Before you know it, the dog days of summer will be over and the new school year will be right around the corner. One of the bare necessities these days is a computer and it’s never too early to start shopping.
While there are plenty of choices, you can’t help but wonder: “Which one is right for me?” Different courses have different tasks and various workloads. Luckily, we’re here to help with our recommendations for some of the top Windows computers that will make your upcoming school year a breeze.
HP Chromebook 14 14″ HD Notebook Computer
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If you’re not looking to go big, this HP Chromebook should be a great buy. It processes quickly and is straight forward. The screen quality is crystal clear, and you should have no trouble seeing anything on it. If you’re looking for something simple that can browse the web, send emails, and get you to your online classes, this incredibly lightweight notebook should do the job and tuck away nicely into your bag.
Key Features
- Chrome OS
- 32GB eMMC flash memory
- 4GB 1600MHz DDR3L SDRAM
- Dual core processors
- 14” HD Screen (1366 x 768)
Acer Chromebook 11.6” HD Notebook
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Some people may be searching for something around the size of a tablet. That’s where this Chromebook shines. It’s size and quality are great for simple tasks that don’t require a heavy duty laptop. Chromebooks are a perfect solution for middle school and elementary school children for distance learning who just need to do casual browsing and note-taking. It’s very easy to set up and use, boots up fast, and has built-in Google security features. High school and university students will probably need a Windows laptop that can run their software with ease.
Key Features
- All day battery life
- Touchscreen
- 4GB RAM
- Dual core processors
- 6” HD Screen (1366 x 768)
Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 11.6″ HD Touchscreen Notebook
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This notebook won’t break the bank and will get the job done for basic tasks with a smaller RAM size. It has a good responsive touch, it’s small, and runs very well. It’s a handy little device, great for video research, writing, or taking with you to the library since it’s lightweight. The screen is bright and the battery lasts for a full day of work.
Key Features
- Fanless design
- Fingerprint ID for privacy
- Rapid charge battery
- Intel graphics card, Flash memory SSD
- Windows 10 S Operating System
Gigabyte AERO 15 15.6″ 4K UHD OLED Gaming Notebook
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There are plenty of classes where a powerhouse computer is required. The Gigabyte AERO ticks off a ton of those boxes. The 4K OLED screen is gorgeous and bright, so it’s perfect for outdoor use. When doing task-intensive work on video and audio programs, this notebook won’t overheat due to its phenomenal cooling abilities. You’ll find it to be quite zippy as well, allowing for you to multitask without worrying if the system will bog down or not.
Key Features
- NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU
- 10th gen Intel Core i7, 16GB Ram
- 512gb PCIe SSD
- Multiple connection ports
- 6″ 4K/UHD AMOLED Display (3840×2160)
MSI Creator 15 A10SGS-040 15.6″ 4K Ultra HD VR-Ready Gaming Notebook Computer
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The MSI Creator was designed for professional graphic artists, animators, game developers, and other digital creators alike. It is one of the best, high performance laptop PCs one can find. Create your content and render in real time. Video editors and audio engineers will also love this machine. Best of all, it’s powerful enough to play the most demanding of PC games.
Key Features
- Lat est 10th Gen. Core i7 Processor (8-Core)
- Windows 10 Pro
- 32GB RAM, 2TB SSD
- Latest NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER Max-Q
- New Cooler Boost Trinity+ with 0.1mm thin blades
- Duo Wave Speaker Design
MSI WF65 10TJ-443 15.6″ Full HD Mobile Workstation
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Architects and CAD designers rejoice because we have you covered here, too. This ultrathin, light, and portable workstation is certified and compatible with all 3D space render programs. While it’s small, it’s components let it quickly boot and load applications to speed up your workflow as well as improve graphical performance in GPU-reliant tasks. Its connectivity options include USB Type-A and C, HDMI, Gigabit LAN, Wi-Fi 6, and Bluetooth 5.1.
Key Features
- Intel Core i7 Processor
- Windows 10 Pro
- 16gb RAM, 1TB SSD
- Intel Wi-Fi 6
- nVIDIA Quadro T2000 Graphics Card
- 6″ FHD Resolution (1920×1080)
MSI Summit B14 A11M-077 14″ Full HD Notebook
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The SUMMIT B is built for high mobility with a sleek, lightweight aluminum chassis. Designed for on-the-go, work anywhere at anytime with long-lasting battery and fast-charge technology. Paired with Thunderbolt 4 port, the SUMMIT B can transfer data at up to 40 Gbps with USB 4.0 type-C and connect to multiple displays. This is incredibly handy for anyone taking coding courses that wants to hook up dual monitors when doing Python or HTML work. Run multiple websites and software programs all at once with no hesitation.
Key Features
- Intel Core i5 2.4ghz Processor
- Windows 10 Pro
- 8gb RAM, 512gb SSD
- Intel Wi-Fi 6
- Intel Graphics Card
MSI Summit B15 A11M-058 15.6″ Full HD Notebook
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This notebook has a slightly bigger screen than the Summit B14 for even more tasks and real estate. It’s designed for the business degree elites that want productivity, security, reliability and style. You can turn your tablet into a second display with MSI exclusive “Duet Display” support, and be twice as productive when you’re at home. You can also store your data & password by encryption keys for extra security.
Key Features
- Intel Core i5 4.2ghz Processor
- Windows 10 Pro
- 8gb RAM, 512gb SSD
- Intel Wi-Fi 6
- Intel Graphics Card
MSI Prestige 14 EVO A11M-289 14″ Full HD Notebook
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The Prestige Series of laptops is all about their design and efficiency. They are built well and are extremely powerful and thin. Not only will your in-class style get a boost, but so should your productivity with the Prestige 14’s performance, responsiveness, and battery life. It’s quick to charge and should last all day long to get you through your class needs. It’s a well-rounded productivity laptop that isn’t loud or flashy, but understands some of the more nuanced needs of a student who can’t find a seat near an outlet.
Key Features
- Intel Core i7 1.2 – 4.8ghz Processor
- Windows 10 Pro
- 16gb RAM, 512gb NVMe SSD
- Intel Iris Xe Graphics
- Intel Graphics Card
MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo A11MT-023 13.4″ Full HD+
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The biggest rave from fans of the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo is the absolutely insane battery life. It has incredible responsiveness and seamlessly transitions from MSI pen to finger to keyboard. There’s enough onboard processing and RAM that it easily chews through CAD files and apps that are best served with using the pencil. The touchscreen is a great addition for those who prefer it over a mouse click. The laptop itself is small and lightweight and perfect for students that want to take notes or design things graphically.
Key Features
- Intel Core i7 2.4ghz Processor
- Windows 10 Home
- 16gb RAM, 512gb NVMe SSD
- 1920×1200 Resolution
- Intel Graphics Card
- Support MSI Pen
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