What kind of laptop should I buy. I am actually asking myself this same question as my laptop needs to be replaced. I am happy with my current laptop but I will take you through the hottest laptops on the market that have a focus for online business.
Best Laptops for Home Business in 2019
Let’s jump right in and look at the laptops that are hitting the tops of most list for at home business for 2019, in no particular order.
DISCLAIMER: I have not personally worked with all these laptops and I am not a computer tech guy. I am a civil engineer who has worked with many types of computers and have done research to determine which laptops are hitting many of the top 10 picks of 2019.
- Lenovo ThinkPad
- Apple Macbook Pro
- Dell XPS 15″ 7590
- Microsoft Surface Book 2
- HP Spectre x360
- Asus Chromebook Flip
- Microsoft Surface Pro 7
- Dell Latitude 7480
- Lenovo Yoga C930
- HP Elite x360 G2
- Dell Inspiron 7000 15″
- Dell Precision 5530
- Samsung Chromebook Plus
Some research for this list came from PCmag.com, CNET, Techradar.com, PCWorld.com, Pastemagazine.com, inc.com, thewirecutter.com, plus some of my own experience with laptops I have used over the last 8 years.
Here’s a Quick Summary of Each Laptop
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon 7th Gen 14" Ultrabook - 1920 X 1080 - Core i7 i7-8565U - 16 GB RAM - 512 GB SSD - Windows 10 Pro 64-bit - Intel UHD Graphics 620 - in-Plane Switch
- Processor Manufacturer: Intel
- Processor Type: Core i7
- Processor generation: 8th Gen
- Processor model: i7-8565u
- Processor speed: 1.80 GHz
Apple 2019 MacBook Pro (16-inch, 16GB RAM, 1TB Storage, 2.3GHz Intel Core i9) - Space Gray
- Ninth-generation 8-Core Intel Core i9 Processor
- Stunning 16-inch Retina Display with True Tone technology
- Touch Bar and Touch ID
- AMD Radeon Pro 5500M Graphics with GDDR6 memory
- Ultrafast SSD
- Intel UHD Graphics 630
Dell XPS 15 laptop 15.6", 4K UHD InfinityEdge Touch, 9th Gen Intel Core i7-9750H, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 4GB GDDR5, 1TB SSD storage, 16GB RAM, XPS7590-7565SLV-PUS
- 15.6" 4K UHD (3840 x 2160) InfinityEdge anti-reflective touch IPS 100% a do be RGB 500-nits display
- 9th Generation Intel Core i7-9750h (12MB Cache, up to 4. 5 GHz, 6 Cores)
- 16GB DDR4-2666MHz, 2x8G
- 1TB PCIe SSD
- Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650 4GB GDDR5
- 6-Cell 97Whr integrated
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Microsoft Surface Book 2 15" (Intel Core i7, 16GB RAM, 512 GB), Silver
- Microsoft Surface Book 2 Features a 8th generation Intel Quad Core i7 Processor, 512 GB of storage, 16 GB RAM, and up to 17 hours of video playback
- Enhanced Graphics performance with NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 discrete GPU w/6GB GDDR5 Graphics Memory
- The fastest Surface Book yet, with 4x more power
- Vibrant PixelSense Display: now available with a new 15" touchscreen. Weight : Starting at 4.2 pounds including keyboard
- Four versatile modes of use and new USB-C port
2019 HP Spectre x360 Laptop Computer: 10th Gen Intel Quad-Core i7 10510U up to 4.9GHz 16GB DDR4 RAM 512GB PCIe SSD + 32GB Optane 15.6" 4K Ultra HD Touchscreen 2-in-1 GeForce MX250 2GB Windows 10
- ▶10th Gen Intel Core i7-10510U (1.8 GHz base frequency, up to 4.9 GHz base with Intel Turbo Boost Technology, 8 MB cache, 4 cores)
- ▶15.6" diagonal 4K (3840 x 2160) IPS micro-edge WLED-backlit multitouch-enabled edge-to-edge glass with Corning Gorilla Glass NBT, 340 nits, 72% NTSC Display; NVIDIA GeForce MX250 with 2GB dedicated graphics memory
- ▶ 16GB DDR4-2666 SDRAM Memory for full-power multitasking; 512GB PCIe NVMe M.2 SSD + 32GB Intel Optane Save files fast and store more data. With massive amounts of storage and advanced communication power, PCI-e SSDs are great for major gaming applications, multiple servers, daily backups, and more.
- ▶ 360° flip-and-fold design; Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 (2x2) and Bluetooth 5 Combo; 2 USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C with Thunderbolt 3 (40 Gb/s signaling rate, Power Delivery 3.0, DisplayPort 1.4, HP Sleep and Charge); 1 USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-A (HP Sleep and Charge); 1 AC smart pin; 1 HDMI 2.0b; 1 headphone/microphone combo
- ▶ Windows 10 Home 64-Bit, Dark Ash Silver, Sandblasted Anodized Finish
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ASUS Chromebook Flip C434 2-In-1 Laptop, 14" Full HD Touchscreen 4-Way NanoEdge, Intel Core M3-8100Y Processor, 4GB RAM, 64GB eMMC Storage, All-Metal Body, Backlit KB, Chrome OS- C434TA-DSM4T, Silver
- 14 inch Touchscreen FHD 1920x1080 4-way NanoEdge display featuring ultra-narrow bezels (5mm thin) around each side of the display that allows for a 14 inch screen to fit in the body of a 13inch laptop footprint.
- The FHD display has a durable 360 degree hinge that can be used to flip the touchscreen display to tent, stand, and tablet mode.
- Powered by the Intel Core m3-8100Y Processor (up to 3.4 GHz) for super-fast and snappy performance. If you use a ton of tabs or run lots of apps, this has the power to get it all done with ease.
- 4GB DDR3 RAM; 64GB eMMC storage and 2x USB Type-C (Gen 1) and 1s Type-A (Gen 1) ports plus a super bright backlit keyboard.
- The lightweight (3lbs) all-aluminum metal body makes the C434 both durable and beautiful for a timeless look that will never go out of style.
Microsoft Surface Pro 7 – 12.3" Touch-Screen - Intel Core i7 - 16GB Memory - 256GB SSD – Matte Black
- Next-gen, best-in-class laptop with the versatility of a studio and tablet, so you can type, touch, draw, write, work, and play more naturally
- Faster than Surface Pro 6, with a 10th Gen Intel Core Processor – redefining what’s possible in a thin and light computer.
- More ways to connect, with both USB-C and USB-A ports for connecting to displays, docking stations and more, as well as accessory charging
- Standout design that won’t weigh you down — ultra-slim and light Surface Pro 7 starts at just 1.70 pounds
- All-day battery life up to 10.5 hours, plus the ability to go from empty to full faster — about 80% in just over an hour
- Free Upgrade to Windows 11 when available (see below).
Dell Latitude 7480 14” Business Laptop - TFJ45 (14” FHD Display, i7-7600U 2.80GHz, 16GB DDR4, 256GB SSD, Windows 10 Pro 64)
- 14-inch Full HD Anti-Glare (1920x1080) 720p HD Webcam with Microphone
- 60Whr 4-Cell Battery up to 13 Hours with Express Charge, Windows 10 Pro 64-bit
- Intel 7th Gen Core i7-7600U (4MB Cache, 2.80GHz up to 3.80GHz Turbo Boost)
- Intel 8265 Dual-Band AC Wireless, Bluetooth 4.2, WiGig, USB-Type-C Display Port
- Intel HD Graphics 620, 16GB-2133MHz DDR4 Memory, 256GB M.2 Solid State Drive
HP EliteBook x360 1030 G2 13.3" Touchscreen LCD 2 in 1 Notebook - Intel Core i7 (7th Gen) i7-7600U Dual-core (2 Core) 2.80 GHz
- Iconic design
- Take it for a spin
- Superb protection
- Max Memory: 16 GB
Dell Precision 5530 1920 X 1080 15.6" LCD Mobile Workstation with Intel Core i7-8850H Hexa-core 2.6 GHz, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD
- Country Of Origin: China
- Package Dimensions :8.89 Cm L X 33.274 Cm W X 49.022 Cm H
- Product Type:Notebook Computer
- Item Package Weight:3.289 Kilograms
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SAMSUNG XE520QAB-K02US Chromebook Plus V2, 2-in-1, Intel Core m3, 4GB RAM, 64GB eMMC, 13MP Camera, Chrome OS, 12.2", 16:10 Aspect Ratio, Light Titan
- Plus Chromebooks offer fast performance, smooth video calls and ample storage
- LIGHTWEIGHT 2-in-1 DESIGN At just under 3 pounds, the Chromebook Plus is lightweight. Easily fold it into tablet mode for comfortable viewing and browsing
- POWER AND PERFORMANCE Tackle anything with a long-lasting battery and Intel Core m3 processor. Store more with 64GB of built-in memory and add more with a microSD card
- BUILT-IN PEN Experience the power of the precise built-in pen that never needs charging. It's always ready to write, sketch, edit, magnify and even take screenshots
- TWO CAMERAS Fold your laptop into tablet mode to capture clear shots or zoom in with the 13MP world-facing camera with autofocus. Or video chat with the front camera
- CHROME OS AND GOOGLE PLAY STORE Navigate intuitively with the keyboard and touchpad. Easily download your favorite apps, movies and games from Google Play.Bluetooth:v4.0.Power:39 Wh
Any laptop you can imagine for your business success can be found in one of these laptops I have listed above. You may be a student and your focus is primarily on school. You may have a corporate business career and need power and mobility. You may be starting your first online business and need to save money.
There is a real solution to your needs here.
Feel free to ask questions below in the Comment Section or send me an Email and I will respond to you quickly.
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SaleBestseller No. 1 
Acer Aspire 3 A315-24P-R7VH Slim Laptop | 15.6" Full HD IPS Display | AMD Ryzen 3 7320U Quad-Core Processor | AMD Radeon Graphics | 8GB LPDDR5 | 128GB NVMe SSD | Wi-Fi 6 | Windows 11 Home in S Mode
- Purposeful Design: Travel with ease and look great doing it with the Aspire's 3 thin, light design.
- Ready-to-Go Performance: The Aspire 3 is ready-to-go with the latest AMD Ryzen 3 7320U Processor with Radeon Graphics—ideal for the entire family, with performance and productivity at the core.
- Visibly Stunning: Experience sharp details and crisp colors on the 15.6" Full HD IPS display with 16:9 aspect ratio and narrow bezels.
- Internal Specifications: 8GB LPDDR5 Onboard Memory; 128GB NVMe solid-state drive storage to store your files and media
- The HD front-facing camera uses Acer’s TNR (Temporal Noise Reduction) technology for high-quality imagery in low-light conditions. Acer PurifiedVoice technology with AI Noise Reduction filters out any extra sound for clear communication over online meetings.
- Wireless Wi-Fi 6 Convenience: Maintain a strong, consistent wireless signal with Wi-Fi 6 (aka 802.11ax) and 2x2 MU-MIMO technology.
$321.99 −$22.00 
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Lenovo IdeaPad 1 Student Laptop, Intel Dual Core Processor, 12GB RAM, 512GB SSD + 128GB eMMC, 15.6" FHD Display, 1 Year Office 365, Windows 11 Home, Wi-Fi 6, Webcam, Bluetooth, SD Card Reader, Grey
- 【High Speed RAM And Enormous Space】12GB high-bandwidth RAM to smoothly run multiple applications and browser tabs all at once; 512GB PCIe NVMe M.2 Solid State Drive + 128GB eMMC allows to fast bootup and data transfer
- 【Processor】Celeron N4500 (Cores:2 Threads:2; Clockspeed:1.1 GHz Turbo Speed: 2.8GHz; Cache Size: L1: 4096 KB, L2: 12.0 MB, L3: 4 MB)
- 【Display】15.6" FHD (1920x1080), 250nits, IPS-Level, Anti-glare
- 【Tech Specs】 1 x Card reader; 1 x HDMI 1.4b; 1 x USB 2.0; 1 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (support data transfer only); 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1; 1 x Headphone / microphone combo jack (3.5mm);
- 【Operating System】Windows 11 Home - Beautiful, more consistent new design, Great window layout options, Better multi-monitor functionality, Improved performance features, New videogame selection and capabilities, Compatible with Android Apps
Bestseller No. 3 
HP Newest 14" Ultral Light Laptop for Students and Business, Intel Quad-Core N4120, 8GB RAM, 192GB Storage(64GB eMMC+128GB Micro SD), 1 Year Office 365, Webcam, HDMI, WiFi, USB-A&C, Win 11 S
- 【14" HD Display】14.0-inch diagonal, HD (1366 x 768), micro-edge, BrightView. With virtually no bezel encircling the display, an ultra-wide viewing experience provides for seamless multi-monitor set-ups
- 【Processor & Graphics】Intel Celeron N4120, 4 Cores & 4 Threads, 1.10 GHz Base Frequency, Up to 2.60 GHz Burst Frequency, 4 MB Cahce, Intel UHD Graphics 600, Handle multitasking reliably with the perfect combination of performance, power consumption, and value
- 【RAM & Storage】8GB high-bandwidth DDR4 Memory (2400 MHz), Adequate high-bandwidth RAM to smoothly run multiple applications and browser tabs all at once. 64GB high-speed eMMC Storage for your office and webinar needs
- 【Ports】1 x USB 3.1 Type-C ports, 2 x USB 3.1 Type-A ports, 1 x HDMI, 1 x Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack, and there's a microSD slot
- 【Windows 11 Home in S mode】You may switch to regular windows 11: Press "Start button" bottom left of the screen; Select "Settings" icon above "power" icon;Select "Activation", then Go to Store; Select Get option under "Switch out of S mode"; Hit Install. (If you also see an "Upgrade your edition of Windows" section, be careful not to click the "Go to the Store" link that appears there.)
Bestseller No. 4 
HP 15.6" Portable Laptop (Include 1 Year Microsoft 365), HD Display, Intel Quad-Core N200 Processor, 16GB RAM, 128GB Storage, Wi-Fi 5, Webcam, HDMI, Numeric Keypad, Windows 11 Home, Red
- 【High Speed RAM And Enormous Space】16GB high-bandwidth RAM to smoothly run multiple applications and browser tabs all at once; 128GB UFS SSD allows to fast bootup and data transfer
- 【Processor】Intel N200 Processor (4 Cores, 4 Threads, 6MB Intel Smart Cache, up to 3.7GHz Turbo)
- 【Display】15.6" diagonal, HD (1366 * 768) Screen
- 【Tech Specs】2 x USB 3.0 Type-A, 1 x USB Type-C, 1 x HDMI, 1 x headphone/microphone combo, Numeric Keyboard, Webcam, Wi-Fi 5 and Bluetooth
- 【Operating System】Windows 11 Home - Beautiful, more consistent new design, Great window layout options, Better multi-monitor functionality, Improved performance features, New videogame selection and capabilities, Compatible with Android Apps
Bestseller No. 5 
Lenovo Everyday Ideapad with Microsoft Office Lifetime License, 16GB Memory, 1TB SSD Storage, Intel Dual Core Processor, 15.6" Anti-Glare HD Display, SD Card Reader, HDMI, Webcam, Windows 11 Home
- 【High Speed RAM And Enormous Space】 Upto 32GB high-bandwidth RAM to smoothly run multiple applications and browser tabs all at once; Upto 2TB PCIe NVMe M.2 Solid State Drive allows to fast bootup and data transfer
- 【Processor】 Celeron N4020 (Cores:2 Threads:2; Clockspeed:1.1 GHz Turbo Speed: 2.8GHz; Cache Size: L1: 4096 KB, L2: 12.0 MB, L3: 4 MB)
- 【Tech Specs】 1 x Card reader; 1 x HDMI 1.4b; 1 x USB 2.0; 1 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (support data transfer only); 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1; 1 x Headphone / microphone combo jack (3.5mm)
- 【High-Definition Display】 Enjoy vivid visuals on a crystal-clear screen, perfect for immersive multimedia experiences.
- 【More than just free】 it's a lifetime license! Get your hands on Microsoft Office for free, forever, enhancing your office life with greater ease and efficiency! Don't miss out on this opportunity for a whole new office experience!
Hmm…Very interesting list of laptops. Any reasons why you rank the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon as your top recommendation? Is it because it’s more cost effective or what?
Hey Jerry. I personally wouldn’t list the Lenovo ThinkPad as my top recommendation because I need a more powerful work station as I am an engineer and have some demanding software. The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon came up significantly more times in in other top laptop reviews for 2018. That is the only reason I have it in the top spot. I hope that helps and clears this up.
This list is not created by a set of specific criteria and strenuous testing, rather it is my compilation of many other top laptop reviews for 2018. I personally like the Dell Precision 5520 since it is more powerful and is better suited as a work station.
So many choices! I do need a laptop. Right now I have a Microsoft Surface (the first one with the small screen). I really do want something with a larger screen and the keypad is not optimal either. You have a lot of choices. Which one would you recommend as being the best budget pick with a good size screen?
The Dell XPS 15 is around $1200 with a 15.6″ screen. I personally wouldn’t go smaller than a 15″ screen. The Dell Latitude is also a good buy, also near $1200 but with a slightly smaller 14.0″ screen. I don’t mean to keep bringing up Dell here but they Dell Inspiron 15 7000 with a 15.6″ screen, also for about $1200 is another good buy. This one will be slightly heavier and thicker as it has dual fans and is better for gaming.
Many of the others have either smaller screens than I like or are closer to the $2000 dollar price range. You can always get a great laptop with the i5 core processor instead of the i7 which will get you a great laptop at a significantly reduced price.
Great post! My husband has an older Mac Pro and we have loved it. It is about 8 years old now though, and it is suffering a bit. I got a cheaper computer to have for myself because I figured I didn’t need a MacBook, but I wish I had just spent the extra money now!! They really are great laptops.
You are another person I can add to my list of people who love the MacBook Pro. That seals the deal for me. I will make the MacBook one of my next purchases.
Thanks for the comment and a great reference for the MacBook Pro.
This is great! I definitely am still sporting my MacBook Air and need to update to a Pro ASAP! – Though this info is great for other options that I totally didn’t even think of!
I currently use the Dell Precision 5520, as it was my companies choice for me, which has turned out to be very powerful. I recently bought a Dell Inspiron for my son who is mostly focused on college. There are so many different types of laptops on the market but this list is really great to help people find about anything they need based on their unique situations. I’m glad this list has helped you.
Hey, Rick, great article. I use a Lenovo Ideapad with a touchscreen for work, but lately I have been interested in getting a new computer since mine seems to lack the resources I need for several tasks.
I like the apple macbook pro, the touchscreen is a nice feature I look for on computers.
The specs don’t look bad either, I will definitely take a look at that model.
That MacBook Pro sure seems to get a lot of great reviews and everyone I know who has it, absolutely loves it. It makes me want to get one in the future. Stop back by and let me know if you get the MacBook Pro and if you really end up liking it.