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51 laptops for writers from HP, Lenovo, ASUS and more. Most cost $242 to $999, and half cost less than $340.

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: Dell (11)Lenovo (9)HP (8)

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SeriesLatitude11EliteBook5ThinkPad3Envy1Pavilion1ProBook1Yoga1
CPUIntel Core i5-1145G73AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 3500U2Intel Celeron N33502Intel Core 7 240H2Intel Core i52Intel Core i5-10310U2Intel Core Ultra 5 115U2AMD Athlon Gold 3150U1
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GPURadeon 780M1
RAM16GB228GB1912GB632GB224GB14GB1
Storage512GB571TB51256GB512TB36128GB2564GB184TB123TB6
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Screen14-inch3410.1-inch613-inch411-inch212-inch211.6-inch112.3-inch113.3-inch1
TouchscreenTouchscreen18
WeightUnder 1.3 kg161.3 to 1.4 kg51.4 to 1.5 kg151.5 kg and up15
BatteryUnder 55 Wh2
Operating systemWindows 11 Pro11Windows 1110ChromeOS3Windows 10 Home3Windows 11 Home3Windows 102
Convertible 2-in-1Convertible 2-in-116
Screen resolutionFHD (1080p)17FHD+ (1920 x 1200)3HD (768p)3
Display panelIPS9
RAM typeDDR44DDR53LPDDR53
PriceUnder $2505Under $30011Under $4008Under $5001Under $6001Under $7001Under $8005Under $1,0001
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Storage: 256GB  ×51 resultsSort byRecommendedSpec scorePrice: low to highPrice: high to low
MicrosoftSpec score 7.6

Qualcomm Snapdragon X Plus, 16GB RAM, 256GB Storage, 12-inch

+Light at 1 kg for easy carrying
+Detachable 2-in-1 design works as tablet or laptop
+Touchscreen supports direct on-screen input
−256GB storage is limited for large file libraries
−12-inch screen is smaller than most Pro models
$1,049.99
as of 11/04/2026 15:27 PST - Details
LenovoSpec score 7.4

AMD Ryzen 5 3500U, 12GB RAM, 256GB Storage, 14-inch

+12GB DDR4 RAM for smooth multitasking
+Full HD touchscreen on a 14-inch display
+Convertible 2-in-1 design for flexible use
−Heavier at 1.6 kg for frequent carrying
−Windows 10 operating system is an older version
$719.00
as of 11/04/2026 15:25 PST - Details
LenovoSpec score 7.4

AMD Ryzen 5 4500U, 16GB RAM, 256GB Storage, 14-inch

+16GB RAM for heavy multitasking
+Full HD touchscreen on a 14-inch display
+Convertible 2-in-1 design for flexible use
−Heavier at 1.65 kg for frequent carrying
−Windows 10 operating system is an older version
$799.00
as of 11/04/2026 15:25 PST - Details
QazipoSpec score 7.7

Intel Pentium Gold 6500Y, 12GB RAM, 256GB Storage, 12-inch

+Very light at 0.64 kg for tablet use
+12GB RAM for multitasking
+256GB SSD storage
−Intel Pentium Gold 6500Y processor is a low-power chip
$399.99-43%List: $699.99
as of 11/04/2026 15:28 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 15:28 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 15:22 PST - Details
Ist ComputersSpec score 7.3

Intel N150, 4GB RAM, 256GB Storage, 14-inch

+Ultra-light at 1.47 kg for daily carrying
+Ships with Windows 11 Home
+256GB total storage with included SD card
−Only 4GB of RAM limits multitasking
−Entry-level Intel N150 processor for light tasks
$298.00
as of 11/04/2026 15:23 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 15:20 PST - Details
CleriverSpec score 7.6

12GB RAM, 256GB Storage, 10.1-inch, Windows 11 Pro

+Light 0.92 kg convertible body
+Convertible 2-in-1 design works as a tablet
+Touchscreen input on a 10.1-inch display
−Small 10.1-inch screen limits workspace
−Core m3 is a low-power processor
$284.99
as of 11/04/2026 15:22 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 15:22 PST - Details
HPSpec score 7.4

AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 3500U, 16GB RAM, 256GB Storage, 14-inch

+Lightweight at 1.59 kg for travel
+16 GB of memory for demanding work
+256 GB SSD for quick file access
−Renewed unit rather than brand new
$300.76
as of 11/04/2026 15:24 PST - Details
HPSpec score 7.4

AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 3500U, 16GB RAM, 256GB Storage, 14-inch

+Lightweight at 1.59 kg for travel
+16 GB of memory for demanding work
+256 GB SSD for quick file access
−Renewed unit rather than brand new
$300.76
as of 11/04/2026 15:24 PST - Details
MicrosoftSpec score 7.6

Intel Core i5, 8GB RAM, 256GB Storage, 12.3-inch

+Lightweight at 0.77 kg for easy carrying
+12.3-inch touchscreen display with tablet-style design
+Intel Core i5 processor for everyday tasks
−Small 12.3-inch screen offers less workspace
$999.99
as of 11/04/2026 15:27 PST - Details
TunhailSpec score 7.4

12GB RAM, 256GB Storage, 10.1-inch, Windows 11

+Touchscreen with 360-degree flip design
+Full HD IPS display in a compact body
+Windows 11 operating system included
−Small 10.1-inch screen limits workspace
−Intel m3-8100Y is a low-power processor
$279.99
as of 11/04/2026 15:28 PST - Details
JumperSpec score 7.4

Intel Celeron J4105, 12GB RAM, 256GB Storage, 14-inch

+12GB RAM for comfortable multitasking
+Light at 1.24 kg for carrying
+Full HD display on a 14-inch screen
−256GB storage is limited for large files
−Celeron J4105 is a low-power processor
$219.99
as of 11/04/2026 15:25 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.
MoxalcSpec score 7.4

12GB RAM, 256GB Storage, 10.1-inch, Windows 11 Pro

+12GB RAM for multitasking
+Touchscreen with 2-in-1 design
+Windows 11 Pro operating system
−10.1-inch screen is small for extended work
−Heavy at 1.45 kg for a 10-inch device
$249.99
as of 11/04/2026 15:27 PST - Details
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.
HPSpec score 7.4

Intel Core i5-8365U, 16GB RAM, 256GB Storage, 14-inch

+Intel Core i5-8365U processor for everyday computing tasks
+16GB RAM for smooth multitasking across many programs
+256GB SSD for fast storage access and boot times
−Renewed unit, so condition differs from new laptops
No price recorded yet.
LenovoSpec score 7.5

Intel Core 7 240H, 16GB RAM, 256GB Storage, 14-inch

+Intel Core 7 240H with 10 cores
+16GB DDR5 RAM for smooth multitasking
+Full HD 1080p resolution on a 14-inch screen
−256GB storage fills quickly with large files
−Non-touch display limits input options
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 15:20 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 15:27 PST - Details
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.
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 15:25 PST - Details
DellSpec score 7.4

Intel Core i7-1365U, 16GB RAM, 256GB Storage, 14-inch

+Intel Core i7-1365U processor
+16GB RAM for multitasking
+Lightweight at 1.5 kg for carrying
−256GB storage is small for large files
No price recorded yet.
LenovoSpec score 7.5

Intel Core 7 240H, 16GB RAM, 256GB Storage, 14-inch

+16GB DDR5 memory for everyday multitasking
+Light at 1.37 kg for carrying
+Anti-glare 14-inch display
−Only 256GB storage, which is limited
−Full HD resolution, not higher
No price recorded yet.
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 15:22 PST - Details

Compare specs

laptopCPURAMStorageScreenOperating systemSpec scorePrice
Qualcomm Snapdragon X Plus16GB256GB12-inchWindows 117.6$1,049.99
as of 11/04/2026 15:27 PST - Details
AMD Ryzen 5 3500U12GB256GB14-inchWindows 107.4$719.00
as of 11/04/2026 15:25 PST - Details
AMD Ryzen 5 4500U16GB256GB14-inchWindows 107.4$799.00
as of 11/04/2026 15:25 PST - Details
Intel Pentium Gold 6500Y12GB256GB12-inchWindows 117.7$399.99
as of 11/04/2026 15:28 PST - Details
8GB256GB10.1-inchWindows 117.7$329.99
as of 11/04/2026 15:28 PST - Details
8GB256GB14-inch7.4$265.89
as of 11/04/2026 15:22 PST - Details
Intel N1504GB256GB14-inchWindows 11 Home7.3$298.00
as of 11/04/2026 15:23 PST - Details
Intel Core i3-1315U8GB256GB14-inchChromeOS7.4$599.99
as of 11/04/2026 15:20 PST - Details
12GB256GB10.1-inchWindows 11 Pro7.6$284.99
as of 11/04/2026 15:22 PST - Details
8GB256GB11.6-inchWindows 117.3$269.88
as of 11/04/2026 15:22 PST - Details

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