Most people do not need to run graphically intensive software, or intend to play high-end games on their laptops. Professionals who need a laptop to run software such as Microsoft Office, Adobe CS7, Android Studio or browse internet, carry out video conference calls, need not spend more than $500 on a laptop. We believe 15.6-inch laptops are best suited for professionals who use, or intend to use laptop frequently for longer periods. Besides, latest 15.6-inches laptops are portable too. They are thinner and lighter. All the laptops listed here are recently released. They are carefully selected so you can have the best features, top hardware-software configuration, and best value for your money. If you are unsure about the kind of laptop you need, read our post on How to buy a laptop perfect for your needs Here are the best laptops under $500:
Dell Inspiron 5000
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Features
Touchscreen: YES
Operating system: Windows 10 Home
Display: 15.6 in Full HD IPS TrueLife, multi-touch
Screen Resolution: 1920 x 1080
Processor: Intel Core i5-8250U
Ports: 2 x USB 3.0, 1 x USB 2.0
Video: Intel 620
Optical Drive: DVD+/-RW
Backlit keyboard: YES
Wireless connectivity: 802.11ac and Bluetooth 4.2
Built-in HD webcam with microphone: YES
Battery: 3-cell lithium-ion
Bluetooth: YES
Dimensions(inches): 14.96″ x 10.15″ x 0.89″
Weight(pounds): 4.85 pounds
Item Weight 4.85 pounds |
ASUS VivoBook F510UA
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Features
Screen Size 15.6 inches
Resolution 1920×1080 pixels
Processor 1.6 GHz Intel Core i5
RAM 8 GB DDR4
Hard Drive 1TB
Graphics Intel 620
Wireless Type 802.11.ac
Number of USB 2.0 Ports 2
Number of USB 3.0 Ports 1
Average Battery Life 5 hours
Item model number F510UA-AH51
OS Windows 10 Home
Item Weight 3.7 pounds |
Acer Aspire E 15
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Features
Screen Size 15.6 inches
Resolution 1920 x 1080
Processor 2.2 GHz Intel Core i3
RAM 6 GB
Hard Drive 1 TB
Graphics Intel 620
Number of USB 2.0 Ports 1
Number of USB 3.0 Ports 3
Average Battery Life 13.5 hours
Item model number E5-576-392H
OS Windows 10
Item Weight 5.27 pounds |
HP 2UE58UA
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Features
Screen Size 15.6 inches
Resolution 1366×768
Processor 2.3 GHz Intel Core i3
RAM 8 GB SDRAM DDR4
Hard Drive 1 TB
Graphics Intel 620
Wireless Type 802.11bgn
Number of USB 2.0 Ports 2
Average Battery Life (in hours) 6 hours
Item model number 2UE58UA
Hardware Platform PC
Operating System Windows 10
Item Weight 4.85 pounds |
Lenovo Ideapad 330
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Features
Screen Size 17.3 inches
Resolution 1600×900
Processor 1.6 GHz Intel Core i5
RAM 8 GB
Hard Drive 1 TB
Graphics Intel 620
Wireless Type 802.11.ac
Other Technical Details
Brand Name Lenovo Series Ideapad 330
Hardware Platform PC
Operating System Windows 10
Item Weight 6.61 pounds |
