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10 Best Budget Laptops of September 2024

TOP PICKS

SaleBestseller No. 1 −8%
Lenovo IdeaPad 1 Laptop, 15.6” FHD Display, AMD Ryzen 5 5500U, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD, Windows 11 Home, 720p Camera w/Privacy Shutter, Smart Noise Cancelling, Cloud Grey
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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)
Bestseller No. 3
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. 4 −40%
BESIGN LS03 Aluminum Laptop Stand, Ergonomic Detachable Computer Stand, Riser Holder Notebook Stand Compatible with Air, Pro, Dell, HP, Lenovo More 10-15.6" Laptops, Silver
Bestseller No. 5
Lenovo Laptop Bag T210, Messenger Shoulder Bag for Laptop or Tablet
Bestseller No. 6
Charger for HP Laptop Computer 65W 45W Smart Blue Tip Power Adapter
Bestseller No. 7
Tonmom Laptop Stand for Desk, Adjustable Laptop Riser ABS+Silicone Foldable Portable Laptop Holder, Ventilated Cooling Notebook Computer Stand for 10-15.6” Laptops,Tablets-Black
SaleBestseller No. 8 −23%
Laptop Cooling pad Laptop Cooler Stand Laptop Fan Cooling pad for 12-15.6 Inch Laptop Notebooks, 5 Quiet Fans,5 Angle Adjustable Laptop Cooling Stand (Black)
SaleBestseller No. 9 −18%
Laurensory External DVD Drive USB 3.0 Type-C USB Portable Player for Laptop CD DVD +/-RW Disk Drive CD ROM Burner Writer CD/DVD Burner Reader Compatible with Desktop Windows Linux OS Apple MacBook

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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