Laptop Suggestions for mid-high CPU uses

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I am looking for new laptop. Currently using HP G6 2005AX from 2011 still working solid but due to recent heavy OS and applications its lacking back even after upgrading to SSD and 8GB RAM. I was considering Macbook pro M3 but i mostly use Microsoft apps like remote desktop, teams etc.

1) What is your budget? (INR or USD)
Upto 1L INR (Less is better)

2) What size & weight consideration (if any) would you prefer?

Mainstream; 15" - 16" screen

3) What are the primary tasks you will be performing with this notebook?
Treading View charts, Simultaneously chrome tabs 20-25 (For 20-30min), Teams.

5) Any typical configuration in your mind you're eying for ?
Looking for Strong Processor and best battery life in budget

4) Are there any brands that you prefer or any you really don't like?
Asus, HP, DELL (Any will do as long they have good service in tire2 city)

6) Anything else you would like to say?

1. Metal body or similar but other than plastic. (Current HP is plastic and its hinges are broken even after light handling)
2. 4 Cell Battery - Optional (As long as backup is good)
3. No Touch Screen
4. NO GPU - Optional (It will heat a lot...? )
5. Purchase place : Online / Offline (Croma)
6. No soldered RAM

*www.amazon.in/ASUS-Vivobook-OLED-Built-M5406WA-PP961WS/dp/B0DBLRN8R6

Was 105k some time back, check locally if it can be had for 105k (+ CC offer extra).

RAM is soldered, 24GB is fine but 32GB would have been better.

*www.flipkart.com/lenovo-ideapad-pr...aptop/p/itm1f4865cbfe7ea?pid=COMGZN7RRHARKTDE

This was 90-95k after card offers some time back. Bit slower CPU & not as efficient as that Ryzen but you get 32GB RAM (soldered).

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Thank You i will look at Asus deal. What about Intel CPUs? They don't offer power and performance like AMD now a days?

I am having confusion to spend 1L on laptop against its durability? My old HP H6 from 2011 still working good which costed 33K

omega44-xt said:
**www.amazon.in/ASUS-Vivobook-OLED-Built-M5406WA-PP961WS/dp/B0DBLRN8R6

Was 105k some time back, check locally if it can be had for 105k (+ CC offer extra).

RAM is soldered, 24GB is fine but 32GB would have been better.

**www.flipkart.com/lenovo-ideapad-p...aptop/p/itm1f4865cbfe7ea?pid=COMGZN7RRHARKTDE
This was 90-95k after card offers some time back. Bit slower CPU & not as efficient as that Ryzen but you get 32GB RAM (soldered).

How is after-sales service in Ausus?

Prajyot said:
Thank You i will look at Asus deal. What about Intel CPUs? They don't offer power and performance like AMD now a days?

I am having confusion to spend 1L on laptop against its durability? My old HP H6 from 2011 still working good which costed 33K

Intel is behind AMD for both performance & efficiency.

shreeux said:
How is after-sales service in Ausus?

Not good, globally they are trying to rip off customers even if their RMA claim is genuine. But Asus makes good quality products.

In India, RMA exp is bad for everyone because of poor customer protection laws. Basically you can get unlucky with anyone.

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What are best available option if i want to go for max 60K budget, Performance & Battery? I confused to spend 1L on laptop

IMO this ThinkPad E14 will suffice, add a 32GB RAM stick to it (8GB is soldered).

*www.amazon.in/dp/B0C7J16NYC

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@omega44-xt

Anything in Asus?
ThinkPad E14 is not available on official site.

Prajyot said:
@omega44-xt

Anything in Asus?
ThinkPad E14 is not available on official site.

ThinkPad has better build than any Asus at that price. Also, Asus is trying to push soldered RAM.

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omega44-xt said:
ThinkPad has better build than any Asus at that price. Also, Asus is trying to push soldered RAM.

Why it's not available on official site but on Flipkart and Amazon. Because of old model? If I buy it any issue on part availability and other?

How is this custom build ThinkPad @ 79k

AMD Ryzen™ 7 7735U Processor (2.70 GHz up to 4.75 GHz)
32 GB DDR5-4800MT/s (SODIMM) - (2 x 16 GB)
1 TB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe Gen4 TLC Opal
Wi-Fi 6E 2x2 AX & Bluetooth® 5.1 or above
Backlit, Black - English (US)
3 Cell Li-Polymer 57Wh

Prajyot said:
Why it's not available on official site but on Flipkart and Amazon. Because of old model? If I buy it any issue on part availability and other?

How is this custom build ThinkPad @ 79k

AMD Ryzen™ 7 7735U Processor (2.70 GHz up to 4.75 GHz)
32 GB DDR5-4800MT/s (SODIMM) - (2 x 16 GB)
1 TB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe Gen4 TLC Opal
Wi-Fi 6E 2x2 AX & Bluetooth® 5.1 or above
Backlit, Black - English (US)
3 Cell Li-Polymer 57Wh

R7 7735U chip at 80k is kind of expensive. Also, which display?

FYI - I bought a 14" Lenovo Ideapad for 72k with 100% sRGB LCD panel, Core Ultra 5 135H & 32GB RAM, this was 6+ months ago.

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omega44-xt said:
R7 7735U chip at 80k is kind of expensive. Also, which display?

FYI - I bought a 14" Lenovo Ideapad for 72k with 100% sRGB LCD panel, Core Ultra 5 135H & 32GB RAM, this was 6+ months ago.

35.56cms (14) WUXGA (1920 x 1200), IPS, Anti-Glare, Non-Touch, 45%NTSC, 300 nits, 60Hz

Its a custom build from lenovo

Rs. 5700 extra for 35.56cms (14) 2.2K (2240 x 1400), IPS, Anti-Glare, Non-Touch, 100%sRGB, 300 nits, 60Hz

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Can anyone tell why price is less for this model as comped to small screen

*www.lenovo.com/in/en/p/laptops/thinkpad/thinkpade/lenovo-thinkpad-e16-gen-2-16-inch-amd/21m5s05h00

*www.lenovo.com/in/en/p/laptops/thinkpad/thinkpade/lenovo-thinkpad-e14-gen-6-14-inch-amd/21m3s08600

*www.lenovo.com/in/en/p/laptops/thinkpad/thinkpade/lenovo-thinkpad-e14-gen-6-14-inch-amd/21m3s08500

Which one is good if i am getting 5K discount on listed price.

People prefer smaller laptops

Even R5 is decent for its price.

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@omega44-xt How is this display?
WUXGA (1920 x 1200), IPS, Anti-Glare, Non-Touch, 45%NTSC, 300 nits, 60Hz

Some time I watch movies and youtube videos but no game at all.

I want to order asap but stuck due to screen I am also ok with thinkbook if it offer good value for money and somewhat same durability

If the price for 100%sRGB is not too expensive for you, then prefer that, otherwise 45% NTSC is also fine, will do the job, movies and youtube videos will be just average to watch. Chances are, your phone might have higher quality screen than this 45% NTSC screen so you would prefer to watch over phone.

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Thank you guys for suggestion.

Ordered ThinkPad @ 81K, I will 7% cash back on CC and i am going to claim GST too.

Processor: AMD Ryzen™ 7 7735U Processor (2.70 GHz up to 4.75 GHz)selected upgrade
Operating System: No Operating System
Microsoft Productivity Software: No Microsoft Office
Memory: 8 GB DDR5-4800MT/s (SODIMM)
Solid State Drive: 1 TB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe Gen4 TLC Opalselected upgrade
Display: 40.64cms (16) WQXGA (2560 x 1600), IPS, Anti-Glare, Non-Touch, 100%sRGB, 400 nits, 60Hz, Low Blue Lightselected upgrade
Graphic Card: Integrated Graphics
Camera: 1080P FHD IR Hybrid with Dual Microphone and Privacy Shutterselected upgrade
Color: Graphite Black
Base Cover Material: Aluminumselected upgrade
Wireless: Wi-Fi 6 2x2 AX & Bluetooth® 5.1 or aboveselected upgrade
Ethernet: Wired Ethernet
Fingerprint Reader: No Fingerprint Reader
Keyboard: Backlit, Black with Number Pad - English (US)selected upgrade
Battery: 3 Cell Li-Polymer 57Wh
Power Cord: 65W USB-C Low Cost 90% PCC 3pin AC Adapter - India
Adobe Acrobat: No Adobe Acrobat
Security Software: No Security Software
Second Security Software: None
Third Security Software: None
Cloud Security Software: No Cloud Security Software
Warranty: 1 Year Courier or Carry-in

Is your HP Pavilion g6-2005ax still working now? When did you purchase it? I bought an HP Pavilion g4-2049tx for around ₹39,000 on the last day of 2012. It is now 12.5 years old and works fine.

Have you ever cleaned the heat sink or replaced the thermal paste on your old laptop? Are the CPU temperatures now acceptable after using it for 14 years?