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Looking for a convertible Windows laptop that won’t decimate your wallet? The Dell Plus 2-in-1, which is currently on sale for $499.99 at Best Buy ($350 off!) right now, is one heck of a contender. It’s powered by an AMD Ryzen AI 5 340 processor and 16GB of RAM, which is enough for multitasking, web apps, or light creative work. You’re also getting a roomy 512GB SSD, which is more storage than you’d normally see at this price point.
The 14-inch 1200p touchscreen is snappy and looks pretty good, just don’t expect OLED-level color or contrast. But for everyday stuff like work and streaming, it does the trick. And since it’s a 2-in-1, you can flip it around and use it like a tablet when you want to doodle or take notes.
PCWorld sums it up well in its review:
“The Dell Plus 14 2-in-1 is a good option for shoppers looking to snag a do-it-all Windows device on a tight budget. It offers versatile design, a nice keyboard, and well-rounded specifications while avoiding a major issue or downside that would take it out of contention.”
And that was at full price — with today’s deal, it’s a lot cheaper. If you want a reliable laptop under $500 that doesn’t compromise much to hit that affordable cost, this Dell is a solid bet.
Get the Dell Plus 2-in-1 for $499.99
Author: Ashley Biancuzzo, Associate Editor, PCWorld
Ashley Biancuzzo manages all laptop and Chromebook coverage for PCWorld. She’s been covering consumer tech since 2016, and her work has appeared on USA Today, Reviewed, Polygon, Kotaku, StarWars.com, and Nerdist. In her spare time, she enjoys playing video games, reading science fiction, and hanging out with her rescue greyhound.