10 Best Students Laptops That Are Perfect For Uni
You don’t have to break the brand to get the best tech for uni, here are the best student laptops on the market right now.
1. Microsoft Surface Go 2 - $522 onwards.
Microsoft Surface devices are affordable and one of the best options for uni. The Microsoft Surface Go 2 is lightweight and easy to carry around campus, can also be converted to a tablet (perfect for taking notes!). Plus, it has a long battery life, the triple threat for being the ideal student laptop. You can also get a 10% student discount. All in all a pretty sweet deal!
2. Microsoft Surface Laptop Go- $740 onwards.
Microsoft Surface Go is the perfect combo of affordability, premium design, and performance. It can handle heavier student work and is perfect. It is also very lightweight and has a touch screen as well, so you can get a little of the 2 in 1 fun too! Don't forget you can get a 10% student discount on this surface device too!
3. Apple Macbook Air - $1880 onwards
In 2020, Apple introduced their M1 silicon chip, which has been an absolute blessing, especially in improving battery life. Usually, battery life is Apple's biggest drawback, but this one made it on the list because they seem to have found a solution. Plus, it's their lightest laptop so it's perfect to carry around with you.
4. Dell XPS 15 - $3000 onwards
This one is on the more expensive side, However, if your budget is not limited, Dell XPS is a smashing for students pursuing a more creative degree. Film, graphic design, architects students use various softwares that need a powerful laptop to run smoothly. Dell XPS is packed with staggering power, a comfortable keyboard, crystal clear sound, and a terrific trackpad as well.
5. Acer Swift 3 - $975 onwards
Acer Swift 3 has to be one of the most affordable ultrabooks on the market. Being affordable has no impact on how powerful the laptop is lightweight, offers a decent battery life, perfect for multi-tasking.
6. Dell XPS 13 - $1,359 onwards
Another Dell XPS laptop that caught our attention, unlike the previous XPS model, mentioned this one is a lot more affordable. Still one of the most powerful devices on this list, it's got a gorgeous sleek design. it's perfect for everyday browsing, using G-suites and uni work and students who are also casual gamers.
7. Google Pixelbook Go - $1406 onwards
Arguably one of the best Chromebooks available on the market right now. What really stands out about Google Pixeklbook Go is their hush keyboard. Nobody wants to be the person click-clacking in the quiet zone of the library and this keyboard will save you from that embarrassment without letting you speed through your work!
8. Lenovo IdeaPad Duet Chromebook - $320 onwards
The most affordable one on this list, Lenovo's Ideapad range has never disappointed, especially in delivering value for money! It's a 2 in 1, that gives you performance and quality of 2 in 1 device that cost over $900! So whether it's typing out long essays or taking quick notes in class this Ideapad Chromebook is a perfect choice. You can also get a 45% student discount on Lenovo products to save some extra cash!
9. Lenovo IdeaPad Slim Gen 3 14”
This is one that is especially great for remote learning or those that have heaps of online courses to complete. It's lightweight, high performing and affordable, but one of our favourites is the camera privacy shutter that they have. It's the little things that are the game changers, aren't they? You can also get a 45% student discount on Lenovo products to save some extra cash!
10. Dell G3 15 - $1381 onwards
Our top pick for students who are also gamers. Unlike other gaming laptops, this is not heavy and you dont have to lug it around campus. It's also one of the more affordable gaming laptops - perfect for someone who is on a student budget!
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