Cheap laptop computers. Good or don't bother?

[Sonny Bonds]

Xmas present for the misses.

Windows Laptops at Kogan.com

Get the best deals on the biggest laptop brands! Shop hot prices on ASUS, HP, Apple, Microsoft and more, all with a free 12 month warranty.

www.kogan.com

• Seamlessly switch between laptop and tablet
• Enjoy tablet versatility and the processing power of a laptop
• Microsoft Windows 10 Home with a sleek 10.1” screen
• 32GB EMMC and 4GB of RAM
• Impressive lithium-ion 6000mAH battery
• Intel Atom x5-Z8350 Quad-Core processor
• Micro SD slot, USB 2.0, USB 3.0 and Mini HDMI

$230. She wants to watch shows through wifi and just do general stuff like browsing.

 

[Caesar]

I’s pretty good value if you need a keyboard and Windows 10, but I can’t see the point if she’s just going to browse and stream video.

Go for a tablet - for the same dollars you’ll get something lighter, faster and with longer battery life.

 

[HulkSmash]

I'd be wary of the Kogan branded stuff. Mind you, I brought a Acer Chromebook for work from Kogan (huge in education circles) and it still goes alright. Only upgraded to a new Lenovo Chromebook because I wanted the ability to run Android apps. Going to repurpose the Acer one at work.

If you must get a cheap laptop only for browsing and video, a Chromebook is a good choice. I have one for the daily carry and it works a treat. Otherwise, yes, a tablet will do the same trick.