Don't know which computer to buy (Budget up to $750)

If you are looking for the best computer to buy, for the amount of money you are willing to spare, buy Asus Zenbook Flip. The Asus Zenbook Flip UX360UA is a stylish, lightweight 13,3" 360° convertible Ultrabook with great battery life. Compared with the past Zenbook Flip models the hinge is much improved, and is now much smoother to switch between the various modes that this convertible has to offer.

Overall, the Asus Zenbook Flip UX360UA is a great device, its only issue being the loud noise it produces when under full load.

Key characteristics

Other characteristics

• Networking; Wi-Fi Dual-Band a/b/g/n/ac w/Bluetooth 4.2 Combo Card

• Ports: 3xUSB 3.0 Type-C, HDMI, Audio, SD Card Reader

• Operating system: Windows 10 Home 64bit

• Weight; 1.3kg

 Benchmarks & Tests (Learn more about benchmarks)

Processor (Tested with Cinebench R15).

• Cinebench R15 Single Core: 132 Points (Excellent single core score)

• Cinebench R15 Multi Core:   334 Points (Great score for a dual core processor, but could be higher)

Graphics Benchmarks: (Tested with 3DMark11)

• 3DMark 11 Overall:    1646 (Low score, typical of integrated graphics

Reviews on other sites

This model got excellent reviews with an overall rating of 86% (Notebookcheck) and 4/5 Stars on Amazon

Pros:

• Bright & high contrast Ratio display
• fast SSD storage
• excellent battery life
• stylish and slim chassis
• Wi-Fi AC
• USB 3.0 Type-C

Contras:

• Loud!

Conclusion

The above characteristics make this computer a great choice for users looking for a small, stylish convertible with almost no compromises.

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The Asus ZenBook Flip S UX370UA has a perfect build and is a good traveling companion due to its lightweight. Prolific writers will be happy to hear about the good keyboard.

The performance is pretty good and the 15W Intel Core i5-7200U processor doesn't throttle too often in real word scenarios

The Asus ZenBook Flip S UX370UA also has other big advantages over the competition: it being silent yet air cooled, and its being much cheaper than most competitors are.

At just 730$, the Asus ZenBook Flip S UX370UA is a total deal!

Key characteristics

Other characteristics

• Networking; Intel Dual-Band Wireless-AC 8260 Wi-Fi a/b/g/n/ac w/Bluetooth 4.1 Combo Card

• Ports: 2xUSB 3.0 Type C, Audio

• Operating system: Windows 10 Home 64bit

• Battery: 39Wh Li-Ion

• Weight; 1.1kg

Benchmarks & Tests (Learn more about benchmarks)

Processor (Tested with Cinebench R15).

• Cinebench R15 Single Core: 127 Points

• Cinebench R15 Multi Core:   302 Points

 
Graphics Benchmarks: (Tested with 3DMark11)

• 3DMark 11:  1743 (Low score, but better than most Intel integrated graphics)

Gaming Benchmarks:

• Bioshock Infinite (Medium 1366x768): 31 fps (Barely Playable)
• Battlefield 4 (Low 1366x768): 41fps (Playable)
• Rise of the Tomb Raider: (Unplayable)

Reviews on other sites

This model got excellent reviews with an overall rating of 87% (Notebookcheck)

Pros:

• Stylish design
• Light weight
• Good contrast ratio if compared to most TN displays
• Silence
• Keys with backlighting
• Large keys with backlighting
• Fast Wi-Fi
• Fingerprint reader

Contras:

• Unstable and wobbling base
• CPU throttling due to thermal limitations
• lack of SD Card reader
• TN (a.k.a. bad) like viewing angles due to SureView technology
• Lack of ports
• Overly reflective display

Conclusion

At just 730$, the Asus ZenBook Flip S UX370UA is a total deal! A cheaper, yet still high end looking alternative to the competition.

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The HP Z238 is an entry-level workstation desktop PC designed for creative professionals that don't need powerful 3D graphics capabilities.

The combo of the powerful quad core Intel Core i5-7500 and integrated HD Graphics 630 help this workstation being a valid companion to every serious photo/video editor.

The Z238 has been especially designed for heavy duty CPU and 2D graphics computations and, like all HP Workstations, has been thoroughly tested under extreme conditions.

This compact workstation is fully modular and easily upgradable, and if you need an inexpensive yet powerful, mainly used for 2D creativity workstation that will last in time, the HP Z238 is probably the best solution on the market.

Key characteristics

Other characteristics

• Networking; Gigabit Ethernet

• Ports: 3xDisplayPort, Serial, PS/2 Mouse, PS/2 Keyboard, 4xUSB 3.0, 6xUSB 2.0, RJ-45, 4x Audio, SD Card Reader

• Operating system: Windows 10 Pro 64bit

Benchmarks & Tests (Learn more about benchmarks)

Processor (Tested with Cinebench R15).

• Cinebench R15 Single Core: 162 Points (One of the highest single core scores)

• Cinebench R15 Multi Core:   617 Points (Excellent score)

 
Graphics Benchmarks: (Tested with 3DMark11)

• 3DMark 11:  1914 (Low score, but better than most Intel integrated graphics)

At just 715$, the HP Z238 is a total deal and thanks to its modularity and expandability, a seemingly perfect entry into the creatives workstation world.

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This small wonder called Acer One 10 is one of the most affordable, and most likely the best small form factor 2-in-1 convertibles out there. At just 249$, it will be a great companion to whoever needs a swift and stylish laptop for basic internet and multimedia use!

Key characteristics

Other characteristics

• Networking; Wi-fi n w/Bluetooth 4.0

• Operating system: Windows 10 Home 32bit (The 32bit version of Windows 10 is a much better solution for the small amount of Memory this laptop has.)

(Typical) user groups

The above characteristics make this computer a great choice for:

• Students and people who want a small and versatile convertible laptop for basic internet workloads and Windows Store apps.

Reviews on other sites

With an overall rating of 81% (4.5 Stars on Amazon, 81% on Notebookcheck) this computer has an above-average rating, and according to Notebook check the Aspire one is no.2 in their top 10 Notebooks under 500$.

Pros:

• High quality look and design
• Good keyboard and touchpad
• Bright and high contrast screen.

Contras:

• Slightly outdated hardware
• Lack of modern connectivity (Wi-Fi ac and USB 3.0)

Conclusion

The Acer One 10 S1002 is widely considered the best low priced netbook. Whoever needs a small computer for basic tasks at a very low price will be very satisfied with the Acer One 10.

You can buy it on Amazon.

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If you need a quiet, almost silent and capable business & multimedia all-around laptop that can replace a desktop PC and be used outdoors, the Toshiba Satellite-C70-C-1FT may be your choice.

Key characteristics

Other characteristics

• Networking; Realtek RTL8168/8111 Gigabit Ethernet + Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 3165 Wi-Fi a/b/g/n/ac w/Bluetooth 4.1 Combo Card(usually everything you need for cabled and wireless connection)

• Ports: 2xUSB 2.0, USB 3.0, Ethernet, HDMI, Audio 3.5mm (good selection of ports but only one USB 3.0 and DisplayPort video output)

• Operating system: Microsoft Windows 7 Professional 64bit + Free Upgrade to Windows 10 Pro 64bit (like most business oriented laptops Windows 7 Professional is preloaded instead of Windows 10)

Reviews on other sites

With an overall rating of 70% (Notebookcheck), this computer has an above-average rating.

Pros:

• Relatively good performance
• Quiet operation
• Low operating temperature

Contras:

• Unimpressive keyboard and touchpad

(Typical) user groups

The above characteristics make this computer a great choice for:

• Multimedia users that want a big and quiet laptop, mainly for multimedia and some moderate gaming. This device is not good for heavy typing.
• Business users that don't need many legacy and exotic ports.

Conclusion

The Toshiba Satellite C70−C−1FT is a good choice if you plan to have a laptop completely dedicated to multimedia and some moderate gaming at medium details.

You can buy it on Amazon or Monclick.

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The Acer Travelmate P278 is a great Desktop Replacement business laptop with a multimedia twist!

Key characteristics

Other characteristics

• Networking; Realtek RTL8168/8111 Gigabit Ethernet + Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 7265 (a/b/g/h/n/ac) w/Bluetooth 4.0 (usually everything you need for Cabled and Wi-Fi connectivity)

• Ports: 4xUSB 3.0, VGA, HDMI, 3.5mm Audio, Ethernet

• Operating system: Windows 10 Pro 64bit

• Weight; 3kg

(Typical) user groups

The above characteristics make this computer a great choice for:

• Multimedia users and casual gamers in search of a more premium computer without spending too much.
• Enterprise users who need some serious 3D graphics capabilities.

Reviews on other sites

This model got good reviews (75% Notebookcheck and 5 Stars on Amazon).

Pros:

• Good matte display
• Keyboard
• Big and fast storage solution
• Great battery life.

Contras:

• Relatively difficult upgradability
• Lack of keyboard backlighting.

Conclusion

The above characteristics make this computer an ideal choice for business users that need something more performant in multimedia and 3D graphics workloads than the average business PC.

You can buy right now for about 789$ on Amazon.com

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The Lenovo ThinkPad Edge E550 is one of the best entry-level business laptops ever made. It features good business performance and great keyboard and matte screen for a small price under 500$. You can also try to play some casual games during coffee breaks; just don't pretend too much from it.

Key characteristics

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Other characteristics

• Networking; Intel i219-LM Gigabit Ethernet + Intel Dual Band Wireless AC 3160 w/Bluetooth 4.0 Combo Card (usually everything you need for Cabled and Wi-Fi connectivity)

• Ports: 2xUSB 3.0, USB 2.0, HDMI, VGA, Ethernet, SD Card Reader, docking station port (great selection of ports that can be expanded thanks to the docking station socket)

• Operating system: Microsoft Windows 7 Pro 64bit + Windows 10 Pro 64bit upgrade DVD

• Weight; 2.35kg

(Typical) user groups

The above characteristics make this computer a great choice for:

• Business users that don't need too much memory intensive workloads.
• University students that want something more than a Chromebook.

Benchmarks & Tests (Learn more about benchmarks)

Processor (Tested with Cinebench R15).

• Cinebench R15 Single Core: 110 Points

• Cinebench R15 Multi Core:   264 Points

 
Graphics Benchmarks: (Tested with 3DMark11)

• 3DMark 11: 984

Reviews on other sites

This model got excellent reviews (82% Notebookcheck and 4.4/5 Stars on Amazon).

Pros:

• Quiet operation
• High quality casing
• Cool operation
• Long battery life
• Fast internet interfaces
• Great typing experience only Lenovo can provide.
• Fast Wi-Fi
• Fingerprint reader

Contras:

• Matte but relatively mediocre and dark display.

Conclusion

The above characteristics make this computer an ideal choice for business user and students that need a good quality built and typing experience and don't need a lot of RAM or are willing to upgrade it soon.

You can buy right now for about 599$ on Amazon.com

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The ASUS Transformer book is one of the best basic convertible laptops in the under 300$ category. It is powerful enough to do all the basic internet stuff you may need, the chassis has a lightweight and sturdy design and the Intel Atom CPU inside means it is entirely fanless.

 Key characteristics

Other characteristics

• Networking; Wi-Fi a/b/g/n w/Bluetooth 4.0 (Wi-Fi connectivity only, doesn't support the latest Wi-Fi ac standard)

• Ports: USB 2.0, microUSB 2.0, USB 3.0 Type-C , microHDMI, 3,5mm Audio

• Operating system: Windows 10 Home 64bit

• Weight; 1.07kg

Reviews on other sites

This model got good reviews (80% Notebookcheck and 3.3 Stars on Amazon).

Pros:

• Improved keyboard docking mechanism
• Improved graphic capabilities compared to the older Asus Transformer Book
• Good screen
• Fast eMMC storage
• Silent and cool working
• Extremely good port selection
• Impressive battery life of over 24hours.

Contras:

• Bad smartphone-like speakers
• Mediocre application performance.

Conclusion

The above characteristics make this computer an ideal choice for people in need of a basic internet-browsing convertible that has an extra-long battery life and offers as many ports as you may need in a convertible.

You can buy right now for about 286$ on Amazon.com

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This colorful little laptop is a great mobile video player and internet-browsing machine. The matte screen guarantees a flawless use outdoors, and the long battery life and silent operation makes it one of the best choices at just 249$. The small storage can be a problem, but thankfully it can be expanded via SD card and/or external USB drives.

Key characteristics

Other characteristics

• Networking; Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 3160 Wi-Fi a/b/g/n/ac w/Bluetooth 4.0(usually everything you need for Wi-Fi connectivity)

• Ports: USB 3.0, USB 2.0, 3,5mm Audio

• Operating system: Windows 10 Home 64bit

• Weight; 1.18kg (extremely lightweight for workstation standards)

Benchmarks & Tests (Learn more about benchmarks)

Processor (Tested with Cinebench R15).

• Cinebench R15 Single Core: 36 Points

• Cinebench R15 Multi Core:   67 Points

 
Graphics Benchmarks: (Tested with 3DMark11)

• 3DMark 11:  412

Reviews on other sites

This model got good reviews (80% Notebookcheck and 3.4 Stars on Amazon).

Pros:

• Good battery life
• Silent operation
• Matte screen
• Silence
• Keys with backlighting
• Large keys with backlighting
• Fast Wi-Fi
• Fingerprint reader

Contras:

• Small storage
• Lack of upgradability

Conclusion

The above characteristics make this computer an ideal choice for people in need of an ultraportable, basic, internet browsing laptop for a very low price.

You can buy right now for about 178$ on Amazon.com

The Highlight of this basic internet-browsing computer is its high-resolution full HD 10.1" touchscreen. The Toshiba Satellite Click 10 has an excellent keyboard dock and a great battery life of over 10 hours.

 Key characteristics

Other characteristics

• Networking; Wi-Fi a/b/g/n w/Bluetooth 4.0 (Wi-Fi connectivity only, doesn't support the latest Wi-Fi ac standard)

• Ports: 2xUSB 2.0, microUSB 2.0, microHDMI, 3,5mm Audio

• Operating system: Windows 10 Home 64bit

• Weight; 1.09kg

Reviews on other sites

This model got excellent reviews with an overall rating of 87% (Notebookcheck)

Pros:

• Stunning High Resolution IPS Display
• Comfortable Keyboard Dock
• Long battery life

Contras:

• Low amount of RAM that is the bare minimum for Windows 10 64bit

Conclusion

The above characteristics make this computer an ideal choice for people in need of a basic internet-browsing convertible that has an extra-long battery life and offers as many ports as you may need in a convertible.

You can buy right now for about 238$ on Amazon.com

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The Acer Aspire E5-722-2611 is a giant sized netbook, made mostly for internet browsing and basic office workloads. It is constantly cool & quiet thanks to its huge chassis. The keyboard and the build quality are both excellent and as a plus, it can play some casual games thanks to its AMD APU. This laptop is a great introduction to the world of PCs.

  Key characteristics

Other characteristics

• Networking; Gigabit Ethernet + Wi-Fi a/b/g/n/ac w/ Bluetooth 4.0 (Everything you may need for cabled and Wi-Fi connectivity)

• Ports: 2xUSB 2.0, USB 3.0, VGA, HDMI, Ethernet, 3.5mm Audio

• Operating system: Windows 10 Home 64bit

• Weight; 2.5kg

Reviews on other sites

This model got good reviews (81% Notebookcheck and 4 Stars on Amazon).

Pros:

• Cool & Quiet operation
• Good keyboard
• Decent battery life

Contros:

• Relatively difficult upgradability

Conclusion

The above characteristics make this computer an ideal choice for people in need of a bigger sized, basic, internet-browsing PC with a little more performance than its Intel Braswell-based competitors do.

You can buy right now for about 329$ on Amazon.com

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This colorful 13 incher's main target are school students and other people that want to have a stylish, lightweight and silent internet browsing machine that can be used outdoor, thanks to its matte display. The HP Stream 13 Series is considered by many as the Chromebook Killer.

 Key characteristics

Other characteristics

• Networking; Realtek RTL8723BE Wi-Fi n w/Bluetooth 4.0 PCI Express (Wi-Fi connectivity only, doesn't support the latest Wi-Fi ac standard)

• Ports: USB 2.0, USB 3.0,HDMI, 3,5mm Audio

• Operating system: Windows 10 Home 64bit

• Weight; 1.54kg

Reviews on other sites

This model got good reviews (78% Notebookcheck and 4 Stars on Amazon).

Pros:

• Silent, fanless operation
• Good matte display
• Decent keyboard
• Good battery runtime

Contras:

• Low display brightness
• Loss of CPU Turbo Boost under constant load

Conclusion

The above characteristics make this computer an ideal choice for people in need of a basic internet browsing pc with an extra long-battery life and a good keyboard for as little bucks as possible.

You can buy right now for about 219$ on Amazon.com

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This is a smaller and slightly less colorful alternative to the HP Stream 13, they are mostly similar and they are both very good internet browsing machines. The great Matte display is the main selling point, together with the free One Year Office 365 Personal license. The Storage of only 32GB is a bit tiny but can be easily expanded with microSD cards and/or External USB Drives.

  Key characteristics

Other characteristics

• Networking; Wi-Fi a/b/g/n w/Bluetooth 4.0 (Wi-Fi connectivity only, doesn't support the latest Wi-Fi ac standard)

• Ports: HDMI, Audio, USB 2.0, USB 3.0

• Operating system: Windows 10 Home 64bit

• Weight; 1.2kg

Reviews on other sites

This model got good reviews (78% Notebookcheck and 3.5 Stars on Amazon).

Pros:

• Matte display
• Good battery life
• Good keyboard
• One free year of Microsoft Office 365 bundled with the device.
• Keys with backlighting
• Large keys with backlighting
• Fast Wi-Fi
• Fingerprint reader

Contras:

• Lack of upgradability

Conclusion

The above characteristics make this computer an ideal choice for people in need of a basic internet browsing pc with an extra-long battery life and good keyboard for as little bucks as possible.

You can buy right now for about 160$ on Amazon.com

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This small basic laptop is extremely cheap and lightweight (less than 1Kg). In addition it does its job of internet-browsing machine fairly well, thanks to a quad core Atom CPU. Its Long battery, small size, Inexpensive price tag and well-built chassis make the Lenovo IdeaPad 100S a top seller worldwide.

  Key characteristics

Other characteristics

• Networking; Wi-Fi a/b/g/n w/Bluetooth 4.0 (Wi-Fi connectivity only, doesn't support the latest Wi-Fi ac standard)

• Ports: 2xUSB 2.0, HDMI, Audio 3.5mm, microSD/SDXC/SDHC Card Reade

• Operating system: Windows 10 Home 32bit

• Weight; 998g

Benchmarks & Tests (Learn more about benchmarks)

Processor (Tested with Cinebench R15).

• Cinebench R15 Single Core: 127 Points

• Cinebench R15 Multi Core:   302 Points

Reviews on other sites

This model got good reviews (78% Notebookcheck and 4 Stars on Amazon).

Pros:

• Long battery life
• Great price
• Lightweight and fanless design
• Good build quality.

Contras:

• Mediocre screen

Conclusion

The above characteristics make this computer an ideal choice for people in need of a basic internet browsing pc with an extra-long battery life and good keyboard for as little bucks as possible.

You can buy right now for about 170$ on Amazon.com

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This small, colorful 360° convertible netbook from Acer surprises for its build quality and great battery life. If you need a basic, inexpensive laptop for basic needs that can turn into a tablet, tent or all-in-one, this is the right device for you.

  Key characteristics

Other characteristics

• Networking; Gigabit Ethernet + Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 3160 Wi-Fi a/b/g/n/ac w/Bluetooth 4.0 (Excellent Connectivity, everything you will need for cabled and Wi-Fi connection)

• Ports: HDMI, Audio, USB 2.0, USB 3.0, Ethernet
• Operating system: Windows 10 Home 64bit
• Weight; 1.4kg

Reviews on other sites

This model got good reviews (78% Notebookcheck and 4.5 Stars on Amazon).

Pros:

• Solid build
• Excellent battery life

Contras:

• Mediocre screen
• Lack of upgradability

Conclusion

The above characteristics make this computer an ideal choice for people in need of a basic internet browsing convertible with an extra long battery life and a great, colorful chassis  for as little bucks as possible.

You can buy right now for about 329$ on Amazon.com

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This awesome 12.3" 2-in-1 Business Convertible combines great power, total silence and a great ultra-high resolution touchscreen. The new Smart Keyboard and Surface Pen are both incredible, offering accurate typing and precise touch input. Thanks to the extremely-efficient passive cooling, some gaming can be done at low to moderate settings.

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Other characteristics

• Networking; Marvell Wireless AC Wi-Fi a/b/g/n/ac w/Bluetooth 4.0 (Wi-Fi connectivity only, supports the latest Wi-Fi ac standard)

• Ports: USB 3.0, MiniDisplayPort, microSD Card, 3,5mm audio

• Operating system: Windows 10 Pro 64bit

• Weight; 1kg

Reviews on other sites

This model got very good reviews (88% Notebookcheck and 4 Stars on Amazon).

Pros:

• Gorgeous display
• Silent and fanless, albeit powerful core m3 based design
• Greatly improved keyboard dock and its terrific Pen
• High quality chassis at an honest price
• Impressive battery life and extremely high performance for such an energy frugal processor

Contras:

• Lack of Thunderbolt 3 ports
• High system temperatures under heavy load.

Conclusion

The above characteristics make this computer an ideal choice for business users in search of a silent laptop that can become a tablet without having to sacrifice performance.

You can buy right now for about 799$ on Amazon.com

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This classy business 2-In-1 Convertible has an even better keyboard dock than the Surface Pro, plus it can easily be upgraded thanks to a maintenance hatch. The Touchscreen is one of the best out there, very bright and with a very high contrast ratio. Its battery life is another great selling point and can last for an incredible amount of 15 Hours.

.  Key characteristics

Other characteristics

• Networking; Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8260 Wi-Fi ac w/Bluetooth 4.2 (Wi-Fi connectivity only, supports the latest Wi-Fi ac standard)

• Ports: USB 2.0, USB 3.0, microHDMI, 3.5mm Audio

• Operating system: Windows 10 Pro 64bit

• Weight; 780kg

Benchmarks & Tests (Learn more about benchmarks)

Processor (Tested with Cinebench R15).

• Cinebench R15 Single Core: 113 Points

• Cinebench R15 Multi Core:   217 Points

 
Graphics Benchmarks: (Tested with 3DMark11)

• 3DMark 11:  1219 

Gaming Benchmarks:

• Bioshock Infinite (Ultra Low 1280x720): (Barely Playable)
• Company of Heroes 2: (Unplayable)
• Rise Of The Tomb Raider: (Unplayable)

Reviews on other sites

This model got very good reviews (86% Notebookcheck and 3.5 Stars on Amazon).

Pros:

• Gorgeous display,
• Silent and fanless but powerful core m5 based design
• Great keyboard dock and its terrific Pen
• High quality chassis at an honest price
• Impressive battery life and extremely high performance for such an energy frugal processor

Contras:

• Conservative use of Turbo Boost under heavy multitasking

Conclusion

The above characteristics make this computer an ideal choice for business users in search of a silent laptop that can become a tablet without having to sacrifice performance.

You can buy right now for about 679$ on Amazon.com

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The Asus K501 is a great 15.6" laptop suitable for gamers and multimedia fan alike. Although the Nvidia GeForce GTX 950M is not-apt for ultra hardcore gaming, it can still play the vast majority of games in full HD. Users will appreciate its sturdy chassis, powerful speakers, it's very high quality IPS matte display, and a keyboard that offers an amazing, almost Lenovo level, typing experience. Overall, the price/performance ratio is extremely good and this laptop is worth all the money.

Other characteristics

• Networking; Realtek Gigabit Ethernet + Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 7265 Wi-Fi ac w/Bluetooth 4.0 (All you will need for cabled and Wi-Fi connectivity)

• Ports: 3xUSB 3.0, USB 3.0 Type-C, HDMI, miniDisplayPort, RJ-45, Audio 3.5mm

• Operating system: Windows 10 Home 64bit

• Weight; 2.5kg

Reviews on other sites

This model got very good reviews (85% Notebookcheck and 4 Stars on Amazon).

Pros:

• Gorgeous display
• High performance Intel Core i7 and Nvidia Graphics
• Great and stable network interface
• Awesome design

Contras:

• Small keypad
• ASUS used the 2GB version of the GeForce GTX 950M instead of the 4GB one used by the HP Pavilion 15 Gaming.

Conclusion

The above characteristics make this computer an ideal choice for PC gamers on a relatively tight budget that, at the same time, don't want to sacrifice too much performance.

You can buy right now for about 749$ on Amazon.com

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The Lenovo ThinkPad E460 is one of the cheapest ThinkPads and can be a very interesting Device for both home and SME business users. With its IPS display, modern processors, and discrete AMD Graphics Card that can even appeal to gamers.

All the other classic Lenovo features, like a good case, TrackPoint, the best keyboards in the laptop world, and support for many Docking Stations are present.

 Key characteristics

Other characteristics

• Networking; Intel I219-V Gigabit Ethernet + Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 3165 Wi-Fi a/b/g/n/ac w/Bluetooth 4.2 (usually everything you need for Cabled and Wi-Fi connectivity)

• Ports: 3xUSB 3.0, HDMI, Docking Station Port, Audio Connections: 3.5 mm Audio, SD/MMC Card Reader (great selection of ports that can be expanded thanks to the docking station socket)

• Operating system: Windows 10 Pro 64bit

• Weight; 1.83kg (extremely lightweight for workstation standards)

(Typical) user groups

The above characteristics make this computer a great choice for:

• Multimedia users who are attracted by its serious and classy business style.
• Enterprise users who need some serious 3D graphics capabilities.

Benchmarks & Tests (Learn more about benchmarks)

Processor (Tested with Cinebench R15).

• Cinebench R15 Single Core:  119 Points

• Cinebench R15 Multi Core:   290 Points

 
Graphics Benchmarks: (Tested with 3DMark11)

• 3DMark 11:  2290 

Gaming Benchmarks:

• Bioshock Infinite (High 1366x768): 34 fps (Playable)

Reviews on other sites

This model got good reviews (85% Notebookcheck and 3 Stars on Amazon).

Pros:

• Decent casing quality,
• Incredible keyboard
• Docking station compatibility,
• High performance and excellent price/performance ratio.
• Keys with backlighting
• Large keys with backlighting
• Fast Wi-Fi
• Fingerprint reader

Contras:

• Dark screen
• Non-removable battery
• Limited upgrade options

Conclusion

The above characteristics make this computer an ideal choice for business users who are looking for a PC with a comfortable keyboard and good 3D and multimedia qualities.

You can buy right now for about 649$ on Amazon.com

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The Asus Zenbook UX305CA is ASUS' answer to the 2016 Apple Macbook: a very solid choice for everyone looking for a light and slim 13.3" Ultrabook. You'll get a very good build quality, a sturdy chassis and an IPS display with matte coating. The Zenbook has a pretty good performance and battery life, thanks to its ultra-sober Intel Core m3 6Y30 processor.

Key characteristics

Other characteristics

• Networking; Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 7265 Wi-Fi ac w/Bluetooth 4.0 (usually everything you need for Wi-Fi connectivity)

• Ports: 3xUSB 3.0, HDMI, 3.5mm Audio(great selection of ports for an ultra thin-laptop)

• Operating system: Windows 10 Home 64bit

• Weight; 1.19kg

Reviews on other sites

This model got good reviews (85% Notebookcheck and 3 Stars on Amazon).

Pros:

• Thin, sturdy chassis and good build quality
• Fast storage
• Good performance
• Noiseless and cool operation
• Bright matte display

Contras:

• Loss of performance under extremely heavy workloads
• Lack of backlight on the keyboard
• Lack of Thunderbolt 3 ports

Conclusion

The above characteristics make this computer an ideal choice for users in search of an ultra-thin & light laptop that is comparable in specs to the Apple Macbook 12 and HP Spectre 13, but at just a fraction of the price.

You can buy right now for about 689$ on Amazon.com

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Dell's Latitude E5550 is a great business Ultrabook and, thanks to its old (but not obsolete) 4th generation Intel Core i5 processor, can be found at interesting prices.

 Key characteristics

Other characteristics

• Networking; Intel i219-LM Gigabit Ethernet + Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 7265 Wi-Fi ac w/Bluetooth 4.0 + Qualcomm Gobi LTE (everything you will need for LAN, Wi-Fi and LTE connectivity)

• Ports: 3xUSB 3.0, VGA, HDMI, Docking Station, 3,5mm Audio (great selection of ports that can be easily expanded thanks to a docking station)

• Operating system: Windows 7 Professional 64bit

• Weight; 2.1kg

Benchmarks & Tests (Learn more about benchmarks)

Processor (Tested with Cinebench R15).

• Cinebench R15 Single Core: 110 Points

• Cinebench R15 Multi Core:   110 Points

 
Graphics Benchmarks: (Tested with 3DMark11)

• 3DMark 11:  826

Reviews on other sites

This model got good reviews (87% Notebookcheck).

Pros:

• Slim and elegant design
• Outstanding input devices
• Upgradability
• Good performance and perfect screen color reproduction.

Contras:

• Relatively high power consumption.

Conclusion

The above characteristics make this computer an ideal choice for business users in search of an enterprise class PC that, even if it features older components, can still compete against the latest Lenovo Thinkpads and HP EliteBooks at just a fraction of the price.

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This powerful and ultra-compact PC is an ideal solution for your business; thanks to its low voltage 4th Gen Intel Core i7, it's perfect for every type of productivity. Its compact design blends perfectly with the rest of the office and you can even hide it behind your monitor. The use of a low voltage CPU guarantees a silent operation and smaller power consumption compared with a traditional desktop.

Specs here:

• CPU Intel Core i7-4785T 2.2Ghz (3.2Ghz Turbo) Quad Core / Octathreaded 8MB L3 Cache 35W TDP 64bit
• CHIPSET: Intel Q87
• GPU: Intel HD Graphics 4600 Integrated
• NETWORKING: Gigabit Ethernet + Wi-Fi n
• RAM: 4GB DDR3-1600 Single Channel
• STORAGE: 500GB Hard Drive
• CONNECTIVITY: SD Card Reader, DVI, DisplayPort, Ethernet, 5xUSB 2.0, 2xUSB 3.0, 2xAudio, TPM
• MOUSE: ASUS Optical Mouse
• KEYBOARD: ASUS USB Keyboard
• OPERATING SYSTEM: Microsoft Windows 7 Professional + Windows 8.1 Pro 64bit
• PRICE: 600€

The Lenovo H50 is a complete home entertainment system based on AMD APUs and Radeon Rx Graphics. Other than great entertainment, Lenovo gives you the luxury to use, in all its glory, the famous AccuType Keyboard, the most precise and comfortable keyboard ever conceived. It's possible to have some advanced gaming on this PC thanks to the Dual Graphics Crossfire combo of its Integrated Radeon R7 and its dedicated AMD Radeon R7 240 working in parallel.

Note: this PC comes preinstalled with Windows 8.1, you will eventually need to upgrade to windows 10 to enjoy it to the fullest.

specs here:

• CPU: AMD A10-7800 3.5 GHz (3.9Ghz Turbo Core)  Quad Core 4MB L2 Cache 65W TDP
• CHIPSET: AMD A78 Socket FM2+
• Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1
• GPU 1 AMD Radeon R7 Integrated
• GPU 2: AMD Radeon R7 240 2GB DDR3 (Crossfire)
• STORAGE: 2TB SSHD SATA III 7.200RPM 8GB SSD Cache
• RAM: 12GB DDR3-1600 (4+2GB) Flexible channel mode
• OPTICAL DRIVE: Yes
• KEYBOARD: Lenovo AccuType
• MOUSE: Lenovo Optical Mouse
• PSU: 280W

Benchmarks & Tests (Learn more about benchmarks)

Processor (Tested with Cinebench R15).

• Cinebench R15 Single Core: 61 Points

• Cinebench R15 Multi Core:   239 Points

 
Graphics Benchmarks: (Tested with 3DMark11)

• 3DMark 11:  1698 

Gaming Benchmarks:

• Bioshock Infinite (Low 1280x720): (Playable)
• Company of Heroes 2: (Unplayable)
• Rise Of The Tomb Raider: (Unplayable)

The Pavilion 550 is one of the best choices if you want to enter the multimedia PC world for the first time. The build quality is great as always from HP, and even if it only costs 512$, it offers a pretty high performance thanks to the old but not obsolete and still powerful 4th Gen Intel Core i5-4460S. The dedicated Nvidia Graphics card isn't good for gaming nowadays but its VP6 Codec will take care of all your HD Movies and TV Series needs. 

Note: this PC comes preinstalled with Windows 8.1, you will eventually need to upgrade to windows 10 to enjoy it to the fullest.

Full Specs here:

• CPU: Intel Haswell-DT Core i5-4460S 2,9-3,4Ghz 4 Cores 7MB Cache 64bit 65WTDP
• MOTHERBOARD: Pegatron Memphis-S uATX
• GPU: Nvidia GeForce GT 705 (GF119) 1GB DDR3
• CHIPSET: Intel Lynx Point H87 Socket LGA-1150 DMI 2.0 5GT/s
• NETWORKING: Realtek RTL8151GH-CG Gigabit Ethernet
• AUDIO: IDT 92HD65C
• RAM: 8GB DDR3 1,6Ghz 64bit Single Channel
• STORAGE: 7-In-1 Card Reader + HP Supermulti DVD Burner + 1TB Western Digital Caviar Blue SATA III 7200RPM 64MB Cache
• CONNECTIVITY: 4xUSB 3.0, 5x Audio, 4x USB 2.0,  RJ-45, DVI Dual Link, HDMI
• KEYBOARD: HP USB Keyboard
• MOUSE: HP USB Optical Mouse
• PSU: 150W HP PSU
• OS: Microsoft Windows 8.1 64bit

If you love LEGO Bricks, you will love this stackable Mini Desktop. The basic block is an entry-level mini PC, great for browsing the web and do minor stuff. To expand it you can buy various other blocks to add to the main unit like a Hard Drive, or a PowerBank, so you can still use it even with no electricity, and many more.

. Full Specs Here:

• CPU: Intel Celeron N3050 (Airmont) 1,6-2,16Ghz 2 Cores 2MB Cache 64bit 7W TDP
• CHIPSET: Intel Braswell SoC Socket FCBGA-1170 
• GPU: Intel HD Graphics (Braswell) Integrated
• NETWORKING: Gigabit Ethernet + Wi-Fi ac w/Bluetooth 4.0
• AUDIO: Intel HD Audio
• RAM: 2GB DDR3L 1,6Ghz 64bit Single Channel
• STORAGE: microSD/SDHC/SDXC Card Reader + 32GB eMMC SSD
• PSU: 65W
• BATTERY: 37Wh li-ion 12 Hour Battery Life
• CONNECTIVITY: HDMI, DisplayPort, Audio, Ethernet, 3xUSB 3.0
• WEBCAM: HP TrueVision HD (720P) Webcam
• KEYBOARD: Acer Keyboard
• TOUCHPAD: Acer Optical Mouse
• OS: Microsoft Windows 10 Home 64bit
• BUNDLED SOFTWARE: McAfee LiveSafe, Cyberlink PowerBackup, Evernote, Netflix, Skype, Microsoft Office 365 Mobile, HP Lounge, Dropbox, Microsoft OneDrive (100GB)
• PRICE: 229€

The Dell OptiPlex is a powerful, versatile, ultra compact and energy efficient business desktop. This PC is great for the enterprise world and features all major security options like Full Data Encryption.

Full Specs here:

• CPU: Intel Core i3-4160T 3,1 Ghz, Dual Core / Quad Threaded 3MB L3 Cache 37W TDP
• CHIPSET: Intel H81
• GPU: Intel HD Graphics 4400 Integrated
• NETWORKING: Gigabit Ethernet
• RAM: 4GB DDR3-1600 Single Channel
• STORAGE: 500GB Hard Drive
• CONNECTIVITY: DisplayPort, VGA, Ethernet,  6xUSB 2.0, 2xUSB 3.0, Audio 3,5mm Jack
• PSU: 65W
• KEYBOARD: Dell Standard Keyboard
• MOUSE: Dell Optical Mouse
• OPERATING SYSTEM: Microsoft Windows 7 Professional + Microsoft Windows 8.1 Pro 64

Benchmarks & Tests (Learn more about benchmarks)

Processor (Tested with Cinebench R15).

• Cinebench R15 Single Core: 125 Points

• Cinebench R15 Multi Core:   316 Points

 
Graphics Benchmarks: (Tested with 3DMark11)

• 3DMark 11:  721

Ever thought about a Pink Colored Gaming laptop? Yes, it exists, and this gaming and multimedia laptop with a feminine touch is called the HP Pavilion 15-ab116n!

Key characteristics

Other characteristics

• Networking; Realtek RTL8101/2/3 Fast Ethernet + Intel Dual Band-Wireless AC-3160 Wi-Fi ac w/Bluetooth 4.0 (usually everything you need for Wi-Fi & browsing - cabled connectivity doesn't reach top internet speed as it is limited to 100 Mbit/s)

• Ports: USB 2.0, 2x USB 3.0, HDMI, Audio, RJ-45, SD card Reader (pretty good selection of ports)

• Operating system: Windows 10 Home 64bit

(Typical) user groups

The above characteristics make this computer a great choice for:

• Multimedia enthusiasts and gamers who want to save as much money as possible, but without compromises and to be able to get some extra performance thanks to the laptop's crossfire technology and future driver updates.
• Users and/or programmers of OpenCL based applications

Reviews on other sites

With an overall rating of 5 Stars (5 stars on Amazon and 5 Stars at HP Store), this computer has an above-average rating.

Pros:

• Extremely high performance
• Nice price
• Quiet operation
• Low operating temperatures
• Good quality FullHD display
• Unbeatable price/performance ratio.

Contras:

• Lack of gigabit Ethernet (only fast Ethernet is present), which is a typical defect of almost all HP made multimedia laptop.

Conclusion

The HP Pavilion 15-ab116 is a great choice for every videogamer and multimedia enthusiast. For its price of under 600€, this is absolutely the best portable gaming platform available at this price point. If you are not convinced by the color, a blue colored unit and a more serious silver version with the same or even better specs are also available.

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This Laptop is one of the cheapest entries in the world of multimedia entertainment and gaming. With a price of just 700$, you will hardly find an equivalent laptop with similar gaming performance and build quality.

Key characteristics

Other characteristics

• Networking; Realtek RTL8101/2/3 Fast Ethernet + Intel Dual Band-Wireless AC-3160 Wi-Fi ac w/Bluetooth 4.0 (usually everything you need for Wi-Fi & browsing - cabled connectivity doesn't reach top internet speed as it is limited to 100 Mbit/s)

• Ports: USB 2.0, 2x USB 3.0, HDMI, Audio, RJ-45, SD card Reader (pretty good selection of ports)

• Operating system: Windows 10 Home 64bit

(Typical) user groups

The above characteristics make this computer a great choice for:

• Multimedia enthusiasts and gamers who want to save as much money as possible but without compromises and to be able to get some extra performance thanks to the laptop's crossfire technology and future driver updates.
• Users and/or programmers of OpenCL based applications.

Reviews on other sites

With an overall rating of 5 Stars (5 stars on Amazon and 5 Stars at HP Store), this computer has an above-average rating.

Pros:

• Extremely high performance
• Quiet operation
• Low operating temperatures
• Good quality FullHD display
• A good 16GB of RAM in Dual Channel mode
• Unbeatable price/performance ratio

Contras:

• Lack of gigabit Ethernet (only fast Ethernet is present) which is a typical defect of almost all HP made multimedia laptop.

Conclusion

The HP Pavilion 15-ab126 is a great choice for every videogamer and multimedia enthusiast. For its price of under 750$, this is absolutely the best portable gaming platform available at this price point. As a plus, every future driver updates from AMD will make this laptop even more performant thanks to the newly added crossfire profiles.

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This little fanless 2-In-1 Convertible, with its quad core atom processor, is more than enough for all your basic computing needs, but sadly, the GPU doesn't have enough horsepower for games more complex than the ones in the Windows Store. The Acer Aspire Switch 10V is one of the few Basic 2-In-1 Convertible to have a secondary 500GB traditional Hard Drive storage in the keyboard Dock other than the usual 32GB of fast eMMC SSD memory.

Key characteristics

Other characteristics

• Networking; Broadcom Wi-Fi b/g/n w/Bluetooth 4.0 w/Bluetooth 4.0 (this laptop can be connected only via Wi-Fi since it doesn't support cabled connection but can be solved by using an USB adapter, the latest Wi-Fi ac protocol isn't supported)

• Ports: microSD Card Reader, USB 2.0, USB Type-C 3.1, microHDMI, 3,5mm Audio (excellent selection of ports for a cloudbook)

• Operating system: Windows 10 Home 64bit (this laptop has only 2GB of Memory which is just the barely minimum to run smoothly Windows 10 64bit)

Full specs ahead:

• CPU: Intel Atom x5-Z8300 (Airmont) 1,44-1,84Ghz 4 Cores 2MB Cache 64bit 2W TDP
• CHIPSET: Intel Cherry Trail-T SoC  Socket UTFCBGA-1380
• AUDIO: Intel HD Audio w/Stereo Speakers
• NETWORKING: Broadcom Wi-Fi b/g/n w/Bluetooth 4.0
• GPU: Intel HD Graphics Cherry Trail (12EU @ 500Mhz)
• RAM: 2GB DDR3L 1,6Ghz 64bit Single Channel
• STORAGE: 32GB eMMC SSD + 500GB Seagate Momentus Thin SATA II 5.400RPM 16MB Cache
• DISPLAY: 10.1" FullHD (1920x1200 Pixel) 16:10 IPS Glossy Capacitative Touchscreen
• CONNECTIVITY: microSD Card Reader, USB 2.0, USB Type-C 3.1, microHDMI, 3,5mm Audio
• BATTERY: 29Wh 6 Hours Battery Life
• WEIGHT: 1.2kg
• OPERATING SYSTEM: Microsoft Windows 10 Home 64bit
• WEBCAM: 1MP
• REAR CAMERA: 5MP
• PRICE: 450€

(Typical) user groups

The above characteristics make this computer a great choice for:

• Basic internet users who need a very small laptop that can easily transform into a tablet.
• Typists and writers those are not afraid of that small 10" screen.

Reviews on other sites

With an overall rating of 75% Stars ( Notebookcheck) this computer has an above-average rating.

Pros:

• Fanless design
• Good keyboard
• Bright and impressive touchscreen.

Contras:

• Lack of a tent mode
• The tablet unit is a bit too heavy in respect with the keyboard dock

Conclusion

The Acer Aspire Switch 10V is a great choice for people that need an inexpensive but well-built little typewriter and internet surfing machine that can be easily turned into a tablet.

You can buy it on Amazon.

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This is a basic laptop (at a cheap price!) for basic internet and multimedia stuff (not for videogames though). For its category, it has a surprisingly high amount of disk space. 

Key characteristics

Other characteristics

• Networking; Realtek PCI-E Fast Ethernet + Wi-Fi b/g/n w/Bluetooth 4.0 Combo Card (usually everything you need for Wi-Fi & browsing - of course, it doesn't reach top internet speed as it is limited to 100 Mbit/s)

• Ports: USB 3.0, 2xUSB 2.0, HDMI, Audio, Ethernet (pretty good selection of ports)

• Operating system: Windows 10 Home 64bit (pretty standard; this laptop has enough memory to run the 64bit version)

• Weight; 2.16kg (slightly on the upper end considering it's a netbook, but still ok)

Other characteristics

• Networking; Intel Dual-Band Wireless-AC 8260 Wi-Fi a/b/g/n/ac w/Bluetooth 4.1 Combo Card

• Ports: 2xUSB 3.0 Type C, Audio

• Operating system: Windows 10 Home 64bit

• Battery: 39Wh Li-Ion

• Weight; 1.1kg

Benchmarks & Tests (Learn more about benchmarks)

Processor (Tested with Cinebench R15).

• Cinebench R15 Single Core: 37 Points

• Cinebench R15 Multi Core:   68 Points

 
Graphics Benchmarks: (Tested with 3DMark11)

• 3DMark 11:  412

Reviews on other sites

This model got excellent reviews on Notebook-center.ru with 5 out of 5 stars. Many platforms don't show any reviews yet (e.g. Amazon) simply because it's a very new device.

Pros:

• Relatively good performance
• Big storage space for netbook standards
• Great price/performance ratio

Contras:

• None

Conclusion

The above characteristics make this computer a great choice for basic internet and multimedia stuff, but don't plan to play any videogames on it. Great storage size (e.g. for many downloads, huge music & movies collections) for its price. In addition, it's great that you can upgrade the computer (e.g. more memory & storage), a characteristic most models of this category don't offer. 

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The HP Slimline 411 is a silent, basic desktop for everyday internet and Home Theater multimedia at a cheap price. Its 1TB Storage is great for storing your movie and music collection.

Key characteristics

Other characteristics

• Networking; Realtek RTL8161 + Wi-Fi n b/g/n Bluetooth 4.0 Combo Card (usually everything you need for internet browsing, Wi-Fi not compatible with the latest ac standard)

• Ports: 2xUSB 3.0, 2xUSB 2.0, HDMI, DVI-D, 5xAudio, Ethernet (pretty good selection of ports, but only 4xUSB ports is a bit poor for a desktop)

• Operating system: Windows 10 Home 64bit (pretty standard; this small desktop has enough memory to run this 64bit version)

(Typical) user groups

The above characteristics make this computer a great choice for:

• Students and other people that need a pc just for basic internet and multimedia stuff, want a lot of storage for downloads and media files but don't plan to play videogames on it.
• Home Theater PC Enthusiast that want a silent home entertainment system.

Benchmarks & Tests (Learn more about benchmarks)

Processor (Tested with Cinebench R15).

• Cinebench R15 Single Core: 39 Points

• Cinebench R15 Multi Core:   69 Points

 
Graphics Benchmarks: (Tested with 3DMark11)

• 3DMark 11:  414

Reviews on other sites

With an overall rating of 5 Stars (5 stars on Amazon) this computer has an above-average rating.

Pros:

• Relatively good performance
• Big storage
• Great price/performance ratio

Contras:

• None

Conclusion

The HP  SlimLine 411 (Celeron N3050/4GB/1TB HDD Nettop) is a great choice if you are willing to spend as little bucks as possible but want  a computer that can be used smoothly for most basic things, completely silent and with a good storage space.

You can buy it on Amazon.

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The HP 15 af-105n/af-124n is an entry-level multimedia laptop based on the new AMD "Carrizo-L" platform. This laptop offers good multimedia and gaming performance at the very low price of just 512$.

Key characteristics

Other characteristics

• Networking; Realtek RTL8101/2/3 PCIe Fast Ethernet + Broadcom BCM43142 Wi-Fi n W/Bluetooth 4.0 (Supports only 100MBPs on cabled connection, Wi-Fi connectivity from Broadcom is good but doesn't support the recent Wi-Fi ac protocol)

• Ports: USB 3.0, 2xUSB 2.0, HDMI, VGA, Audio, RJ-45 (good selection of ports, sadly, only one USB 3.0 )

• Operating system: Windows 10 Home 64bit

Reviews on other sites

This model got good reviews (5 Stars on Amazon).

Pros:

• Great price/performance ratio
• Good amount of storage

Contras:

• Mediocre screen

(Typical) user groups

Above characteristics, make this computer a great choice for:

• Multimedia users on a tight budget.
• Video gamers on a tight budget.

Conclusion

The above characteristics make this computer a good choice for every multimedia enthusiast and video gamer on a tight budget.

You can buy right now for about 479$ on Amazon.com

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This ultra-low priced business PC is an interesting blast from the past! Even if this laptop features older generation hardware and software, it still is an extremely valid computer, offering roughly the performance of a 600$ laptop at almost half the price.

Key characteristics

Other characteristics

• Networking; Gigabit Ethernet + Wi-Fi b/g/n w/Bluetooth 4.0 (usually everything you need for cabled connectivity, sadly doesn't support the latest and fastest Wi-Fi ac standard)

• Ports: 2xUSB 3.0, USB 2.0, VGA, HDMI, Ethernet, 3.5mm Audio (great selection of ports for this price range)

• Operating system: Windows 7 Professional 64bit + Window 10 Professional 64bit

• Weight; 2.32kg

(Typical) user groups

The above characteristics make this computer a great choice for:

• Office/home office users that don't need to travel much but prefer the versatility of a laptop.
• Users with a tight budget in search of something more powerful than the average Braswell based Cloudbook/Convertible.

Benchmarks & Tests (Learn more about benchmarks)

Processor (Tested with Cinebench R15).

• Cinebench R15 Single Core: 70 Points

• Cinebench R15 Multi Core: 191 Points

 
Graphics Benchmarks: (Tested with 3DMark11)

• 3DMark 11:  826

Gaming Benchmarks:

• Bioshock Infinite (Ultra-Low 1280x720): Playable)
• Company of Heroes 2: (Unplayable)
• Rise Of The Tomb Raider: (Unplayable)

Reviews on other sites

This model got good reviews (73% Notebookcheck and 4 Stars on Amazon).

Pros:

• Amazing price/performance ratio
• Good cooling system
• Easy upgradability
• Matte display instead of the usual ultra-reflective monitors PCs of this price point have

Contras

• Poor battery life
• Low contrast ratio of its display, probably caused by the matte coating making it basically useless for professional photographers

Conclusion-

The above characteristics make this computer an ideal choice for home office and small business users with a tight budget planning to use this computer mainly connected to the a/c plug. This laptop offers a lot of performance for an incredibly low price tag, defeating all of its cloudbook competitors.

You can buy right now for about 347$ on Amazon.com

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This impressive thin & light convertible packs an impressive amount of fast, flash based storage and great performance, thanks to its fast Intel core i7 processor (passively cooled!), making it one of the best 12" multimedia convertibles around and, while in tablet mode, one of the most powerful tablet PCs ever made.

Key characteristics

Other characteristics

• Networking; Wi-Fi a/b/g/n/ac w/Bluetooth 4.1(the Acer Aspire Switch 12, like most convertible PCs, lacks cabled Ethernet interface but has all the latest tech for Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity)

• Operating system: Windows 10 Home 64bit

• Connectivity: 2x USB 3.0, Docking Station, 3,5mm Audio, microSD card reader (limited connectivity that can be greatly expanded thanks to a docking station)

Reviews on other sites

With an overall rating of 87/100 (87% on Notebookcheck) this computer has a great rating.

Pros:

• High performance
• Immense and blazing fast SSD storage
• Impressive fanless cooling system that makes it completely silent
• Gorgeous display
• Good webcam

Contras:

• Average speakers
• Short battery life under heavy load

(Typical) user groups

The above characteristics make this computer a great choice for:

• Professional Photo e Video Editors looking for a valid and powerful tablet/PC hybrid.
• Multimedia Enthusiasts that are not really into computer gaming will find this PC very interesting.

Conclusion

The Acer One Switch 12 is an extremely versatile PC and one of the absolute best and most powerful convertibles in the market as of July 2016.

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The Dell Inspiron 15 5568 successfully tries to merge the best features of traditional 15.6" laptops with the versatility of tablets, and succeeds at it formidably. If you value versatility and portability, but you don't want to compromise on performance and screen surface, this powerful and well-built 15.6" 2-In-1 Convertible Ultrabook from Dell might be the right PC for you.

Key characteristics

Other characteristics

• Networking; Wi-Fi a/b/g/n/ac w/Bluetooth 4.2(the Dell Inspiron 15 5568, like most convertible PCs, lacks cabled Ethernet interface but has all the latest tech for Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity)

• Operating system: Windows 10 Home 64bit

• Connectivity: USB 2.0, 2x USB 3.0, HDMI, 3,5mm Audio, SD card reader (Standard connectivity for 15.6" laptops)

(Typical) user groups

The above characteristics make this computer a great choice for:

• Professional Photo e Video Editors looking for a valid and powerful tablet/PC hybrid.
• Multimedia Enthusiast that are not really into computer gaming will find this PC very interesting.

Benchmarks & Tests (Learn more about benchmarks)

Processor (Tested with Cinebench R15).

• Cinebench R15 Single Core: 132 Points

• Cinebench R15 Multi Core:   302 Points

 
Graphics Benchmarks: (Tested with 3DMark11)

• 3DMark 11:  1661

Reviews on other sites

With an overall rating of 79/100 (79% on Notebookcheck) this computer has a great rating.

Pros:

• Fast response time
• Low noise
• Nice touchpad
• Solid build quality
• Great performance

Contras:

• Dark screen
• Relatively short battery life for a convertible PC (probably caused by the unusually large screen for its category).

Conclusion

The Dell Inspiron 15 5568 is an extremely versatile PC and one of the absolute best and most powerful convertibles in the market as of July 2016.

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This relatively inexpensive high-end 2-in-1 convertible which packs the usual impressive build quality HP is known for.

  Alas this Computer has one of the best typing experiences on a 12.9" PC.

The Spectre x2 12 also features a powerful quad speaker from Bang & Olufsen (very impressive for a device so slim) that will make music enthusiasts very happy. The only drawback is that the processor performance and battery life are unfortunately just average (but not bad at all) for the category,

The HP Spectre x2 12 is one of the most versatile and stylish PCs and if you write heavily and/or you are a music lover, this may be the right computer for you. If you need a much more powerful CPU and you are willing to spend a few extra bucks, the Acer Aspire Switch 12 is a much better option.

Key characteristics

Other characteristics

• Networking; Wi-Fi a/b/g/n/ac w/Bluetooth 4.0 + LTE SIM Slot (the HP Spectre x2 12, like most convertible PCs, lacks cabled Ethernet interface but has all the latest tech for Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity and the possibility to add a Data SIM on selected models)

• Operating system: Windows 10 Home 64bit

• Connectivity: USB 3.0, USB 3.0 Type-C 3,5mm Audio, microSD card reader (limited connectivity typical of 2-In-1 Convertibles)

(Typical) user groups

The above characteristics make this computer a great choice for:

• Writers looking for a versatile computer that can offer a great typing experience.
• Multimedia Enthusiast that are not really into computer gaming will find this PC very interesting, especially music fans.

Reviews on other sites

With an overall rating of 87/100 (87% on Notebookcheck and 5/5 Stars on Amazon.com) this computer has a great overall rating.

Pros:

• Great keyboard dock
• USB-Type C Port
• Great screen quality
• Great camera module from Intel
• Adjustable feet stand
• Silent fanless operation

Contras:

• Average CPU performance
• Battery life under heavy load

Conclusion

The HP Spectre x2 12 is one of the most versatile and stylish PCs, and if you write heavily and/or you are a music lover, this may be the right computer for you. If you need a much more powerful CPU and are willing to spend a few extra bucks, the Acer Aspire Switch 12 can be a much better option.

You can buy it on Amazon.

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The new Lenovo ThinkPad Edge E560 is one of the best entry-level business laptops ever made, and thanks to its 6th gen Intel Core i5 processor, is even better than the Lenovo ThinkPad Edge E550. It features good business performance, a great keyboard, matte screen and great all day battery life for the small price of just under 600$. You can also try to play some casual games during coffee breaks; just don't pretend too much from it.

Key characteristics

Other characteristics

• Networking; Intel i219-LM Gigabit Ethernet + Intel Dual Band Wireless AC 3165 w/Bluetooth 4.0 Combo Card (usually everything you need for Cabled and Wi-Fi connectivity)

• Ports: 3xUSB 3.0, HDMI, VGA, Ethernet, SD Card Reader, docking station port (great selection of ports that can be expanded thanks to the docking station socket)

• Operating system: Microsoft Windows 7 Pro 64bit + Windows 10 Pro 64bit upgrade DVD

Weight

; 2.38kg (extremely lightweight for workstation standards)

(Typical) user groups

The above characteristics make this computer a great choice for:

• Business users that don't need too much memory intensive workloads.
• University students that want something more than a Chromebook.

Benchmarks & Tests (Learn more about benchmarks)

Processor (Tested with Cinebench R15).

• Cinebench R15 Single Core:  99 Points

• Cinebench R15 Multi Core:   253 Points

 
Graphics Benchmarks: (Tested with 3DMark11)

• 3DMark 11:  1363 

Gaming Benchmarks:

• Bioshock Infinite (Ultra Low 1280x720): (Playable)
• Company of Heroes 2: (Unplayable)
• Rise Of The Tomb Raider: (Unplayable)

Reviews on other sites

This model got excellent reviews (83% Notebookcheck and 4.4/5 Stars on Amazon).

Pros:

• Quiet operation
• High quality casing
• Cool operation
• Long battery life
• Fast internet interfaces
• The great typing experience only Lenovo can provide

Contras:

• Matte but relatively dark and mediocre display

Conclusion

The above characteristics make this computer an ideal choice for business users and students that need a good quality build and typing experience and don't need a lot of RAM or are willing to upgrade it soon.

You can buy right now for about 599$ on Amazon.com

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This colorful 11" Cloudbook's main target are school students and other people that want to have a stylish, cute, lightweight and silent internet browsing machine that can be used outdoors, thanks to its matte display. The HP Stream Series is considered by many as the Chromebook Killer.

 Key characteristics

Other characteristics

• Networking; Broadcom BCM43142 Wi-Fi n w/Bluetooth 4.0 (Wi-Fi connectivity only, doesn't support the latest Wi-Fi ac standard)

• Ports: USB 2.0, USB 3.0, HDMI, 3,5mm Audio, microSD Card Reader

• Operating system: Windows 10 Home 64bit

• Weight; 1.15kg

Reviews on other sites

This model got good reviews (80% Notebookcheck and 4 Stars on Amazon).)

Pros:

• Silent, fanless operation
• Cheap price
• Decent keyboard
• Good webcam and good battery runtime

Contras:

• Poor viewing angle and brightness
• Lack of maintenance possibilities and small storage

Conclusion

The above characteristics make this computer an ideal choice for people in need of a basic internet browsing pc with an extra-long battery life and a good keyboard for as little bucks as possible.

You can buy right now for about 244$ on Amazon.com

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The HP x2 210 G1 is a basic business convertible. If compared to other convertible Cloudbooks, this PC offers a higher amount of memory (4GB) a slightly faster and bigger 64GB eMMC storage (instead of the usual 32GB) and very good speakers from Bang & Olufsen. If you only need internet browsing and office workloads for your business, and you value a lightweight yet sturdy companion, the relatively high price of 445$ is largely justified!

  Key characteristics

Other characteristics

• Networking; Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 3165 w/Bluetooth 4.2 (Wi-Fi connectivity only, supports the latest Wi-Fi ac standard)

• Ports: USB 3.0, USB 2.0 Type-C, HDMI, 3,5mm Audio, microSD Card Reader

• Operating system: Windows 10 Home 64bit

• Weight; 1.2kg

Reviews on other sites

This model got good reviews (79% Notebookcheck).

Pros:

• IPS Screen
• Silent and fanless design
• Long battery life
• USB Type-C connectivity

Contras:

• Short warranty and high price for Atom based cloudbook standards

Conclusion

The above characteristics make this computer an ideal choice for business users in need of a basic internet browsing companion and office convertible that has an extra long battery life and offers a superior build quality.

You can buy right now for about 445$ on Amazon.com

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The HP Probook 640 G2 is a total blast from the past! Even if it features all the latest technologies, this computer looks like it came straight from the era of strongly built and bulky business laptops. If you are a business professional that values more excellent build quality and connectivity options than weight and style this computer may be the right one for you.

Key characteristics

Other characteristics

• Networking; Intel Gigabit Ethernet i219V Lan + Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8260 Wi-Fi a/b/g/n/ac w/Bluetooth 4.0 Combo Card + HP lt4120 Qualcomm Snapdragon X5 LTE Modem (Everything you will need for online connectivity at max speeds)

• Ports: 2xUSB 3.0, USB 3.0 Type-C, VGA, DisplayPort Audio, Ethernet, SD Card Reader, Docking Station, Smart Card reader (awesome selection of ports that can be expanded even further thanks to the Docking Station support)

• Operating system: Windows 7 Professional 64bit + Windows 10 Pro 64bit

• Weight; 1.95kg (Very heavy for Ultrabook standards)

Reviews on other sites

This model got excellent reviews with an overall rating of 84% (Notebookcheck). Many platforms don't show any reviews yet (e.g. Amazon) simply because it's a very new device. 

Pros:

• Excellent and solid casing build
• Presence of a DVD drive
• High quality keyboard and touchpad
• Low temperatures
• Ultra-long battery life
• 4G LTE connectivity
• Great application performance

Contras:

• Heaviness
• Screen with bad viewing angles
• Loud & annoying fan

Conclusion

The above characteristics make this computer a great choice for business professionals looking for a strong and reliable PC. 

You can buy it on Amazon.

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The Dell Latitude 14 3470 is one of the cheapest high quality business laptops available in 2016. This computer is a good choice for small business users, thanks to its fullHD matte display, a relatively powerful 6th gen Intel core i3 Processor, upgradability and good build quality.

Key characteristics

Other characteristics

• Networking; Realtek RTL8111 Gigabit Ethernet + Atheros Wi-Fi b/g/n (Supports 1GBPs LAN connection that is great for this price, sadly Wi-Fi connectivity from Atheros, even if good and stable, doesn't support the recent Wi-Fi ac protocol and Bluetooth connectivity)

• Ports: 2xUSB 3.0, USB 2.0, HDMI, VGA, Audio, RJ-45, SD Card Reader (standard selection of ports)

• Operating system: Windows 10 Pro 64bit

Benchmarks & Tests (Learn more about benchmarks)

Processor (Tested with Cinebench R15).

• Cinebench R15 Single Core: 98 Points

• Cinebench R15 Multi Core: 251 Points

 
Graphics Benchmarks: (Tested with 3DMark11)

• 3DMark 11:  1363

Reviews on other sites

This model got good reviews (77% on Notebookcheck).

Pros:

• Great price/performance ratio
• Matte display
• Low price
• Convenient haptics

Contras:

• Slow SD Card reader
• Mediocre cooling system
• Lack of Enterprise features

Conclusion

The above characteristics make this computer a good choice for every small business users on a tight budget.

You can buy it right now for about 549$ on Amazon.com.

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The AMD based HP Pavilion lineup has just been refreshed with the latest AMD "Bristol Ridge" processors! With its price tag of just 550$/619€, Quad Core Processor and AMD Dual Graphics, The HP Pavilion 15-aw004ng is a great choice for anyone entering into the world of multimedia and gaming computers.

The low price suggests this PC has also some flaws... like the mediocre battery life and the necessity of keeping the Graphic drivers constantly up to date to get the most performance in games, especially the ones not designed with AMD Dual Graphics in mind. Thankfully HP choose swisely what to sacrifice and the overall system performance leaves a good impression.

Key characteristics

Other characteristics

• Networking; Realtek RTL8101/2/3 Fast Ethernet + Realtek RTL 8723BE Wi-Fi b/g/n w/Bluetooth 4.0 (usually everything you need for Wi-Fi & browsing - both LAN and Wi-Fi connectivity doesn't reach top internet speed as they both are limited to 100 Mbit/s)

• Ports: USB 2.0, 2x USB 3.0, HDMI, Audio, RJ-45, SD card Reader, DVD Drive (pretty good selection of ports, especially because this model features a good old DVD Drive)

• Operating system: Windows 10 Home 64bit

(Typical) user groups

The above characteristics make this computer a great choice for:

• Multimedia enthusiasts and gamers who want to save as much money as possible without compromises and to be able to get some extra performance, thanks to the laptop's AMD Dual Graphics technology and future driver updates.
• Users and/or programmers of OpenCL based applications.

Reviews on other sites

With an overall rating of 75% at notebookcheck this computer has an above-average rating.

Pros:

• Extremely high performance for such a low price tag.

• Features a decent matte fullHD display instead of the more common HD glossy screen we are used to see.

• Blazing fast SSD storage,unheard of at 550$.
• Contrary to what most AMD haters will say, this PC is always cool & quiet.

Contras:

• Tricky to open the chassis, but you probably won't need it if not to install more storage.
• No USB 3.1/Thunderbolt 3. Well.. After all, it is just a 550$ PC! You can't expect this expensive technology to be featured in anything less than 1000$.
• Mediocre battery life. (yes this is really bad and the only real serious issue, even with the display set at ultra-low brightness the battery drains up very quickly!)

Conclusion

The HP Pavilion 15-aw004ng is a great choice for everyone who wants to enter into the videogamer and multimedia world. For its price of 550$, this is absolutely the best portable gaming platform available at this price point. As a plus, every future driver updates from AMD will make this laptop even more performant, thanks to the newly added crossfire profiles. A very well balanced laptop at a great price just be prepared to use the AC charger very, very often!

If you live in Europe, you can buy this computer on Amazon.

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The HP Envy 15t-as133cl is a cheaper, yet still extremely well built alternative to the more higher-end HP Spectre series. This PC is more lightweight and thinner than before, while packing extremely good performance thanks to its "Kaby Lake" 7th Gen Intel core i7. This PC is good for both office work and basic multimedia workloads. The limited RGB color coverage means it is a bad choice for professional photo/video editors.

Other characteristics

• Networking; Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 7265 Wi-Fi ac w/Bluetooth 4.2 (Wi-Fi connectivity only, supports the latest Wi-Fi ac standard 866MBPs)

• Ports: 3xUSB 3.0, USB 3.0 Type-C, HDMI SD Card Reader, 3,5mm audio

• Operating system: Windows 10 Home 64bit

• Weight; 2.23kg

Application Performance

The Intel Core i7-7500U is one of the most powerful 15W CPUs ever made, this dual core / quad threaded processor is capable of blazing through every workload with ease.

(Typical) user groups

The above characteristics make this computer a great choice for:

• Power users who travel very often and need a very lightweight travel companion, but need a good amount of processor and storage performance that can stay always cool and quiet.
• The Multimedia enthusiast: Thanks to its good speakers & Intel Quicksync Video Encoder/Decoder, this system is great for music and videos.
• The small & medium business user who doesn't need Windows 10 Professional.

Gaming Benchmarks:

• Bioshock Infinite (Medium 1366x768): (Playable)
• Battlefield 4:(Low 1366x768) (Barely Playable)
• Rise of the Tomb Raider:(Low 1366x768) (Barely playable)

Reviews on other sites

With an overall rating of 79%(Notebookcheck.net) this computer has a good rating.

Pros:

• Compact and study chassis
• M.2 + 2.5" SATA III Slots for SSD and Hard Drive
• Impressive CPU Performance
• Good IPS panel
• Good battery life
• USB Type-C

Contras:

• Pulsating fan behavior under stress due to thermal throttling
• Inaccurate RGB reproduction caused by the touch layer
• Poor touchpad
• No dedicated graphics
• Lack of thunderbolt 3

Conclusion

The HP ENVY 15-as113nl Ultrabook is a great choice if you are looking for great style & portability for as little money as possible without sacrificing application performance and features.

You can buy it on Amazon.

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The Acer Spin 5 is an inexpensive 360° convertible laptop. While not extremely powerful because of its relatively slow 6th Gen Intel Core i3-6100U, the Acer Spin 5 features an impressive battery life and always operates coolly and quietly. Recommended for every "Casual" user looking for a small, inexpensive convertible device that feels just about right in every corner.

Other characteristics

• Networking; Qualcomm Atheros QCA9377 (a/b/g/n/h/ac w/Bluetooth 4.2 (supports the latest Wi-Fi ac standard 866MBPs)

• Webcam: HD

• Ports: USB 3.0, 2xUSB 2.0, HDMI, microSD Card Reader, 3,5mm audio

• Operating system: Windows 10 Home 64bit

• Optical Drive: No

• Weight; 1.7kg

Benchmarks & Tests (Learn more about benchmarks)

Processor (Tested with Cinebench R15).

• Cinebench R15 Single Core: 98 Points

• Cinebench R15 Multi Core:   251 Points

 
Graphics Benchmarks: (Tested with 3DMark11)

• 3DMark 11:  1363

Gaming Benchmarks:

• Bioshock Infinite (Low 1366x768): 31 fps (Barely Playable)
• Battlefield 4: (Unplayable)
• Rise of the Tomb Raider: (Unplayable)

Reviews on other sites

With an overall rating of 80% on Notebookcheck.net and 4.3/5 stars on Amazon this computer has a good rating.

Pros:

• Precise touchscreen and touchpad
• Cool & quiet operation
• Low price
• Good IPS screen
• Long battery life

Contras:

• Small keyboard
• Old CPU
• Lack of SD Card reader
• Long charging times
• Lack of USB Type-C

 Application Performance

The Intel Core i3-6100U is last year's entry-level Intel Core IX series 15W CPU. This dual core / quad threaded processor, even if not extremely powerful, are still capable of doing all the common home and small business workloads in an acceptable way. 

 Gaming Performance

The Acer Spin 5 has no dedicated GPU, so it relies on the integrated Intel HD Graphics 520. PC gaming is possible in a somewhat limited way: Lightweight modern titles like DOTA 2 and Overwatch are playable at low settings and the same is valid with older AAA titles back from 2013 and older (e.g. Bioshock Infinite, Payday 2, Battlefield 4 or Tomb Raider). Modern AAA games like Rise of the Tomb Raider and Battlefield 4, instead, aren't playable even at the lowest settings and resolutions. 

(Typical) user groups

The above characteristics make this computer a great choice for:

• "Road Warriors" in need of a very versatile and cool travel companion that can be converted into a tablet or laptop at will.

Conclusion

The Acer Spin 5 is a good choice for "Road Warriors" in need of a very versatile and cool travel companion that can be converted into a tablet or laptop at will.

You can buy it for 599$ on Amazon.

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