Top Picks for the Road Warrior

Your options 9 top results, ranging in price from ∼ US$1220 to US$1940, 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.

• #1, Laptops ($1625 - $2000)

  

  Dell XPS 15 7000 series laptop from US$124013% cheaper than usual
  ~$1700 with accessories

  Built for performance away from the desk, this laptop packs a large battery and some powerful hardware in a package that's easy to carry... Read More about the XPS7590-7701SLV-PUS

  • the Serious Video Editor
  • the Road Warrior
  • the Serious Gamer
  • the Serious Photo Editor
  • the Hardcore Graphic Designer
  • the Serious Multitasker
  • the Serious Music Producer
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Portable Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	4/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	2.5/5
  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 i7-9750H

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650

  Memory: 16.00 GB

  Storage: 256.00 GB

  Screen Size: 15.6"

  Screen Resolution: 3840×2160

  Dimensions: 35.71 x 23.55 x 1.68 cm

  Weight: 2.041 kg

  detailed info

  from US$1236.33

  • US$1236.33 from Dell (Canada) (New)
    as of 2020-07-13 05:26:22, EDT
  • US$1949.99 from Dell (US) (New)
    as of 2020-07-13 03:57:10, EDT

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• #4, Laptops ($1025 - $1625)

  

  Microsoft Surface Book 2 (256GB / Intel Core i5) from US$1180;
  ~$1619 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 PGU-00001

  • the Road Warrior
  • the Serious Music Producer
  • the Photo Editor
  • the Multitasker
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

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

  by Tablets standards

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

  by Portable Laptops standards

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

  by Large Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	2.5/5
  Power	5/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	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 i5-8350U

  Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 620

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 256.00 GB

  Screen Size: 13.5"

  Screen Resolution: 3000×2000

  Dimensions: 31.20 x 23.20 x 2.30 cm

  Weight: 1.530 kg

  detailed info

  from US$1176.73

  • US$1176.73 from Microsoft (New)
    as of 2020-07-11 04:32:22, EDT
  • US$1457.11 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2020-07-10 10:26:55, EDT

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• #5, Laptops ($1025 - $1625)

  

  HP Envy 13-inch Laptop - Natural Silver from US$790;
  ~$1220 with accessories

  This premium laptop is a natural fit for anyone needing to get work done away from the power outlet like the road warrior or the student.

  • the Road Warrior
  • the Aspiring Creative
  • the Photo Editor
  • the Multitasker
  • the Media Consumer
  • the Audio Editor

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

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

  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
  Portability	4.5/5
  Autonomy	3.5/5

  by Portable Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	2.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	2.5/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	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 i5-10210U

  Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 256.00 GB

  Screen Size: 13.3"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 30.70 x 21.15 x 1.47 cm

  Weight: 1.170 kg

  detailed info

  from US$787.39

  • US$787.39 from Best Buy (Open Box)
    as of 2020-07-13 08:27:19, EDT
  • US$883.06 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2020-07-13 08:46:17, EDT

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• #6, Laptops ($1025 - $1625)

  

  HP 13" Spectre x360 2-in-1 Laptop - Natural Silver Aluminum from US$1000;
  ~$1370 with accessories

  This versatile laptop can flip into a tablet when a keyboard would be in the way.

  • the Road Warrior
  • the Aspiring Creative
  • the Photo Editor
  • the Multitasker
  • the Media Consumer
  • the Audio Editor

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	3/5
  Versatility for the Price	2/5
  Power	1.5/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	3.5/5
  Autonomy	5/5

  by Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	2/5
  Power	4/5
  Storage	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
  Storage	3/5
  Portability	3.5/5
  Autonomy	5/5

  by Portable Laptops standards

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

  by Large Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	2.5/5
  Power	4/5
  Storage	5/5
  Portability	1/5
  Autonomy	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 i5-1035G4

  Graphics: Intel Iris Plus Graphics

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 512.00 GB

  Screen Size: 13.3"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 39.37 x 19.45 x 1.70 cm

  Weight: 1.302 kg

  detailed info

  from US$993.48

  • US$993.48 from HP (New)
    as of 2020-07-11 11:42:02, EDT
  • US$1103.87 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2020-07-11 07:36:31, EDT

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• #7, Laptops ($1025 - $1625)

  

  Microsoft Surface Book 2 (128GB / Intel Core i5) from US$1180;
  ~$1619 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 Serious Music Producer
  • the Photo Editor
  • the Multitasker
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

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

  by Tablets standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Portable Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	2/5
  Versatility for the Price	2.5/5
  Power	1.5/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	3/5
  Autonomy	5/5

  by Large Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	2.5/5
  Power	4.5/5
  Storage	3.5/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	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: 1.530 kg

  detailed info

  US$1176.73 from Microsoft (New) as of 2020-07-11 04:25:36, EDT

  pricing accuracy

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• #4, Laptops ($1625 - $2000)

  

  Microsoft Surface Laptop 2 from US$1220;
  ~$1669 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 Serious Music Producer
  • the Photo Editor
  • the Multitasker
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	2/5
  Versatility for the Price	1.5/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	1/5
  Portability	4/5
  Autonomy	3/5

  by Portable Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	1/5
  Versatility for the Price	2/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	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: 1.250 kg

  detailed info

  US$1213.53 from Amazon (New) as of 2020-07-11 13:54:01, EDT

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• #5, Laptops ($1625 - $2000)

  

  Apple MacBook Pro 13" w. Touch Bar (i5 1.4GHz, 256GB, 2019) from US$1260;
  ~$1804 with accessories

  Built for productivity on the go, the 13" MacBook Pro makes an excellent travel, classroom or meeting companion... Read More about the MUHP2LL

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

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	1.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	1.5/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	2/5
  Portability	4/5
  Autonomy	4.5/5

  by Portable Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	1/5
  Versatility for the Price	1.5/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  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 i5-8257U

  Graphics: Intel Iris Plus Graphics 645

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 256.00 GB

  Screen Size: 13.3"

  Screen Resolution: 2560×1600

  Dimensions: 30.41 x 21.24 x 1.49 cm

  Weight: 1.370 kg

  detailed info

  from US$1250.32

  • US$1250.32 from Apple (New)
    as of 2020-07-13 03:15:52, EDT
  • US$1435.03 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2020-07-13 08:48:56, EDT

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• #6, Laptops ($1625 - $2000)

  

  Apple MacBook Pro 13" with Touch Bar (i5, 2019) from US$1260;
  ~$1784 with accessories

  Designed for productivity on the go, the 2019 edition of the MacBook Pro comes with a slight keyboard revision which will hopefully solve the durability issues... Read More about the

  • the Mac User
  • the Road Warrior
  • the Serious Music Producer
  • the Photo Editor
  • the Multitasker
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Portable Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	1/5
  Versatility for the Price	2/5
  Power	1.5/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  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 i5-8279U

  Graphics: Intel Iris Plus Graphics 655

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 256.00 GB

  Screen Size: 13.3"

  Screen Resolution: 2560×1600

  Dimensions: 30.41 x 21.24 x 1.49 cm

  Weight: 1.370 kg

  detailed info

  US$1250.32 from Apple (New) as of 2020-07-13 03:16:42, EDT

  pricing accuracy

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• #2, Tablets ($850 - ∞)

  

  Microsoft Surface Pro from US$1220;
  ~$1940 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 Serious Music Producer
  • the Photo Editor
  • the Multitasker
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Tablets standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	0.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	1.5/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	2/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  Autonomy	4.5/5

  by Large Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	1/5
  Versatility for the Price	1.5/5
  Power	4.5/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	3/5
  Autonomy	3/5

  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: 0.770 kg

  detailed info

  US$1214.25 from Amazon (New) as of 2020-07-10 10:33:02, EDT

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