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 9 top results, ranging in price from $1150 to $1479, 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 $1480;
~$1569 with accessoriesBuilt 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
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 2016
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.performance in Microsoft Excel 2016
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.Specsperformance in Microsoft PowerPoint 2016
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: 3840×2160Dimensions: 30.23 x 198.12 x 1.17 cmWeight: 1.21 kgdetailed info $1479.00 from Microsoft as of 2018-06-22 12:08:29, EDT Pricing Accuracy
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Microsoft Surface Pro from $1050;
~$1358 with accessoriesThe 2017 Surface Pro offers versatility and performance in a device which is both easy to carry and can last a long time without needing to be charged... Read More about the FJT-00001
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 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 2016
Meets recommended specsperformance in Microsoft Excel 2016
Meets recommended specsSpecsperformance in Microsoft PowerPoint 2016
Meets recommended specsProcessor: Intel Core i5-7300HQGraphics: Intel HD Graphics 630Memory: 4.00 GBStorage: 128.00 GBScreen Size: 12.3"Screen Resolution: 2736×1824Dimensions: 29.21 x 20.14 x 0.85 cmWeight: 0.77 kgdetailed info $1048.00 from Amazon as of 2018-06-22 04:48:34, EDT Pricing Accuracy
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HP Spectre x360 13" convertible laptop from $13007%, Best price yet!
~$1390 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 2016
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.performance in Microsoft Excel 2016
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.Specsperformance in Microsoft PowerPoint 2016
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 $1299.97 from Staples as of 2018-06-22 13:05:17, EDT Pricing Accuracy
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Microsoft Surface Book - 128GB / Intel Core i5 from $115018% cheaper than usual
~$1240 with accessoriesThe 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
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 2016
This should run nicelyperformance in Microsoft Excel 2016
This should run nicelySpecsperformance in Microsoft PowerPoint 2016
This should run nicelyProcessor: Intel Core i5-6300UGraphics: Intel HD Graphics 520Memory: 8.00 GBStorage: 128.00 GBScreen Size: 13.5"Screen Resolution: 3000×2000Dimensions: 31.23 x 23.21 x 2.28 cmWeight: 1.52 kgdetailed info $1149.99 from Amazon as of 2018-06-22 05:11:11, EDT Pricing Accuracy
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Microsoft Surface Book (256GB / Intel Core i5 / dGPU) from $135016% cheaper than usual
~$1440 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 SX3-00001
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 2016
This should run nicelyperformance in Microsoft Excel 2016
This should run nicelySpecsperformance in Microsoft PowerPoint 2016
This should run nicelyProcessor: Intel Core i5-6300UGraphics: Nvidia GeForce 940MMemory: 8.00 GBStorage: 256.00 GBScreen Size: 13.5"Screen Resolution: 3000×2000Dimensions: 31.23 x 23.21 x 2.28 cmWeight: 1.52 kgdetailed info $1349.99 from Amazon as of 2018-06-22 05:25:19, EDT Pricing Accuracy
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Dell XPS 13" Convertible Ultrabook from $1450;
~$1539 with accessoriesThis versatile laptop makes a great travel companion for the Road Warrior or anyone spending their day in meetings.
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 2016
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.performance in Microsoft Excel 2016
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.Specsperformance in Microsoft PowerPoint 2016
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.Processor: Intel Core i7-7Y75Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 615Memory: 8.00 GBStorage: 256.00 GBScreen Size: 13.3"Screen Resolution: 1920×1080Dimensions: 30.43 x 19.81 x 1.37 cmWeight: 1.22 kgdetailed info $1449.00 from Microsoft as of 2018-06-22 01:45:32, EDT Pricing Accuracy
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Apple MacBook Air (13" 1.8GHz - 128GB) from $1100;
~$1265 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 2016
This should run nicelyperformance in Microsoft Excel 2016
This should run nicelySpecsperformance in Microsoft PowerPoint 2016
This should run nicelyProcessor: 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 $1099.00 - $1099.00 from WestWorld Computers as of 2018-06-22 04:55:32, EDT
- $1149.00 from Amazon as of 2018-06-22 04:28:35, EDT
- $1199.00 from Staples as of 2018-06-22 12:08:52, EDT
- $1199.00 from Apple as of 2018-06-22 04:48:54, EDT
- $1199.99 from Best Buy as of 2018-06-22 11:17:28, EDT
- $1199.99 from London Drugs as of 2018-06-22 04:57:54, EDT
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 2016
This should run nicelyperformance in Microsoft Excel 2016
This should run nicelySpecsperformance in Microsoft PowerPoint 2016
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.Processor: 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 as of 2018-06-22 04:17:40, EDT Pricing Accuracy
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Apple MacBook Air (13" 1.6GHz - 256GB) from $145047% cheaper than usual
~$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 2016
This should run nicelyperformance in Microsoft Excel 2016
This should run nicelySpecsperformance in Microsoft PowerPoint 2016
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.Processor: 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 as of 2018-06-22 05:18:03, EDT Pricing Accuracy
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