i5, 8–16GB RAM, 256–512GB SSD, 14”. SSD, Win 11 Pro, 12-month warranty.

Yes. 20-point inspection. ISO certified.

12 months. CLS pays shipping both ways.

Unit 25, 16 Loyalty Road, North Rocks. 1300 724 968.

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Best laptops for working from home.

A reliable WFH laptop needs a good webcam, strong WiFi, comfortable keyboard, and enough power for Teams/Zoom plus work apps. Refurbished business-grade from $500, CLS offers recent-generation i5 laptops with 8–16GB RAM and SSD. Genuine everyday productivity — students, home office, family use.

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WHAT YOU GET

Work From Home at CLS.

Typical specs: i5, 8–16GB RAM, 256–512GB SSD, 14”. All tested, graded, warranted.

Recent-gen Core i5

8th/10th gen i5 processors. Smooth multitasking, video calls, Office, browsing — no lag.

Up to 16GB RAM

Many models at this price include 16GB — double what new consumer laptops offer at $800+.

SSD storage

256GB to 512GB SSD. Fast boot, fast apps. CLS replaces every HDD during refurbishment.

12-month warranty

Full hardware warranty. CLS pays shipping both ways. Battery: 1 month.

Business-grade build

Dell Latitude, HP EliteBook, Lenovo ThinkPad. Metal chassis, spill-resistant keyboards. Built for 5+ years.

4-tier grading

Premium, Excellent, Good, Acceptable. All same 20-point inspection.

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FAQ

Questions, answered.

What specs can I expect under $500?

Typical specs: i5, 8–16GB RAM, 256–512GB SSD, 14”. All CLS devices include SSD, Windows 11 Pro, and 12-month warranty.

Are these laptops tested?

Yes. Every device passes a 20-point inspection. ISO 9001/14001/45001/27001 certified.

What warranty is included?

12-month hardware warranty. CLS pays shipping both ways. Battery: 1 month. Full details.

What condition grades are available?

Premium, Excellent, Good, Acceptable. All same inspection and warranty. Grading details.

Who is this price bracket best for?

Students, home office, family shared device.

Do these come with Windows?

Yes. Windows 11 Pro pre-installed and updated. Not Home — Pro edition with BitLocker and enterprise security.

Is shipping free?

Yes. Free tracked shipping Australia-wide. No minimum order.

Can I visit the store?

Yes. Unit 25, 16 Loyalty Road, North Rocks NSW 2151. Mon–Sun 10am–6pm. Phone 1300 724 968.

LAST UPDATED · MAY 2026 · PRICES BASED ON CURRENT STOCK

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