Discover the best student laptops to buy in 2023

The 2023 year has started with a bang, and of course, you have new resolutions and goals to stick to. If your old laptop is slowing down and holding you back, you’ve come to the right place for advice on a new laptop. We’ve put together a review of the best student laptops for 2023.

Before you start, here is some key laptop terminology explained in a practical way to help you with your decision:

• Screen size: This is the size of the laptop screen, measured from the bottom left corner, to the top right corner. 15.6 inches is a standard size, while 13 and 14 inches are more suited for travel purposes. Larger displays are best suited for laptops that won’t be carried around too often.
• Hard Disk Size: The amount of storage space that comes installed with the laptop. 125GB is fairly small, while 256GB and 512GB are standard and normally preferable. 1TB is fairly large and is less common for student laptops. SSD (instead of HDD) means “solid state drive” – these are newer and faster hard drives, which are much preferable over HDD’s. While their price might be more attractive, you should avoid buying new laptops with HDD’s, because you’ll likely pay with reduced performance after 1 year or more as the HDD slows down.
• CPU: This is the piece of hardware that processes information. An Intel i3 or i5 is best suited for students, whereas Intel i7’s are best suited for a professional environment, or for students who need more processing power for coding/gaming.
• RAM: This is called “random access memory”, which allows data to be temporarily stored while used on the laptop. Normally, 8 – 16GB of RAM is preferable for student laptops.
• Operating System: The system your laptop is running – e.g. Windows, MAC, Linux etc. Windows 11 Home is the newest Microsoft operating system best suite to students. We will soon be posting about the best student MacBooks.
• Graphics Card: Some laptops have a dedicated graphics card, which allows you to view more complicated graphics like 3D scenes or CAD drawings. This is generally not needed for students, unless the laptop will be used for gaming. A gaming hardware post will be coming to our page soon.

Happy reviewing!

Lenovo IdeaPad 3 (best pick for student laptops)

First up on our list is the Lenovo IdeaPad 3. Lenovo has been a trustworthy brand for many years and is trusted by students and professionals alike. The main reason for Lenovo’s success in various market sectors is reliability and ease of use. This IdeaPad has a screen size of 15″, and comes with a core i3 processor. The 8GB of RAM is combined with a 256 GB SSD hard drive. You’ll enjoy the crisp platinum grey color!

Acer Aspire 5

Empower your workflow and finish projects quickly with Acer’s Aspire 5. Powered by the latest AMD Ryzen 5000 Series mobile processor with Radeon Graphics, the Aspire 5 delivers plenty of high-speed storage and memory to give you everything you need to create and share on the move! Run your most demanding apps all at once with lightning-fast responsiveness of the AMD processor. The 15.6″ Full HD IPS display with narrow-borders helps you get the most of the screen so you can focus on what’s in front of you.

Acer Chromebook Spin 311 Convertible Laptop

The stylish Chromebook Spin 311 easily transforms into anything you need it to be—thanks to its versatile, 360° Hinge that lets you rotate it to any angle to create a Notebook, stand-up Display, Tent or Tablet. This super-cool functionality allows you to take it anywhere and use it everywhere! The awesome features on this touch Chromebook with HD display include a wide-angle view Webcam—supporting HDR imaging—that enhances face-to-face chats and video conference experiences.

Chromebook runs on Chrome OS – An operating system by Google that is built for the way we live today. It comes with built-in virus protection, updates automatically, boots up in seconds and continues to stay fast over time. (Internet connection is required).

Microsoft 12.4 Multi-Touch Surface Laptop Go

The Sandstone Microsoft 12.4″ Multi-Touch Surface Laptop Go features a portable, lightweight design with a 10th Gen Intel Core processor, Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Bluetooth 5.0, and a USB Type-C port. Powered by a 10th Gen 1.0 GHz Intel Core i5-1035G1 Quad-Core processor and 8GB of LPPDR4x RAM, the Surface Laptop Go can efficiently multitask and quickly access frequently used files and programs. For storing your photos, videos, and files, it’s equipped with a 128GB SSD, which provides you with fast boot times. Its 12.4″ PixelSense display, driven by integrated Intel UHD Graphics, features a 1536 x 1204 resolution and slim bezels for your viewing comfort. It also supports multi-touch so you can utilize touch gestures and commands within Windows 10 Home to enhance its accessibility and efficiency.

Dell 2023 Newest Inspiron 3000

15.6-inch laptop featuring responsive performance in a sleek design with 2-sided narrow borders, optional PCIe SSDs, Express Charge and a choice of Intel Celeron or Intel Pentium processors.

Lenovo 2022 IdeaPad 1i

This Windows notebook is unmatched in efficiency and mobility, powered by ultra-fast Intel 12th Generation processors. The IdeaPad 1i laptop packs responsive performance in a thin and compact 17.9 mm chassis that weighs in at only 3.1 lbs, making multitasking on-the-go a breeze. It’s the perfect computer for anyone who needs a light, efficient laptop that’s ready to travel with them.

The 14″ high-def screen has a generous Active Area Ratio – the amount of screen compared with the size of its borders – so you can maximize your entertainment and make the most of your screentime. Get the most out of your device with Dolby Audio speakers, along with 10 hours of battery life and rapid charge. Plus, you can lock down your device with the physical privacy shutter on the 720P camera.