Student/Programming Laptop $300-$500

[Darkspire]

I am in the market for a student laptop, as I already have a gaming desktop, but need something more portable.

I am not looking for a powerhouse, just something that can handle word processing, chrome etc. I also need to be able to run some basic coding programs.

I would prefer a Windows device, but I know Windows can be taxing on a laptop in this price range, so I am open to alternatives like a Chromebook.

The two biggest factors are portability (size, weight etc.) and battery life, as long as they meet the threshold of running the programs listed above. Also, I don't know if it's possible in my price range, but an ssd would be nice. The cheaper the better

Any Suggestions?

 

[GeRgY]

Hello mate!

Will you try one of these ? -> http/www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2426263,00.asp
They are good enough and ofc you will need portable device. This is my advice for you.

 

[Sylvvester]

If you need something really portable and cheap then check: http/www.notebookcheck.net/Acer-Aspire-ES1-131-Notebook-Review.146308.0.html

The problem with this one is that you can't upgrade it to ssd, so with windows installed you have little space left. If 10GB is not enough for you then you can get rid of windows and install linux or you can look for version with 500GB hdd that can be upgraded to ssd (If there are none of ES1-131 then look for ES1-111)..

 

[Darkspire]

Thanks, but I am not a big fan of the surface's design.

 

[Darkspire]

That looks like a really good option, but I defiantly need more than 10gb of storage, and I could find another with similar specs and 500gb hhd.

 

[velo3100]

Have a look at the acer e series. Or alternatively a barebone laptop if you can find one in this price range.

 

[Darkspire]

What is a barebone laptop?

 

[Darkspire]

Do you guys think this will be ok for browser based apps + basic coding (I am still learning)?
http/www.amazon.com/Acer-Aspire-ES1-512-C88M-15-6-Inch-Diamond/dp/B00MNOPS1W

 

[velo3100]

For simple programs yes. A barebone laptop is like clevo. They allow you to customise their laptop's internals but usually have no brand on the laptop.