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Why We Love This Deal
As computers get more advanced (the new iPhone 17 Pro is going to be $1,099), there’s a serious need for affordable tech, maybe now more than ever. Not every laptop needs to be a MacBook with top-of-the-line capabilities, but Apple historically hasn’t really offered much for budget shoppers. Instead, it’s worth checking out this affordable Windows alternative that Walmart has recently dropped to a sub-$200 price point.
The HP 14-Inch HD Windows Laptop is now sitting at the incredible price of $179. Despite tariffs, despite rising tech prices, and despite how popular it is (hundreds are selling by the day), the absurdly low price is still being offered. Don’t let this opportunity slip through your hands because we have seen similar deals on affordable laptops sell out quickly.
HP 14-Inch HD Windows Laptop, $179 (was $230) at Walmart
What Shoppers Should Know
- Screen: 14-Inch HD
- Processor: Intel N150
- Memory: 4GB RAM
- Storage: 128GB UFS
- Battery Life: Over 8 hours
- Webcam and Mic Included?: Yes
- Ideal Use Case: Getting work done with no distractions or as a portable laptop that can be handled with less care.
In many ways, this is a very simple laptop. It’s (now) $179, has 4GB of RAM, and 128GB of storage. For those who want a simple laptop to sit down with, write out documents, get taxes done, and finish that spreadsheet without the temptations of another League game, it’s pretty much perfect. A free year of Microsoft 365 makes this use case even more compelling.
There’s also a huge case for this to be the go-to travel laptop. The one that gets shoved in checked airplane bags or used on the crowded train, coffee shop, or cafe, and braves the potential of a spilled latte so the teched out Asus ROG or HP Omen gets spared. Or, take it camping with a portable power station and have access to a computer wherever you go.
In any event, the screen, keyboard, mic, webcam, and hard drive alone are all probably hard to source on your own for less than $200 these days. That’s especially true when the costs of shipping (tariffs) are added on. And, with individual components, you don’t have the convenience of having everything in a very transportable 14-inch fully assembled laptop format.
What Shoppers Are Saying
Nearly all who have shared their feedback agree that the computer is easy to set up, even among those who don’t otherwise seem computer savvy. One user called it the go-to laptop for when you “just need to get things done,” while another user, a ham radio operator, said they used the laptop as “a dedicated logging computer to keep track of radio contacts.” The versatility is here, even in the form of a small machine.
Another shopper really summed it up perfectly, however, saying, “If you just want something for checking social media or other website-based things, this is perfect.” The user had the exact idea about what this computer is all about.
The HP 14-Inch HD Windows Laptop is currently just $179. That’s an incredibly attractive price for anybody who needs a no-nonsense computer with no frills.
