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But just because you're spending less doesn't mean you should settle for less. To make sure your laptop won't leave you frustrated and pulling your hair out, there are a few key specs that you shouldn't compromise on—or else you'll probably regret your purchase.
What counts as a budget laptop? In this case, we're aiming for a price around $500 and we're using PCWorld's best budget laptop picks to get a sense of what's possible, what's reasonable, and what's non-negotiable. Just be aware that you'll give up some luxuries (like a dedicated graphics card) at this price point, but you'll end up with a great daily driver laptop for work, school, and everyday activities.
That said, let's dive into the most important specs for a budget laptop and the absolute minimum acceptable for each one.
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