Lightweight laptops under 1.4 kg
Under 1.4 kg a laptop disappears into a bag. These are the lightest in our catalogue this week, lightest first, from refurbished business laptops to the MacBook Air.
This week’s list
Easy to carry all day
1.2 to 1.4 kg is about the weight of a bag of sugar and a bit. You’ll notice the difference after a day on campus or a commute.
Often long-lasting too
Thin laptops use efficient chips, so many of them last a full day away from a socket.
From about £350
Refurbished business laptops are the cheapest way under 1.4 kg; new ones start at around £850.
This week’s list
Prices from the shops’ own pages, checked every week. Always confirm on the shop page before you pay.
Watch out for
- Weight without the chargerSome come without a power adapter in the box, and a charger adds 200–300 g to your bag.
- A smaller screenLight usually means 13 or 14 inches. Pair it with a monitor at home for long sessions.
- Memory built inTo save space, most light laptops have their memory soldered in, so choose enough at the start.
Working at a desk at home too? A light laptop and a 24-inch screen make a comfortable pair. Our monitor guide →
Quick questions
Is 1.4 kg really light?
Yes: most 15- and 16-inch laptops weigh 1.6 to 2.4 kg. Under 1.4 kg you can carry it all day without thinking about it.
Are light laptops slower?
Not for everyday work. They are not made for gaming or heavy 3D, which need bigger cooling and graphics chips.
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