We're breaking down our top five picks for the best premium laptops out there. To clarify, when we say premium we mean a device with a hefty price tag. It could be a to pof th e line gaming system, or maybe a sleek and sharp busniess laptop. The categories are varied, but one constant is that we pick the ones that justify their price tag the best.
We're breaking down our top five picks for the best premium laptops out there. To clarify, when we say premium we mean a device with a hefty price tag. It could be a to pof th e line gaming system, or maybe a sleek and sharp busniess laptop. The categories are varied, but one constant is that we pick the ones that justify their price tag the best.
1. Lenovo X1 Carbon Thinkpad (3rd Gen)
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The Lenovo Thinkpad is a great system for all round usage and is the cheapest of our picks this time around. It's small enough and light to carry to the workplace (with a little bit of struggle), and yet powerful enough to hande even graphics heavy tasks like video editing or design.
Key Specs
Screen: 14 inches, 10-point Touchscreen
Weight: 1.28 Kg
Processor: Intel Core i7-5500U @ 2.4 GHz
Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 5500
RAM: 8 GB
Storage: 256 GB SATA-III 6 Gbps TLC 1.8-inch SSD
OS: Windows 8.1 Pro
Ports: 2 x USB 3.0, 3.5mm audio/mic, HDMI, MiniDP
Price: 1,37,891
Check out our Review:
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Review: The greatest ultrabook with the most ludicrous price tag
2. HP Omen
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Key Specs
Processor: Intel® Core™ i7-4720HQ Processor @2.6GHz
OS: Windows 8.1 (64-bit)
Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960M with 4GB DDR5
RAM: 8GB 1600 MHz DDR3 memory standard
Storage: 256GB PCIe SSD
Ports: 4 x USB 3.0, MiniDP v1.2, HDMI v1.4b
Screen 15.6" IPS FHD 1920x1080p. Capacitive Touch Screen 5
Weight 2.12Kgs
Price: Rs 1,59,990
3. Asus ROG G751JL
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Key Specs
Processor: Intel® Core™ i7 4720HQ Processor
Graphic: NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 965M with 2GB GDDR5
Operating System Windows 8.1 Pro
RAM: DDR3, up to 32 GB
Display: 17.3"FHD (1920x1080p)
Storage: 1TB HDD 7200 RPM With 256 G SSD
POrts: Mini DP, 4 x USB 3.0, HDMI, Thunderbolt,
Weight: 4.3 kg (with 8 cell battery)
Price: 1,28,000
4. Alienware 15
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Alienware is a well established player in gaming, and the Alienware 15 is another strong contender. Though on the heavier side, the tradeoff is some brilliant specs, as well as highly programmable and customisable keyboard zones.
Key Specs
Processor: 4th Generation Intel® Core™ i7-4710HQ Processor
Operating System: Windows 8.1
RAM: 16GB DDR3L
Storage: 128GB SSD + 1TB 5400RPM
Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 980M with 4GB GDDR5
Display: 15.6" FHD (1920x1080p)
Weight: 3.207 Kg average
Ports: 3 x USB 3.0, USB 3.0 with PowerShare Technology, Alienware Graphics Amplifier Port, MiniDP, HDMI 1.4
keyboard with AlienFX lighting controls
Price: Rs 1,67,990
5. Lenovo Yoga 3 Pro
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The Lenovo Yoga 3 pro is a beauty to look at. Lightest on this list by far, it's a joy to carry around and even more pleasing to work on. It's processor is a bit of a letdown, if you were looking for something beefier, but it more than makes up in pure aesthetic appeal. Get it if the only thing you like about Macbooks is their look.
Key Specs:
Processor: 1.1GHz Intel Core M-5Y60 processor
RAM: 8GB DDR3L RAM
Storage: 256GB SSD
Weight: 1.19 Kg
Display: 13" qHD (3200x1800p) display (multi touch)
Battery: 44Wh battery (claims 7-hour battery life)
Ports: 2x USB 3.0, MicroHDMI
Price: Rs 1,14,990
Check out our review:
Lenovo Yoga 3 Pro Review: Almost Prince Charming; betrayed by a processor
