Ranking: Best affordable office laptops (under 1,000 dollars/euros)

Lenovo has long offered the ThinkPad L series as an affordable alternative to the premium ThinkPad T series. The Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 5 is a capable office notebook in the 1,000 euro range, maintaining key ThinkPad features. The device is powered by an AMD Ryzen 5 7535U CPU with 6 cores, accompanied by 16 GB of expandable DDR5 RAM. Good repairability and extensive business-oriented features further enhance its appeal.  

Overall, the ThinkPad L14 Gen 5 AMD is a reliable office companion for everyday business tasks.  

The tested configuration costs around 1,020 euros at Campuspoint, while Office-Partner offers it slightly cheaper at 955 euros. Amazon provides an Intel Core Ultra variant for approximately 1,017 euros.

The Lenovo ThinkPad E14 G6 is a robust and powerful office notebook with a sharp 14-inch Full HD display, powered by the Intel Core Ultra 7 155U processor. Combined with up to 16 GB RAM and a fast 512 GB SSD, it offers smooth multitasking performance for office documents and web applications. Solid connectivity includes USB-C, USB-A, HDMI, and LAN ports. Security is enhanced with a fingerprint reader and TPM 2.0.  

The ThinkPad E14 G6 offers solid productivity and security features, suitable for frequent mobile office use, thanks to its long battery life of up to 9.5 hours.

Available from Amazon at around 1,001 euros.

The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5-15ARP G10 is a slim and powerful 15.6-inch notebook designed for everyday use and multimedia tasks. It features the AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS processor with strong integrated graphics performance. Although the 16 GB RAM is soldered and not expandable, the notebook includes multiple ports, such as USB-C, USB-A, HDMI, and a microSD card reader. The Full HD IPS display provides good viewing angles and accurate color reproduction. 

 With stylish aluminum case, excellent battery life, and reliable system performance, it is ideal for both productivity and multimedia users.

Available directly from the manufacturer for 699 euros.

The Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 2 is a budget-friendly yet powerful business notebook, equipped with an AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS processor and 32 GB of RAM, making it suitable for demanding multitasking and productivity applications. The robust metal case adds a premium feel. Although performance is very good, the display and keyboard are slightly weaker aspects.  

Overall, it's a reliable, efficient workstation for daily business tasks. 

Priced around 900 euros at Campuspoint. An Intel Core Ultra 5 125U variant costs approximately 70 euros more at Playox.

The Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G7 QOY is a powerful 16-inch notebook balancing productivity and mobility. Featuring a Qualcomm Snapdragon X Plus X1P-42-100 processor, 16 GB RAM, and 512 GB SSD storage, it delivers solid performance for everyday office applications. Its vivid WUXGA IPS display, excellent battery life exceeding 24 hours, and modern narrow bezel design further enhance productivity. 

 This laptop suits users prioritizing long battery life and a large screen at an attractive price.  

Available from Amazon at around 773 euros.

The Asus ExpertBook P1 P1503CVA-S70188X is designed for business users, students, and everyday office tasks. It features an Intel Core i7-13700H CPU with performance adequate for typical office workloads. The notebook includes solid connectivity options such as USB-C, USB-A, HDMI, LAN, and audio ports, alongside security measures including a fingerprint reader and TPM 2.0. The 15.6-inch Full HD display is adequate, though limited in color coverage. 

 Overall, this laptop offers practical performance and security features ideal for routine office and educational use, with a battery life of approximately 6 hours.

Available from Amazon DE for 739 euros.

The Ninkear A16 Pro provides exceptional value by combining a strong AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS CPU with 32 GB RAM and a fast 1 TB SSD. Its quiet cooling, robust metal construction, and extended battery life make it ideal for users who want reliable, high performance on a tight budget.  

With good quality components at an affordable price, it is highly appealing for daily office productivity.  

Available at Geekmaxi for 799 euros or around 808 euros at TomTop.

With its large 17-inch display, the Medion S20 notebook offers a spacious workspace ideal for home productivity. Equipped with an Intel Core Ultra 7 155H CPU, 16 GB RAM, and a 1 TB SSD, it provides solid performance for everyday office tasks. Its sturdy aluminum-and-magnesium case and easy upgrade options enhance its value. Connectivity lacks advanced ports such as USB4 or Thunderbolt, which may be a minor limitation.  

Overall, the Medion S20 provides reliable performance and robust build quality suitable for comfortable home-office usage.  

Available for 999 euros from Aldi online.

The Lenovo ThinkPad L14 G4, powered by the AMD Ryzen 5 7530U, delivers solid everyday performance, great upgradeability, and a bright, low-power display. Its good input devices, typical ThinkPad features, and affordable pricing make it ideal for budget-conscious professionals. 

 It's a practical, robust laptop with traditional ThinkPad reliability at a reasonable price.  

Available at Galaxus for 910 euros (AMD Ryzen 5 7530U, 16 GB RAM, 512 GB SSD).

The Huawei MateBook D 14 (2022) provides reliable performance based on an Intel Core i5-1155G7 processor, combined with 16 GB of RAM and a 512 GB SSD. In testing, the MateBook impressed us with its robust and stylish aluminum unibody case, quiet cooling system, and solid battery life, making it suitable for mobile use. Its system performance is sufficient for everyday office tasks, web browsing, and multimedia use.  

Overall, the MateBook D 14 (2022) delivers a balanced combination of portability, quiet operation, good battery performance, and solid everyday performance in a stylish and durable package.  

The Huawei MateBook D 14 (2022) did not show any significant shortcomings in our test and offers good value as an everyday office notebook.

The Acer Swift Go 14 in our test configuration is based on an Intel Core i5-1335U processor, which combines a total of 10 cores and 12 threads. With DDR5 RAM, Acer also employs the latest memory standard. The laptop features a high-quality OLED display with accurate color reproduction and a practical 16:10 aspect ratio. The Acer Swift Go 14 impresses further in terms of connectivity with two Thunderbolt interfaces. One disadvantage is the very compact build, which leaves almost no room for future upgrades, as many components are permanently installed.  

With an attractive design, solid performance, a high-quality OLED panel, and up-to-date connectivity, the Acer Swift Go 14 is a well-rounded notebook at an affordable price.

The Acer Swift Go 14 SFG14-71-51JU is currently available at Notebooksbilliger.de for 697 euros.

The Lenovo ThinkPad E16 G1 is part of Lenovo's affordable business-focused E-series. Powered by the economical yet capable Intel Core i5-1335U with 10 cores and 12 threads, it offers efficient performance for everyday business tasks. It also includes 16 GB DDR4 RAM and a fast 512 GB NVMe SSD.

Positive highlights include easy maintenance and the useful addition of a Thunderbolt 4 port, enhancing connectivity flexibility. Thanks to its strong connectivity options, easy upgradeability, and dependable daily performance, the Lenovo ThinkPad E16 G1 is an excellent choice for productivity-oriented users.  

The ThinkPad E16 G1 in our tested configuration is available at Notebookstore for 825 euros. The same configuration (Core i5-1335U, non-touch) is listed at Galaxus for 932 euros.

The Ninkear 15 Plus is an affordable notebook powered by an AMD Ryzen 7 5700U processor, paired with 16 GB DDR4 RAM and a 512 GB SSD. The Ninkear 15 Plus impressed us during testing with its stylish and durable aluminum case, long battery runtimes, and comfortable keyboard, making it suitable for extended use. The laptop provides a quiet cooling solution as well, adding to the comfort of daily operation.  

Overall, the Ninkear 15 Plus combines reliable performance, appealing design, good battery life, and user-friendly features, making it a solid, affordable office notebook.  

Currently, our original tested configuration (16 GB RAM, 512 GB SSD) of the Ninkear 15 Plus is out of stock almost everywhere. However, the upgraded version with 32 GB of RAM and a 1 TB NVMe SSD is available for 799 euros on Amazon.

The Schenker Work 14 Base proved to be a solid everyday working device in our test. Equipped with an Intel Core i5-1235U processor, it provided sufficient performance for typical office tasks. There is nothing to criticize regarding the build quality, and the high-quality choice of materials, including its aluminum case, contributes positively to the overall impression. Schenker offers good maintenance options, which is typical of the brand, and the laptop includes a comfortable keyboard suitable for daily work.  

Overall, the Schenker Work 14 Base is an affordable and reliable laptop ideal for simple office tasks, benefiting from its robust build quality and excellent upgradeability.  

The Schenker Work 14 Base can be ordered or configured at Bestware starting from 699 euros.