If you want to survive the turmoil of college, there is one thing you’re going to need for certain: a laptop. The problem is with every year comes new laptops. So, how do you get the best laptop for your 2017 college year? Hopefully, this list can help.

Acer Aspire E15 E5-575G-57D4

This is probably the all time best as it's great for the price value and has a wonderful performance. This laptop is 50 percent cheaper than other ultrabooks on the market. This laptop will easily last the four years you are in college. It offers all of the power and functionality needed for essays and assignments.

While it is a little on the heavy side, it has a gorgeous 15-inch screen. Most customers agree the screen justifies the weight.

Asus F556UA-AB32

It’s well known that sometimes paying a little bit more is worth it. For someone on a budget, the Asus F556UA-AB32 is a perfect choice. This affordable computer features a full HD (1920 x 1080) resolution with a gorgeous 15.6-inch display.

Apple MacBook Air 13.3-Inch Laptop

When you’re moving around a lot between classes you’re going to need a computer capable of keeping up with you. At less than 3-pounds, this computer is perfect for a College Student on-the-go. While the screen is a little small, the computer holds a charge for 12-hours.

Acer Chromebook R 11 Convertible

For someone who wants a laptop for both homework and entertainment, the Acer Chromebook R 11 Convertible is a great choice. You can complete all of your essays and then stream a movie (or TV series) via Netflix or Amazon Video. As an added bonus, this computer is convertible and doubles as a tablet.

ASUS Chromebook C202SA-YS02

College Students like coffee. The last thing you want is to lose a laptop to your coffee problem. The ASUS Chromebook C202SA-YS02 is perfect for the coffee-drinking college student as it comes equipped with a spill-resistant keyboard. This laptop was designed to be extremely resistant to damage. It can safely land from nearly a four-foot drop without breaking.

College students are clumsy and sleep deprived. With this laptop, you won't have to worry about your lack of sleep and extreme clumsiness causing your laptop to break accidentally.

As you can see, there are tons of different laptops designed specifically for different kinds of college students. Some of the laptops are a little pricey, but you tend to get what you pay for. With this list in hand, you should have no trouble finding a laptop that meets your needs.