Best Laptops under CA$700 for business and productivity

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MSI Thin 15.6" B13VE-1697CA Cosmos Gray 2023

61.9 Business Score
15.6" Intel Core i5 13420H 16GB RAM 512GB SSD NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050
Why we recommend this

The 13th Gen Intel Core i5-13420H and RTX 4050 6GB GPU push a 144Hz 1080p display, keeping frame rates smooth in esports titles. At 1.90kg, it’s easily portable and drives two external displays via USB-C and HDMI for expanded multitasking. It’s best for budget-conscious gamers who want a light 1080p gaming laptop with enough power for entry-level content creation.

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MSI Summit 13.3 inch Touch 2-in-1 Black

60.4 Business Score
13.3" Intel Core Ultra 7 155H 16GB RAM 1024GB SSD Intel Arc Graphics
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MSI Venture 16" A16 AI+ A3HMTG-035CA Solid Gray 2026

57.4 Business Score
16" AMD Ryzen AI 7 350 32GB RAM 1024GB SSD AMD Radeon Graphics
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MSI Modern Modern 15 H B13M 2023

54.2 Business Score
15.6" Intel Core i9 13900H 32GB RAM 1024GB SSD Intel Iris Xe Graphics
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MSI Sword 16 HX B14VFKG-202US Cosmo Grey

37.2 Business Score
16" Intel Core i7 14650HX 16GB RAM 1024GB SSD NVIDIA RTX 4060
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MSI Prestige 13" A1MG-029US Stellar Gray 2024

77.2 Business Score
13.3" Intel Core Ultra 7 155H 16GB RAM 1024GB SSD Intel Arc Graphics
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MSI Raider 16" GE68 HX 14VGG-287US Black 2025

72 Business Score
16" Intel Core i9 14900HX 32GB RAM 1024GB SSD NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Laptop GPU
Why we recommend this

Combining a 24-core Intel Core i9-14900HX with an RTX 4070 GPU and 32GB of DDR5 RAM, this machine delivers high frame rates for demanding titles and smooth multitasking. Its 100Wh battery provides extended play away from the outlet, while Wi-Fi 7 and Thunderbolt 4 offer cutting-edge connectivity. This laptop is best for gamers who prioritize raw CPU and GPU power in a desktop replacement form factor.

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MSI Summit Summit 13 AI+

71.5 Business Score
13.3" Intel Core Ultra 7 258V 32GB RAM 1024GB SSD Intel Arc Graphics
Why we recommend this

A 1.35kg chassis houses an Intel Core Ultra 7-258V chip with 32GB RAM and a 165Hz 13.3-inch touch display, delivering responsive productivity in an ultraportable package. Full connectivity includes Thunderbolt, HDMI 2.1, and Wi-Fi 7, while integrated Intel Arc graphics ensure efficiency for everyday workflows. Best for frequent travelers and students who need a featherweight laptop with a fast screen and broad port selection for campus or remote work.

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MSI Cyborg 15.6" B2RW

68.6 Business Score
15.6" Intel Core 7 240H 32GB RAM 1024GB SSD NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060
Why we recommend this

The Intel Core 7-240H and RTX 5060 with 8GB VRAM drive consistent 1080p gaming on a 144Hz IPS panel, all encased in a translucent, mech-inspired chassis that gives it a unique look. Pre-loaded with 32GB DDR5 RAM and a 1TB SSD, it eliminates the need for immediate upgrades while Wi-Fi 6E and an RGB keyboard add everyday utility. This laptop suits gamers and aspiring streamers who want a distinctive, upgrade-ready machine for 1080p high-refresh play and occasional creative work right out of the box.

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MSI Katana Katana 15 HX B14WGK-247CA Black 2025

67.4 Business Score
15.6" Intel Core i9 14900HX 32GB RAM 1024GB SSD NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU
Why we recommend this

The 24-core Intel Core i9-14900HX and 8GB NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 power a 15.6-inch QHD 240Hz display for fluid gaming and rendering tasks. It includes 32GB DDR5 RAM and a 1TB NVMe SSD pre-installed, plus Thunderbolt 3 and HDMI 2.1 ports, so you avoid immediate upgrades. This 2.4kg laptop suits competitive gamers and video editors who need a high-refresh screen and multi-core muscle, and can sacrifice portability for performance.

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MSI Crosshair 16" Crosshair A16 HX

66.9 Business Score
16" AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX 32GB RAM 1024GB SSD NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU
Why we recommend this

A Ryzen 9 8940HX processor and RTX 5060 GPU drive a sharp 16-inch 2560x1600 IPS 240Hz display, delivering fluid high-resolution gaming. The laptop comes equipped with 32GB of DDR5 memory and a 1TB NVMe SSD, handling demanding multitasking and large file loads straight out of the box. It's best for gamers and content creators who prioritize high-frame-rate QHD performance and can accept the 5.5-pound weight and lack of portability.

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MSI Modern 15.6" C2RMTG-410CA

63.3 Business Score
15.6" Intel Core 9 270H 32GB RAM 1024GB SSD Integrated Intel® Graphics
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MSI Vector 16" A2XWHG-212US Gray 2026

63.2 Business Score
16" Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX 16GB RAM 512GB SSD NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU
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MSI VenturePro 16" A2RWFTG-038US

63.1 Business Score
16" Intel Core 9 270H 32GB RAM 1024GB SSD NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060
Why we recommend this

A 14-core Intel Core 9 270H and RTX 5060 GPU with 8GB VRAM drive creator workloads in a 1.90kg package, backed by 32GB DDR5 memory. The 16-inch 120Hz IPS touchscreen and white-backlit keyboard with numpad pair with Ethernet, HDMI 2.1, and Wi-Fi 6E for flexible, port-rich productivity. It suits moderately mobile video editors and 3D artists valuing touch input, though the 55Wh battery may require frequent charging.

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MSI Venture 16 AI Venture 16 AI A2HMTG-015US Solid Gray 2026

62.6 Business Score
16" Intel Core Ultra 9 285H 32GB RAM 1024GB SSD Intel Arc Graphics
Why we recommend this

The 16-core Intel Core Ultra 9 285H and 32GB of DDR5 RAM drive AI-ready tasks in a portable 1.90kg chassis with a 16-inch 1920x1200 touchscreen. Its connectivity suite—HDMI 2.1, Ethernet, Wi-Fi 6E—and responsive touchscreen add versatility for multitasking and presentations. This laptop is best for software developers needing high compute power and a large display (68.8 developer score), but the integrated graphics severely limit gaming with a 19.9 rating.

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MSI Prestige 16 Flip AI+ 16 Flip AI+ 16" Ultra X7-358H Arc B390

61 Business Score
16" Intel Core Ultra X7 358H 32GB RAM 1024GB SSD Intel Arc B390
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MSI Thin 15.6" msi Gray 2025

58.6 Business Score
15.6" Intel Core i5 13420H 16GB RAM 512GB SSD NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050
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MSI 16" VenturePro 16

57.8 Business Score
16" Intel Core 7 240H 32GB RAM 1024GB SSD NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050
Why we recommend this

Equipped with a 10-core Intel 240H processor and NVIDIA RTX 5050 GPU with 8GB VRAM, the VenturePro 16 capably handles 4K video editing backed by 32GB of fast DDR5 RAM. Its 16-inch 1920x1200 IPS touchscreen with a 120Hz refresh rate provides smooth touch interaction, and at 1.90kg it balances screen size with portability despite the modest 55Wh battery. This laptop is best for budget-conscious content creators who need a touch-enabled machine with discrete graphics for moderate creative workloads and occasional 1080p gaming.

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MSI GF63 Thin 15.6" GF63 Thin Aluminum Black 2022

55.5 Business Score
15.6" Intel Core i5 11400H 16GB RAM 512GB SSD NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050
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MSI Vector Vector 16 HX AI A2XWIG-420US 2025

72.8 Business Score
16" Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX 32GB RAM 1024GB SSD NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080
Why we recommend this

The combination of an Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 with 16GB GDDR7 delivers top-tier performance for demanding tasks. Its 16-inch 2560x1600 IPS display offers full DCI-P3 color coverage and a 240Hz refresh rate, making it equally suited for color-accurate creative work and high-frame-rate gaming. This laptop is best for competitive gamers and 3D artists who need a powerful desktop replacement and can accept the 2.7kg weight.

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MSI Stealth 16" A16 AI+ Midnight Black

68.9 Business Score
16" AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 32GB RAM 2048GB SSD NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080
Why we recommend this

Combining an RTX 5080 with 16GB VRAM and a 240Hz OLED panel delivering 100% DCI-P3 color, this laptop delivers high-frame-rate gaming and color-accurate visuals in a 2.1kg magnesium-aluminum chassis. Its 100Wh battery and Ryzen AI 9 processor provide strong unplugged endurance rarely found in this performance class. This machine is best for competitive gamers and 3D artists who need a portable workstation that doesn't compromise on display fidelity or rendering power.

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MSI Raider 18" Raider A18 HX A9WIG-038CA Midnight Black 2025

68.1 Business Score
18" AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX 64GB RAM 2048GB SSD NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU
Why we recommend this

Combining AMD’s Ryzen 9 9955HX3D with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU and 16GB of VRAM, this machine drives the 18-inch 3840x2400 Mini-LED 120Hz display for fluid, detailed visuals. Its 64GB of DDR5 RAM, 2TB NVMe SSD, Thunderbolt, and Wi-Fi 7 ensure a full-featured desktop-replacement experience despite weighing 7.94 pounds. Best for video editors and 3D artists working with 4K timelines who require uncompromising rendering power and are willing to trade portability for performance.

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MSI Crosshair Crosshair 18 HX AI A2XWGKG Black 2025

63.4 Business Score
18" Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX 32GB RAM 1024GB SSD NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070
Why we recommend this

Powered by a 24-core Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070, the 18-inch 2560x1600 240Hz IPS display with 500 nits and 100% DCI-P3 handles color-critical creative tasks with precision. Thunderbolt 4 and HDMI 2.1 ports enable high-speed external display and storage connectivity for expanded workflows. It’s best for video editors working with 4K footage and 3D artists who prioritize a large, calibrated screen and desktop-grade power over the 3.1kg build's limited portability.

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MSI Cyborg 15.6" A13VE-218US Black 2023

61.6 Business Score
15.6" Intel Core i7 13620H 16GB RAM 512GB SSD NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 Laptop GPU
Why we recommend this

The Nvidia RTX 4050 GPU with 6GB VRAM and a 144Hz IPS display deliver smooth 1080p gaming with DLSS 3 frame generation. It packs 16GB of dual-channel DDR5-5200MHz memory, a Core i7-13620H processor, and a 1.98 kg weight, making it a practical carry for campus or LAN parties. This notebook is best for gamers chasing high frame rates in esports titles and students who need a reliable machine for coding and light creative work.

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MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio 18" A1VHG-019US Midnight Black 2024

57.8 Business Score
18" Intel Core Ultra 9 185H 32GB RAM 1024GB SSD NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop GPU
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MSI Delta 15 15.6"

51.8 Business Score
15.6" AMD Ryzen 7 5800H 8GB RAM 1024GB SSD AMD Radeon RX 6700M
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MSI GF65 15.6" Thin 10UE Black 2021

25.1 Business Score
15.6" 2.5 GHz xeon_platinum_8160m 8GB RAM 512GB SSD NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060
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