Best Cheap Laptop of 2015
Best Cheap Laptop of 2015
The era of the Netbook may be
long gone, but you can still find their successors -- Chromebooks and
Atom-powered Windows tablets -- for under $300. We're including the $900
11-inch MacBook Air here as well, as the most affordable Apple option. To
explore the best in all categories, check our list of the best laptops overall.
1. Lenovo N20
Lenovo's N20p is a long-lasting touchscreen Chromebook with
a design on the sharper side of budget, but its semi-hybrid hinge feels like a
half measure.
Price: $269.99 - $279.99
Chrome OS
With a boot time as fast
as 3 seconds, integrated browser security, and auto-updates to ensure your
technology is always up-to-date; you get all the benefits of a Lenovo/Google
partnership. Plus, the N20 Chromebook comes loaded with useful Google apps like
Gmail, YouTube, and Google Maps and you can access thousands more—including
those that help you to succeed in the classroom and beyond—in the chrome Web
Store.
All-Day Battery Life
You can be productive—or play—all day long on a
single charge. The 38.4Wh 6-cell integrated battery lasts up to **8 hours.
(Battery life varies depending upon configuration and use.)Thin and Light for
Doers on the GoThin and light laptops usually bear a hefty price tag, but the
affordable N20 Chromebook is just over a half of an inch thin (only 17.9mm )
thin and weighs in at less than 3 pounds (1.3kg).
Full-Sized Keyboard With
Touchpad
The acclaimed AccuType keyboard is ergonomically designed to make
typing more comfortable and to reduce errors. The intuitive, easy-to-use
touchpad features simple scroll, zoom, and rotate functions.
HD Webcam & Speakers
The N20
Chromebook includes a 720p HD webcam and integrated speakers, which are perfect
for web chats.
Connectivity
The N20 Chromebook includes Blue Tooth and 802.11 A/C
WiFi options. Plus it features an optional 3G cellular configuration, so you
can go online at the press of a button regardless of wireless service.
Optional
Warranty Upgrades
On-Site/In-Home Service Maximize PC uptime and productivity
with a warranty upgrade, which provides convenient, fast repair services in
your own home.
What is Lenovo N20?- Video
2. Asus Transformer Book T100
The Asus Transformer Book T100 revives the Netbook value
proposition (and Netbook usability issues) in a budget-price 10-inch laptop
that doubles as a tablet. You won’t love it, but for sheer bang for the buck,
it’s hard to beat.
Price: $269.00 - $279.00
Display size/resolution 10.1-inch,
1,366 x 768 touch screen
PC CPU 1.3GHz Intel
Atom Z3740
PC Memory 2,948MB DDR2 SDRAM 800MHz
Graphics 32GB
Intel HD Graphics
Storage 64GB
SSD hard drive
Optical drive None
Networking 802.11b/g/n
wireless, Bluetooth 4.0
Operating system Windows
8 (32-bit)
What is Asus Transformer Book T100?- Video
3. HP Stream 11.6
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The HP Stream 11 aims to be a
cloud-focused laptop, much like a Chromebook, but with the added utility of
Windows 8. It's a rock-bottom budget laptop, so don't get your hopes up, but
the battery life is impressive.
Price: $199.99 - $231.99
Intel® Celeron® processor N2840
Features a 2.58GHz processor
speed.
2GB DDR3 SDRAM
For multitasking power.
Note: Optical drive not included
Compatible with optional external
recordable CD/DVD drives (not included).
11.6" WLED-backlit
high-definition display
With an antiglare finish and 1366
x 768 resolution showcases movies, games and Web content in striking clarity,
even in bright lighting.
32GB eMMC solid state drive
Provides space for storing
important files.
Intel® HD graphics
For lush images. HDMI output
enables flexible connectivity.
Built-in webcam
Makes it easy to video chat with
friends and family members.
Digital media reader
Supports SD format.
1 USB 3.0 port and 1 USB 2.0 port
For fast digital video, audio and
data transfer.
Built-in high-speed wireless LAN
(802.11b/g/n)
Connect to the Internet without
wires.
Bluetooth interface
Easily link with other
Bluetooth-enabled devices, such as a cell phone or MP3 player.
Weighs only 2.8 lbs. and measures
just 0.8" thin
For lightweight portability.
HP finish in gradient micro dot
horizon blue
Offers a stylish look.
Microsoft 8.1 64-bit operating
system preinstalled
Provides a stable platform for
word processing, Web navigation, gaming, media storage and more.
Software package included
With a 1-year trial of Microsoft
Office 365 and 60 minutes of Skype per month for 1 year. Cloud Storage: Get 1TB
of Microsoft OneDrive storage for 1 year.
What is HP Stream 11.6?- Video
4. Toshiba Chromebook 2
If you're looking for an all-around solid Chrome OS
experience -- with one of the best screens we've seen on a Chromebook -- the
Toshiba Chromebook 2 should be your starting point.
Price: $299.00 - $329.99
13.3" Full HD display
1920 x 1080 resolution with native 1080p support to showcase
your games and HD movies with impressive color and clarity. TruBrite technology
amps up color and clarity. Energy-efficient LED backlight.
Intel® Celeron® processor N2840
Entry-level dual-core processor for general e-mail, Internet
and productivity tasks.
4GB system memory for basic multitasking
Adequate high-bandwidth RAM to smoothly run multiple
applications and browser tabs all at once.
16GB solid state drive (SSD)
While offering less storage space than a hard drive, a
flash-based SSD has no moving parts, resulting in faster start-up times and
data access, no noise, and reduced heat production and power draw on the
battery.
Intel® HD Graphics
On-processor graphics with shared video memory provide
everyday image quality for Internet use, basic photo editing and casual gaming.
Weighs 3 lbs. and measures 0.8" thin
Ultrathin and ultralight for maximum portability, featuring
a smaller screen size and omitting the DVD/CD drive to achieve the compact form
factor. 3-cell lithium polymer battery.
Bluetooth 4.0 interface syncs with compatible devices
Wirelessly transfer photos, music and other media between
the laptop and your Bluetooth-enabled cell phone or MP3 player, or connect
Bluetooth wireless accessories.
1 USB 3.0 port maximizes the latest high-speed devices
Also includes 1 USB 2.0 port to connect more accessories and
peripherals. The USB 3.0 port is backward-compatible with USB 2.0 devices (at
2.0 speeds).
HDMI output expands your viewing options
Connect to an HDTV or high-def monitor to set up two screens
side by side or just see more of the big picture.
Built-in media reader for simple photo transfer
Supports Secure Digital, Secure Digital High Capacity, SDXC,
miniSD, and microSD memory card formats.
Dual-band wireless network connectivity
Built-in high-speed wireless LAN connects to your network or
hotspots on all current Wi-Fi standards.
Google Chrome OS
Automatically downloads and installs security and software
updates, so you don't have to waste your time managing patches and waiting for
restarts.
Built-in HD webcam with microphone
Makes it easy to video chat with family and friends or
teleconference with colleagues over Skype or other popular applications.
Chrome OS keyboard
Handy one-touch function keys. Fully clickable touchpad with
click-anywhere functionality and support for one-finger left click, two-finger
right click, and two-finger scrolling.
Built-in virus protection and Google products
Work, play and do right out of the box with Search, Gmail,
Talk, YouTube and Hangouts, then personalize with the Chrome Web Store.
Multiple layers of protection defend against viruses and malware.
