Best laptops for kids 2021: the top laptops for kids in elementary school and beyond

Date:
Wed, 23 Jun 2021 12:30:43 +0000

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Find the best laptops for children of all ages, from their first to their
last day of school and everything in between.

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Take a look at the best laptops for kids. With school starting back up in a few weeks, nows a great time to consider your options and even hit that buy button. Remote classes may no longer be an option in the coming school year, but that doesnt mean that the youngest members of your family wont need a portable for school projects, homework, and their classes.

Dont just go for the cheapest you can find, however. Its easy to pick out the cheapest laptop and hope it will get the job done, but theres more to
choosing the best laptops for kids beyond looking at the price tag. In fact, it shouldnt be the only factor. The best laptops under $500 include some
great options, naturally. However, you want to make sure your kids laptop is also powerful enough for school assignments, in addition to being robust enough to withstand a fall or two. And, battery life will matter as well, particularly once kids start going back to school.

It doesnt matter if youre searching for a 2-in-1 hybrid laptop , an
affordable tablet , or the best Chromebook , one of the best laptops for kids here will fit your childrens needs. You can also take a look at our best student laptops guide for more options, or if youre willing to spend a little more, consider the best laptops of 2021 or the best gaming laptops if you
have gamers in the family.

To complete your kids remote learning setup, check out the best desks for
kids . These are the best Dell laptops of 2021 These are the best laptops for writers We've got the best MacBook and Macs as well Google Pixelbook Go ticks off all the requirements of the best laptop for kids and then some. (Image credit: Google) 1. Google Pixelbook Go

The best mainstream Chromebook CPU: Intel Core m3 i7 | Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 615 | RAM: 8GB 16GB | Screen: 13.3-inch Full HD 13.3-inch 4K Ultra HD Molecular Display | Storage: 64GB 256GB Amazing Hush keyboard Rare 1080p webcam No biometric login

The best laptop for kids must be secure, simple to use and can outlast them past naptime. Google Pixelbook Go ticks off all those requirements and then some, with its astounding battery life and Chrome OS environment. Google rounds those out with an incredible keyboard and a 1080p webcam. This is the Google Pixelbook of your dreams, minus that steep price tag. And, while the kids might enjoy watching their favorite cartoons and playing casual games on that sharp display, youll also love using this for that occasional work email you have to squeeze in between spending time with them.

Read the full review: Google Pixelbook Go (Image credit: Microsoft) 2. Microsoft Surface Go 2

Premium design, more affordable price CPU: 8th Gen Intel Core m3 Intel Pentium Gold Processor 4425Y | Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 615 | RAM: 4GB 8GB | Storage: 64GB eMMC 128GB SSD Premium design Affordable Can run full Windows 10 No Touch Cover or stylus included Base model's specs are weak

The Surface Go line proves popular with the more budget-conscious crowd, and its follow up, Surface Go 2, continues that tradition with its reasonable price and premium design. It also runs the full Windows 10 operating system, so its even more capable than other tablets out there as far as what applications you can use on it. Finally, it offers a slight bump in performance over its predecessor, giving users a sensible reason to upgrade
if theyve got the money. All those features combined with its portability
make the Microsoft Surface Go 2 one of the best laptops for kids.

Read the full review: Microsoft Surface Go 2 (Image credit: Lenovo) 3.
Lenovo IdeaPad Duet Chromebook

Everything that netbooks should have been CPU: MediaTek Helio P60T Processor
| Graphics: ARM G72 MP3 800GHz | RAM: 4GB LPDDR4X | Screen: 10.1" FHD (1920 x 1200) IPS, glossy, touchscreen, 400 nits | Storage: 64GB eMMC Lightweight and portable Long battery life Very affordable Tiny keyboard and finicky trackpad Charger and headphones share a single port

Is it a Chromebook or is it a tablet? Well, luckily, you wont have to decide. True to its name, this Lenovo Chromebook delivers two form factors in one, while utilizing the versatility of the Chrome OS and setting you back much less than many of the top Windows tablets out there. Of course, true to its Chromebook nature, its battery packs an incredibly long life of almost 22 hours you could pull an all-nighter, use it through the day and mid-afternoon, and youll still pass out before it runs out of juice. For this price, sacrifices have to be made, naturally the keyboard is tiny, the trackpad isnt as reliable, and the charger and headphones share one port. However, if budget is your top priority, this is definitely among the best laptops for kids in 2021.

Read the full review: Lenovo IdeaPad Duet Chromebook (Image credit: Acer) 4. Acer Chromebook Spin 311

Study hard, play hard CPU: Intel Celeron N4000 | Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 600 | RAM: 4GB | Screen: 11.6" HD (1366 x 768) 16:9 IPS touchscreen |
Storage: 64GB Flash Memory More capable AMD APU Fabulous flip design Dim screen Average battery

The Acer Chromebook Spin 311 opts for an AMD APU, which utilises the well-known Radeon graphics technology for better 3D capabilities - if you
have time out of your studies to game! The dual-core AMD processor does offer Celeron beating abilities, by a little at least and so Chrome is going to remain more responsive. More importantly, the Acer Spin 311 feels well made. Its highly portable and, though the screen disappoints a little by being a touch dull, perfectly usable. At just over eight hours the battery isnt that strong for a Chromebook, but balancing that against the great price this is a strong choice.

Read the full review: Acer Chromebook Spin 311 (Image credit: HP) 5. HP Chromebook 14

Striking optimal balance between value and design CPU: Intel Celeron N2840 N2940 | Graphics: Intel HD Graphics | RAM: 2GB 4GB | Screen: 14-inch, HD (1,366 x 768) BrightView | Storage: 16GB 32GB eMMC Excellent keyboard, trackpad Crisp, vivid screen Slower than some rivals Average battery life

The HP Chromebook 14 balances a bargain price and efficient use of Chrome OS. Complemented by a bright blue finish and a screen made to astound, the HP Chromebook 14 offers the best value of any Chromebook out there. Even if the battery life and performance are average, its easily one of the best Chromebooks for kids to date. Youll be particularly impressed with how slim and light this Chromebook is. And, unlike some other Chromebooks, the HP Chromebook 14 comes with plenty of ports, including HDMI-out, USB 3.0 and a microSD card slot, making this a brilliantly versatile Chromebook for the price.

Read the full review: HP Chromebook 14 The MacBook Air is still among the best laptop for kids who love the macOS environment. (Image credit: Apple) 6. MacBook Air (M1, 2020)

The best Apple laptop CPU: Apple M1 chip with 8core CPU | Graphics:
Integrated 7-core 8-core GPU | RAM: 8GB 16GB unified memory | Screen: 13.3-inch 2560 x 1600 Retina display | Storage: 256GB 2TB SSD macOS Big Sur is fast and responsive Battery life is great Silent in use Fanless design could impact performance

Apple topped last year off with a bang, rolling out their much-talked-about
M1 silicon chip thats so far been a real game-changer. And, the first laptop to receive it is the companys thinnest and lightest, putting it on the list
of the most exciting Apple laptops of recent years. With this new chip, the MacBook Air is better than ever, touting excellent performance alongside its brilliant battery life without raising the price to keep it (fairly) affordable still. This is the best MacBook for pretty much everyone, but especially kids and students.

Read the full review: MacBook Air (M1, 2020) Want more choices? Check out
our list of the best laptops Got kids? Take a look at our guide to the best free parental control software Shop all the best laptop deals and sales available now (Image credit: Lenovo) 7. HP Pavilion 15

The quintessential learning laptop lives on CPU: up to 11th-generation Intel Core i7 | Graphics: up to Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650 | RAM: 8GB 16GB | Screen: 15.6" diagonal, HD (1366 x 768), micro-edge BrightView 250 nits 15.6" diagonal, FHD (1920 x 1080) touch IPS micro-edge BrightView 250 nits | Storage: up to 1 TB PCIe NVMe M.2 SSD A few affordable configurations Plenty capable Design is nothing special

The HP Pavilion 15 might not stand out from the crowd in terms of features
and design, especially next to the likes of the Spectre x360 line. However, its among the best laptops for kids, touting impressive specs youd expect
from mid-range laptops as well as features like speakers from B&O, HP Fast Charge, and the option of a touchscreen display. It also keeps things affordable, at least in the low to mid-range configurations, making it even more appealing to parents. (Image credit: Dell) 8. Dell G5 15 SE (2020)

A fantastic value gaming laptop CPU: : : : AMD Ryzen 5 4600H 7 4800H | Graphics: AMD Radeon RX 5600M | RAM: 8GB 16GB | Screen: 15.6-inch FHD (1920
x 1080) Anti-Glare LED Backlight Non-Touch Narrow Border WVA Display 15.6 inch FHD(1920x1080) 300nits WVA Anti-Glare LED Backlit Display(non-touch), 144Hz refresh rate | Storage: 256GB 1TB SSD Excellent CPU performance Very affordable for a gaming laptop Quick and vibrant display Gets pretty hot
under strain Plastic build feels flimsy

Though Dell has its premium lines, its also been very good at building excellent budget machines. The Dell G5 15 SE (2020) is a very good example of that, touting impressive AMD specs, especially in the CPU department, to keep cost down without compromising performance. Heres an affordable gaming laptop that delivers staggering performance for the price, with a stunning display
to boot. Of course, being a budget laptop, its great for young users who want a portable they can use for both studying and gaming.

Read the full review: Dell G5 15 SE (2020)

With the best laptops for kids, they can sometimes be subjected to a bit more accidental damage, so it's always a good idea to get them insured. If you're in the UK, then you can shop around and compare contents insurance to keep your gadgets, including laptops, protected.



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