Back-to-school shopping doesn't have to mean spending hundreds of dollars on a new laptop. Sometimes it's the smaller accessories that make the biggest difference to how comfortably and efficiently you work every day.A few well-chosen gadgets can improve ergonomics, expand connectivity, keep your devices charged, and make online meetings less frustrating.From laptop stands and docking stations to webcams, wireless mice, foldable keyboards, and magnetic power banks, my top 6 affordable upgrades offer excellent value without putting a serious dent in your back-to-school budget.My top 6 back-to-school essentialsThe Logitech Brio 101 webcam captures Full HD 1080p video with automatic light correction, features a built-in microphone, integrated privacy shutter, USB-A connectivity, and broad compatibility with Microsoft Teams, Google Meet, Zoom, and other video conferencing tools.View DealThis Magnetic Power Bank packs a 10,000mAh battery into a compact design with magnetic wireless charging, up to 30W fast charging via USB-C, a durable skin-friendly finish, and broad compatibility for convenient charging anywhere.View DealThis foldable keyboard and mouse combo supports Bluetooth 5.0 and 2.4GHz wireless connectivity and pairs with three devices. It features a full-size folding keyboard, rechargeable battery, and compatibility with Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS.View DealThis mouse pairs with up to three devices via Bluetooth or the included USB-A receiver. It features six customizable buttons, Logitech Flow support, a full-size ergonomic design, and long battery life.View DealThis 10-in-1 USB-C dock adds dual HDMI outputs with support for single 8K displays, 100W Power Delivery, Gigabit Ethernet, four 5Gbps USB ports, SD and microSD card readers, and a durable aluminum housing for compatible USB-C laptops.View DealThis stand supports laptops from 10 to 17 inches with a sturdy full aluminum construction rated for 22 lb. It offers height adjustment, a pull-out dual-fold design, vented cooling panel, and folds flat for compact storage when not in use.View DealShop all PC accessories at Amazon