Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 – Intel Celeron N4020, 4GB, 256GB SSD, 14", Windows 11 + MS Office

Why we recommend it

The one Windows laptop in this budget from a top brand. It comes with Windows 11, MS Office 2021 and a 256GB SSD, weighs about 1.5kg and is rated for up to 10 hours of battery. The Celeron processor is basic – fine for Office, browsing and online classes, but not for heavy multitasking.

Good for: MS Office work, students who need Windows, basic home use.