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  "path": "/threads/laptop-recommendations-500-max-refurbs-are-fine.2634463/",
  "publishedAt": "2026-05-13T23:42:26.000Z",
  "site": "https://forums.anandtech.com",
  "tags": [
    "Laptops"
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  "textContent": "I recently started a new gig and need a speedy enough laptop for mostly web apps. My aging chromebook just doesn't cut it.\n\nI picked up an m1 macbook air and, while I'm actually really pleased with the performance, I worry about it being 6 years old. What are some good windows laptops that would be an upgrade or at least a slightly newer/more supported side-grade? Have 28 days left to decide on swapping it.\n\nedit: I've been flirting with pulling the trigger on a Surface 3 or 4 with Ryzen. Upgrade or downgrade?",
  "title": "Laptop recommendations - $500 max (refurbs are fine)"
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