A new laptop is always a big investment, one that you’ll likely need to make every few years to keep up with the ever-changing technology world. You might even put it off after an initial browse when you start to see how pricey a new laptop can get, and the sheer volume of how many options are out there.
But you don’t always need to break the bank to get a suitable laptop. You’ll still have a huge range of products to choose from if you’re only looking to spend a few hundred bucks. And if you just need another device to check email on, browse YouTube, or pull up recipes, maybe a budget laptop is all you need. Read more…
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BEST OVERALL
Samsung Chromebook 4
Fast speeds and 12.5 hours of battery life, plus the double last model’s storage make this our favorite laptop for under $300.
- Processor: Intel Celeron N4000
- RAM: 4GB
- Storage: 32GB flash storage
- Display: 11.6 inch HD LED
- Weight: 2.6 pounds
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BEST CHROMEBOOK
Lenovo Chromebook Duet
This is a great intermediate between tablet and laptop for those who want the best of both worlds.
- Processor: MediaTek Helio P60T
- RAM: 4GB
- Storage: 64GB eMMC
- Display: 10.1 inches
- Weight: 2 pounds
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BEST DEAL
HP Stream Pro 11
Budget-conscious shoppers will love the bang they’ll get for their buck with this laptop.
- Processor: Intel Celeron N4000
- RAM: 4GB
- Storage: 64GB eMMC flash storage
- Display: 11.6 inches
- Weight: 2.37 pounds
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BEST DISPLAY
Acer Aspire 1
This is the largest screen you’ll find on a laptop that costs less than $300.
- Processor: Intel Celeron N4020
- RAM: 4GB
- Storage: 64GB eMMC
- Display: 15.6 inches
- Weight: 4.19 pounds
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BEST FOR EDITING VIDEO
Chuwi HeroBook Pro
This is a great budget laptop for those who do video editing or any kind of visual work.
- Processor: Intel Gemini Lake N4000
- RAM: 8GB
- Storage: 256GB SSD
- Display: 14.1 inches
- Weight: 3.06 pounds
