Need a laptop that won't break the bank? Here are 5 of the best options under $300.

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A new laptop is always a big investment, one that you'll likely need to make every few years to keep up with the ever-changing technology world. You might even put it off after an initial browse when you start to see how pricey a new laptop can get, and the sheer volume of how many options are out there. 

But you don’t always need to break the bank to get a suitable laptop. You’ll still have a huge range of products to choose from if you’re only looking to spend a few hundred bucks. And if you just need another device to check email on, browse YouTube, or pull up recipes, maybe a budget laptop is all you need. Read more...

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BEST OVERALL

Samsung Chromebook 4

Fast speeds and 12.5 hours of battery life, plus the double last model’s storage make this our favorite laptop for under $300.

• Processor: Intel Celeron N4000
• RAM: 4GB
• Storage: 32GB flash storage
• Display: 11.6 inch HD LED
• Weight: 2.6 pounds

$229.99 from Amazon

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BEST CHROMEBOOK

Lenovo Chromebook Duet

This is a great intermediate between tablet and laptop for those who want the best of both worlds.

• Processor: MediaTek Helio P60T
• RAM: 4GB
• Storage: 64GB eMMC
• Display: 10.1 inches
• Weight: 2 pounds

$299 from Best Buy

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BEST DEAL

HP Stream Pro 11

Budget-conscious shoppers will love the bang they’ll get for their buck with this laptop.

• Processor: Intel Celeron N4000
• RAM: 4GB
• Storage: 64GB eMMC flash storage
• Display: 11.6 inches
• Weight: 2.37 pounds

$219.99 from Best Buy

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BEST DISPLAY

Acer Aspire 1

This is the largest screen you’ll find on a laptop that costs less than $300.

• Processor: Intel Celeron N4020
• RAM: 4GB
• Storage: 64GB eMMC
• Display: 15.6 inches
• Weight: 4.19 pounds

$279 from Amazon

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BEST FOR EDITING VIDEO

Chuwi HeroBook Pro

This is a great budget laptop for those who do video editing or any kind of visual work.

• Processor: Intel Gemini Lake N4000
• RAM: 8GB
• Storage: 256GB SSD
• Display: 14.1 inches
• Weight: 3.06 pounds

$279 from Amazon

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