Best Laptops under CA$700 for students and school

Best Pick

Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 12.4"

53.8 Students Score
12.4" Intel Core i5 1035G 4GB RAM 64GB SSD
Why we recommend this

Its 1.11kg weight and premium metal build make it a highly portable device, though its 4GB of RAM and 64GB eMMC storage are minimal. The 12.4-inch touchscreen and compact form factor offer a user-friendly experience for basic tasks. This laptop is best for students or travelers who need a lightweight Windows machine for web browsing, document editing, and media consumption, not for multitasking or storage-heavy work.

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Microsoft Surface Pro

23.3 Students Score
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Microsoft Surface Laptop 13.5" V4C-00002 3

20.6 Students Score
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Microsoft Wired Keyboard 600 . Wired Keyboard for Gaming Experience.

11.5 Students Score
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Best Laptops under CA$1,500 for students and school

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Microsoft Surface Laptop 13" 2K Touchscreen 2025

78.3 Students Score
13" Qualcomm Snapdragon X Plus X1P-64-100 16GB RAM 512GB SSD Qualcomm X1
Why we recommend this

Its standout feature is the Qualcomm Snapdragon X Plus chip, which enables the Copilot+ AI features and promises excellent battery efficiency in a 1.23kg chassis. The device is further differentiated by its premium build quality, a 13" PixelSense touchscreen, and modern connectivity like Wi-Fi 7. This laptop is best for business professionals and students who prioritize portability, long battery life, and AI-assisted productivity over traditional gaming or high-performance computing.

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Microsoft Surface Pro 12" Touchscreen

72.4 Students Score
12" Qualcomm Snapdragon X Plus X1P-64-100 16GB RAM 256GB SSD Qualcomm X1
Why we recommend this

Its standout feature is the Qualcomm X1P-64-100 chip, enabling Copilot+ AI features and delivering exceptional battery life in a 0.68kg magnesium chassis. The 12" PixelSense touchscreen offers a sharp, color-accurate canvas for digital inking and portability. This device is best for students and mobile professionals who prioritize a lightweight, all-day Windows tablet for note-taking and productivity over gaming performance.

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Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 12.4"

58.2 Students Score
12.4" Intel Core i5 1035G 8GB RAM 256GB SSD
Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 12.4" laptop
Price CA$929

Microsoft Surface 13" Qualcomm

52.7 Students Score
13" Qualcomm Snapdragon X Plus X1P-64-100 16GB RAM 256GB SSD AMD Graphics
Why we recommend this

Its standout feature is the new Qualcomm Snapdragon X Plus chip, which promises significant efficiency gains for Windows on Arm. The 13-inch touchscreen display and classic Surface build quality make it a highly portable 2-in-1. This device is best for business users and students who prioritize long battery life and portability over raw gaming performance.

Best Laptops under CA$3,000 for students and school

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Microsoft Surface Laptop 13.8" 2024

91.6 Students Score
13.8" Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite X1E-84-100 16GB RAM 1024GB SSD Qualcomm X1
Why we recommend this

Its Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite chip delivers excellent battery life and efficient performance in a slim, premium aluminum chassis. The 13.8-inch 120Hz touchscreen is sharp and responsive, enhancing the premium Windows-on-Arm experience. This laptop is best for students and business travelers who prioritize all-day battery life and portability over high-performance gaming.

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Price CA$1,647
Microsoft Surface Laptop 13.8" 2024 laptop

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Microsoft Surface Pro Touchscreen 13" 2880 x 1920 Qualcomm

76.7 Students Score
13" Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite X1E-84-100 32GB RAM 1024GB SSD Qualcomm X1
Why we recommend this

Its standout feature is the Qualcomm X1E-84-100 chip paired with 32GB of RAM, enabling powerful AI-assisted workflows in a remarkably portable 0.89kg chassis with a vibrant 13" OLED 120Hz display. The device excels as a premium 2-in-1, offering excellent portability and a high-resolution touchscreen ideal for on-the-go productivity. This Surface Pro is best for business professionals and content consumers who prioritize a lightweight, versatile Windows tablet for presentations, note-taking, and media consumption over gaming.

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Premium Laptops for students and school

Best Pick

Microsoft Surface Pro 11 Tablet 13" PixelSense

75.2 Students Score
13" Intel Core Ultra 7 268V 32GB RAM 1024GB SSD Intel Arc Graphics
Why we recommend this

Its 13-inch OLED Pixelsense Flow touchscreen offers vibrant 600-nit visuals and a smooth 120Hz refresh rate, paired with a portable 0.87kg magnesium chassis. The Intel Core Ultra 7 processor and 32GB of LPDDR5x RAM provide robust performance for demanding multitasking, supported by enterprise-grade Windows 11 Pro. This 2-in-1 is ideal for business professionals and mobile presenters who need a premium, highly portable device for productivity and media consumption, not for gaming.

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