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If you’re a student, going back to school means buying new supplies to make the most of the new school year. This year is going to be different. You’re going to do better, work smarter, and finish your homework and school projects quickly. But first, you’re going to need a new laptop to help you achieve all of your goals in the classroom.

We've rounded up the best laptops from leading computer manufacturers including Apple, Asus, Lenovo, Razer, and others from around the web to help you get your classroom work done.

These machines are great for productivity, like work processing and research, but they can also balance your school life and campus life — like watching videos, listening to music, and even playing a few video games here and there — without skipping a beat.