The cost of the average laptop has almost halved in the past year and it’s now possible to get a system with a highly usable specification for less than £800 (inc. VAT). Although such laptops will not suit everyone – those looking for more performance would be better suited reading our mid-range review on page 37 – for light use or for those new to mobile computing, such a price point is an attractive proposition. Over the following pages you’ll discover exactly how far your budget can be shrunk and still find a machine that meets your mobile computing needs.