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Quality Value Laptops Under 800 Dollars 2013 - 2014

Updated on December 31, 2013
ASUS K550CA-EH51T 15.6-Inch Touchscreen Laptop
ASUS K550CA-EH51T 15.6-Inch Touchscreen Laptop

Deciding on which device is going to take a bigger role in your life is one of the most challenging things that you will ever do.

The manufacturers of the top devices haven’t made it easy either.

Between laptops, desktops, tablet computers, e-book readers, and smart phones, there’s such an enormous amount of devices out there that it’s no wonder that the average user has a hard time keeping track.

When you have come to the conclusion that you need to make the switch, you should look beyond things like price and popular demand. The amount that’s attached to a price tag is calculated using a lot of variables that probably don’t have anything to do with the actual performance capabilities of the device.

The demand that’s attached to an item has more to do how much the manufacturer decided to promote it. Your criteria for selecting the right device should involve nothing more than what the device will bring to your life.

A good device has the potential to add more value to your routine than the purchase price might indicate. You would be surprised at the devices that you can find for an affordable rate.

Toshiba Satellite S55-A5364 15.6-Inch Laptop
Toshiba Satellite S55-A5364 15.6-Inch Laptop

You Laptop Should be Comfortable to you!

There are so many different types of devices out there that you need to choose the one that you’re most comfortable using.

As a device becomes more complicated, its usefulness to the average user diminishes.

You should try to find a device that’s as simple as possible without sacrificing its usefulness. The affordable devices in the marketplace are listed at their current price for a variety of different reasons.

They could be an older model that the manufacturer no longer actively supports or produces. You also have to consider whether their current price is the result of the device being no good to begin with.

Since price is a variable that’s hard to account for, you have to look at the capabilities of the device more than anything else. The things that other people who have purchased have to say about that device should also factor into your thought process.

Is an 800 dollar tablet too much or too little to spend?

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ASUS Vivobook V551LB-DB71T 15.6-Inch Touchscreen Laptop
ASUS Vivobook V551LB-DB71T 15.6-Inch Touchscreen Laptop

This isn’t a Popularity Contest

There’s a misconception that’s attached to the idea of buying a device at a lower rate than their more popular counterparts.

People think that you will have to sacrifice quality in order to save a few dollars in the process.

You would be surprised at the amount of great devices on the market for less than what you would expect.

The internet has enhanced the abilities of all users to find the devices they need. You could go to almost any site that sells devices on the internet and track down the best possible devices without disrupting your budget.

This depth of selection doesn’t even count for the devices that individual users list on classified ads websites. If you spend enough time looking for a good device, you will purchase what you need sooner rather than later. You should never settle for certain devices because you’re lacking in time to devote to your search.

Samsung ATIV Book 2 NP270E5E-K03US 15.6-Inch Laptop
Samsung ATIV Book 2 NP270E5E-K03US 15.6-Inch Laptop

Satisfaction should be your Number 1 priority

Your satisfaction with the device that you have purchased comes down to how comfortable you are using it.

Everyone has their preferences as to what they want out of their device.

They have used certain devices in the past and expect that any device they pick up in the future to behave like the first device they enjoyed.

Certain companies have a group of fans that’s going to stick with them regardless of what they release. Apple is a prime example of this phenomenon. Their reputation is well-deserved because they’re known for their ability to innovate.

Their iPad, iPhone, and iPod products revolutionized the worlds of computing, telephones, and portable music players, respectively. Prior to the release of the iPad, there wasn’t even such as a major tablet computer released to the public. Other companies have come out with similar products that have warranted the loyalty of an expansive fan base.

Lenovo G500s 15.6-Inch Touchscreen Laptop
Lenovo G500s 15.6-Inch Touchscreen Laptop

Affording a Laptop

Financing the purchase of a new device poses its own series of risks.

For instance, you could obtain a credit card with a line large enough to buy the device that you want.

While buying something with a credit card allows you to bring that item home with you on the same day, you have to take the interest payments that you will have to make into consideration.

Once the device is paid off, the amount that you actually pay will be a lot more than the original purchase price.

You’re better off waiting to buy your new device until you have saved up enough money to pay for it in full.

You should take this approach because it will increase your overall level of satisfaction in your device. You won’t have to worry about making all the payments standing between you and paying your device off.

Getting the Best Bang for your Buck

Your life will be much better off when you have solid devices managing it. Your productivity level will increase tenfold and you will have a significant amount of information at your disposal. It’s difficult to manage all of the applications that are in place on the more mobile devices.

If you’re one of the people who would rather have an easier experience with your device, you should choose between laptops and desktops. It seems that desktops are falling out of favor because everyone wants to be on the move.

Laptops now seem overly bulky. They released smaller versions of this device, but they lacked the functionality to be a worthwhile venture. Some of the newer smart phones and tablet computers don’t perform at a high enough level to justify using them over laptops.

Figuring out where you stand in this battle is all a matter of your preferences. People who want to sacrifice performance for the sake of mobility should reach for the newer devices. At some point, the newer mobile devices will perform at a level that’s better than the laptops.

Until then, you should reach for a laptop and enjoy a device that will allow you to go wherever you want while performing at a very high level.

5 stars for ASUS K550CA-EH51T 15.6-Inch Touchscreen Laptop

© 2013 James Richton

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