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34 laptops for writers from HP, Lenovo, ASUS and more. Most cost $229 to $789, and half cost less than $510.

Laptops whose listing states a screen of 14 inches or less and a weight under 1.8kg. Not every listing states a weight, so this is the portable machines we can prove, not every portable machine.

We do not pick by hand: a laptop is here because its listed specs pass the checks.

Top brands: Lenovo (6)Acer (5)

AppleSpec score 7.4

Apple A18 Pro, 8GB RAM, 512GB Storage, 13-inch

+Very light at 1.23 kg for carrying
+512GB storage for files and apps
+A18 Pro chip for everyday tasks
−Only 8GB unified memory limits multitasking
−Full HD resolution is lower than higher-end displays
$789.99
as of 11/04/2026 16:21 PST - Details
QazipoSpec score 7.7

8GB RAM, 256GB Storage, 10.1-inch, Windows 11

+Very light at 0.59 kg for tablet use
+256GB SSD storage
+8GB RAM for everyday tasks
−Small 10.1-inch screen for extended work
$329.99-40%List: $549.99
as of 11/04/2026 16:28 PST - Details
BlueingSpec score 7.4

8GB RAM, 256GB Storage, 14-inch, FHD (1080p)

+Full HD display with 14 inch screen
+Light at 1.3 kg for carrying
+256GB SSD storage with microSD expansion
−8GB RAM limits heavy multitasking
−38 Wh battery is a modest capacity
$265.89-26%List: $359.99
as of 11/04/2026 16:22 PST - Details
AcerSpec score 7.3

Intel Core i3-N305, 8GB RAM, 128GB Storage, 14-inch

+Light at 1.54 kg for easy portability
+Touchscreen with 2-in-1 convertible design
+IPS panel with wide viewing angles
−128GB storage is limited for large files
−Core i3-N305 processor suits light tasks rather than heavy workloads
$499.99-23%Was: $649.00
as of 11/04/2026 16:20 PST - Details
AcerSpec score 7.4

Intel Core i3-1315U, 8GB RAM, 256GB Storage, 14-inch

+IPS panel with good viewing angles
+Touchscreen display on a 14-inch laptop
+8GB LPDDR5 memory for multitasking
−Only 256GB storage
$599.99
as of 11/04/2026 16:20 PST - Details
HbestoreSpec score 7.4

Intel Celeron N4000, 8GB RAM, 128GB Storage, 10.1-inch

+Light at 1.41 kg for easy carrying
+Compact 10.1-inch screen for portable use
+IPS display for wide viewing angles
−8GB RAM limits heavier multitasking
−Small 128GB storage leaves little room for files
$199.99
as of 11/04/2026 16:23 PST - Details
DahongyunSpec score 7.3

8GB RAM, 256GB Storage, 11.6-inch, Windows 11

+Touchscreen with 360 degree convertible hinge
+Light at 1.6 kg for carrying
+Full HD 1080p display
−Small 11.6 inch screen
$269.88
as of 11/04/2026 16:22 PST - Details
ASUSSpec score 7.4

Intel Celeron N4500, 8GB RAM, 128GB Storage, 14-inch

+8GB RAM for smoother multitasking
+Touchscreen input on a 14-inch display
+Full HD 1080p display resolution
−Only 128GB eMMC storage plus SD card slot
$389.99
as of 11/04/2026 16:21 PST - Details
HPSpec score 7.4

Intel Core i7-1165G7, 8GB RAM, 256GB Storage, 13.3-inch

+Intel Core i7-1165G7 processor
+13.3-inch touchscreen display
+Light at 1.31 kg for carrying
−8 GB RAM is modest for demanding workloads
−256 GB storage is limited for large files
No price recorded yet.
JshixSpec score 7.4

Intel Celeron N3350, 8GB RAM, 256GB Storage, 14-inch

+8GB RAM for everyday multitasking
+256GB storage for files and apps
+14-inch screen size suits portable work
−Intel Celeron N3350 processor for light tasks only
No price recorded yet.
AcerSpec score 7.4

Intel Core Ultra 5 115U, 8GB RAM, 256GB Storage, 14-inch

+Convertible 2-in-1 design with touchscreen
+IPS panel with good viewing angles
+8GB LPDDR5 memory for multitasking
−Only 256GB storage
$705.00
as of 11/04/2026 16:20 PST - Details
LenovoSpec score 7.4

Intel Core i5-10210U, 8GB RAM, 256GB Storage, 14-inch

+Light at 1.41 kg for carrying
+Touchscreen with 14-inch Full HD display
+256GB PCIe SSD for fast storage
−8GB memory is modest for demanding multitasking
−Windows 10 Home is an older operating system
$749.00
as of 11/04/2026 16:27 PST - Details
VaizmoyeSpec score 7.4

8GB RAM, 512GB Storage, 14-inch, Windows 11

+Lightweight at 1.5 kg for portability
+512GB SSD for good local storage
+Full HD display on a 14-inch screen
−Only 8GB RAM limits heavy multitasking
No price recorded yet.
ChuwiSpec score 7.7

Intel Core i3, 8GB RAM, 256GB Storage, 10.1-inch

+Light 0.61 kg tablet body for carrying around
+Convertible 2-in-1 design works as a tablet
+Touchscreen input on a 10.1-inch display
−Small 10.1-inch screen limits multitasking space
−Intel Core i3 is a low-end processor
No price recorded yet.
ASUSSpec score 7.3

8GB RAM, 64GB Storage, 14-inch, ChromeOS

+8GB RAM for smoother multitasking
+Touchscreen that folds into a tablet-style 2-in-1
+Full HD 1080p display on a 14-inch screen
−Only 64GB storage for files and apps
$499.00
as of 11/04/2026 16:21 PST - Details
HPSpec score 7.3

Intel Core i5-1035G1, 8GB RAM, 256GB Storage, 14-inch

+2-in-1 convertible design with touch
+Full HD 1080p IPS display
+256GB PCIe SSD storage
−Only 8GB RAM
−Intel Core i5-1035G1 is an older processor
$663.87
as of 11/04/2026 16:25 PST - Details
LenovoSpec score 7.4

Intel N355, 8GB RAM, 14-inch, FHD+ (1920 x 1200)

+Full HD+ touchscreen for viewing and tablet-style use
+Convertible 2-in-1 design for flexible use
+Light at 1.49 kg for everyday carrying
−Intel N355 processor is a lower-power chip
−Chromebook operating system runs web and Android apps
$579.99
as of 11/04/2026 16:26 PST - Details
AcerSpec score 7.4

AMD Ryzen 7 4700U, 8GB RAM, 512GB Storage, 14-inch

+Light at 1.2 kg for easy daily carrying
+Full HD IPS display at 14 inches
+512GB storage for everyday files
−Only 8GB RAM limits heavy multitasking
−Ryzen 7 4700U is an older processor generation
$689.99
as of 11/04/2026 16:20 PST - Details
JustthinkSpec score 7.3

Intel Celeron N3350, 8GB RAM, 256GB Storage, 14-inch

+8GB RAM for everyday tasks
+256GB SSD for faster file access
+Ships with Windows 11
−Display is 1366x768 HD resolution
−At 1.76 kg it is heavy for a 14-inch laptop
No price recorded yet.
BlueingSpec score 7.4

8GB RAM, 256GB Storage, 14-inch, FHD (1080p)

+Full HD IPS display with 14 inch screen
+Light at 1.18 kg for carrying
+256GB SSD storage for files and apps
−8GB RAM limits heavy multitasking
$225.89
as of 11/04/2026 16:22 PST - Details
MicrosoftSpec score 7.5

Intel Core i5, 8GB RAM, 256GB Storage, 13-inch

+Lightweight at 0.89 kg for carrying around
+13-inch touchscreen display
+Intel Core i5 processor for everyday tasks
−8GB RAM limits heavy multitasking
−256GB storage is limited for large libraries
$1,199.99
as of 11/04/2026 16:28 PST - Details
FwmntuSpec score 7.4

Intel Celeron N4000, 8GB RAM, 256GB Storage, 10.1-inch

+Compact 10.1-inch screen for easy portability
+Light at 1.27 kg for carrying
+IPS panel for wider viewing angles
−Lower HD resolution at 768p
−Small 10.1-inch screen for extended work
$229.00
as of 11/04/2026 16:23 PST - Details
LenovoSpec score 7.3

Intel Core i5-8265U, 8GB RAM, 128GB Storage, 14-inch

+IPS panel for wider viewing angles
+Full HD touchscreen on a 14-inch display
+Convertible 2-in-1 design for flexible use
−Only 128GB storage for local files
−Heavier at 1.6 kg for frequent carrying
$599.99
as of 11/04/2026 16:26 PST - Details
AcerSpec score 7.4

Intel Core Ultra 5 115U, 8GB RAM, 256GB Storage, 14-inch

+Convertible 2-in-1 design with touchscreen
+IPS panel with good viewing angles
+8GB LPDDR5 memory for multitasking
−Only 256GB storage
$725.95
as of 11/04/2026 16:20 PST - Details
YuehisySpec score 7.5

8GB RAM, 128GB Storage, 11-inch, FHD (1080p)

+Touchscreen with 360 degree hinge converts to tablet mode
+Full HD 1080p resolution on an 11 inch screen
+Light at 0.9 kg for carrying around
−Only 128GB storage leaves limited room for large files
$328.45
as of 11/04/2026 16:20 PST - Details
YuehisySpec score 7.5

8GB RAM, 128GB Storage, 11-inch, DDR4

+Touchscreen with 360 degree flip design
+Light 0.9 kg weight for carrying
+8GB DDR4 memory for multitasking
−128GB SSD holds fewer files than larger storage options
−Small 11 inch screen limits workspace
$328.44
as of 11/04/2026 16:29 PST - Details
LenovoSpec score 7.7

Intel N200, 8GB RAM, 11.6-inch, 60Hz

+Touchscreen display on a compact 11.6 inch frame
+Runs ChromeOS for a simple, managed system
+Intel N200 processor
−HD 768p resolution is lower than full HD
−Only 60 Hz refresh rate
No price recorded yet.
LenovoSpec score 7.4

AMD Athlon Gold 3150U, 8GB RAM, 256GB Storage, 14-inch

+Runs Windows 11 Pro for business use
+8GB RAM for everyday multitasking
+14-inch screen for portable work
−256GB storage is limited for large files
−Athlon Gold 3150U is a lower-tier processor
No price recorded yet.

Compare specs

laptopCPURAMStorageScreenOperating systemSpec scorePrice
Apple A18 Pro8GB512GB13-inchmacOS7.4$789.99
as of 11/04/2026 16:21 PST - Details
8GB256GB10.1-inchWindows 117.7$329.99
as of 11/04/2026 16:28 PST - Details
8GB256GB14-inch7.4$265.89
as of 11/04/2026 16:22 PST - Details
Intel Core i3-N3058GB128GB14-inchWindows 11 Home7.3$499.99
as of 11/04/2026 16:20 PST - Details
Intel Core i3-1315U8GB256GB14-inchChromeOS7.4$599.99
as of 11/04/2026 16:20 PST - Details
Intel Celeron N40008GB128GB10.1-inchWindows 117.4$199.99
as of 11/04/2026 16:23 PST - Details
8GB256GB11.6-inchWindows 117.3$269.88
as of 11/04/2026 16:22 PST - Details
Intel Celeron N45008GB128GB14-inchChromeOS7.4$389.99
as of 11/04/2026 16:21 PST - Details
Intel Core i7-1165G78GB256GB13.3-inchWindows 10 Home7.4No current price
Intel Celeron N33508GB256GB14-inch7.4No current price

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