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14 laptops under $500 from Lenovo, Dell, HP and more. Most cost $416 to $499, and half cost less than $445.

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 17:28 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 17:23 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 17:28 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 17:23 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 17:28 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 17:22 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 17:20 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 17:22 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 17:28 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 17:22 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 17:20 PST - Details
DellSpec score 7.8

Intel Core i5-1145G7, 16GB RAM, 256GB Storage, 14-inch

+Touchscreen for direct on-screen input
+16GB memory for smooth multitasking
+Lightweight at 1.35 kg for daily carrying
−256GB SSD offers less local storage than common alternatives
−Renewed unit rather than new
$428.99
as of 11/04/2026 17:22 PST - Details
LenovoSpec score 7.8

Intel Core i7-1185G7, 16GB RAM, 512GB Storage, 14-inch

+Intel Core i7-1185G7 processor
+16GB RAM for multitasking
+512GB SSD storage
−Renewed unit, not new
$499.99
as of 11/04/2026 17:26 PST - Details
DellSpec score 7.9

Intel Core i5-1245U, 16GB RAM, 512GB Storage, 14-inch

+512GB storage for files and apps
+Light at 1.41 kg for carrying
+16GB memory for multitasking
$419.99
as of 11/04/2026 17:22 PST - Details

Compare specs

laptopCPURAMStorageScreenOperating systemSpec scorePrice
AMD Ryzen 5 3501U16GB512GB15.6-inchWindows 117.8$499.99
as of 11/04/2026 17:28 PST - Details
Intel N15016GB628GB14-inchWindows 11 Pro7.9$449.00
as of 11/04/2026 17:23 PST - Details
16GB256GB15.6-inch7.7$419.00
as of 11/04/2026 17:28 PST - Details
Intel Core i516GB512GB15.6-inch7.9$409.99
as of 11/04/2026 17:23 PST - Details
Intel N15016GB1TB17.3-inchWindows 11 Pro8.1$499.99
as of 11/04/2026 17:28 PST - Details
Intel N15016GB512GB8.1$415.99
as of 11/04/2026 17:22 PST - Details
Intel Core i516GB256GB15.6-inch7.7$439.99
as of 11/04/2026 17:20 PST - Details
16GB512GB8.0$499.99
as of 11/04/2026 17:22 PST - Details
AMD Ryzen 5 3501U16GB512GB15.6-inch7.8$429.99
as of 11/04/2026 17:28 PST - Details
16GB512GB8.0$495.99
as of 11/04/2026 17:22 PST - Details

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