Many data points and analytics suggest the future when laptops will eventually be replaced by mobile phones and tablets. But, we still haven’t reached the position where the usage of the laptops can be replaced by these portable devices. We may use them for browsing, entertainment, etc., but for actual work and creation, laptops come in immensely handy. So, if you’re looking for a laptop in budget of around Rs. 30000, our list of affordable laptops will prove to be useful:
Toshiba Satellite C850-X0011 Laptop (PSC74G-00S001)
Toshiba C850
Toshiba laptops might not have been as popular as HP and Dell laptops, but they’re known for their sturdiness.
The Satellite C850 features a 2.5 GHz Intel Core i5 processor with 2 GB of RAM. It has 500 GB hard-drive for storage needs. With the screen size of 15.6” screen with HD resolution (1366 x 768 pixels), the laptop is great for both work and entertainment purposes. It has HD webcam for video chatting requirements. It has various ports like Ethernet, memory card reader, USB 3.0 and wireless connectivity options of Bluetooth and Wi-Fi. A 6 cell battery provides enough backup to the user.
However, the laptop doesn’t come with any OS, which means you’ve to purchase Windows separately or use free Linux OS.
HP Pavilion G6-2302AX
HP Pavilion G6-2302AX
HP laptops have always been the mark of quality of a system and are a combination of potent hardware at economical prices.
Unlike most of the laptops being powered by Intel processors, this laptop is powered by AMD processor with clock speed of 2.5 GHz. It has 4 GB DDR3 RAM and storage capacity of 500 GB. Additionally, it offers 1 GB dedicated Graphics card. It has 15.6 inches screen with 1366 x 768 pixels resolution. An HP HD webcam serves the need for video chatting. Of course, it has all the usual ports and connectivity options from Ethernet, USB to Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0. It’s provided juice by 6-cell Li-ion battery.
It’s loaded with Windows 8 operating system.
Lenovo G580-59-358346
Lenovo G580
Ever since acquisition of IBM’s Thinkpad division by Lenovo, the company has been charging ahead of its rivals and has become the leader globally in terms of market share. The G series falls into the ‘Essential’ category of Lenovo laptops which means an affordable laptop without compromising on specifications.
The G580 is powered by the 3rd generation of Intel Core i3 processor clocked at 2.5 Ghz and complemented by a RAM of 2 GB. It has screen size of 15.6” sporting 1366 x 768 pixels resolution. Talking about storage, this laptop will most likely to suffice for all your needs with its massive 1 TB Hard-disk. It has VGA webcam, LAN, 1 USB 2.0 and 2 USB 3.0 ports. It also supports Bluetooth 4.0 and Wi-Fi a/b/g/n.
It comes with DOS, which means that buyers will have to buy the OS themselves.
Dell Vostro 2520
Dell Vostro 2520
Dell laptops have a great reputation especially due to the fact that they can be customized in terms of hardware. This laptop comes in multiple configuration, and its specifications around the budget of rs. 30000 will be-
Screen size of 15.6-inch with resolution of 1366 x 768 pixels. Underneath, it has 3rd gen Core i3 2.4 GHz processor and 4 GB RAM. It’s having an HDD of 500 GB for storage needs. For video calling purposes, it has 1.0 MP Webcam. In terms of connectivity, there’s Ethernet, Bluetooth 4.0, Wi-Fi, HDMNI and 3 USB ports. It has a 6 cell battery which gives it a backup of up to 3 hours.
It’s running on the Ubuntu OS.
Fujitsu Slimbook AH552MC3A5ID
Fujitsu Slimbook AH552MC3A5ID
Fujitsu was one of the prominent hardware manufacturer hailing from Japan, but over the years, it has been unable to compete against global brands. However, that doesn’t mean that its offerings are not good.
The Fujitsu Slimbook features a 15.6” screen with 1366 x 768 pixels resolution. It’s powered by an Intel Core i3 (3rd generation) processor with speed of 2.5 GHz and a RAM of 4 GB. In terms of storage, it has 500 GB SATA hard-disk. It offers HD Webcam for video chatting, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, Ethernet and 3 USB 2.0; 1 USB 3.0 port for connectivity. A 6 cell battery gives the backup of up to 3 hours.
Unfortunately, it doesn’t ship with any OS and users will have to install it on their own.
Sony Vaio E1513ACN
Sony Vaio E1513ACN
Sony laptops are known for their quality and style statements, though this comes at a premium.
The laptop has a 2nd gen Core i3 processor clocked at the 2.2 GHz speed along with a 2 GB RAM. It’s provided storage by a 500 GB HDD. In terms of screen, it has a 15.5” TFT display with resolution of 1366 x 768 pixels. For video calling needs, it has a 1.3 MP webcam. It has all the standard ports and connectivity features- LAN, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0 and USB ports. It’s provided juice by a Li-ion battery giving backup of up to 5.5 hours.
It’s loaded with 64-bit Windows 8 Operating System.
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