Laptops take up less space, they are mobile, and high-quality models can work for a long time without a network connection. The devices are popular with buyers and manufacturers offer models in various budget categories.
We’ve compiled a list of laptops for 2019 and 2020, which includes the most reliable devices from various price segments. The manager of the computer center helped us.
The functionality of modern laptops has expanded so much that it is problematic to choose the best option without unnecessary unnecessary options. However, if you take into account a number of nuances before buying, you will be able not only to purchase a high-quality laptop, but also to save money.
Our top 10 includes the following models:
- Acer ASPIRE E 15 (E5-576G);
- HP ProBook 440 G6;
- Apple MacBook Pro 16 Late 2019;
- ASUS VivoBook S15 S530;
- DELL Inspiron 3780;
- Apple MacBook Air 13 Retina Mid 2019;
- Lenovo ThinkPad X280;
- Microsoft Surface Laptop;
- MSI GF63 Thin 9RCX;
- Xiaomi Mi Notebook Pro 15.6 GTX.
Best laptop for work and the Internet Acer ASPIRE E 15 (E5-576G)
- IPS screen with Full HD resolution;
- Intel Core i5 Kaby Lake processor;
- discrete NVIDIA GeForce MX150;
- HDD with 5400 RPM;
- USB 3.1 Type-C.
The best laptops for work are moderately powerful and durable devices. Just such is the laptop Acer ASPIRE E 15. In the top configuration, the laptop is equipped with an Intel Core i5 processor, 8 GB of RAM and a high-performance SSD + HDD bundle. For work and surfing the Internet, this is quite enough. And on board the device is installed an NVIDIA GeForce MX150 video card with 2 GB of video memory.
The laptop uses a 15-inch display with an IPS matrix and a glossy finish. The color rendition is excellent. The laptop has Bluetooth and Wi-Fi transmitters, USB ports in the amount of 4 pieces. One is USB Type-C, two are USB 3.0, and the rest are classic 2.0. There are VGA (D-Sub) and HDMI connectors for connecting an external monitor. Combined output for headphones and microphone (2 in 1). A webcam is also present.
According to experts, this is a good laptop for work and the Internet. It has a 2800 mAh battery. This is sufficient for 5 hours of mixed mode operation. For most tasks, a laptop is ideal. Especially when you consider its cost. Dimensions are small, weighs only 2.23 kg.
Pros:
- 15-inch IPS screen with Full HD;
- capacious HDD;
- sufficient amount of RAM;
- NVIDIA GeForce MX150 video card;
- there is USB 3.1 Type-C;
- powerful Intel Core i5.
Minuses:
- not the highest power of the cooling system.

Best budget laptop HP ProBook 440 G6
- Intel Core i5 on board;
- DDR4 2400 MHz RAM;
- Full HD screen;
- Windows 10 included;
- 13.5 hours of autonomy.
TOP budget laptops are headed by this model from HP. The laptop is equipped with an eighth generation Intel Core i5 processor, 4 GB of DDR4 RAM, clocked at 2400 MHz. It is possible to expand the RAM up to 32 GB in dual channel mode. In terms of quality and performance, this is truly the best budget model. The integrated Intel UHD Graphics 620 adapter is used as a video card.
The screen has a diagonal of 14 inches, is based on an IPS matrix and boasts a Full HD resolution (1920 x 1080 pixels). For home use, this is quite enough (Internet, movies, simple games). There are 2 USB ports. One of them is USB 3.1 Type-C. HDMI can be used to connect an external monitor. Headphones and a microphone are only suitable combined, since there is one connector. A webcam with microphone is also available.
A fingerprint scanner is provided for added protection. But it works every other time. The built-in battery ensures continuous operation of the laptop for 13.5 hours. Of course, we are talking about work without load. This is one of the best results to date. The laptop has a professional version of Windows 10. But the system can be changed if it does not suit you.
Pros:
- Intel Core i5 of the eighth generation;
- RAM DDR4 2400 MHz;
- IPS screen with Full HD resolution;
- there is USB Type-C;
- autonomy of 13.5 hours;
- comfortable keyboard;
- Windows 10 Pro.
Minuses:
- the fingerprint scanner works every other time;
- strong heating and throttling under load.
You don’t always have to look closely at the price of a product. The main thing is the characteristics. In the case of laptops, you should take care of the processor model and its characteristics, the amount of RAM, the type of storage, the quality of the screen and the form factor of the laptop.
Also, don’t forget about the manufacturer’s reliability rating. This is the only way you can choose the right device that will serve you for many years.