5 laptops that you can buy under 100K easily in Pakistan
Previously, we listed the top 5 laptops that you can buy under 50K. Today, we’re moving on towards the higher budget ranges. In this range, we have an entirely exclusive set of laptops available. This is where things get interesting, there is a wide variety of laptops that are entire power houses. As we move towards the 100K mark, we find convertible laptops that feature beautiful touch screens, matchless processors, and immense storage. Given below is our list for the top five notebooks that you can get under the 100K range:
1. Asus Zenbook UX305FA
Price: PKR 95,500/-
The Asus Zenbook series in both smartphones and notebooks is an exclusive one. They feature a signature aluminium body that looks attractive even from a distant location. Though scarce in availability in Pakistan, this notebook has made its name in the global market as one of the leading performers in this range. In Pakistan, it is available at HomeShopping here. As Asus advertises it: The Zenbook UX305FA notebook is slimmer, lighter, and faster than any other in its class. It surely is one of the slimmest laptops around with a weight of only 1.18 kg. This laptop is recommended for anyone looking for mobility, powerful processing, and attractive looks with the exclusion of a touchscreen of course (not everyone likes them on their notebooks!).
Overview of specifications:
Processor: Intel 6th Generation Core M-5Y10 0.8 GHz with turbo boost up to 2.0 GHz
RAM: 8 GB DDR3
Hard Disk: 256 GB SSD
Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 5300
Screen: IPS FHD
Screen Size: 13.3”, 16:9 aspect ratio
Screen resolution: 1920 x 1080 pixels
Color: Obsidian Stone (Black)
Weight: 1.18 kg
Key features:
Innovative design: The Zenbook UX305FA features a wonderful ergonomic design that looks appealing to the eye at first sight. The entire body is made of aluminium with a metallic black shine.
Stunning display: The display on this notebook is one of the best available in this price range. The colors are sharp and vibrant, the maximum brightness is fairly high, and the output is simply amazing. All in all, the screen is relaxing for the eyes (what matters the most).
Core M Processor: The Zenbook series of the Asus laptop line features the Intel Core M processors. Core M processors are thinner, lighter, and more heat-efficient than other processors. However, the main reason why Core M processors are used is because of their lower power consumption despite the fact that they give the same processing power as an equivalent Core i5 or Core i7 processor. This allows for better battery life in laptops and this is exactly why the Zenbook UX305FA can give up to 10 hours of continuous use!
Slim, light, and mobile: These attributes are the major reasons behind the Zenbook UX305FA’s popularity. The laptop is only 1.18 kg (2.6 lbs) in weight. Not only is this but it slim and easily portable as well. This allows you to take your laptop anywhere you want, whenever you want.
2. Dell Inspiron 7352:
Price: PKR 95,000/-
The Dell Inspiron 7352 is a 5th Generation 2 in 1 laptop that combines the power of a Core i7 with the portability of a 13.3” tablet. The notebook ticks almost all the boxes for the perfect laptop. It’s thin, it’s light, and it’s amazing! It features a high-resolution touchscreen that can be folded flat against its base. The design is sleek and the build quality is something worth appreciating.
Peak performance: The processor in the Inspiron 7352 is one of the best around. It can handle multitasking as easy as one-two-three. No matter what intense task you perform, this beast can handle it without dropping a frame.
Powerful storage: The Inspiron 7352 comes with two different storage options. You can either choose the large 1 TB hybrid HDD or you can choose the high speed and power efficient 256 GB SSD.
Brilliant display: The HD display found on this notebook is a delight to look at. The beautiful screen is vibrant and bright. The tone, color temperature, and color depth are all set perfectly for a relaxing experience for the eyes. Not only this, but this beautiful screen also features a 10-finger capacitive touch that makes scrolling, zooming, and selection as easy as anything.
Small and convertible: The Dell Inspiron 7352 is only 13.3” in size and 1.67 kg in weight. These dimensions make it the perfect companion for trips and tours. Not only this, but the notebook is easily convertible i.e. it can be used as both a tablet and a laptop.
Long battery life: The Inspiron 7352 features a large capacity battery that can give up to 9 hours of continuous use!
3. Apple MacBook Air MJVM2 (2015):
Price: PKR 91,000/-
The Apple MacBook Air released in 2015 is a revolutionary machine. The 11.6 inch version of the Apple MacBook Air 2015 is known by MJVM2. This version of the Apple MacBook Air sees an improvement over the last year’s model in terms of portability and processing power. The 2015 model features an Intel Core i5 5th Generation processor that is clocked at 1.6 GHz. The screen continues to use the Retina Display technology that has been a part of the Apple devices in the past. Apart from this, the 2015 MacBook Air model is also much lighter and portable than the previous versions. If you’re looking for power, portability, and the taste of the latest OS X version, we recommend that you get the Apple MacBook Air MJVM2.
Overview of specifications:
Processor: Intel Broadwell (5th Generation) Core i5 5250U 1.6 GHz processor with turbo boost up to 2.7 GHz.
RAM: 4 GB DDR3L
Hard Disk: 128 GB PCIe Based SSD
Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 6000
Screen: Backlit LED glossy display that features the Retina Display technology
Screen Size: 11.6”, 16:9 aspect ratio
Screen resolution: 1366 x 768 pixels
Color: Silver
Weight: 1.08 kg
Key Features:
Ultralight & Ultraportable: The Apple MacBook Air MJVM2 is only a mere 1.08 kg (2.38 lbs) in weight! This makes the laptop very easy to carry around and work with. The portability is one of the most attractive features of this model of the MacBook Air.
SSD Storage: Carrying on the tradition from the previous versions of the Apple MacBook Air, the 2015 version also features a 128 GB SSD Storage. This enables read/write operations to be much quicker and efficient. Storing data has never been easier than this!
OS X Yosemite: Released in the early 2015, the Apple MacBook Air MJVM2 comes preinstalled with the OS X Yosemite (the previous version of the OS). However, this is easily upgradable to OS X El Capitan (the latest version of the OS). Enjoy the different flavors of the illustrious Mac OS X.
Retina Display: Like its predecessors, the Apple MacBook Air 2015 also comes with the Retina Display. This technology ensures that the screen has no individual viewable pixels when seen from a normal viewing distance.
4. HP Envy 15-U111dx x360:
Price: PKR 80,000/-
The HP Envy 15 – U111dx is a wonderful notebook that features some monster specifications. A 5th Generation Core i7, 12 GB RAM, and 1920 x 1080 WLED touchscreen display are highlights of this powerful machine. Not only this but the 360 degree rotating hinge of the HP Envy 15 – U111dx x360 is perhaps the most appealing feature of the laptop. You can rotate the screen at any angle that feels comfortable.
Sleek design: The HP Envy 15 – U111dx features an attractive design that looks appealing even from a distance. The body is well built, rigid, and smooth. The color of the laptop is a brilliant shade of silver that simply stands out in the crowd.
Ample storage: The notebook features a whopping 12 GB of RAM! This amount of primary storage is more than sufficient for running several intense applications at the same time. You can push your laptops to some new extremes using this beast of a machine.
360 degree rotation: Laptop? Tablet? Multimedia stand? This notebook is all of these and much more! The 360 degree rotation hinge enables the laptop to be rotated at any angle, into any form.
Control Zone touchpad: The HP Envy x360 is only the second laptop series to feature the Control Zone touchpad. It is a key-less touchpad with the sides of the touchpad braised. The sides of the touchpad can be used to access Windows 8 (and Windows 10) touch commands. For instance, if you swipe your finger on the left side of the pad, you can switch between applications that are running.
5. HP Probook 450 G3 i7:
Price: PKR 78,000/-
The latest model of the HP Probook 450 series is the G3 that features the 6th Generation of the Intel processors. The ‘Skylake’ processors as they are called are the most efficient and powerful processors produced by Intel. The Probook 450 G3 is one of the first machines to feature this power packed processor. This combined with a vibrant 15.6” display, 8 GB of RAM, and a strong yet light-weighted body make the HP Probook G3 one of the most popular business machines available in the market today.
Overview of specifications:
Processor: Intel Skylake (6th Generation) Core i7 6500U 2.5 GHz processor that can be turbo boosted to up to 3.1 GHz.
RAM: 8 GB DDR3L
Hard Disk: 1 TB hybrid HDD
Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 520
Screen: FHD backlit LED
Screen Size: 15.6”, 16:9 aspect ratio
Screen resolution: 1920 x 1080 pixels
Optical Disk Drive: DVD Multisuper
Color: Black (back) and Silver (front)
Weight: 2.07 kg
Key Features:
Powerhouse: This machine is an absolute winner when it comes to performance. Featuring the latest 6th Generation Core i7 processor, this laptop can handle any intense task with easy. Say goodbye to lag and welcome speed and performance with the HP Probook 450 G3!
Business oriented: The entire HP Probook series features elite business notebooks and the HP Probook 450 G3 is no different. The processor and storage on the notebook are ideal for business applications. They can easily handle all business oriented tasks with ease. Apart from this, the Probook 450 G3 has been designed with a rigid aluminium body to be able to take on the wear and tear of everyday tasks. It has also been made to be light weight for portability and mobility.
Beautiful design: Not only does the Probook 450 G3 mark the start of a new processor line but it also feature a new design for the notebooks. The body material used now is stronger and yet allows the laptop to be more light-weight. The keyboard has also been redesigned to feature concave keys now. These feel easier and more relaxing to use.
Windows 10 pre-installed: The latest version of Microsoft Windows i.e. Windows 10 also comes pre-installed with the HP Probook 450 G3. Now enjoy the thrills of the new operating system with the most powerful process in the market!
In the next story, we will be discussing laptops between 100,000 to 150,000 rupees. Keep visiting this space for more.