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Laptops

5 laptops from Lenovo, HP, Dell and more. Prices run $980 to $1,499.

Laptops by use

Each use has a written rule on its page, built from listed specs. A laptop can match several uses.

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Ist ComputersSpec score 7.3

Intel Core 5 120U, 16GB RAM, 512GB Storage, 14-inch

+Light at 1.56 kg for carrying
+55Wh battery capacity
+Windows 11 Pro for business use
−Entry-level Intel Core 5 processor
−512GB storage is modest for large files
$979.99-11%Was: $1,099.99
as of 11/04/2026 20:22 PST - Details
DellSpec score 7.1

Intel Core Ultra 7 265U, 16GB RAM, 512GB Storage, 14-inch

+Non-touch display for keyboard-focused use
+55Wh battery capacity
+Windows 11 Pro for business use
−Full HD+ resolution on a 14 inch screen
$1,499.99-6%Was: $1,599.99
as of 11/04/2026 20:22 PST - Details
Ist ComputersSpec score 7.3

Intel Core 5 120U, 16GB RAM, 512GB Storage, 16-inch

+16-inch screen for a large working area
+16GB DDR5 memory for everyday multitasking
+Lightweight at 1.92 kg for a 16-inch laptop
−512GB storage is smaller than 1TB alternatives in this lineup
−FHD+ resolution is lower than QHD options in this lineup
$997.98
as of 11/04/2026 20:23 PST - Details
DellSpec score 7.7

Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite, 32GB RAM, 512GB Storage, 13.4-inch

+Lightweight at 1.19 kg for easy carrying
+32GB LPDDR5X memory for heavy multitasking
+120Hz refresh rate for smooth scrolling and motion
−Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite processor uses an Arm architecture
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DellSpec score 7.7

Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite, 32GB RAM, 512GB Storage, 13-inch

+32GB LPDDR5X memory for heavy multitasking
+Lightweight at 1.19 kg for easy carrying
+120Hz refresh rate for smooth scrolling and motion
−Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite processor uses an Arm architecture
−Touchscreen is not included
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