Choosing a laptop for university: what really matters

A good student laptop should last your whole degree. Here's where to spend and where to save.

Spend on

• 16 GB RAM for smooth multitasking and coding
• 512 GB SSD so it stays fast
• Battery life of 8+ hours for long days on campus

Save on

• Ultra-high-resolution screens
• Dedicated graphics, unless you study design or engineering

Our picks

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