How bad is the Cheapest Laptop
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The video explores the absolute cheapest Windows laptop available on the market, purchased as the very first result when arranging all new Windows laptops by price. The host highlights that the device is a 10.1 inch, full HD netbook with 3 GB of RAM and 32 GB of storage, wrapped in a bright pink chassis. The opening segment focuses on unboxing and the initial impressions, noting that the package includes a bonus mouse and that the build feels light yet not entirely terrible for the price. We then dive into the two different laptop labels included inside the box, which creates some early confusion about what is actually in the device. The host flags the micro USB power input from the AliExpress listing but confirms the actual unit ships with a barrel jack and Type-C charging option, indicating some inconsistency between listing and reality. Even early on, the emphasis is on tradeoffs: a light device with a huge bezel, a controversial screen-to-body ratio, and an overall experience that is far from premium but carries a surprising amount of curiosity due to the price. By the end of this first segment, the video sets up the central question: is the cheapest laptop merely a novelty or a functional tool for basic tasks?
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Questions answered
- What is the main takeaway about the cheapest Windows laptop used in the video?
- The takeaway is that while the budget laptop is extremely inexpensive and occasionally quirky, it struggles with basic performance, build quality, and component choices, making it largely impractical for everyday use beyond very light tasks.
- Does the video recommend buying the cheapest laptop as a daily driver?
- No, the video strongly suggests that for only a little more money you can get a significantly more capable machine, and recommends against relying on the cheapest option for regular use.
- What positive aspect does the host find about the box contents?
- The host notes that the included mouse is a pleasant bonus, offering a tangible upgrade to user interaction despite the low price.
- What major hardware limitation is highlighted in the tests?
- A Celeron or Atom CPU paired with 2.8 GB of memory and eMMC storage results in very slow performance, making tasks like browsing, video playback, and gaming impractical.
- Which upgrade path is discussed as a possible improvement?
- Proposals include installing an M.2 SSD and possibly upgrading RAM, though the device’s layout and BIOS/firmware constraints may limit the impact.