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10 laptops under $500 from Lenovo, Dell, HP and more. Most cost $420 to $499, and half cost less than $445.

Top brands: Lenovo (5)

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 11:26 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 11:28 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 11:26 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 11:26 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 11:26 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 11:20 PST - Details
TylvxSpec score 7.9

16GB RAM, 512GB Storage, 15.6-inch, Windows 11

+Large 15.6-inch Full HD touchscreen
+360-degree flip 2-in-1 design
+16GB RAM for smooth multitasking
−Heavier at 1.63 kg for daily carrying
−Intel Core m3-8100Y is a low-power processor
$499.66
as of 11/04/2026 11:29 PST - Details
ZJBSpec score 7.5

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

+8GB RAM for everyday multitasking
+Windows 11 operating system
+180 degree opening display
−128GB SSD is limited storage
−Heavy at 1.66 kg for daily carrying
$459.99
as of 11/04/2026 11:29 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 11:26 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 11:26 PST - Details

Compare specs

laptopCPURAMStorageScreenOperating systemSpec scorePrice
Intel N1508GB128GB15.6-inchWindows 117.5$429.99
as of 11/04/2026 11:26 PST - Details
AMD Ryzen 5 3501U16GB512GB15.6-inchWindows 117.8$499.99
as of 11/04/2026 11:28 PST - Details
8GB128GB15.6-inchWindows 117.5$429.98
as of 11/04/2026 11:26 PST - Details
Intel N1508GB1120GB15.6-inchWindows 118.1$469.00
as of 11/04/2026 11:26 PST - Details
Intel N9512GB512GBWindows 118.0$469.00
as of 11/04/2026 11:26 PST - Details
Intel Celeron N40204GB128GB15.6-inchWindows 117.4$409.99
as of 11/04/2026 11:20 PST - Details
16GB512GB15.6-inchWindows 117.9$499.66
as of 11/04/2026 11:29 PST - Details
Intel Core i5-6200U8GB128GB15.6-inchWindows 117.5$459.99
as of 11/04/2026 11:29 PST - Details
Intel N1508GB128GB15.6-inchWindows 117.5$419.99
as of 11/04/2026 11:26 PST - Details
Intel N1508GB128GB15.6-inchWindows 117.5$429.96
as of 11/04/2026 11:26 PST - Details

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