Small Laptops

Whether you are a small businessman or a college student, small laptops are practical and convenient for all your needs.  Hauling a large computer to classes or traveling with one on business trips just doesn’t work.    

There are several popular brand name computers that offer small laptops with all the necessary power and programs for most users needs.  Their smaller size is able to fit in a backpack along with books and paperwork or in a briefcase full of files and catalogues.

Imagine the ability to study or conduct business in any environment from the corner café to the neighborhood park.  If you travel home or go on vacation you could take your work, hobby or homework with you.   

Most of us have flown on an airplane and sat next to an annoying passenger who is trying to balance their huge laptop on the tiny tray in front of them.  You may have a long jaunt to your job or college classes on board the local community transportation network with lots of time to get some business or schoolwork done.  Small laptops are great for these situations.

The first step in doing your pre-purchase research is to decide what your computer needs or desires are. Will you want to download videos and music?  Will you be producing graphic designs?  Could you get by with a small screen or do you need a larger one?  I have listed a few best laptop computers below along with some of their specs.

ASUS Eee PC 904HA

This computer made the list of small laptops because it is the best value at $350. The price makes it affordable for the college student as well as the small business owner. It is a little heavier than the other small laptops and does not have a DVD drive. It does have a 160GB hard drive and three USB ports, so you can store movies easily.

HP Mini (AKA 2113)

These small laptops have been specifically created for the traveling population. It has an aluminum shell, titanium chasis, HP3D sever service hard drive and a moisture-resistant keyboard.  This is the smallest of the three and is only outmatched in thinness by the Mac Air. It is also a great value with a price tag around $750.   

Toshiba Satellite Pro U400-S1001X

If you are looking for small laptops that are heavy duty this is the one.  Also in the $800 range it may be the strongest and when plugged into an energy source (even when turned off) it can charge any USB item.


Apple MacBook MB061LL/B

Apple has always been the top name in computers and it is the same when it comes to small laptops.  This MacBook lists for a little under $1000 making it the priciest in this group.  It is also bigger and weighs more.  A major concern for most laptop travelers is being able to get online.  This laptop is able to find a Wi-Fi connection literally anywhere.

I have given you a sampling of what is available in the small laptops category.  So evaluate for yourself with an online search of the various laptop makes and models.  Get recommendations from a friend or colleague before you take the plunge.