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10 Best Budget Laptops of July 2024

TOP PICKS

Bestseller No. 1
HP Everyday Essential 17 FHD Laptop • Free Microsoft Office Suite Included • 32GB RAM • 1TB SSD(1TB PCIe & P500 500GB External) • Intel 8-core i3 Processor • HDMI • Long Battery Life •...
Bestseller No. 2
HP Newest 14" HD Laptop, Windows 11, Intel Celeron Dual-Core Processor Up to 2.60GHz, 4GB RAM, 64GB SSD, Webcam, Dale Pink(Renewed) (Dale Pink)
Bestseller No. 3
HP 17 Business Laptop, 17.3” HD+ Display, 11th Gen Intel Core i3-1125G4 Processor, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD, Wi-Fi, HDMI, Webcam, Windows 11 Pro, Silver
Bestseller No. 4
HP Newest 14" Ultral Light Laptop for Students and Business, Intel Quad-Core N4120, 8GB RAM, 192GB Storage(64GB eMMC+128GB Micro SD), 1 Year Office 365, Webcam, HDMI, WiFi, USB-A&C, Win 11 S
SaleBestseller No. 5 −50%
jumper Laptop, 12GB DDR4 RAM 512GB SSD, 14 Inch 1080p FHD IPS Screen, Quad-Core Celeron Processor, UHD Graphics 600, Windows 11 Computer with Dual Stereo Speakers, 5G WiFi, Type-C, HD Webcam.
SaleBestseller No. 6 −12%
HP 14 Laptop, Intel Celeron N4020, 4 GB RAM, 64 GB Storage, 14-inch Micro-edge HD Display, Windows 11 Home, Thin & Portable, 4K Graphics, One Year of Microsoft 365 (14-dq0040nr, Snowflake White)
SaleBestseller No. 7 −7%
Acer Aspire 3 A315-24P-R7VH Slim Laptop | 15.6" Full HD IPS Display | AMD Ryzen 3 7320U Quad-Core Processor | AMD Radeon Graphics | 8GB LPDDR5 | 128GB NVMe SSD | Wi-Fi 6 | Windows 11 Home in S Mode
Bestseller No. 8
HP Portable Laptop, Student and Business, 14" HD Display, Intel Quad-Core N4120, 16GB DDR4 RAM, 64GB eMMC, 1 Year Office 365, Webcam, RJ-45, HDMI, Wi-Fi, Windows 11 Home, Silver
Bestseller No. 9
Lenovo Newest 15.6"" Laptop, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD Storage, 15.6"" FHD (1920 x 1080) Display, Ethernet Port, HDMI, USB-C, WiFi & Bluetooth, Intel Dual-core Processor, Windows 11 Home, Black
Bestseller No. 10
HP 15.6" Portable Laptop (Include 1 Year Microsoft 365), HD Display, Intel Quad-Core N200 Processor, 16GB RAM, 128GB Storage, Wi-Fi 5, Webcam, HDMI, Numeric Keypad, Windows 11 Home, Red

BUYING GUIDES

  1. Identify Your Needs: As always, your specific needs should dictate the laptop you choose. Are you a student, a casual user, or do you require a machine for work-related tasks? Understanding your needs will help narrow down your choices.
  2. Budget: Define what ‘budget’ means to you. Laptops can range from a few hundred dollars to several thousand, and what might be budget-friendly for one person may not be for another.
  3. Operating System: Decide which operating system is right for you. Windows is common and versatile, macOS (found on Apple’s MacBook Air and MacBook Pro) is sleek and user-friendly, while Chrome OS (found on Chromebooks) is lightweight and perfect for web-based tasks.
  4. Processor: On a budget, you may not be able to afford the latest and greatest CPU, but there are affordable options like the Intel i3 or AMD’s Ryzen 3 series. If you mostly do web browsing and office work, these should be fine.
  5. RAM: 4GB of RAM is the bare minimum for a smooth experience in a modern laptop. However, 8GB is the sweet spot for most users, providing enough memory for multitasking and smooth performance.
  6. Storage: Solid-state drives (SSDs) are faster and more reliable than hard-disk drives (HDDs), but they can be more expensive. A budget laptop might have a smaller SSD (like 128GB) or a larger HDD. Consider cloud storage or an external drive if you opt for smaller onboard storage.
  7. Screen Size and Quality: Smaller screens (around 11 to 14 inches) can be cheaper and more portable, while larger ones (15 inches or more) provide a better viewing experience but add weight and cost. Look for a resolution of at least 1920×1080 (Full HD) for the best balance between price and quality.
  8. Battery Life: If you’re often on the go, look for a laptop with a long battery life. Reviews are a good source of information on real-world battery usage.
  9. Connectivity: Check that the laptop has all the ports you need, like USB-C, USB-A, HDMI, and an SD card slot. Wi-Fi 5 or Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth are also important for wireless connectivity.
  10. Weight and Portability: If you’re going to carry your laptop around a lot, a lighter, more compact model might be worth considering, even if you have to compromise on other features.
  11. Brand and Reviews: Consider the reputation of the brand and the laptop model. Check online reviews and consumer ratings to ensure you’re getting a good quality product for your money.
  12. Future-Proofing: Consider a laptop that exceeds your current needs to ensure it remains functional for several years. This might mean getting a bit more RAM or storage than you think you need right now.

Remember, when buying a budget laptop, you may need to make compromises. The key is understanding which features are most important to you and focusing on those.

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