If you are deciding what kind of customized laptop to purchase for your college student, you're also faced with hundreds of choices and may not know where to begin. Luckily, Engadget has put together a list of the best ultraportable notebooks for students who are heading off to their fall semester classes. 

Ultraportables (called "Ultrabooks" if they have an Intel processor) are a great solution for users who don't want to compromise on power but want a machine that will deliver long battery life, energy efficiency and mobility. It used to be the case that laptop buyers had to make a tradeoff between these features, as a fast processor will use more electricity than one designed for mobility and saving juice. But technology has advanced in such a way that you no longer have to sacrifice performance, as is apparent in two of Engadget's selections for the best products in the ultraportable category:

• For shoppers on a budget, the Lenovo IdeaPad Yoga series provides a lot of bang for your buck. These convertible laptop-tablet hybrids will give students the ability to type up reports using a conventional keyboard, then detach the screen and use it as a tablet when they want to watch movies or play games. The Yoga series comes with Intel Core i3, i5 and i7 processors that combine fantastic speed with power saving features and advanced graphic capabilities.

• Those looking for a little more battery life and energy efficiency should look no further than the Apple MacBook Air, which can run for up to 12 hours in between charges. In addition, you can upgrade your Air to include a solid state drive that is faster and more durable than a conventional disk drive, perfect if your student is planning to take it with them everywhere they go and want something that can withstand the stress of such situations.

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