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41 laptops under $500 from Lenovo, Dell, HP and more. Most cost $416 to $499, and half cost less than $469.

Top brands: Lenovo (7)Dell (6)HP (5)

HPSpec score 7.7

Radeon 610M, 8GB RAM, 512GB Storage, 17.3-inch

+Large 17.3 inch FHD display
+512 GB SSD storage
+Includes Windows 11 Home
−Heavier at 2.01 kg for daily carrying
−8 GB memory is modest for multitasking
$489.99
as of 11/04/2026 10:24 PST - Details
DellSpec score 7.6

Intel Core 3 100U, 8GB RAM, 512GB Storage, Windows 11 Home

+512GB storage: only 5 of 40 here have more
+41 Wh battery: only 1 of 6 here have a larger one
$484.98
as of 11/04/2026 10:22 PST - Details
LenovoSpec score 7.5

Intel N150, 8GB RAM, 128GB Storage, 15.6-inch

+Large 15.6-inch screen with Full HD resolution
+Light at 1.55 kg for portable use
+Includes Windows 11 and 8GB DDR5 memory
−Only 128GB storage for files and apps
−Intel N150 processor is a low-power entry chip
$429.99-46%List: $799.00
as of 11/04/2026 10:25 PST - Details
NIMOSpec score 7.8

AMD Ryzen 5 3501U, 16GB RAM, 512GB Storage, 15.6-inch

+16GB RAM for smooth multitasking
+512GB SSD for ample local storage
+Lightweight at 1.7 kg for portability
−15.6 inch screen is average for portability
$499.99-44%List: $899.99
as of 11/04/2026 10:27 PST - Details
LenovoSpec score 7.5

8GB RAM, 128GB Storage, 15.6-inch, Windows 11

+Large 15.6 inch screen with 1080p resolution
+Runs Windows 11 out of the box
+8GB DDR5 memory for everyday multitasking
−Only 128GB of onboard storage
−47 Wh battery is a modest capacity
$429.98-39%List: $699.99
as of 11/04/2026 10:25 PST - Details
JumperSpec score 8.2

12GB RAM, 512GB Storage, 12-inch, Windows 11 Home

+Lightweight at 0.64 kg for tablet use
+12 inch 2K touchscreen with IPS panel
+12GB RAM for multitasking
−Intel N5095 is a low-power processor
−12 inch screen is smaller than typical laptops
$429.99-31%List: $619.99
as of 11/04/2026 10:20 PST - Details
AcerSpec score 7.5

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 10:20 PST - Details
DellSpec score 7.6

Intel Core 3 100U, 8GB RAM, 512GB Storage, Windows 11 Home

+IPS panel for wider viewing angles
+Anti-glare screen coating
+Windows 11 Home operating system
−Only 8 GB DDR4 memory limits heavy multitasking
−512 GB storage is limited for large libraries
$499.00
as of 11/04/2026 10:22 PST - Details
HPSpec score 7.9

Intel N150, 16GB RAM, 628GB Storage, 14-inch

+628GB storage for files and apps
+Windows 11 Pro for business features
+Light at 1.47 kg for carrying daily
−Intel N150 is an entry-level processor
$449.00
as of 11/04/2026 10:23 PST - Details
LenovoSpec score 7.5

Intel N150, 8GB RAM, 128GB Storage, 15.6-inch

+15.6-inch FHD display
+Windows 11 operating system
+DDR5 memory type
−Only 8GB RAM, limited for heavy multitasking
−128GB storage is small for large files
$419.99-40%List: $699.98
as of 11/04/2026 10:25 PST - Details
LenovoSpec score 7.5

Intel N150, 8GB RAM, 128GB Storage, 15.6-inch

+15.6-inch FHD display
+Windows 11 operating system
+DDR5 memory type
−Only 8GB RAM, limited for heavy multitasking
−128GB storage is small for large files
$429.96-39%List: $699.98
as of 11/04/2026 10:25 PST - Details
NIMOSpec score 7.8

AMD Ryzen 5 3501U, 16GB RAM, 512GB Storage, 15.6-inch

+Light at 1.7 kg for daily carrying
+Expandable storage up to 4TB
+Backlit keyboard for low-light typing
−Only 8GB of memory listed
−Only 256GB SSD storage
$429.99-22%Was: $549.99
as of 11/04/2026 10:27 PST - Details
FunyetSpec score 7.9

Intel Core i5, 16GB RAM, 512GB Storage, 15.6-inch

+Large 15.6-inch IPS full HD display
+16GB RAM for smooth multitasking
+512GB SSD for ample local storage
−Intel Core i5 processor without a dedicated graphics card
$409.99
as of 11/04/2026 10:23 PST - Details
VigsenupSpec score 7.7

16GB RAM, 256GB Storage, 15.6-inch, FHD (1080p)

+Full HD 1080p resolution on a 15.6-inch screen
+16GB RAM for multitasking
+256GB SSD storage
−Dual-core processor for basic workloads
−38 Wh battery is small
$419.00
as of 11/04/2026 10:28 PST - Details
LenovoSpec score 7.8

Intel N150, 8GB RAM, 628GB Storage, 15.6-inch

+15.6-inch FHD display
+Light at 1.55 kg for carrying daily
+Windows 11 Pro operating system
−Only 8GB RAM for multitasking
−Entry-level Intel N150 processor
$469.00
as of 11/04/2026 10:25 PST - Details
KooforwaySpec score 8.0

Intel N95, 12GB RAM, 512GB Storage, Windows 11 Pro

+Very light at 0.78 kg
+2-in-1 touchscreen design with stylus support
+12GB RAM for multitasking
−8 inch screen is small for long work sessions
$469.00
as of 11/04/2026 10:25 PST - Details
RumtukSpec score 8.1

Intel N150, 16GB RAM, 1TB Storage, 17.3-inch

+Large 17.3 inch IPS display for a spacious workspace
+16GB RAM for smoother multitasking
+1TB storage for a large file collection
−Large 17.3 inch chassis is less portable
$499.99
as of 11/04/2026 10:27 PST - Details
ChuwiSpec score 8.1

Intel N150, 16GB RAM, 512GB Storage, FHD+ (1920 x 1200)

+Compact 10.51-inch body for portable use
+Light at 0.89 kg for carrying
+16GB RAM for multitasking
−Small 10.51-inch screen limits workspace
−Intel N150 is an entry-level processor
$415.99
as of 11/04/2026 10:22 PST - Details
ChifuyouSpec score 7.7

Intel Core i5, 16GB RAM, 256GB Storage, 15.6-inch

+Touchscreen with 360 degree flip design
+Intel Core i5 processor
+16GB RAM for multitasking
−Weighs 1.59 kg, heavier than tablets
−Storage is smaller than many larger drives
$499.99
as of 11/04/2026 10:20 PST - Details
ChuwiSpec score 8.0

16GB RAM, 512GB Storage, FHD+ (1920 x 1200), IPS

+Compact 10.51-inch body for portable use
+16GB RAM for multitasking
+512GB SSD storage
−Small 10.51-inch screen limits workspace
−Heavier at 0.92 kg than some compact options
$495.99
as of 11/04/2026 10:22 PST - Details
ChuwiSpec score 8.0

16GB RAM, 512GB Storage, IPS

+Compact 10.51-inch body for portable use
+16GB RAM for multitasking
+512GB SSD storage
−Small 10.51-inch screen limits workspace
−Heavier at 0.92 kg than some compact options
$499.99
as of 11/04/2026 10:22 PST - Details
MituntunSpec score 7.7

Intel Core i5, 16GB RAM, 256GB Storage, 15.6-inch

+Touchscreen with 360° flip design for tablet mode
+Light at 1.59 kg for carrying
+16GB RAM for multitasking
−Battery capacity of 38 Wh is below typical laptop capacity
$439.99
as of 11/04/2026 10:20 PST - Details
LenovoSpec score 8.1

Intel N150, 8GB RAM, 1120GB Storage, 15.6-inch

+1TB of storage for a large file library
+8GB LPDDR5 RAM for smoother multitasking
+15.6-inch FHD display for a larger workspace
−Intel N150 processor is entry-level for demanding tasks
−Storage is split across 128GB UFS and 1TB
$469.00
as of 11/04/2026 10:25 PST - Details
KootigersSpec score 8.0

Intel N95, 12GB RAM, 512GB Storage, Windows 11

+Touchscreen with 2-in-1 design for tablet use
+Windows 11 operating system
+12GB RAM for multitasking
−Small 8-inch screen limits the working area
$469.00
as of 11/04/2026 10:25 PST - Details
UnowoSpec score 7.4

Intel Celeron N4020, 4GB RAM, 128GB Storage, 15.6-inch

+15.6-inch Full HD display for a roomy workspace
+Ships with Windows 11 operating system
+Lay-flat hinge opens up to 180 degrees
−Celeron N4020 processor suits only light tasks
$409.99
as of 11/04/2026 10:20 PST - Details
BirdplaySpec score 7.5

Intel Core i3, 8GB RAM, 128GB Storage, 15.6-inch

+Intel Core i3 processor for everyday tasks
+8GB RAM for smoother multitasking
+Full HD IPS display with wide viewing angles
−128GB SSD is small for large files
−Heavier at 1.6 kg for daily carrying
$429.99
as of 11/04/2026 10:20 PST - Details
AkchartSpec score 7.5

Intel Core i5-6200U, 8GB RAM, 128GB Storage, 15.6-inch

+Full HD 1080p IPS display with wide viewing angles
+Includes Windows 11 Home
+Intel Core i5-6200U processor
−8GB RAM is modest for heavy multitasking
−128GB SSD offers limited storage space
$469.99
as of 11/04/2026 10:20 PST - Details
ASUSSpec score 7.5

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 10:21 PST - Details

Compare specs

laptopCPURAMStorageScreenOperating systemSpec scorePrice
8GB512GB17.3-inchWindows 11 Home7.7$489.99
as of 11/04/2026 10:24 PST - Details
Intel Core 3 100U8GB512GBWindows 11 Home7.6$484.98
as of 11/04/2026 10:22 PST - Details
Intel N1508GB128GB15.6-inchWindows 117.5$429.99
as of 11/04/2026 10:25 PST - Details
AMD Ryzen 5 3501U16GB512GB15.6-inchWindows 117.8$499.99
as of 11/04/2026 10:27 PST - Details
8GB128GB15.6-inchWindows 117.5$429.98
as of 11/04/2026 10:25 PST - Details
12GB512GB12-inchWindows 11 Home8.2$429.99
as of 11/04/2026 10:20 PST - Details
Intel Core i3-N3058GB128GB14-inchWindows 11 Home7.5$499.99
as of 11/04/2026 10:20 PST - Details
Intel Core 3 100U8GB512GBWindows 11 Home7.6$499.00
as of 11/04/2026 10:22 PST - Details
Intel N15016GB628GB14-inchWindows 11 Pro7.9$449.00
as of 11/04/2026 10:23 PST - Details
Intel N1508GB128GB15.6-inchWindows 117.5$419.99
as of 11/04/2026 10:25 PST - Details

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