Looking for University Laptop That Can Handle Basic Work Programs Like Microsoft Programs/Internet Browsers and Mainstream Games

Lmonkeyoutlet on 03/03/2018 - 13:47
Last edited 03/03/2018 - 14:00 by 1 other user

Budget: $500-$650

What I'm looking for in the laptop

  • Needs to run basic progams such as Microsoft programs and internet browsers (8 tabs over) without lag, and also standard games such as LoL, Overwatch, PUBG smoothly at standard settings (nothing like 70-100 FPS and Ultra-High settings needed)

  • Looking for a standard laptop, so I don't exactly need any 2-1 or touchscreen capability (but if these features come with a laptop that fits my needs then it's also fine)

  • Greatly prefer a keyboard with good tactile feedback and isn't overly soft like that of the Macbook

  • Battery life should be at least 6-7 hours

  • Should be relatively light in weight, for easy handling around campus

  • Screen size around 15 inches give or take, definitely do not want a 17 inch one

*4 GB RAM at the very least

As for the technical laptop specs, I'm not exactly sure what the standards are for laptops these days, so please help me judge that in accordance to the price and my needs listed.

Thanks in advance!

Computing

Comments

  • Godric on 03/03/2018 - 14:55
    +1

    tldr the title

  • mskeggs on 03/03/2018 - 16:26

    The gaming requirement triples the cost - without that there are $400 options.
    You could save hundreds if you were happy gaming on an Xbox.

    • monkeyoutlet on 03/03/2018 - 20:50

      Ok, what are the recommendations disregarding the gaming requirement?

  • FireRunner on 03/03/2018 - 16:33
    +1

    I don't believe there exists a laptop that can meet all the requirements as in is powerful enough for gaming, lightweight and withing your budget.

    • mskeggs on 03/03/2018 - 18:52

      Maybe 2nd hand? But then you will likely compromise battery life. And 15in screens are heavy at the cheap end.

    • monkeyoutlet on 03/03/2018 - 20:51

      Fair enough, I listed the gaming requirement as an unecessary requirement, any recommendations that fit otherwise?

  • kerfuffle on 03/03/2018 - 20:33

    You want more RAM if you plan to open multiple tabs. I upgraded mine from 4GB to 16GB because it couldn't hack 100 open tabs on 4GB

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