Best Laptops For College Students (2026): MacBooks and Beyond

Luke LarsenGearJun 10, 2026 7:00 AMThe Best Laptops for College StudentsLaptops for college should be portable, offer long battery life, and remain reasonably affordable. Based on testing hundreds of laptops, these are my top picks.Courtesy of AppleCommentLoaderSave StorySave this storyCommentLoaderSave StorySave this storyCollege laptops don't have to be embarrassing. Nor do they have to be overly expensive. There are a lot of great laptops for college students that combine long battery life, easy portability, and the performance needed for everyday coursework in a great design.I've been reviewing laptops for over a decade and have tested hundreds over the years, and if someone asked me what to buy, these are the options I'd suggest.Be sure to check out our other computing guides,…

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