TOP budget laptops in 2021: which models to buy, review - Setafi

1 Acer Swift 3 SF313‑52‑796K

Specifications: Processor (optional) Core 3rd/5th/7th generation, HD Graphics 620 - integrated graphics from Intel, 8/16 GB RAM, 256/512/1024 GB ROM, 14" IPS display, 1920 x 1080 resolution pixels.

The first place in the top budget laptops in 2021 is occupied by model 3 SF313‑52‑796K from the Acer Swift line. Reliability, compactness, convenience and affordable price characterize the laptop. The device is available in several variations, which differ in power and, accordingly, cost. On the official website of Acer, you can choose the characteristics of your laptop. You can choose the processor, the amount of RAM and internal memory, as well as the operating system. You can choose from Intel Core i3/i5/i7, 8/16 GB RAM, 256/512/1024 GB built-in. Available operating systems are Windows 10 Home and Pro. Also, the model can be ordered without a pre-installed OS (Boot-up only). The body is made of aluminum-magnesium alloy. As a result, the laptop is more shock resistant. The 14-inch FHD screen with IPS-matrix provides a rich, detailed and rich picture. The previously mentioned Core i3/i7 produces good power results. Low noise level during operation. Backlit keyboard. Of the additional there is a built-in fingerprint sensor.

Price - 83,800 rubles.

2Lenovo Yoga Book

Specifications: Intel Atom x5-Z8550 @ 1.44 GHz, integrated HD Graphics 400 from Intel, 4 GB RAM, integrated memory 64 GB (supports expansion with a MicroSD memory card up to 128 GB), IPS-screen, diagonal 10.1 inches, resolution 1920 by 1080 points.

Lenovo Yoga Book is an experimental laptop model from Lenovo. It gets its place because of the low price and its additional functions. Of the latter - the ability to use the keyboard as a graphics tablet. The device is perfect for designers, illustrators and other media workers. “Compact, thin, convenient - what a design student needs” - the model is described in reviews on Yandex. Market. Of the minuses - not enough power and memory. If you can live with 4 GB of RAM, then with 64 GB internal in the modern world it’s no longer possible. But it is possible to expand the memory up to 128 GB. The device will not pull demanding programs / games because of its processor, whose frequency is 1.44 GHz.

Price - 27,200 rubles.

3 HP Pavilion Gaming 15‑ec1062ur

Characteristics: eight-core Ryzen 5 4600H processor with a frequency of 3 GHz in conjunction with a GeForce GTX 1650 Ti with 4 GB of RAM, 8 GB of RAM (there is expandable up to 32 GB), built-in memory 512 GB, matte screen with IPS matrix, diagonal 15.6 inches, FHD resolution (1920 by 1080 pixels).

Third place goes to a gaming laptop from HP. The model has a futuristic design, minimalist style, and a green LED backlit keyboard. In terms of power, the device is ahead of previous models of budget laptops, but it also costs much more. But in relation to other "gaming monsters" laptop is still considered a budget. High performance is provided by a bunch of eight-core Ryzen with a GeForce GTX 1650 Ti graphics card from NVIDIA. It comes with 8GB of RAM as standard, which can be upgraded up to 32GB. The cooling system was executed with high quality - the equipment does not overheat and does not make noise even at maximum load. The battery charge of the device is enough for 6 hours of operation.

Price - 77,000 rubles.

4 Microsoft Surface Go

Characteristics: stands on an old Pentium from Intel (Gold 4415Y model with a frequency of 1.6 GHz), an integrated video card from the same Intel, 8 1GB expandable RAM, 128GB internal storage, 10" touchscreen, 1800x1200 resolution pixels.

Fourth place in the top goes to a budget tablet-laptop from Microsoft, running on Windows 10. The device does not differ in power or performance, yielding in this to more popular competitors. But this experimental model is easy to use and sharpened for Windows 10, which reveals its full potential. Because of this, it can do things that higher-end iPads and Chromebooks can't. Microsoft positions its product as a device for quick notes and simple tasks. Suitable for students / designers, especially in terms of price. The device is not intended for games.

The price is 35,400 rubles.

5 HP Stream 11

Specifications: Intel Celeron N3050 processor (1.6 GHz frequency), Intel GMA HD integrated graphics card, 2 GB RAM, permanent memory 32 GB, screen diagonal of 11.6 inches, a resolution of 1366 by 768 pixels and a refresh rate of 60 Hertz.

Closes the top of the best models of budget laptops in 2021 is a simple model from HP. Let us immediately indicate that the model is suitable for those who work with a large number of documents - freelancers, accountants and all the same students. Also, with the purchase of HP Stream 11, you get a free annual subscription to Office 365 (you can only use Powerpoint, Excel and Word) and a terabyte of storage in the cloud storage service. Additionally, during the year you will have access to 60 free minutes on Skype. It can connect via Wi-Fi (802.11 b/g/n) and Bluetooth version 4.0. There are multiple ports to connect the device to multiple monitors/screens at the same time. Because of this, the model is great for presentations. Low power and performance - you can't play games. Because of this, the laptop does not have a fan for cooling (it does not heat up to high temperatures), which means it will not make noise during operation.

The price is 24,300 rubles.