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Lenovo 15.6" IdeaPad Slim 3 Notebook (Abyss Blue)

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13th Gen Intel i3 CPU, Full HD Display, and Wi-Fi 6 Connectivity Help You Take On Everyday Tasks

Lenovo 15.6" IdeaPad Slim 3 Notebook (Abyss Blue)

  • 13th Gen Intel Core i3-1315U Processor
  • 8GB LPDDR5 RAM | 256GB M.2 SSD
  • 15.6" 1920 x 1080 IPS Display
  • Integrated Intel UHD Graphics
$529.00
$34900
Acer 14" 128GB Chromebook 314 (Silver)

Acer 14" 128GB Chromebook 314 (Silver)

B&H # ACCB3143HC4V MFR # CB314-3H-C4VS
Key Features
  • 1.1 GHz Intel N4500 Dual-Core
  • 4GB LPDDR4x RAM | 128GB eMMC SSD
  • 14" 1366 x 768 IPS Display
  • Integrated Intel UHD Graphics
$28999
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ASUS 15.6" 64GB Multi-Touch 2-in-1 Chromebook Flip CM5

ASUS 15.6" 64GB Multi-Touch 2-in-1 Chromebook Flip CM5

B&H # ASCBCM5500FD MFR # CM5500FDA-DN344T
Key Features
  • 2.6 GHz AMD Ryzen 3 3250C Dual-Core
  • 4GB DDR4 RAM | 64GB eMMC Storage
  • 15.6" 1920 x 1080 FHD Touchscreen
  • Integrated AMD Radeon Graphics
$49774
In Stock

Core Innovations 14.1" CLC14364 Series Laptop (Red)

B&H # COCLC14364RD MFR # CLC14364RD
Key Features
  • 1.1 GHz Intel Celeron N3350 Dual-Core
  • 3GB RAM | 64GB SSD
  • 14.1" 1366 x 768 TN Display
  • Integrated Intel HD Graphics 500
$9900
In Stock

Acer 12" 64GB Chromebook Vero 712

B&H # ACNXKE1AA001 MFR # NX.KE1AA.001
Key Features
  • 12th Gen Intel Core i3-1215U Processor
  • 8GB LPDDR4x RAM | 64GB Flash Storage
  • 12" 1366 x 912 IPS Touchscreen
  • Integrated Intel UHD Graphics
$49908
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Expected availability: 7-14 business days

HP 11.6" Fortis x360 G3 J Multi-Touch Chromebook

B&H # HE7L2Z9UT MFR # 7L2Z9UT#ABA
Key Features
  • 1.1 GHz Intel Celeron N4500 Dual-Core
  • 4GB LPDDR4x RAM | 32GB eMMC SSD
  • 11.6" 1366 x 768 BrightView Touchscreen
  • Integrated Intel UHD Graphics
$33650
Special Order
Expected availability: 7-14 business days

HP 11.6" 32GB Chromebook 11 G9 EE Laptop

B&H # HECB113V2Y2 MFR # 3V2Y2UT#ABA
Key Features
  • 1.1 GHz Intel Celeron N4500 Dual-Core
  • 4GB LPDDR4X RAM | 32GB eMMC SSD
  • 11.6" 1366 x 768 VA Display
  • Integrated Intel UHD Graphics
$23995
Special Order
Expected availability: 1-3 Business Days

Dell 11.6" 32GB Chromebook 11 3110 Education Edition

B&H # DECB11939GH MFR # 939GH
Key Features
  • 1.1 GHz Intel Celeron N4500 Dual-Core
  • 4GB of LPDDR4X RAM | 32GB eMMC SSD
  • 11.6" 1366 x 768 TN Display
  • Integrated Intel UHD Graphics
$29877
Special Order
Expected availability: 1-3 Business Days

HP 14" 14a-ca0040nr 32GB Chromebook x360 2-in-1 (Mineral and Natural Silver)

B&H # HE4A6G3UA MFR # 4A6G3UA#ABA
Key Features
  • 1.1 GHz Intel Celeron N4020 Dual-Core
  • 4GB DDR4 RAM | 32GB eMMC Storage
  • 14" FHD 1366 x 768 LCD Touchscreen
  • Integrated Intel UHD Graphics 600
$34401
In Stock

HP 11.6" Fortis x360 G3 J Multi-Touch Chromebook

B&H # HE7L301UT MFR # 7L301UT#ABA
Key Features
  • 1.1 GHz Intel Celeron N4500 Dual-Core
  • 8GB LPDDR4x RAM | 64GB eMMC SSD
  • 11.6" 1366 x 768 BrightView Touchscreen
  • Integrated Intel UHD Graphics
$39595
Special Order
Expected availability: 7-14 business days

HP 11.6" 64GB Chromebook x360 11 G4 EE Multi-Touch 2-in-1 Laptop

B&H # HECBX33V254 MFR # 3V254UT#ABA
Key Features
  • 1.1 GHz Intel Celeron N5100 Quad-Core
  • 4GB LPDDR4X RAM | 64GB eMMC SSD
  • 11.6" 1366 x 768 VA Touchscreen
  • Integrated Intel UHD Graphics
$46895
Special Order
Expected availability: 2-4 months

Lenovo 11.6" 100e 32GB Chromebook Gen 3 Laptop (Gray)

B&H # LE82UY0000US MFR # 82UY0000US
Key Features
  • 2.8 GHz Intel Celeron N4500 Dual-Core
  • 4GB LPDDR4x RAM | 32GB eMMC SSD
  • 11.6" 1366 x 768 TN Display
  • Integrated Intel UHD Graphics
$22250
Special Order
Expected availability: 7-14 business days

HP 14" 32GB Chromebook 14 G7 Laptop

B&H # HECB143V2U9 MFR # 3V2U9UT#ABA
Key Features
  • 1.1 GHz Intel Celeron N4500 Dual-Core
  • 4GB LPDDR4X RAM | 32GB eMMC SSD
  • 11.6" 1366 x 768 VA Display
  • Integrated Intel UHD Graphics
$23448
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Acer 11.6" 32GB Chromebook 311 (Shale Black)

B&H # ACC722K4CN MFR # NX.A6UAA.001
Key Features
  • 2 GHz ARM Cortex A73 Quad-Core
  • 4GB LPDDR4x RAM | 32GB eMMC SSD
  • 11.6" 1366 x 768 LCD Display
  • Integrated Mali G72 MP3 Graphics
$24900
Special Order
Expected availability: 1-3 Business Days

Acer 14" 32GB Chromebook 514 (Silver)

B&H # ACC5142HK52X MFR # NX.AS1AA.002
Key Features
  • 2 GHz ARM Cortex 8-Core Processor
  • 4GB of LPDDR4x RAM | 32GB eMMC SSD
  • 14" 1920 x 1080 IPS Display
  • Integrated ARM Mali G-57 MC5 Graphics
$25995
Special Order
Expected availability: 1-3 Business Days

HP 11.6" 32GB Chromebook 11 G9 EE Multi-Touch Laptop

B&H # HECB113V2Y3 MFR # 3V2Y3UT#ABA
Key Features
  • 1.1 GHz Intel Celeron N4500 Dual-Core
  • 4GB LPDDR4X RAM | 32GB eMMC SSD
  • 11.6" 1366 x 768 VA Touchscreen
  • Integrated Intel UHD Graphics
$27979
Special Order
Expected availability: 2-4 months

Acer 11.6" Spin 311 32 GB 2-in-1 Touchscreen Chromebook (Black)

B&H # ACNXAZCAA001 MFR # NX.AZCAA.001
Key Features
  • 2.0 GHz ARM Cortex Quad-Core Processor
  • 4GB of RAM | 32GB Storage
  • 11.6" 1366 x 768 IPS Touchscreen
  • Integrated Mal-G72 MP3 Graphics
$28799
Special Order
Expected availability: 1-3 Business Days

Acer 11.6" 32GB Chromebook 511 (Shale Black)

B&H # ACC734C0FD MFR # NX.AYVAA.001
Key Features
  • 1.1 GHz Intel Celeron N4500 Dual-Core
  • 4GB LPDDR4x RAM | 32GB eMMC SSD
  • 11.6" 1366 x 768 IPS Display
  • Integrated Intel UHD Graphics
$29595
Special Order
Expected availability: 1-3 Business Days

HP 14" 14a-na0260nr 64GB Chromebook

B&H # HE60F96UA MFR # 60F96UA#ABA
Key Features
  • 1.1 GHz Intel Celeron N4120 Quad-Core
  • 4GB LPDDR4 | 64GB eMMC Storage
  • 14" FHD 1920 x 1080 IPS Display
  • Integrated Intel UHD Graphics 600
$30999
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HP 14" 32GB Chromebook 14 G7 Multi-Touch Laptop

B&H # HECB143V2T7 MFR # 3V2T7UT#ABA
Key Features
  • 1.1 GHz Intel Celeron N4500 Dual-Core
  • 4GB LPDDR4X RAM | 32GB eMMC SSD
  • 11.6" 1366 x 768 VA Touchscreen
  • Integrated Intel UHD Graphics
$31692
Special Order
Expected availability: 7-14 business days

ASUS 15.6" 64GB Chromebook CX1

B&H # ASCX1500CKA MFR # CX1500CKA-DH44F
Key Features
  • 1.1 GHz Intel Celeron N4500 Dual-Core
  • 4GB LPDDR4X | 64GB eMMC
  • 15.6" 1920 x 1080 Display
  • Integrated Intel UHD Graphics
$31999
Temporarily Out of Stock
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HP 11.6" 32GB Chromebook 11 G9 EE Laptop

B&H # HECB113V261 MFR # 3V261UT#ABA
Key Features
  • 1.1 GHz Intel Celeron N5100 Quad-Core
  • 8GB LPDDR4X RAM | 32GB eMMC SSD
  • 11.6" 1366 x 768 VA Display
  • Integrated Intel UHD Graphics
$32250
Special Order
Expected availability: 7-14 business days

Lenovo 11.6" 500e 32GB Multi-Touch 2-in-1 Chromebook Gen 3 (Wi-Fi Only)

B&H # LE82JB003XUS MFR # 82JB003XUS
Key Features
  • 1.1 GHz Intel Celeron N4500 Dual-Core
  • 4GB LPDDR4x RAM | 32GB eMMC SSD
  • 11.6" 1366 x 768 IPS Touchscreen
  • Integrated Intel UHD Graphics
$32372
Special Order
Expected availability: 7-14 business days

Lenovo 11.6" 500e 32GB Multi-Touch 2-in-1 Chromebook Gen 3 (Wi-Fi Only)

B&H # LE82JB0001US MFR # 82JB0001US
Key Features
  • 1.1 GHz Intel Celeron N5100 Quad-Core
  • 4GB LPDDR4x RAM | 32GB eMMC SSD
  • 11.6" 1366 x 768 IPS Touchscreen
  • Integrated Intel UHD Graphics
$33447
Special Order
Expected availability: 7-14 business days

HP 14" 32GB Chromebook 14 G7 Multi-Touch Laptop

B&H # HECB143V2T8 MFR # 3V2T8UT#ABA
Key Features
  • 1.1 GHz Intel Celeron N4500 Dual-Core
  • 8GB LPDDR4X RAM | 32GB eMMC SSD
  • 11.6" 1366 x 768 VA Touchscreen
  • Integrated Intel UHD Graphics
$33516
Special Order
Expected availability: 7-14 business days

Acer 11.6" 32GB Chromebook 511 (Shale Black)

B&H # ACC736C09R MFR # NX.KD4AA.002
Key Features
  • 3.4 GHz Intel N100 Dual-Core
  • 4GB LPDDR4x RAM | 32GB eMMC SSD
  • 11.6" 1366 x 768 IPS Display
  • Integrated Intel UHD Graphics
$33799
Special Order
Expected availability: 7-14 business days

Dell 11.6" 64GB JSL 11 3110 Multi-Touch 2-in-1 Chromebook

B&H # DEGWRRP MFR # GWRRP
Key Features
  • 1.1 GHz Intel N4500 Dual-Core
  • 8GB LPDDR4x RAM | 64GB eMMC SSD
  • 11.6" 1366 x 768 LCD Touchscreen
  • Integrated Intel UHD Graphics
$34457
Special Order
Expected availability: 7-14 business days
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Learning About Basic Laptops

The best basic laptop is one that's fast enough for everyday computing tasks such as web browsing and word processing. Such laptops are ideal for students and offices that don't run graphics-intensive software. Basic notebooks can also serve as secondary computers and complement heavier and more powerful mobile workstations.


What Are Basic Laptops?

A basic laptop is a budget notebook with a low-end but capable processor, and just enough memory to smoothly run its operating system. Such laptop computers fall into manufacturers' entry-level and mid-range lineups. Models with screen sizes between 10 and 12 inches are suitable for kids and grade-school students. College students and professionals should opt for 13 to 15-inch units. These have larger screens, which make multitasking with productivity apps easier.


Types of Basic Laptops

These come in clamshell and 2-in-1 styles. Clamshell is the traditional laptop form factor. Its screen opens up to a maximum angle between 90 and 180 degrees. Consider a 2-in-1 laptop if you're looking for a mobile computer that doubles as a tablet. These notebook laptops are available in convertible and detachable styles. A convertible laptop has a 360-degree hinge and a screen that folds down flat against its keyboard when transforming into a tablet. A detachable model has a display that separates from its keyboard.


What Operating System Do Basic Laptops Have?

Most laptops in this category are Windows PCs. Windows is the most popular desktop operating system, and has a vast library of productivity and entertainment apps. However, a growing number of basic laptops for sale come with Chrome OS. Also referred to as Chromebooks, these computers run a lightweight, cloud-based operating system that doesn't require powerful hardware. Chrome OS handles essential features such as antivirus protection, and it updates automatically in the background. This advantage makes Chromebooks a low-maintenance laptop, which is ideal for schools, small businesses and fun.


Features to Consider When Shopping for Budget Laptops

Key hardware features to consider include screen size and resolution, as well as CPU and RAM. Most laptops in this category have HD screens with high resolutions. Displays with higher resolutions are sharper and more suitable for watching movies. The type of display panel used is also important. IPS screens are brighter and display more vivid colors than TN panels. To minimize screen glare, look for a small laptop with a matte display rather than a glossy one.

Processor options for budget machines range from basic Intel Atom and Celeron CPUs to chips in the Core series. For quick performance, opt for a Core series CPU if choosing an Intel laptop, or a Ryzen chip when considering a device with an AMD processor. Generally, more RAM translates to faster performance.


Consider design, operating system, and hardware specs when shopping for the best basic laptop. Browse the wide selection of basic laptops B&H Photo and Video to find the right model for you.