From Windows laptops to Chromebooks to MacBooks, our experts have tested and identified the top low-cost machines that make short work of everyday computing. The best part? Many ring up for less than $600.

Most $300 laptops feel like they won't survive the year. This Lenovo Chromebook is military-grade certified, has Gemini built in, and just hit its all-time low.

A good laptop is hard to find if you're not shelling out top dollar, but these affordable laptops will do the job without emptying your wallet.

Acer announced a new cheap laptop called the Swift Air 14 at Computex 2026, a tech trade show in Taiwan. It has an all-metal build and starts at just $699 with Intel's new Core Series 3 processors, 8GB of RAM, 512GB of storage, and a 120Hz display, making it a very strong MacBook Neo competitor. It's set for release this August.

The OmniBook 5 that Boddy reviewed hit high points like a beautiful aluminum design, an OLED display, a comfortable keyboard and touchpad combo, quality audio/video hardware, and solid performance from a Snapdragon X Plus chip.

Microsoft’s budget Surface Pro & Laptop start at $849. But with older Snapdragon chips and 8GB of RAM, do they deliver a premium experience?

MacBook Neo vs. Dell XPS 13 (2026): I've used both budget laptops - this one wins for now

We've seen the lion's share of the latest GeForce- and Radeon-equipped gaming laptops—and our experts have tested all of the top options in PC Labs. Here's how to get the best machine on a budget.

If you're shopping for a new TV during Prime Day this year, you've probably noticed that the terminology for different display types has gotten a bit overwhelming. From QLED to OLED to RGB mini-LED, the biggest challenge in choosing a new TV might be deciphering all the confusing jargon.