If need a very affordable laptop, you should definitely check this one out. Right now, BestBuy.ca has some refurb that are priced below $300. They are both Lenovo B757 laptops that appear to have identical specifications. However, they are listed separately on BestBuy.ca, so we'll take a look at both:

• Lenovo 15.6" B575 Laptop w/AMD E-450 Processor, 1366x768 display, 320GB HD, 4GB RAM, Windows 7, Radeon 6320 graphics, DVDRW, Wireless N, 6-cell battery - $269.99
• Lenovo 15.6" B575-1450XF4 Laptop w/AMD E-450 Processor, 1366x768 display, 320GB HD, 4GB RAM, Windows 7, Radeon 6320 graphics, DVDRW, Wireless N, 6-cell battery - $269.99

The E-450 processor isn't going to win any races, but for basic computer use, it should be more than adequate. That includes things like HD video playback. if you're aiming for the lowest price possible, these refurbished laptops certainly warrant a look.

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