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12 laptops under $500 from Lenovo, Dell, HP and more. Most cost $429 to $499, and half cost less than $469.

JumperSpec score 8.2

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

+0.64 kg: the lightest of the 36 here
+512GB storage: only 4 of 39 here have more
$429.99-39%Was: $709.99
as of 11/04/2026 18:20 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 18:20 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 18:25 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 18:22 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 18:20 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 18:25 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 18:22 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 18:22 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 18:20 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 18:21 PST - Details
HPSpec score 8.2

Intel Core i5-1334U, 8GB RAM, 256GB Storage, 15.6-inch

+Touchscreen display for direct on-screen input
+Lightweight at 1.59 kg for daily carrying
+Full HD resolution on a 15.6-inch screen
−Only 8GB RAM for heavy multitasking
−256GB storage is limited for large libraries
$463.99
as of 11/04/2026 18:23 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 18:22 PST - Details

Compare specs

laptopCPURAMStorageScreenOperating systemSpec scorePrice
12GB512GB12-inchWindows 118.2$429.99
as of 11/04/2026 18:20 PST - Details
Intel Core i3-N3058GB128GB14-inchWindows 11 Home7.5$499.99
as of 11/04/2026 18:20 PST - Details
Intel N9512GB512GBWindows 118.0$469.00
as of 11/04/2026 18:25 PST - Details
Intel N15016GB512GB8.1$415.99
as of 11/04/2026 18:22 PST - Details
Intel Core i516GB256GB15.6-inch7.7$439.99
as of 11/04/2026 18:20 PST - Details
Intel N9512GB512GBWindows 11 Pro8.0$469.00
as of 11/04/2026 18:25 PST - Details
16GB512GB8.0$499.99
as of 11/04/2026 18:22 PST - Details
16GB512GB8.0$495.99
as of 11/04/2026 18:22 PST - Details
Intel Core i516GB256GB15.6-inchWindows 11 Pro7.7$499.99
as of 11/04/2026 18:20 PST - Details
8GB64GB14-inchChromeOS7.5$499.00
as of 11/04/2026 18:21 PST - Details

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