Laptops under C$300

This HP Chromebook is the Notebook all students have been looking for, with its excellent capacity for essay-writing, note-taking and conducting research through its easily accessible interface and quick start-up process. While you may be concerned to take your laptop into the classroom, this laptop has almost indestructible rubber edges that prevent it from being eaten by the dog - like your homework. Give your learning a 21st-century update with the Chromebook's touchscreen, providing you with an interactive way to learn with resources at a simple click of the finger. This also gives you access to the Chromebook's web-enabled apps which can boost your learning in a fun and enjoyable way. Parents - if you are worried about your kid's computer use, the Chromebook is pure simplicity, enabling students to access the web quickly and efficiently while having enough power to create a reliable work station, but without added distractions.

Students, office workers, and casual browsers will fall in love with this cute little powerhouse. However, don't be fooled by the cuteness. This HP Chromebook's design and specs shows that it can cope with demand while looking fantastic. The Intel® Celeron® processor 2 means that you get a fast laptop that won't struggle to multi-task, and your battery life will last, too. For those that get a lot of use from video chats, there are some high-quality visuals involved here, and for Google Hangouts or Skype, there's plenty of viewing angle. What's more, the lovely bonus of noise suppression software means that you get little in the way or background noise. The Intel® HD Audio delivers sound quality that's clear and free from distortion, and the visual from its HD screen are lively and perfectly animated. For low-demand tasks like Facebook or Twitter scrolling you'll get maximum speed, and for more labor-intensive jobs it's not going to struggle either. It's a tank that hides its power in design.

If you need a simple and no-fuss laptop to take you through everyday tasks and duties of school, the HP Chromebook 11 Education Edition has you covered. Its reliable capacity stems from the Intel dual-core processor and efficient DDR3L memory for seamless multitasking and bouncing between apps. Driven by Intel HD Graphics, the 11.6-inch display has a resolution of 1366x768 for crisp and clear visuals while browsing the web, composing assignments and streaming media. The outstanding battery life lasts up to 12 hours and 30 minutes, meaning you can take notes, watch videos and chat with friends through a full day on campus without having to worry about charging. The Chromebook builds upon this portability with a thin and lightweight frame that's easy to carry around. On top of that, the co-moulded rubber edges and spill-resistant keyboard make this a tough and dependable choice. Designed for speed, simplicity and security, the Chrome Operating is an easy-to-use interface with automatic updates and robust virus protection.

Students and teachers will get a lot of enjoyment and work from this little monster. Complete with rubber edges and corners, this laptop is perfectly durable, able to cope with drops, bangs, and bumps. The specs are high quality: video streaming, loading software, or playing with apps, the processor is more than up for the task. What's more, the 360° Wi-Fi antenna makes it simple to find a signal and get online with ease, and the two USB 3.1 Gen 1 and HDMI ports make connecting to peripherals a breeze. ICEpower® technology manages the audio, and the result is some bassy sounds that are incredibly impressive. The 11-hours of battery life means that you'll be able to walk into your first class of the day knowing that it's got the power to see you through to the final bell. Versatile and powerful, this is a student's dream machine. Perfect for all users.

Do you and your laptop work in tough conditions? The ASUS Chromebook has been designed to withstand the rigors of daily life, having passed numerous tests with its military graded design, ensuring that it will survive field trips and student life. However, even though this is a laptop designed to last, it is also slim and simple, with its convertible nature meaning that its uses are flexible at all times. Its anti-glare screen properties also make it simple to share your work wherever you are, even in bright sunlight or outside. This does not mean that its resolution is sacrificed, with the screen a modest 1366 x 768 pixels that is sure to dazzle you with crystal clear detail. Watch your shows in beautiful colors. The optional pen is perfect for those who love to design, giving you the opportunity to produce Van-Gogh worthy masterpieces as easily as using a notebook.