Help Purchasing Laptop for Parents

[The Snuggler]

Hello everyone,

I've been requested by my parents to find a new laptop for them. My knowledge is mostly desktop PC so I am not too familiar with the current laptop market and can use some help. Here are the requirements I need to match:

 

1: Strong build quality. They want something all metal, or at least to match the strength of an all metal Macbook. Preferably a single hinge design, for strength, like the Macbook.

2: Windows OS. So the obvious choice of a Mac is out.

3: 15inch screen. Preferably with large bezels. This kills me, but they feel a large bezel outlines and separates your viewing experience. Focus on the screen size though and don't think about the bezel as a requirement.

4: No felt type material. So the Surface Laptop is out as an option.

5: Price range of $500-$1000

 

I'm just starting my research tonight. I'm sure I can find some good options but figure it won't hurt to ask for suggestions from the community. I wish they had asked me this over a week ago to take advantage of Black Friday/Cyber Monday deals, but they didn't have that forethought.

 

Thank you all!