Lenovo IdeaPad S210 Touchscreen Laptop: 11.6", Core i3-3217U 1.8GHz, 4GB, 500GB, Windows 8

If you want to enjoy the convenience of a Windows 8 touchscreen laptop but you're on a budget, the Lenovo S210 is the one for you. Its compact 11.6-inch 10-point multitouch display looks great, and lets you use your fingers for natural gestures on touch-enabled apps, and ensures you'll get the most out of Windows 8.

Its integrated 720p HD webcam is perfect for web conferences and online video chats, while an Intel Core i3 processor, 4 GB of memory, and a 500 GB hard drive give you plenty of power and performance for all you need to do.