What is the cheapest way to get best budget laptop in [Apr 2026]?

[BiscuitTin]

Wanted a proper answer rather than another generic guide.

The simplest fix is usually right but it takes longer to find.

I am trying to make a decision and the usual sources are not giving me a straight answer.

Happy to share more detail if it helps

[Pilgrim]

Fair point, I would not argue against it. The result will answer the question better than any of us can