Taking the GeoBook 2E out of the box you will see that it is very thin and while the design of the laptop looks nice you will find the laptop seems to be cheaply built. There is no real weight to the laptop and the case attracts fingerprints and damages easily. The material of the GeoBook 2E seems to be plastic but with mild heavy usage, I can’t see any physical damage or anything that would impact the usage of the laptop. Display One of the most notable features of this laptop is its 12.5-inch display, which provides ample screen real estate for both work and entertainment. The display is also touch-sensitive, making it easy to navigate through Windows 10. We understand that education is a two-way process and it is vital to ensure students and teachers can connect both visibly and audibly to share questions, answers and more. GeoBook 2e is equipped with a 2MP webcam, dual microphones, and dual speakers to help keep communication as clear and simple as possible.

When the battery is charged it uses about 4.2W according to my USB-C cable and more when it is charging. It supports PD and when I put it on charge it used 17W while the device was turned off. When using the device with its charging it used around 24W. Connectivity GeoBook 2e is for learning, at any time in any place. A lightweight 12.5-inch design ensures easy portability for users of all ages while an Intel Quad or Dual Core processor, 4GB of RAM memory and 64GB of fast eMMC built-in storage provide the performance. Maintaining a stable connection during remote learning is key to getting messages across first-time around, so GeoBook 2e comes with 802.11 AC WiFi technology to keep students and teachers connected when it matters most.

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At this price, it is also useful to have as a spare device for friends and family when they pop around. Seriously at this price, it is worth what you get and more so when you think would spend around the same to get an alright tablet. That said, you should aim to buy a laptop that’s not too old. Cheap laptops from a few years ago were slow when they launched and might feel even slower today, as programs and the web have become more demanding for older computers. What to look for in a cheap laptop The only thing that comes preinstalled is Windows 10 and I had a mess around with it and it worked well enough although I installed ZorinOS. There is not much to say about Windows as everyone has likely used it by now and knows what you get. Price and Value

A Mini-HDMI port is included for connecting an external screen to improve your multitasking capability. A 3.5mm port is included for connecting headphones and headsets, which can also be connected wirelessly via Bluetooth. GeoBook 2e comes with the latest connectivity options including a USB Type-C port supporting power, data, and displays. 2 high-speed USB 3.0 ports offer the widest compatibility with peripherals available on the market including keyboards, mice and more. Headphones can be connected via USB, 3.5mm Audio or Bluetooth. Processor: Intel Atom and older Intel Celeron processors (look out for model number starting with N3 and N40, such as N3060 or N4020, as these are old and slow).I am unable to comment about how accurate the colours of the screen are but I can tell you that I wouldn’t trust it if you need it to be perfect but I can tell you something annoying and that is the GeoBook 2E I have has an annoying blue hue on the display. While it isn’t noticeable after a short while most people who posted a review about the GeoBook 2E have commented the same and it isn’t the blue light filter that some people suggest it is. The GeoBook 2E 12.5-inch Laptop is a great choice for anyone in need of a reliable and efficient device. With the widest range of software and peripheral device compatibility available, Windows 10 is the only choice for productivity. Cheerful designs: Some budget laptops have more colourful, slightly rugged designs. While this won’t ever make or break a laptop buying decision, it can be a nice bonus.

An edge-to-edge keyboard maximises the space available, ensuring a comfortable and intuitive typing experience. A versatile and reversible USB-C port provides power and data connectivity along with the facility to add multi-port expansion hubs. This is supported by two USB 3.0 ports, offering fast data transfer. If you’re thinking of buying a cheap laptop, you should know what you can and can’t do with your new machine. Pros of cheap laptops As you can tell from the processor it is not that powerful and you will not be watching games on it. You will be able to browse the Internet, do office-related stuff on it and do very light gaming such as emulation but beyond that, you will not get much out of it. The graphics aren’t that great either but it is on-board graphics, what do you expect? We'd recommend a smaller, 11-inch screen (to make the laptop easy and safe to carry around). Avoid big, heavy laptops that a child will struggle to carry.

The display on the GeoBook 2E is a mixed bag but comes with a 12.5″ screen. The resolution of the laptop is very low for modern standards and comes at a 1366 x 768. You won’t be watching any videos in 1080p quality. The display itself is quite sharp and does get quite bright but it isn’t something you will be able to use with the sun glaring on the screen. Chromebooks are also worth a look. In fact, your child might already use one at school, as these are popular among educational institutions. Read our guide to the best Chromebooks for more. The laptop comes with quite a few connectivity options. First, you have Bluetooth and Wi-Fi although sadly no ethernet. I am not surprised at this due to how thin it is but it would have been nice to have seen people that might be using this laptop in an office.