Best Laptops for teenagers

1. Morostron 13.5-inch portable touchscreen laptop, (16GB RAM, 512GB SSD), 3K (3000×2000) IPS, Celeron N95 processor up to 3.4 GHz, backlit keyboard, fingerprint unlocking, Win 11 Pro

Price: £369.99 | Rating:

Here's the thing: when you look at what the Morostron offers for the money, it's genuinely hard to find fault. A 3K IPS touchscreen at 3000x2000 resolution on a 13.5-inch panel is proper impressive. Most laptops at this price are pushing 1080p at best. For a teenager who spends time on YouTube, Netflix, or just wants their homework to look sharp, this screen is a real highlight.

The 16GB RAM and 512GB SSD are generous at this price point. Multitasking between school apps, a browser with fifteen tabs open, and Spotify in the background? No problem. The Celeron N95 processor is the honest limitation here. It'll handle everyday tasks without complaint, but don't expect it to run demanding games or heavy video editing. For most teenagers, that's absolutely fine.

The touchscreen adds genuine value for teens who are used to swiping on phones and tablets. Fingerprint unlocking is a nice touch too, quick and convenient for a teenager who can't be bothered typing a password every morning. The backlit keyboard is useful for late-night homework sessions (we've all been there). Windows 11 Pro means full software compatibility, so no worrying about whether a school app will run.

Build quality feels solid for the price, though it's not going to match a Dell or Samsung at twice the cost. Battery life is decent but not class-leading. Still, as an all-round package for a teenager who wants a proper Windows laptop without spending over £400, this is our top pick.

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2. Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro 360 Laptop (2024) 16" Intel Core Ultra 7 16GB 512GB Moonstone Grey

Price: £1,499.12 | Rating:

Right, let's be upfront. This is an expensive laptop. At over £1,600, it's not what most families are shopping for when looking at laptops for teenagers. But if budget genuinely isn't a concern and you want the best-built, most versatile machine on this list, the Galaxy Book4 Pro 360 is it.

The 16-inch AMOLED display is gorgeous. Colours are vivid, blacks are deep, and the 2-in-1 design means it folds flat into a tablet mode, which teenagers actually use more than you'd think. The Core Ultra 7 processor handles everything a teenager could throw at it, from video editing to gaming to running multiple creative apps at once. Build quality is exceptional. This feels like a premium product in every way.

For a teenager heading into sixth form or preparing for university, this is a laptop that will genuinely last four or five years without feeling outdated. The S Pen stylus support is great for note-taking in class. Samsung's ecosystem integration works well if your teen already uses a Samsung phone.

The honest truth? Most teenagers don't need this. But for those who do creative work, need a reliable machine for years to come, or simply want the best, it earns its place on this list.

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3. ASUS Vivobook S 14 S3407QA Laptop | 14.0-inch 2.8K Screen | CoPilot+ PC | Qualcomm Snapdragon X Plus | 16GB RAM | 1TB PCIe G4 SSD | UK Layout Backlit Keyboard | 20 Hour Battery Life | Windows 11 Home

Price: £550.00 | Rating:

Twenty hours of battery life. That's the headline number here, and it's the reason this laptop deserves serious attention for teenagers. A teen who carries their laptop to school, uses it all day, and then does homework in the evening genuinely doesn't want to worry about charging. The Vivobook S 14 solves that problem completely.

The 2.8K screen is sharp and bright, making it great for both schoolwork and media. The Snapdragon X Plus processor is a newer ARM-based chip that handles everyday tasks efficiently, which is a big part of why the battery life is so impressive. The 1TB SSD gives plenty of room for projects, downloads, and whatever else teenagers accumulate. And 16GB RAM means this won't feel slow for years.

One thing to be aware of: the Snapdragon X Plus is an ARM chip, which means some older Windows software may not run natively. Most modern apps are fine, but it's worth checking if your teen uses any specialist software for school. For general use, streaming, and productivity, it's not an issue at all.

At this price, it's a proper investment. But the combination of screen quality, battery life and storage makes it genuinely good value for a teenager who needs a reliable machine for the next few years.

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4. Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 | 14 inch Full HD Laptop | Intel Core i5-12450H | 16GB RAM | 512GB SSD | Windows 11 Home | Abyss Blue

Price: £279.99 | Rating:

Lenovo's IdeaPad range has always been a solid choice for students, and this 14-inch model with the Core i5-12450H is a proper mid-range option. The i5-12450H is a genuine performance chip, not a watered-down mobile processor. It handles multitasking, light gaming, and creative apps without breaking a sweat.

For a teenager who wants a Windows laptop that can handle more than just homework, this is a strong contender. The 16GB RAM and 512GB SSD are exactly what you want at this price. The Abyss Blue colour is a nice touch too. Teenagers care about how their stuff looks. This doesn't look like a boring corporate machine.

The Full HD display is decent without being spectacular. Battery life is acceptable but won't last a full school day on a single charge. That's the main trade-off compared to the Vivobook S above. But if your teen has access to charging during the day, it's not a dealbreaker.

At this price, it's positioned just above the Vivobook S, which makes the value comparison a bit awkward. The Vivobook S has a better screen and far better battery. But the IdeaPad's Intel chip has broader software compatibility, which matters for some users.

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5. msi Raider 18" QHD+ 240Hz Gaming Laptop, Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX, GeForce RTX 5090 24GB GDDR7, 64GB DDR5, 5TB Storage (4TB SSD+1TB Docking Station), 24-Zone RGB Backlit Keyboard, Win 11 Pro, Black

Price: £7,149.49 | Rating:

Look, this is not a sensible laptop for a teenager. At over £7,000, it costs more than most family cars. But if you've got a teenager who is serious about gaming, content creation, or 3D work, and budget is genuinely not a concern, the MSI Raider 18 is in a different league to everything else on this list.

The RTX 5090 with 24GB of GDDR7 is the most powerful mobile GPU available right now. The 240Hz QHD+ display makes games look and feel incredible. Sixty-four gigabytes of DDR5 RAM means this machine won't be the bottleneck in anything your teenager does, ever. The 5TB of storage (4TB SSD plus a 1TB docking station) is absurd in the best possible way.

For a teenager who streams, creates content, or competes in gaming, this is the tool that removes every limitation. The 24-zone RGB keyboard is the kind of thing teenagers genuinely love. It's heavy, it runs hot under load, and the battery life is predictably poor when gaming. You'll need a plug nearby.

We're including it because some families do buy premium gaming laptops for teenagers, and if you're going to spend this kind of money, you should at least know you're getting the best available.

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6. ASUS Chromebook Plus 15 CX1505 Review UK 2024

Price: £239.20 | Rating:

The ASUS Chromebook Plus 15 sits in an interesting spot. At £295, it's not the cheapest Chromebook on this list, but the larger 15-inch screen gives teenagers more room to work. If your teen does a lot of writing, spreadsheet work, or just prefers a bigger display for watching content, the extra screen real estate is genuinely useful.

The Chromebook Plus designation means it meets Google's higher performance standards, so it should handle multiple tabs and Android apps more smoothly than a basic Chromebook. For a teenager who lives in Google Docs, Google Classroom, and YouTube, this is a comfortable daily driver.

The honest limitation is that it's still Chrome OS. If your teen needs Windows-specific software for school or wants to play PC games, this won't cut it. And at £295, you're getting close to Windows laptop territory, which is worth considering. But for a teenager who is happy in the Google ecosystem and wants a bigger screen, it's a decent option.

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7. Dell XPS 13 9345 Laptop, Copilot+ AI PC (13.4" FHD+ 120Hz, Snapdragon X Plus (> Intel i7-1355U), 16GB 8448MT/s RAM, 512GB SSD), Thin & Light, 27 Hours Battery Life, IR Webcam, Wi-Fi 7, Win 11 Pro

Price: £2,152.25 | Rating:

The Dell XPS 13 is one of the most respected ultrabooks on the market, and the 9345 with Snapdragon X Plus continues that tradition. Twenty-seven hours of claimed battery life is extraordinary. Even in real-world use, you're looking at a laptop that comfortably lasts two full school days on a charge. For a teenager who forgets to plug in (so, every teenager), that's a genuine advantage.

The 120Hz FHD+ display is smooth and sharp. Wi-Fi 7 future-proofs the connectivity. The IR webcam is great for video calls and secure face login. Build quality is exceptional, with a premium aluminium chassis that feels genuinely solid. This is a laptop that won't feel cheap after a year of use.

At over £2,100, it's expensive. But for a teenager heading to university or sixth form who needs a machine that will last four or five years without compromise, the XPS 13 makes a strong case. The Snapdragon X Plus has the same ARM compatibility caveats as the Vivobook S, so check your teen's software needs first.

For most teenagers, this is more than they need. But it's genuinely one of the best laptops available at any price point, and it earns its place on this list for families who want to buy once and buy right.

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8. ASUS Chromebook 14 CX1405CTA Laptop | 14.0" Full HD Screen | Intel Celeron N50 Processor | 4GB RAM | 64GB eMMC | Google Chrome OS

Price: £204.90 | Rating:

None of the laptops on this list fall under £50, and we're being honest about that. The ASUS Chromebook 14 CX1405CTA is the closest entry-level option at around £205, and it earns the badge for being the most basic, stripped-back choice available here.

For a teenager who only needs to browse the web, use Google Docs, and watch YouTube, this does the job. The 14-inch Full HD screen is a genuine positive at this price. Chrome OS keeps things simple and secure, which matters for younger teenagers especially.

But the 4GB RAM is a real limitation. In 2026, 4GB feels tight even for Chrome OS. You'll notice slowdown with multiple tabs open, and Android apps can feel sluggish. The 64GB eMMC storage fills up quickly if your teen downloads anything. This is a laptop that does the basics and not much more. For a teenager with very light needs or as a secondary device, it's fine. As a primary laptop for a busy teen, it'll frustrate.

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9. ASUS Vivobook 14(2025), 14", FHD Slim Laptop, Intel 13th Core i5-1334U, UHD Graphics, Privacy Camera, Bluetooth5.1, Windows 11 H, Quiet Blue, W/HDMI (24GB RAM | 2TB SSD)

Price: £1,358.71 | Rating:

Twenty-four gigabytes of RAM and a 2TB SSD sounds impressive, and it is. For a teenager who stores a lot of media, works with large files, or just never wants to worry about running out of space, this configuration is genuinely generous. The privacy camera shutter is a thoughtful addition for teenagers who are conscious about online safety.

The Core i5-1334U is a 13th-gen Intel chip that handles everyday tasks comfortably. It's not going to win any performance benchmarks, but for schoolwork, streaming, and light creative work, it's perfectly adequate. The FHD display is functional. The Quiet Blue colour is appealing.

Here's the honest issue: at over £1,300, this is expensive for what you get. The 13th-gen i5 is not a new chip, and you can find newer, faster processors in cheaper laptops on this list. The value proposition relies heavily on that 24GB RAM and 2TB SSD configuration. If your teen genuinely needs that storage, it makes sense. If they don't, there are better options for less money.

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10. ASUS Chromebook 11 CR1100 11.6 HD Laptop with 3 Year Warranty (Intel Celeron N4500, 4GB RAM, 64GB eMMC, Google Chrome Operating System) Includes 3 Year ASUS warranty

Price: £299.99 | Rating:

The ASUS Chromebook 11 CR1100 is built for younger teenagers and first-time laptop users. The 3-year ASUS warranty is the standout feature here. Teenagers are not always the most careful with their belongings, and knowing you've got three years of manufacturer support is genuinely reassuring for parents.

The build is tougher than a standard consumer laptop. It's designed to handle the bumps and drops of school life. Chrome OS keeps things simple: there's not much a teenager can do to break it through dodgy downloads or accidental settings changes. For a parent handing over a first laptop, that peace of mind is worth something.

The 11.6-inch HD screen is small, and the 4GB RAM and 64GB eMMC are basic. This is not a laptop for a teenager who wants to do anything demanding. But for a younger teen who needs a device for Google Classroom, basic browsing, and video calls with family, it does exactly what it needs to. The compact size also makes it easy to carry.

At this price, it's not the cheapest option, but the warranty and build quality justify the premium over a basic entry-level Chromebook.

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11. Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 | 15 inch Full HD Laptop | Intel Core i3-N305 | 8GB RAM | 128GB UFS | Windows 11 Home in S mode | Arctic Grey

Price: £379.00 | Rating:

The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 15-inch is the budget Windows option on this list. At £329, it gives teenagers a bigger 15-inch screen and a proper Windows experience without spending a fortune. The Core i3-N305 and 8GB RAM are enough for everyday schoolwork, streaming, and light use.

There's a catch, though. Windows 11 Home in S mode means your teen can only install apps from the Microsoft Store by default. That's more restrictive than it sounds. Many popular apps, games, and tools aren't available there. You can switch out of S mode for free, but it's a one-way process and worth knowing about before you buy.

The 128GB UFS storage is on the tight side for a Windows laptop. Teenagers accumulate files, downloads, and games quickly. An external drive or cloud storage subscription will likely be needed. Battery life is decent for the price. The 15-inch Full HD screen is a genuine positive, giving more room for schoolwork and media.

For a family on a strict budget who wants Windows rather than Chrome OS, this is a reasonable starting point. Just be aware of the S mode restriction and the storage limitations.

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12. HP Chromebook 14" | Intel N100 Processor | 8 GB RAM | 128 GB Flash Storage | Intel UHD Graphics | FHD Display | Up to 12.25 Hours Battery | Chrome OS | Dual Speakers | Glacier Silver | 14a-nf0003sa

Price: £149.00 | Rating:

At around £199, the HP Chromebook 14 is the best value laptop for teenagers on this entire list. Full stop. The Intel N100 processor is a genuine step up from the Celeron chips in cheaper Chromebooks. Eight gigabytes of RAM means Chrome OS runs smoothly with multiple tabs and apps open. The 128GB flash storage is more than enough for a Chromebook. And the battery life of over 12 hours means it genuinely lasts a full school day and then some.

The Full HD display is sharp and comfortable to use for homework and streaming. The dual speakers are a nice touch for a budget laptop. Glacier Silver looks clean and professional without being boring. For a teenager who uses Google Classroom, Google Docs, YouTube, and the occasional Android app, this covers everything without compromise.

Chrome OS keeps things secure and simple. There's no risk of malware from dodgy downloads, and updates happen automatically in the background. For parents who worry about their teenager accidentally breaking a Windows installation, that's a real advantage.

The limitations are the same as any Chromebook: no Windows software, limited gaming, and dependency on internet connectivity for some features. But for the price, the HP Chromebook 14 is a genuinely impressive package. It's our top budget recommendation for teenagers without hesitation. This is the one to buy if you want solid performance without spending over £200. For more on what makes a good budget Chromebook, RTINGS has an excellent breakdown of Chromebook performance testing.

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