Top 5 Budget Laptops

Acer Swift 3 – $593

While the Acer Swift 3 may look like a Apple MacBook Air, it is a Windows machine inside and an affordable one at that. The laptop is powered by a 6th gen Intel Core i3 processor and combines it with 4GB of RAM. There is a 128GB SSD on the machine to keep everything quick and responsive. The 14-inch machine is good for students and anyone who want a lightweight laptop without spending a lot of money.The Acer Swift 3 performed fine for basic tasks like browsing the web, streaming HD video, working on Google Docs and checking emails.
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Acer Swift 3 - Specifications
Processors - 7th-gen Intel Core i3, i5 and i7
Graphics - Integrated Intel/optional Nvidia GeForce
RAM - 4GB or 8GB of memory
Storage - SSD(128GB/256GB/512GB) or HDD(500GB/1TB/2TB)
Fingerprint reader with Windows Hello support
Optional backlit keyboard
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Lenovo Thinkpad 13 – $439

The Lenovo ThinkPad 13 has a durable design with an excellent keyboard. It has a fingerprint reader, many ports and solid battery life. Made for business, the ThinkPad 13 also works well for casual personal use, daily office tasks and school work. It’s small dimensions are portable enough for a daily commute, or taking from the home office to the coffee shop, although it’s not exactly lightweight at 3.17 pounds (1.44kg).
Tested against 12 military-grade requirements and passing more than 200 quality checks, ThinkPad 13 was designed to withstand work, travel, fun, and anything else you can throw at it.
You can connect to just about any accessory you need, whether it’s an external drive via speedy USB 3.0, a phone or other device via USB Type-C, or a TV or other monitor via HDMI.
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Lenovo Thinkpad 13 - Specifications
Screen - 13.3-inch 1920x1080/1366x768
Processor - Celeron/Core i3/Core i5-7200U/Core i5-7300U
RAM - 4GB/8GB/16GB DDR4 RAM
Storage - 128GB/256GB SSD
Graphics - Intel HD Graphics 610
Optional fingerprint reader
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Acer Swift 1 – $289

The Acer Swift 1 is a thin, lightweight budget-friendly laptop that has a few higher-end features that make it a more attractive deal than competing systems at its $329 price. Battery life is good at more than 9 hours. Its low-end components mean it can’t do much beyond basics and its limited storage will likely require some external option.
The Swift 1 is cheap, looks nice and has a good battery — just don’t give it anything more difficult to do than web browsing.
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Acer Swift 1 - Specifications
Display size/resolution - 13.3-inch 1920x1080 display
CPU - 1.1GHz Intel Pentium N4200
Memory - 4GB DDR3 SDRAM
Graphics - 128MB Intel HD Graphics 505
Storage - 64GB flash storage
Networking - 802.11ac, Bluetooth 4.0
Operating System- Window 10 Home (64-bit)
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Lenovo Flex 11 chromebook – $279

The Lenovo Flex 11 is an affordable Chromebook with a durable build. Its 360-degree hinges allow it to prop up like a tent, fold flat or be used as a tablet. It has an IPS display. Built to withstand 2.4-foot drops and keyboard spills, Lenovo’s Flex 11 is a 2-in-1 Chromebook that’s strong and simple enough for the classroom. The $279 laptop is not powerful, but it’s more than adequate for elementary- or middle-school homework. Discerning students may take issue with the Flex 11’s shallow keyboard and below-average battery life, but its durability and low price make it an attractive option for parents and educators.
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Lenovo Flex 11 - Specifications
Display size/resolution - 11.6-inch 1366x768 display
CPU - Quad Core AMD Processor (2.10GHz)
Memory - 4GB DDR3 SDRAM
Storage - 32GB flash storage & 100GB Google Drive for 2 years
Operating System- Google Chrome
Ports - USB C, USB 3.0, HDMI, SD card slot
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Asus Chromebook Flip – $499

A thin, sleek and lightweight Chromebook featuring a 360 degree hinge, touchscreen, and Google Play Store, starting at $499.This versatile touchscreen device frees you to work or play anywhere, anytime with its 10-hour battery life, backlit keyboard with super-large touchpad, and future-proof USB-C port. The Chromebook Flip C302 also gives access to millions of amazing apps available at the Google Play Store. Choose from millions of apps including premium entertainment, popular games, and the latest productivity apps to help you do what you love.
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Asus Chromebook Flip C302 - Specifications
Display size/resolution - 12.5-inch 1920x1080 LED
CPU - Intel® Core™ M 6Y30, M 6Y75, Pentium® 4405Y Processor
Memory - 4GB/8GB DDR3 SDRAM
Storage - 32GB/64GB/128GB EMCC
Operating System- Google Chrome
Ports - 2 Type USB-C, 1 audio jack COMBO, 1 micro-card slot
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