PC laptop recs - $1200 budget

Hi guys, looking for recs for pc laptops. I'd prefer to spend around 1000$ but you know if i have to spend a little more that's fine. What are your thoughts? I need this pc not for gaming or anything i just need it so i can use excel for my finance classses and can practice and get quick

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Based on the most helpful WSO content, here are some recommendations for a PC laptop within your budget that would be great for your finance classes and excel practice:

  1. Lenovo ThinkPad: A user mentioned that they were able to get one of the top models for $650 with a student discount and sale price. It runs well even with multiple tabs, Excel, and PowerPoint open.

  2. Dell 9th gen + i5/i7: Another user recommended this with 8+ GB DDR4 RAM and an SSD (hybrid if possible). It also has a good battery, screen, and keypad.

Remember, these are just recommendations based on previous WSO threads. It's always a good idea to do some research and find the laptop that suits your needs best. Happy shopping!

Sources: https://www.wallstreetoasis.com/forum/investment-banking/new-laptop-recommendations?customgpt=1, https://www.wallstreetoasis.com/forum/investment-banking/laptop-for-excel-training?customgpt=1, I Need Laptop Recommendations

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