Value / Upkeep

Laptops in this category are usually popular among students and users with express funds, who need something more powerful than the average netbook. Budget notebooks offer a good blend of toll, features and portability. These commonly equip 14 or 15-in displays, integrated graphics, full-sized keyboards, and all the essential connectivity options.

For around $600 you can await to notice an Intel Core i3, Pentium or AMD Due east-Series processor with integrated graphics, 2GB to 4GB of RAM, a 320GB or larger hard drive, a DVD burner, and around 4 hours of bombardment life.


Toshiba Satellite L655-S5161

A second-generation Core i3 processor gives the Satellite L655 stiff overall performance, decent graphics, and adept battery life for a relatively low price. This fifteen-inch system is a practiced entry signal for midsize laptops and tin can exist found for just under $700, making it a worthwhile upkeep selection. Its connectivity options are on the bare bones side, as information technology doesn't have Bluetooth, USB 3.0, or eSATA. Information technology does, however, offer 802.11n Wi-Fi, three USB 2.0 ports, an SD bill of fare reader, HDMI and a DVD drive.

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Quick specs | Total specs Starting toll: $699
Processor: Intel Core i3 2310M 2.1GHz Graphics: Intel HD Graphics
Retentiveness: 4GB DDR3 1333MHz retentiveness Storage: 500GB 5,400RPM HDD
Display size: 15.6" (1366x768) Optical: DVD SuperMulti
Weight: 5.5 lb Battery: 6-cell (~4.v hours)


Samsung RV511

This 15-inch notebook has enough to offer for its $550 price tag: a fashionable design, Cadre i3 processor, 6GB of RAM, a dedicated graphics card, a 500GB hard drive and good build quality. In terms of ports you lot'll detect ii USB 2.0, VGA, HDMI, headphone and microphone jacks, and a carte du jour reader joining the power jack on the RV511-A01's left edge. The DVD burner and another USB ii.0 port can be establish on the right.

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Quick specs | Full specs Starting cost: $550
Processor: Intel Cadre i3 380M two.53GHz Graphics: Intel Hard disk Graphics
Retention: 4GB DDR3 (2 DIMMs) Storage: 500GB HDD
Display size: 15.6" (1366×768) Optical: DVD SuperMulti
Weight: 5.3 lbs Battery: 6-prison cell (~4.5 hours)


HP Pavilion G6x

The HP Pavilion g6x offers a snappy Core i3 processor, 4GB of RAM and roomy 500GB hard drive. Information technology has a sturdy, attractive pattern with a comfy keyboard and offers really solid functioning for the everyday user without having to spend a lot of money. Its SRS Labs stereo speakers audio surprisingly practiced for a budget notebook.

This 15-inch upkeep notebook packs a DVD drive and a decent array of connectivity options, including Wi-Fi, HDMI, a media bill of fare reader and three USB 2.0 ports. You can get the G6x in an assortment of colors such as charcoal grey, pacific blue, sonoma red and others.

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Quick specs | Full specs Starting toll: $450
Processor: Intel Cadre i3 370M 2.4GHz Graphics: Intel Hard disk drive Graphics
Retentivity: 4GB DDR3 (2 DIMMs) Storage: 500GB HDD
Display size: 15.6" (1366×768) Optical: DVD SuperMulti
Weight: 5.5 lbs Battery: 6-cell (~4.five hours)

Other noteworthy budget options

MSI CR650

This xv-inch (1366x768) organization is powered by AMD's East-350 APU and 3GB of RAM, which should offering enough of performance for standard usage and remain light on power consumption with an 18W TDP.

Cost range: $470