility for the Price	3/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	1.5/5
  Portability	3.5/5
  Autonomy	4.5/5

  by Portable Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	1.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  Autonomy	4.5/5

  performance in Microsoft Word 2016

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Microsoft Excel 2016

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Microsoft PowerPoint 2016

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-7200U

  Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 620

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 128.00 GB

  Screen Size: 13.3"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 30.43 x 20.01 x 1.52 cm

  Weight: 1.23 kg

  detailed info

  $1299.00 from Dell (New) as of 2018-09-21 12:33:17, EDT

  pricing accuracy

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