If you’re going to buy a device that doubles as a laptop and a tablet, the display really matters. Dell’s Inspiron 11 3000 ( $440 as tested, $330 to start) 2-in-1 stands out because its touch screen is brighter and more colorful than those offered by the competition.
The Intel Pentium N3530 processor, 4GB of RAM and 500GB provide the pep and storage you need, all for well under $500, and this Dell lasts longer on a charge than most of its peers. There are faster 2-in-1s in this price range, but overall, the updated Inspiron 11 3000 is the one to beat.