Laptop for school

LBennyjayy on 03/02/2023 - 11:29

I need a laptop/Chromebook for my 12 year old.
My budget is around $600.
Anyone with computer knowledge have any recommendations?
Thanks in advance.

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  • kyogui on 03/02/2023 - 11:58

    Your budget is decent for a Chrome book but a bit on the low side for a Windows laptop, best to contact the school and ask if they have a preference. My daughter's school require devices to be Chromebooks.

    Chrome books have a lightweight OS design that's easy to manage and perfect for students but lack of functions compared to Windows devices.

  • xsolider on 03/02/2023 - 12:14

    $600 is sufficient for a second hand Wndows laptop for school. I've been selling those for years on Trademe. 100% positive feedback. PM me if you're interested.

  • Bennyjayy on 03/02/2023 - 14:39

    Thanks for the advice, I found one on Facebook marketplace and hoping they come down in price a little.

  • Lobster on 04/02/2023 - 19:20

    If you don't mind second hand, below would be far better than new Chrome book, your kids can use it for up to 5~8 years.

    For example this one, 16gb RAM, Screen is a bit small though, but must be quite light.
    https://www.pbtech.co.nz/product/EXNBKHP0820191/HP-EliteBook…

    This one has got 7gen CPU
    https://www.pbtech.co.nz/product/EXNBKHP8404040/HP-EliteBook…

    Below is a quite good one with 8gen CPU but around $700, ThinkPad
    https://www.pbtech.co.nz/product/EXNBKHP36040/HP-ProBook-X36…

    I have bought 2 off-lease laptops from PB last year and run quite well.

  • desikiwi on 04/02/2023 - 21:15

    I got a 2 nd hand near new Chromebook for my son can't complain , for school

    I think 1600 $ apple Mac Book air is very good for the price for University

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