From Windows laptops to Chromebooks to MacBooks, our experts have tested and identified the top low-cost machines that make short work of everyday computing. The best part? Many ring up for less than $600.

This “sturdy, inexpensive” laptop tops the list of the best affordable laptops, according to Brant. “If your budget and needs are extremely modest, a Chromebook is probably the best bet,” he says. With its compact design, spill-resistant keyboard ...

Alienware just dropped a pair of new laptops under its Aurora brand. They are relatively budget-friendly and look like an excellent alternative to the pricier Area 51 line. These are the first Aurora laptops the company has released in nearly two decades ...

2026 could be the year tech gets a lot more expensive. Thanks to the memory and hardware needs of AI, the market for components is thinning and inventory is running low. However, while AI is going to make your next computer cost a lot more, there may still ...

Dell has two refurbished laptop outlets. On Dell’s main website, you can shop a section of overstock computers and monitors. These are new and refurbished products that have steep discounts — think 70% off laptops, workstations, monitors and more.

From dependable everyday performance to reliable battery life, these laptops under ₹50,000 are suitable for students, professionals and remote workers.

We've seen the lion's share of the latest GeForce- and Radeon-equipped models—and our experts have tested all of the top options in PC Labs. These are the models to buy among budget gaming laptops.