Hayden Dingman

Games Reporter

Hayden writes about games for PCWorld and doubles as the resident Zork enthusiast.

Back to school on a budget: Choosing a cheap laptop to fit your needs

Acer Aspire E-15 review: This laptop packs solid performance, but at too high a price

Acer Aspire E-15 review: This laptop packs solid performance, but at too high a price

The Acer Aspire E-15 isn't a bad machine, but it's a bit of an also-ran—there are cheaper machines with better specs and performance.

HP Pavilion x360 11T review: An IPS display and zippy storage for under $500

HP Pavilion x360 11T review: An IPS display and zippy storage for under $500

The HP Pavilion x360 11T isn't a performance wunderkind, but it has the look and feel of a much more expensive laptop thanks to fantastic craftsmanship.

Dell Inspiron 15 5000 Series review: One of the most attractive budget laptops on the market

Dell Inspiron 15 5000 Series review: One of the most attractive budget laptops on the market

Dell combines a gorgeous case with decent performance for one of the best all-around laptops under $500.

Lenovo IdeaPad 100 review: This big laptop's got a tiny little processor, but it's cheap

Lenovo IdeaPad 100 review: This big laptop's got a tiny little processor, but it's cheap

This Lenovo laptop is poised to take on Chromebooks, so expect Chromebook-style performance.

Acer Aspire Switch 10 E review: A solid choice for those who need maximum portability

Acer Aspire Switch 10 E review: A solid choice for those who need maximum portability

It's a laptop. It's a tablet. It's the Acer Aspire Switch 10 E, and it's here to try and prove hybrids don't have to be terrible.

Lenovo S21e review: For those on the tightest of budgets, there's this sub-$200 laptop

Lenovo S21e review: For those on the tightest of budgets, there's this sub-$200 laptop

Lenovo's S21e is more of a large netbook than a small laptop—but it also retails for under $200. Now we're talking bargains.

Toshiba Satellite C55-C5240 review: The best performance you'll find under $500

Toshiba Satellite C55-C5240 review: The best performance you'll find under $500

The Toshiba Satellite C55-C may not look like much, but she's got it where it counts, kid.

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