Cool Laptops for College (Students) and Bookkeeping for Use All Around the House that'll be Carried All the Time and Occasionally

Built with multimedia in mind, this delivers and then some. It certainly looks the part, with its sleek, slim and lightweight design that cleverly disguises the vast amount of power and features hidden inside. That's where this Asus really excels, largely thanks to its 7th Generation Intel Core processor, which manages your power efficiently and quickly. The screen looks the business too, with 4K UHD gorgeousness that comes with added 100% sRGB color gamut. The graphics from the NVIDIA GeForce GTX mean that you can get some casual gaming in during work breaks (or when you've taken an extra day off to get through that last level), and the sound is epic. That's down to the SonicMaster audio system that's been co-developed by Harman Kardon. The whole machine keeps nice and cool, and charges much faster than you might believe possible. For streaming albums, films, and TV shows, this is going to do the job and look good while doing it.

Equal parts portable and stylish, the ASUS ZenBook UX433 takes on-the-go computing to new heights. Measuring only the size of an A4 sheet and weighing 1.2kg, the ZenBook 14 design is extremely compact and lightweight. It doesn't sacrifice any performance for its size either. Outfitted with a 1.8GHz Intel Core i7 quad-core processor and 16GB of dedicated RAM, the ZenBook UX433 is able to breeze through all your essential programs and everyday tasks with ease. When it comes to your collection of personal and professional files, 512GB of flash storage provides sufficient room, as well as lightning quick boot up times. Not only does the timeless blue design something you'll be proud to show off in public, but up to 13 hours of battery life means you can keep it by your side for extended periods of time without the need to charge. Enjoy crisp graphics upon the 14-inch display that features full HD resolution and wide-viewing angles. Designed to give you the most screen area in the least physical space, the frameless 4-sided NanoEdge bezel is aesthetically breathtaking and makes for an immersive multimedia experience.

The Acer Aspire Swift 3 is the definition of elegant superiority, with its all metal finish and sleek body that's cool to the touch and pleasing to the eye. Its design gives the laptop personality, and its minimalistic design is aesthetically pleasing and will never become outdated. This Ultrabook is perfect for web browsing, light video editing and is easily portable (weighing a meagre 1.5kg). The 14-inch Full HD1 and IPS display offers beautiful visuals and rich colors, and with thanks to the Acer Color Intelligence technology, the gamma and saturation is dynamically adjusted in real-time meaning you can wave goodbye to oversaturation. Plus, the Acer TrueHarmony speakers allows for high-quality sound that complements the visuals perfectly. The backlit keyboard and long-lasting battery mean that you're not limited on when and where you fire it up and get to work either. All in all, the Acer Aspire Swift 3 has a lot of potential.

A metal behemoth that combines power and portability, this is a real workhorse that looks elegant but also professional. While the low price may make you question its power, you'll only be proven wrong. When it comes to this laptop, you get both beauty and brawn. You'll first spot the beautiful backlit keyboard that makes working at night easier than ever, but you might forget that once you see the display. A huge 14-inches of full HD make your videos and games much more immersive, while the onboard Intel® HD Graphics 620 makes for crisp, clean and dramatic visuals that'll blow your socks off. To top it all off, the Acer Color Intelligence™ tech add depth and clarity to an already beautiful display. The 10-hours of battery life is very impressive, especially if you're traveling to meetings and are worried about recharging, plus the webcam, speakers, and mic have been tailored to work with Skype for Business, so the effect is clear and consistent clarity. Power, performance, and portability all wrapped up in a super-sleek chassis make this a winner.

Packing robust capabilities into an ultrathin design, the Acer Swift 7 pushes the boundaries of what a mobile PC should be. Coming in a luxurious black and gold finish, the notebook is an astonishing 9.98mm in thickness with a streamlined style that's sure to turn heads when you take it out in public. The laptop also weighs just 1.2kg, ensuring that you're able to effortlessly carry it around for short and long journeys. Elsewhere, up to 9 hours of battery life allows you to travel for extended periods of time without the need to recharge. Equipped with a 1.3GHz Intel Core i7 dual-core processor with 8GB of RAM, the system provides no compromises on everyday power. It's able to handle all your day-to-day applications and regular tasks with ease. The 512GB SSD provides more than enough room for all your photos, videos, documents and projects, as well as wait-free access times to them. The 13.3-inch display features full HD resolution.

Become one with the world with this stunning Asus ZenBook 3. This premium design contains a 14-inch display, making this laptop extremely portable and enabling you to work from any location. This display also has beautiful Full HD graphics and ASUS Splendid technology that automatically adjusts your settings depending on what you're looking at. Even better, for those that are looking for entertainment, Tru2life Video enhancement means that every pixel on the screen is being used to its full potential, meaning that every movie and television show you watch is shown at a realistic and almost cinematic quality. To keep you safe online, a fingerprint sensor keeps this package more secure, and the Harman Kardon designed speakers mean that you get the most from your Spotify playlists. In addition, the precision touchpad and backlit keyboard make this a laptop that is easy to work or play on no matter where you might be, even in dim lighting conditions or at night.

Ideal for business or pleasure, the Apple MacBook is a reliable device which won't let you down. The 13.3-inch screen has a gloss finish and backlight to ensure that you can have a professional laptop that works at any time of the day or night, What's more, its small stature makes this laptop easy to transport and to work from at any location. In addition to its size, the 5th Gen Intel Core will give you the professional-grade power that you need to run necessary software, and is backed up by not just 8GB of RAM but the addition of 256GB of SSD. This gives you the best of both power and speed to ensure that you can work efficiently from your device at all times. An ambient light sensor adds to the high-tech of this device, and the keyboard's backlight means that you can have a consistent experience even when working long hours. Not only this, but the 12-hours of battery life means that you won't be anchored to the wall, and the lightweight design makes it easier than ever to work, game, or relax wherever you end up.

The Apple MacBook Air has the traditional MacBook design, which has been created to be sleek and stylish, and is able to fit in your bag for easy portability. Not only this, but this impressive machine is fast and reliable due to its dual-core Intel Core i5 processor, which comes with Turbo Boost technology to keep it performing during multitasking or high-demand moments. What's more, the SSD increases the speed of the MacBook, allowing you to work more efficiently towards deadlines. Add to this a 13.3-inch retina display, and you have a high resolution screen boosted by Intel HD Graphics 6000, giving it a smooth and accurate visual performance. Apple lovers will be used to apps like Siri, Spotlight, and iMovie, and connecting to your other Apple devices is easy, with extensive port options. These include two USB slots and a Thunderbolt 2 port for easy connectivity and fast speeds.

Minimalistic, stylish and chic, the 710S's design is classic, simple and wholly easy on the eye. Beneath the hood of this particular IdeaPad, though, is surprising. Despite this laptop's sleek design and slim appearance, it's power will not disappoint. The screen display is incredible, with 13.3-inches of full HD and an ultra-slim bezel that only adds to the laptop's elegance. The Intel® Iris™ graphics are built right into the laptop itself, so your colors are guaranteed to pop with ultra-vivid imagery. Audio quality is outstanding too, with the JBL® stereo speakers giving you the chance to go fully immersive whether you're racing to a work deadline or playing some quality games. This is a laptop that has struck exactly the right balance between price, power, perks, and portability. It's the perfect laptop for those that like to stay settled in one place, but will carry on working hard even when you're on the move. Faster than you expect, you'll be able to unpack, turn it on and get to work before you know it. A remarkably resilient and flexible IdeaPad that won't disappoint.

Perfect for everyday use, the Apple 13.3"" MacBook Air packs vigorous performance within its ultrathin design. Whether you're sharing via social media, watching movies or editing photos, this MacBook is able to breeze through all your day-to-day tasks and programs thanks to a 1.6GHz Intel Core i5 dual-core processor with 8GB of RAM. With more than 4 million pixels, the 13.3-inch Retina display offers superior visual quality, while the edge-to-edge bezel makes for a truly immersive multimedia experience. When it comes to storage, the 256GB SSD provides more than enough space for your growing collection of photos, projects, documents and other digital files. Complete with a rich rose gold finish, the MacBook Air boasts a featherweight design that weighs just 1.25kg, making it easy to keep by your side at all hours of the day. The improved battery provides up to 12 hours of use without needing to recharge. The Apple MacBook Air continues to redefine convenience with features such as the integrated Touch ID sensor that allows you to unlock the device with your fingerprint and authenticate your identity.

Equipped with robust power and unrivaled portability, the VivoBook Flip is made to adapt to just about any situation you find yourself in. Weighing in at 2.2kg, the slender notebook makes for an effortless carry for both short and long journeys. Between office use, work on-the-go and evenings at home, the superb battery can last up to 6 hours without needing to recharge. When it comes to power, the system is outfitted with a 2.5GHz Intel Core i5 dual-core processor with 8GB of RAM. This enables the laptop is handle those demanding workflows, as well as day-to-day tasks. The 15.6-inch display features full HD resolution and also doubles as an intuitive touchscreen that allows you to pinch, zoom and swipe your way to enhanced productivity. Between your photos, videos, projects and documents, the expansive 1TB hard drive provides more than enough room to store all your digital files with plenty of space left over. Complete with a slick silver finish, the VivoBook Flip is the perfect convertible laptop for just about any occasion.

The MacBook Pro hardly needs an introduction by now. It's an incredible device that's always going to be hard to beat when looking at laptops to buy. It ranks highly on almost every important factor, and offer high levels of performance with a very real sense of reliability. It is one of the best Apple products available. You'll find this laptop comes with the usual great MacBook flair, and it's a cool and convenient machine to use on a daily basis. The 13.3-inches of IPS loaded screen is a wonder, and the LED-backlit display just adds to the elegance of the MacBook. Boosted by an Intel® Iris™ Plus Graphics 640, you'll never have worries about your visuals, while the two speakers and two microphones make chatting and listening clearer than ever. Throw in the fact that you can get around ten hours of battery life straight out of the box and it's easy to understand why many consider the MacBook Pro the creme de la creme of laptops.

You need a laptop that can help to prepare you for the digital age, and the Apple MacBook Pro's futuristic design and exciting interface is set to make this easier for you. The 2560 x 1600 pixels makes even the most boring spreadsheet look exciting, and with an HD resolution, your more exciting tasks will look ready to thrill you. Now, you can even Facetime in HD, pairing with the rest of the Macbook's communication opportunities to ensure that you can contact family and friends like never before - as if they are really in the room with you. The 8 GB internal memory is also perfect for everyone with too many files in their bag. Let your computer do all the hard work for you and carry around all the information that you need for work and pleasure on one simple device with an easily accessible interface that updates traditional interfaces.

This premium laptop is the perfect way to complete your daily tasks in style. Not only does this incredibly slender and light-weight model look beautiful in its unusual gold hues, but it also contains the newest revolutions in technology to help make your digital experience easier. The 7th generation core and 16 GB internal memory combines to make this laptop more than powerful enough to keep up with the pressure of your daily demands, providing this laptop with speed, efficiency, and power. If you want to stay and play into the night, the Vivobook also has gaming worthy visuals that will meet the high expectations of even hardcore gamers, with its NVIDIA graphics card and 3840 x 2160 pixels. This excessive resolution can make even your extensive workload look wonderful, and brings an extra exuberance the your old movies that will sure to give them a new lease of life.