Buying a laptop was never an easy task. The ongoing pandemic and the subsequent lockdown has only made the matter worse. First, there are not many laptops in the market to choose from. Second, the ones that are available have experienced price hikes. As such, it can be difficult for an ordinary user to decide on a laptop that best suits his/her needs. In order to make the process more convenient, we have created a list of the best laptops based on the price and purpose of the laptop. Here is the list of the best laptops to buy in every price segment in Nepal.
Best laptops at every price segment in Nepal (Summary)
| Best budget laptops | Price in Nepal |
| Dell Vostro 3401 | Rs. 57,500 |
| Lenovo IdeaPad S145 | Rs. 59,000 |
| Asus VivoBook X409JA | Rs. 61,000 |
| Best midrange laptops | Price in Nepal |
| Lenovo Flex 5 | Rs. 72,000 |
| Acer Aspire 5 | Rs. 88,000 |
| Dell 5593 | Rs. 93,000 |
| Best Ultrabook laptops | Price in Nepal |
| Asus Zenbook 14 Q407 | Rs. 1,05,000 |
| Apple MacBook Air, Pro (M1) | Starts at Rs. 1,59,500 |
| Dell XPS 13 9300 | Rs. 2,71,605 |
| Best budget gaming laptops | Price in Nepal |
| Acer Nitro 5 2020 | Rs. 1,07,000 |
| Asus TUF Gaming F15 FX506LI | Rs. 1,07,000 |
| HP Pavilion Power 15 | Rs. 1,10,000 |
| Best midrange gaming laptops | Price in Nepal |
| Acer Predator Helios 300 | Rs. 1,85,000 |
| Asus Zephyrus G14 | Rs. 2,00,000 |
| HP Omen 15 2020 | Rs. 1,87,500 |
| Best high-end gaming laptops | Price in Nepal |
| Acer Predator Triton 500 | Rs. 2,65,000 |
| Dell Alienware m15 R3 | Rs. 3,10,000 |
| MSI GE66 Raider / GS66 Stealth | Rs. 3,70,000 / Rs. 2,95,000 |
| Best laptop for content creators | Price in Nepal |
| Dell XPS 15 9500 | Rs. 2,95,800 |
| Razer Blade 15 | Rs. 3,30,000 |
| MacBook Pro 16-inch (late 2019) |
|
Best budget laptops in Nepal
If you are looking for a laptop that can get you through everyday tasks without cashing in big money, these are the laptops you should consider. These budget laptops will be enough if you are looking for a laptop to use text editing software, email, streaming movies and videos, and normal web browsing. These laptops are mostly powered by Intel Core i5 processors, feature 4GB of RAM, and HDD storage of up to 1TB.
Dell Vostro 3401
Dell Vostro packs in the Core i3-1005G1 CPU. It arrives with 4GB of RAM but instead of SSD, this one has 1TB of HDD storage. The 14-inch display has an anti-glare panel but the resolution is limited to just HD. In terms of connectivity, you get three USB Type-A ports, one HMDI port, one audio jack, and one SD card slot. The dual-speaker setup has Waves MaxxAudio Pro. The laptop is backed by a 3-cell 35 Wh battery and thus is a little heavier at 1.64 kg.
Dell Vostro 3401 Specifications:
| Display | 14″ HD panel |
| CPU | Intel Core i3-1005G1 |
| GPU | Intel UHD Graphics |
| RAM | 4GB DDR4 |
| Storage | 1TB HDD |
| Battery | 3-cell 36Wh |
| Weight | 1.64kg |
| Dimensions | 33 x 24 x 2cm |
| Price | Rs. 57,500 (Buy Here) |
Lenovo IdeaPad S145
Lenovo IdeaPad S145 also features a similar set of specs to the one above it. It is powered by Intel Core i3–1005G1. In terms of memory, the IdeaPad S145 comes with 4GB of RAM and 1TB HDD storage. It has a 14-inch anti-glare panel with HD resolution. It has three USB type-A ports, an HDMI port, an SD card reader, and a combo audio jack. The dual-speaker setup supports Dolby Audio speakers.
Lenovo IdeaPad S145 Specifications:
| Display | 14″ HD panel (1366 x 768) |
| CPU | Intel Core i3-1005G1 |
| GPU | Intel UHD Graphics |
| RAM | 4GB DDR4 |
| Storage | 1TB HDD |
| Weight | 1.6kg |
| Dimensions | 12.9 x 9.5 x 0.8 in |
| Price | Rs. 59,000 (Buy Here) |
Asus VivBook X409JA
Like most of the laptops in its price range, the Asus VivoBook X409JA is powered by 10th-gen Intel Core i3-1005G1. It comes with 4GB of RAM and has 256GB of PCIe Gen3 SSD storage. It has a 14-inch FHD anti-glare display which is rare at the price point. The laptop is 22.9mm thick and weighs only 1.5kg. In terms of ports, you get one Type-C port, three Type-A ports, an HDMI port, and a combo audio jack. The laptop is fueled by a 2-cell 32 Whr lithium-polymer battery.
Unlike other manufacturers, Asus provides two years of warranty on its laptops in Nepal. Users also get a genuine Asus bag and mouse with every purchase.
Asus VivoBook X409JA Specifications:
| Display | 14″ Anti-glare (1920 x 1080) |
| CPU | Intel Core i3-1005G1 |
| GPU | Intel UHD Graphics |
| RAM | 4GB |
| Storage | 256GB PCIe Gen3 SSD |
| Battery | 2-cell 32Wh |
| Weight | 1.5kg |
| Dimensions | 325 x 216 x 22.9mm |
| Price | Rs. 61,000 (Buy Here) |
Best midrange laptops in Nepal
In this category, people look for the best bang for their bucks. In order to keep the prices low, manufacturers often have to compromise on certain aspects. Most of the time, brands decide on Core i5 processors. In this price range, you will have no problem getting a laptop with up to 8GB of RAM. You also get to see laptops with options for SSD storage. Few of them even feature dedicated graphics cards. However, these entry-level GPUs won’t help much if you try to play high demanding games with them.
Lenovo Flex 5
Lenovo Flex 5 is a 2-in-1 convertible with a 14-inch IPS LCD display. It is a touchscreen display with FHD resolution. It doesn’t have an anti-glare panel thus you might face difficulty using it outdoors and in a bright situation. The 720p webcam comes with a privacy shutter. The laptop is powered by AMD Ryzen 3 4300U processor. It has 4GB of RAM that is soldered into the motherboard. Similarly, it only has 128GB of SSD storage. Talking about the ports, it has one Type-C port with USB Power Delivery, two Type-A ports, an HDMI 1.4b port, an SD card reader, and an audio jack.
Lenovo Flex 5 Specifications:
| Display | 14.0” FHD IPS panel with 10-point multi-touch |
| CPU | AMD Ryzen 3 4300U |
| GPU | Integrated Radeon graphics |
| RAM | 4GB DDR4 |
| Storage | 128GB SSD |
| Battery | 52.5Wh |
| Weight | 1.5kg |
| Dimensions | 321.5x 217.5 x 20.9 mm |
| Price | Rs. 72,000 (Buy Here) |
Acer Aspire 5
The Aspire lineup from Acer is about offering a balance between power and price. Acer Aspire 5 is powered by Core i5 10210U. You get 8GB of DDR3 SDRAM and 512GB of SSD storage. Unlike the Dell Inspiron 5593, it doesn’t have any discrete graphics and as a result, users will have to rely on the integrated graphics. It features a 15.6-inch FHD display. However, the laptop is heavier at 1.9kg.
Acer Aspire 5 Specifications:
| Display | 15.6″ FHD panel |
| CPU | Intel Core i5-10210U |
| GPU | Intel integrated graphics |
| RAM | 8GB DDR3 |
| Storage | 512GB SSD |
| Weight | 1.9kg |
| Dimensions | 36.3x 24.7 x 1.9 cm |
| Price | Rs. 88,000 (Buy Here) |
Dell Inspiron 5593
Dell Inspiron 5593 is powered by 10th-gen Intel Core i5-1035G7. It is paired with NVIDIA MX230 dedicated graphics. Even though it’s an entry-level GPU, it is what we can get in this price range. The laptop has 8GB of RAM and 512GB of SSD storage which will be enough for most people. It comes with a 15.6-inch IPS display with an FHD resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels. It is fueled by a 3-cell 42Whr battery.
Dell Inspiron 5593 Specifications:
| Display | 14″ FHD panel (1920 x 1080) |
| CPU | Intel Core i5-1035G7 |
| GPU | NVIDIA MX230 (2GB DDR5) |
| RAM | 8GB DDR4, 2666MHz |
| Storage | 512GB SSD |
| Battery | 3-cell 42WHr |
| Weight | 1.83kg |
| Dimensions | 14.33 x 9.8 x 0.78 in |
| Price | Rs. 93,000 (Buy Here) |
Best Ultrabook laptops in Nepal
If you are into business and other professionals where it’s essential to have your laptop all the time, these Ultrabooks are for you. These laptops focus more on design and portability than on power. That doesn’t mean they cannot get the job done. A good Ultrabook needs to be light and portable. Thus, it will have a small screen size ranging from 12” to 14”. It also needs to be durable. Similarly, good display and battery life are other aspects of a good Ultrabook.
Asus ZenBook 14
The Asus ZenBook 14 is 0.72-inch in thickness and weighs around 1.15kg. When compared to its predecessor, Asus has managed to reduce the size of the laptop by 13%. Its chassis is made of aluminum using the CNC milling process. The laptop has gone through the MIL-STD-810G standard for durability. The Ergolift hinge raises the keyboard by 3-degree for a better typing process.
The 14” FHD Nano-edge display covers 100% of the sRGB color gamut and has a 178-degree view angle. It is powered by AMD Ryzen 5 4500U. The graphics are handled by NVIDIA GeForce MX350. Asus ZenBook 14 comes with 8GB of RAM and 256GB SSD. In terms of ports, you get a USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C port, a USB 3.2 gen 2 Type-A port and a USB 2.0 port, an HDMI port, and an SD card reader.
Asus ZenBook 14 Specifications:
| Display | 14.0” FHD IPS panel, 100% sRGB |
| CPU | AMD Ryzen 5 4500U |
| GPU | NVIDIA GeForce MX350 |
| RAM | 8GB LPDDR4x |
| Storage | 256GB SSD |
| Battery | 3-cell 50Wh (65W adapter) |
| Weight | 1.15kg |
| Dimensions | 18.2 x 31.9 x 19.9 cm |
| Price | Rs. 1,05,000 (Buy Here) |
Apple M1 MacBook Air, Pro
The 13-inch MacBooks launched in late 2020 marked Apple’s transition from Intel chips to its in-house Apple silicon. The newly released MacBook Air and Pro 13 share a similar set of specs. The difference between the two is the active cooling setup in the MacBook Pro. Here, MacBook Air has a fanless design. They both feature a 13.3-inch Retina IPS display with the True Tone display. Both of them cover P3 wide color gamut but the display on the Pro model is brighter at 500 nits. The Pro model also packs in a larger battery (58.2Whr > 49.9 Whr) and features a Touch Bar.
M1 MacBooks Specifications:
| Display | 13.3″ Retina IPS, True Tone technology | |
| CPU | Apple M1 | |
| RAM | 8/16GB | |
| Storage | Up to 512GB | |
| Battery | 49.9 Whr | 58.2Whr |
| Weight | 1.15kg | |
| Dimensions | 11.97 x 8.36 x 0.16 – 0.63 in | |
| Price | Starts at Rs. 1,59,500 (Buy: Air | Pro) | |
Dell XPS 13 9300
Like the Asus ZenBook 14, the Dell XPS 13 9300 has an aluminum chassis made using a CNC process. Dell has used Corning Gorilla Glass 6 for the 13.4-inch display. The high-end model comes with a UHD+ touch panel. It is powered by the 10th-gen Intel Core i7-1065G7. There is no dedicated graphics but you get the improved Intel Iris Plus integrated graphics. Similarly, the laptop comes with 16GB of RAM and 512GB SSD storage. The laptop is backed by a 4-cell 52 Whr battery.
Neostore is the authorized seller of Dell products in Nepal and it offers 1 year of warranty and insurance with XPS 13 9300. Similarly, you also get a free Dell backpack and mouse.
Dell XPS 13 9300 Specifications:
| Display | 13-inch 4K UHD Touch panel |
| CPU | 10th-gen Intel Core i7-1065G7 |
| GPU | Intel Iris Graphics (Integrated) |
| RAM | 16GB |
| Storage | 512GB SSD |
| Battery | 4-cell 52Wh (65W adapter) |
| Weight | 1.15kg |
| Price | Rs. 2,71,605 (Buy Here) |
Best budget gaming laptops in Nepal
If you want a gaming laptop but hesitate to spend top dollars, these budget gaming laptops are worth looking at. These are cheaper than the high-end gaming machines but can run most of the games at low to mid graphics settings. You will struggle with top-end games but that is to be expected with a gaming device in this price range.
Acer Nitro 5 (2020)
The Acer Nitro 5 is very popular among gamers with a tight budget. The 2020 iteration of the laptop is powered by Core i5-10300H. It is paired with GTX 1650 with 4GB of GDDR6 VRAM. The laptop features 8GB of RAM and 256GB of SSD storage. In case you want to upgrade the laptop has an extra M.2 slot and a 2.5-inch drive bay. It has a standard 1080p display with a 60Hz refresh rate. The full-size keyboard has red LED lighting. In terms of ports, you get a Killer Ethernet port, a USB 3.0 Type-C port, three USB Type-a ports, and an HDMI port.
Read our review of the Acer Nitro 5 (2020).
Acer Nitro 5 (2020) Specifications:
| Display | 15.6” FHD IPS Panel (1920 x 1080) |
| CPU | 10th-gen Intel Core i5-10300H |
| GPU | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 |
| RAM | 8GB DDR4 2933MHz |
| Storage | 256GB SSD |
| Battery | 4-cell 3320mAh |
| Weight | 5.07lbs |
| Dimensions | 14.3 x 10 x 0.94-in |
| Price | Rs. 1,07,000 (Buy Here) |
Asus TUF Gaming F15 (2020)
Here, the Asus TUF Gaming F15 (2020) comes with MIL-STF-810H certification for added durability. In terms of specs, it is quite similar to the Nitro 5. It is powered by Core i5-10300H. Asus has opted for NVIDIA GeForce 1650 Ti. It has 8GB of RAM and 256GB of SSD storage but you can easily upgrade both of them. You can even add an additional HDD drive depending upon the model.
The cooling setup includes two self-cleaning fans with different cooling modes. It comes with a 15.6-inch FHD display. Alternately, you can even connect an external G-sync compatible display through the USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C port. You also get an HDMI 2.0b port that supports 4k contents at up to 60Hz refresh rate.
Asus TUF Gaming F15 (2020) Specifications:
| Display | 15.6” FHD IPS Panel (1920 x 1080) |
| CPU | 10th-gen Intel Core i5-10300H |
| GPU | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Ti |
| RAM | 8GB DDR4 2933MHz |
| Storage | 256GB SSD |
| Battery | 4-cell 48Whr |
| Weight | 2.3kg |
| Dimensions | 14.2 x 10.3 x 1.1-in |
| Price | Rs. 1,07,000 (Buy Here) |
HP Pavilion Power 15
Unlike the other two in this list, the HP Pavilion Power 15 packs in a Ryzen CPU under its hood. It is powered by the Ryzen 5 4600H which offers a max boost speed of up to 4.0 GHz. It is paired with NVIDIA GTX 1650. The rest of the specs are not different than what other laptops are offering at the price point. You get 8GB of RAM and 256GB of SSD storage. The 15.6-inch micro-edge display has an anti-glare panel on top. In terms of ports, it has one USB Type-C port, two Type-A ports, an HDMI 2.0 port, and a Gigabit Ethernet port.
HP Pavilion Power 15 (2020) Specification:
| Display | 15.6” FHD IPS Panel (1920 x 1080) |
| CPU | AMD Ryzen 5 4600H |
| GPU | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 |
| RAM | 8GB DDR4 3200MHz |
| Storage | 256GB SSD |
| Battery | 3-cell 52.5Whr |
| Weight | 4.37lb |
| Dimensions | 14.17 x 10.12 x 0.93-in |
| Price | Rs. 1,10,000 (Buy Here) |
Best mid-range gaming laptops in Nepal
So you looked at the above listed and didn’t found what you were looking for? These are the laptops you should consider next. These are priced higher than the budget gaming laptops and thus offer more features. Sometimes the added cost results in higher performance, the other time it introduces other features popular among gamers. For instance, these laptops may offer higher RAM/Storage, a higher refresh rate, and customizable RGB lighting.
Acer Predator Helios 300
Acer’s Predator Helios 300 (2020) makes use of both metal and plastic for the body. it has an angular design on the edges and the corners. The laptop flaunts a 15.6-inch IPS display with a refresh rate of up to 144Hz. Under the hood, it packs in the combo of Core i7-10750H and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070. Keeping the temperature down is the 4th-gen Aeroblade 3D technology. The laptop features up to 59 fan blades of 0.1mm thickness. The Predator CoolBoost is automatically activated once the laptop starts heating. In terms of connectivity, you have Killer E2600 Ethernet Controller, Killer Wi-Fi 6 AX1650i, and Control Center 2.0.
Acer Predator Helios 300 Specifications:
| Display | 15.6” FHD IPS Panel (1920 x 1080), 144 refresh rate |
| CPU | 10th-gen Intel Core i7-10750H |
| GPU | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 (6GB GDDR6) |
| RAM | 16GB DDR4 2933MHz |
| Storage | 512GB SSD |
| Battery | 4-cell 3720mAh |
| Weight | 5.07lb |
| Dimensions | 14.31 x 10.04 x 0.9-in |
| Price | Rs. 1,85,000 (Buy Here) |
Asus Zephyrus G14
Moving on, the Asus Zephyrus G14 packs in some serious hardware in a small form factor. The laptop is just 0.7-inch thick and weighs around 1.6kg. The chassis is made of aluminum alloy and there are two color options to choose from – Gray and White. The model listed here also has the “AniMe Matrix” dot matrix display adding to the aesthetics of the laptop. Getting on to the performance side of things, it is powered by the AMD Ryzen 7 4800HS processor. It is paired with GTX 1660 Ti GPU with 6GB of GDRR6 VRAM.
The laptop comes with 16GB of DDR4 RAM but it can be upgraded up to 32GB. Similarly, there is 512GB of SSD storage. The 14-inch IPS panel supports a 120Hz refresh rate and covers 100% of the sRGB color gamut. You get two Type-C ports out of which one supports DisplayPort 1.4 and Power Delivery. Other ports include two Type-A ports and an HDMI 2.0b port.
Read our review of the Asus Zephyrus G14.
Asus Zephyrus G14 Specifications:
| Display | 15.6” FHD IPS Panel (1920 x 1080), 144 refresh rate |
| CPU | AMD Ryzen 7 4800HS |
| GPU | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660Ti (6GB GDDR6) |
| RAM | 16GB DDR4 3200MHz |
| Storage | 512GB SSD |
| Battery | 76Wh |
| Weight | 1.6kg |
| Dimensions | 32.4 x 22.12 x 1.79cm |
| Price | Rs. 2,00,000 (Buy Here) |
HP Omen 15 2020
This is another laptop powered by the Ryzen 7 4800HS in this list. But this one is a little heavier than the Zephyrus G14. The HP Omen 15 2020 has a plastic top and anodized aluminum keyboard deck. It features an IPS FHD display with support for a 144Hz refresh rate. The full-size keyboard has 4-zone RGB lighting and it supports 26-key anti-ghosting key technology.
For graphics, HP has turned to NVIDIA GTX 1660 Ti with 6GB of GDDR6 VRAM. It features 32GB of DDR4 RAM and 1TB of SSD storage, which is the highest configuration that the laptop offers. Omen 15 2020 is powered by a 70.9 battery and ships with a 200W power adapter. In terms of connectivity, it has Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX200 and Bluetooth 5.
HP Omen 15 2020 Specifications:
| Display | 15.6” FHD IPS Panel (1920 x 1080), 144 refresh rate |
| CPU | AMD Ryzen 7 4800HS |
| GPU | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660Ti (6GB GDDR6) |
| RAM | 32GB DDR4 2666MHz |
| Storage | 1TB SSD |
| Battery | 6-cell 70.9 Whr |
| Weight | 1.6kg |
| Dimensions | 35.79x 23.97 x 2.25cm |
| Price | Rs. 1,87,500 (Buy Here) |
Best high-end gaming laptops in Nepal
If you are passionate about gaming and money is not a problem for you, you should take one of these high-end gaming laptops home. These laptops offer the best features among all the gaming laptops and make sure you won’t have any complaints whether it’s design, performance, storage options, or other aspects of the laptop.
Acer Predator Triton 500
Triton 500 is Acer’s take on a sleek yet powerful gaming device. It features an all-metal body and weighs around 2.1kg. The laptop features a 15.6-inch IPS panel with up to 300Hz refresh rate. It is also G-Sync compatible. Under the hood, it packs in the combo of the 10th-gen Intel Core i7 processor and RTX 2070. It features 16GB of DDR4 RAM and 512GB of SSD storage.
In terms of cooling, Acer has included the 4th-gen Aeroblade 3D fans. It is fueled by a 4-cell 84 Whr battery. Talking about ports, you get three Type-A ports, a Type-C port, an RJ45 Port, an HMDI Port, and a mini Display Port 1.4 port. In terms of wireless connectivity, the laptop supports Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.0.
Read our review of the Acer Predator Triton 500.
Acer Predator Triton 500 Specifications:
| Display | 15.6” FHD, 144Hz, NVIDIA G-Sync |
| CPU | Intel Core i7-10875H |
| GPU | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 |
| RAM0 | 16GB DDR4 2933MHz |
| Storage | 512GB SSD |
| Battery | 4-cell 84 Whr |
| Weight | 4.63lb |
| Dimensions | 14.1 x 10 x 0.70 in |
| Price | Rs. 2,65,000 (Buy Here) |
Dell Alienware m15 R3
The Alienware brand is home to the highest-end gaming laptop that Dell has to offer. Though the m17 R3 is yet to be available in Nepal, you can get your hands on the m15 r3 if you like. The variant that is available here features a 15.6-inch FHD display with up to 300Hz refresh rate. The display also boasts a response time of just 3ms and covers 100% of the sRGB color gamut. Powering the device is the 10th-gen Intel Core i7-10750H processor. It is paired with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER with 8GB GDDR6 VRAM.
m15 R3 features 16GB of DDR4 RAM and 512GB of SSD storage and the Crypto-Tech custom cooling system. The laptop comes with an Alienware mSeries keyboard with per-key RGB LED AlienFX lighting. In terms of connectivity, it has Killer Ethernet E300, Killer Wi-Fi AX1650i, and Bluetooth 5.0.
Read our review of the Dell Alienware m15 R3.
Dell Alienware m15 R3 Specifications:
| Display | 15.6” FHD, 300Hz, NVIDIA G-Sync |
| CPU | Intel Core i7-10750H |
| GPU | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER (8GB GDDR6 VRAM) |
| RAM0 | 16GB DDR4 3200MHz |
| Storage | 512GB SSD |
| Battery | 56Whr / 84 Whr |
| Weight | 2.11kg |
| Price | Rs. 3,10,000 (Buy Here) |
MSI GS66 Stealth / GE66 Raider
Moving on, the MSI GE66 Raider and GS66 Stealth have almost the same set of specs. However, they are targeted at different consumers. The GS Stealth is the thinner of the two and is for users who want to “hide their inner gamer”. It is hard to do with the latter when you have a LED board on the front edge as in the GE66 Raider. The GE66 Raider on the other hand goes full-on gaming and has better thermals.
These laptops feature 15.6-inch displays. MSI GE66 Rider has a 240Hz screen while it is only 144Hz on the Stealth. Both of them are powered by Intel Core i7-10750H. It is paired with NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti (6GB GDDR6) or RTX 2070 SUPER (8GB GDDR6). They have 16GB DDR4 RAM but you can upgrade it to up to 64GB.
On the other hand, MSI GS66 Stealth comes with 512GB of RAM while the GE66 has 2TB of SSD. Both devices are powered by a 99Whr battery & they ship with a 230W power adapter. The Stealth also features an IR webcam for Windows Hello which is absent in the raider.
MSI GS66 Stealth / GE66 Raider Specifications:
| Display | 15.6” FHD 240Hz / 144Hz | |
| CPU | Intel Core i7-10750H | |
| GPU | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti (6GB GDDR6) or RTX 2070 SUPER (8GB GDDR6) | |
| RAM0 | 16GB DDR4 3200MHz | |
| Storage | 2TB SSD / 512GB SSD | |
| Battery | 99Whr (230W) | |
| Weight | 2.4kg | 2.1kg |
| Price | ||
Best laptops for contents creators in Nepal
Not everyone is a gamer, and some are into content creation instead. They need a laptop that can withstand all of their demanding tasks. It is not just about raw CPU power. These laptops need to have color accurate displays, a capable GPU, good audio setup, a good selection of ports, and wireless connectivity.
Dell XPS 15 9500
Here, the Dell XPS 9500 packs in a 4K touch display with a peak brightness level of 500 nits. The panel covers 100% of the Adobe RGB color gamut and 94% of the DCI P3 color gamut. It is powered by the 10th-gen Intel Core i7-10875H processor. It is paired with GeForce GTX 1650 Ti.
Thus, you will have no problem using it for different content-creation tasks. The one drawback here is the port selection. The laptop features three Type-C ports and a full SD card reader but misses out on a Type-A port and an HDMI port.
Dell XPS 15 9500 Speicifcations:
| Display | 15.6-inch InfinityEdge Touch display, 4K UHD+ (3840 x 2400 pixels), 500 nits |
| CPU | 10th-gen Intel i7-10875H |
| GPU | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Ti (4GB RAM GDDR6) |
| RAM | 32 GB DDR4 2933MHz RAM |
| Storage | 512GB M.2 PCIe SSD |
| Battery | 86 Whr |
| Weight | 2.05kg |
| Dimensions | 13.57 x 9.06 x 0.71-inches |
| Price | Rs. 2,95,800 (Buy Here) |
Razer Blade 15
Razer Blade 15 is a gaming device but its specs make it an ideal choice for content creation as well. The laptop is powered by the 10th-gen Intel Core i7 processor. It is paired with RTX 2070 Max-Q that will handle most of the tasks you throw at it. The 4K OLED panel covers 100% of the DCI P3 color gamut. You get 16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage. It is fueled by a 65Whr battery but the inclusion of the 4K display means it won’t last very long.
Razer Blade 15 Specifications:
| Display | 15.6-inches OLED 4K (3840 x 2160 pixels) 60Hz; 100% DCI-P3 |
| CPU | 10th-gen Intel Core i7-10750H |
| GPU | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 Max-Q (8GB GDDR6 VRAM) |
| RAM | 16GB DDDR4 RAM (@2933MHz, Dual-Channel) |
| Storage | 512GB PCIe SSD |
| Battery | 65Whr |
| Weight | 2.1kg |
| Dimensions | 13.98 x 9.25 x 0.70-inches |
| Price | Rs. 3,30,000 (Buy Here) |
MacBook Pro 16-inch
Apple has not updated the 16-inch MacBook Pro with the M1 but still, the performance and specs of the 2019 model can be enough for content creators. The 16-inch has a resolution of 3072 x 1920 pixels and 500 nits of brightness. It also covers the P3 wide color gamut. It comes in two variants: one powered by 6-core Intel Core i7 and the other powered by the 8-core Intel Core i9 processor.
Handing the graphics are AMD Radeon Pro 5500M graphics (4GB/8GB of VRAM). One can configure the laptop with up to 64GB of RAM and 8TB of SSD.
MacBook Pro 16-inch Specifications:
| Display | 16-inch IPS LED-backlit display with a resolution of 3072×1920 pixels, 500 nits brightness, P3 wide color gamut |
| CPU | 6-core Intel Core i7 with 2.6GHz base clock, 4.5GHz boost clock / 8-core Intel Core i9 with 2.3GHz base clock speed, 4.8GHz boost Clock |
| GPU | AMD Radeon Pro 5500M (4GB) / AMD Radeon Pro 5500M graphics (4 or 8GB) |
| RAM | Up to 64GB DDR4 |
| Storage | Up to 8TB SSD |
| Battery | 100 Whr |
| Weight | 2.00kg |
| Dimensions | 14.1 x 9.7 x 0.64-inches |
| Price |
