Tech keeps getting more expensive. Thats why these 4 cheap laptops are so special.
The article discusses the increasing difficulty of finding affordable laptops in 2026 due to a global RAM shortage caused by the AI industry's growth. It highlights the Apple MacBook Neo as a standout budget option, offering excellent performance and build quality at a starting price of $599. Other recommended laptops include the Acer Aspire 16 AI and the Acer Chromebook Plus 516, catering to various budget ranges.
- ▪Budget laptops are becoming harder to find due to a global RAM shortage.
- ▪The Apple MacBook Neo is praised for its performance and build quality at a competitive price.
- ▪Other recommended laptops include the Acer Aspire 16 AI and the Acer Chromebook Plus 516.
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Home > Tech > Laptops > Budget Laptops Tech keeps getting more expensive. That's why these 4 cheap laptops are so special. Apple's new MacBook Neo leads the pack. By Haley Henschel Haley Henschel Senior Shopping Reporter Haley Henschel is a Chicago-based Senior Shopping Reporter at Mashable who reviews and finds deals on popular tech, from laptops to gaming consoles and VPNs. She has years of experience covering shopping holidays and can tell you what’s actually worth buying on Black Friday and Amazon Prime Day. Her work has also explored the driving forces behind digital trends within the shopping sphere, from dupes to 12-foot skeletons.
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