Skip to product grid

Cheap Laptops Under £300 That Actually Work

Cheap laptops under £300 don't have to mean rubbish quality. Our budget-friendly refurbished laptops give you proper reliable computing without breaking the bank. Perfect for students, light work, or as a backup machine. Every laptops under £300 comes thoroughly tested and ready to handle your daily tasks.

These reconditioned machines from trusted brands like HP, Dell, and Lenovo prove you don't need to spend a fortune for decent computing. Whether you need entry level laptops for basic tasks or budget laptops for everyday use, we've matched performance with price.

✔️ Premium Grade - Stunning condition with excellent performance
✔️ Free UK Shipping - Timed delivery, no waiting around
✔️ 104-Point Testing - Thoroughly tested, guaranteed
✔️ 2-Year Warranty -  Longer than with new laptops
✔️ 60-Day Guarantee - Love it or get a refund

Help Me Buy A Refurbished Laptop Under £300

32 products

Load More Cheap Laptops Under £300 That Actually Work

Why Choose MintPCs for Your Refurbished Tech Under £300?

HP 15s-eq1048na AMD Ryzen 7 (4th Gen) 15.6 Inch Laptop - live time

We're not magicians – just British folk who hate seeing good tech go to waste.

Where Our Refurbished Laptops Under £300 Come From
Business leases, corporate upgrades and ex-displays. Built to last 10+ years.

Our Testing Is Proper Thorough
Every refurbished laptop passes a 102-point test using Eurosoft's platinum PC-Check®.

We're Engineers, Not Salespeople
We know exactly which bits to upgrade for maximum performance. Half the price, double the performance.

The Mint Promise
Premium refurbished condition. 60 day money back guarantee. 2 Year warranty. Free delivery!

Read More About Mint PCs

What Premium Refurbished Cheap Laptops Really Means

Just because you're buying budget doesn't mean you should settle for tatty. Our cheap laptops under £300 go through the same rigorous refurbishment process as our premium machines. Every laptop gets completely refreshed - faster storage, optimized memory, cosmetic issues sorted, and performance tuned until it runs brilliant.

Pixel Perfect Screen: Crystal clear display ideal for long study sessions

Mint Keyboard: Comfortable for endless essay typing

Brill Body: Minor light scratches only, no cracks or dents

Battery Health Verified: Minimum 80% capacity with long battery life

✅ Memory Optimized: RAM configured for multitasking between apps

✅ Storage Upgraded: Fast SSD for quick boot times and file access

✅ Ready to Use: Fresh Windows install, fully updated, zero bloatware

Refurbished Laptop Buying Made Simple

Skip the confusing specs. Here's what actually matters when you're shopping for cheap laptops under £300.

Read the full guide

Processor (Your Laptop's Engine)
Think of this as your laptop's engine power.

  • Celeron & Pentium: Perfect for basic web browsing, emails, and light document work
  • Intel i3 or AMD A-Series: Reliable choice for everyday tasks and light multitasking
  • Older Intel i5: Great performance for the price, handles most daily computing
  • AMD Ryzen 3: Efficient processors that punch above their weight

Generations (Newer = Faster)
Older doesn't always mean slower - just different strengths.

  • 4th-6th Gen Intel: Proper reliable for basic tasks, fantastic value
  • 7th-8th Gen Intel: Sweet spot of performance and price
  • AMD A-Series: Budget-friendly processors that handle everyday computing
  • Early Ryzen: Modern efficiency at budget prices

Storage (Where Everything Lives)
Your files, photos, and programs need space

  • 128GB SSD: Lightning fast but limited space for files
  • 256GB SSD: Perfect balance of speed and storage capacity
  • 500GB HDD: More space but slower loading times
  • 1TB HDD: Loads of room for everything you need

Storage (Where Everything Lives)
Your files, photos, and programs need space

  • 128GB SSD: Lightning fast but limited space for files
  • 256GB SSD: Perfect balance of speed and storage capacity
  • 500GB HDD: More space but slower loading times
  • 1TB HDD: Loads of room for everything you need

Popular Model Lines (Brand Quality)
What each series brings to the table.

Frequently Asked Questions


What exactly can I do with a laptop under £300?

More than you'd think! These machines handle web browsing, streaming, office work, light photo editing, and video calls with ease. They're perfect for students, home users, or anyone who needs reliable computing without premium features. You won't be gaming or video editing, but for everyday tasks they're brilliant.

Are these actually cheap laptops or just old ones?

Both, but in a good way! We take quality older business machines and refurbish them properly. Out go the slow hard drives, in go fast SSDs. Fresh operating systems, thorough testing, and performance optimization. You get laptop that's older but runs faster than many new budget machines.

How long will a £300 laptop actually last?

These business-grade machines were built to last 5-10 years in corporate environments. With our refurbishment and 2-year warranty, expect at least 3-4 years of reliable service. Many customers use them much longer. The build quality is often better than new laptops at this price.

Will it be fast enough for my needs?

If you're doing basic computing - web browsing, emails, documents, streaming - then absolutely. These laptops boot in seconds with their SSD upgrades and handle everyday tasks smoothly. They're not gaming machines, but for typical home and student use, they're more than adequate.

What about software - what's included?

Every laptop comes with a fresh Windows installation, fully updated and optimized. No bloatware, no trial software, no nasty surprises. Just a clean, fast system ready to use. You'll need to install your own programs, but that means you only get what you actually want.

Can I return it if it's not right for me?

Absolutely. You get 60 days to try it properly. Use it for work, test your favorite websites, take it anywhere. If you're not completely happy for any reason, just return it and we'll give you a full refund. No questions, no hassle.