In this article, we've listed the best laptops under NPR 80000 you could buy in Nepal right now. These laptops are for casual users, students, and office-goers and are not meant for gaming, editing, and other demanding tasks.

Choosing a laptop under NPR 80000 (A mini-guide)

Basics aside, there are certain things that one should be looking out for when searching for the best laptops under NPR 80000 in Nepal. First, a display with Full HD resolution should be your top priority. Furthermore, performance-wise, you aim for at least the 12th Gen Intel Core i5 processor or Ryzen 5 CPU, 8GB RAM, and 256GB SSD. The market is full of 12th/13th Gen Intel and Ryzen 5000/6000/7000 CPUs, but newer doesn't always mean better in this regard. Anyway, don't keep your hopes high in terms of graphics. You are less likely to get discrete graphics in this range. So, that being said, let us dive into our pick for the best laptops under NPR 80000 in Nepal.

Best laptops under NPR 80000 in Nepal 2023 [Summary]

6. Asus Vivobook Go 14 (2023)

We are starting this list of best budget laptops under Rs. 80,000 with the latest Vivobook Go 14. It is a traditional laptop for day-to-day tasks in this list. However, it comes with MIL-STD-810H certification, so it can take a bump or two. It is not just durable but stylish, too — with Asus offering three different color options.The rest of the specs are pretty much what we expect from a laptop under Rs. 80,000 in Nepal. It has the Ryzen 5 7520U processor with integrated Radeon graphics. This is paired with 16GB of LPDDR5 RAM and 512GB of NVMe SSD storage. As its name suggests, the Vivobook Go 14 sports a 14-inch FHD IPS screen, so it's also pretty portable.

5. Acer Swift 3 (2021)

The second entry in this list of best laptops under NPR 80000 in Nepal is the 2021 edition of the Swift 3. To remind you, last time the Ryzen 5 variant made it to our list time, while now, we have the Ryzen 7 5700U variant. This Octa-core processor has a boost clock up to 4.3GHz and 8MB of L3 cache. You are also sorted with build, the Acer Swift 3 has an aluminum chassis with a thickness of 15.9mm. It weighs 1.2kg, kilogram, so it’s portable enough to carry around in the backpack.The other highlight of the Swift 3 is the display. It sports a 14-inch FHD (1920 x 1080 pixels) LCD screen with an anti-glare layer on top. Here, you get 100% sRGB coverage, 72% NTSC color gamut as well as 300 nits of brightness—which are quite appreciable to get in this price range. And you also get a fingerprint scanner for biometrics.

4. Dell Vostro 15 3520 (2022)

Just missing out on the top three spots, we have the Dell Vostro 15 3520 (2022). This laptop is currently up for sale for just Rs. 80,000. It is powered by 12th Gen Intel Core i5-1235U CPU, which is paired with 8GB LPDDR4 RAM and 512GB SSD. The key USP here is the MX550 graphics with 2GB VRAM which is enough for your basic Photoshop needs and light gaming. That said, you can expect much better build quality from Dell.In terms of display, you get a 15.6-inch FHD display with a narrow border and anti-glare coating. While for the I/O, there are two USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C ports, two USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports, one USB 2.0 port, a 3.5mm headphone jack, and a HDMI 1.4 port.

3. Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i (2023)

The IdeaPad Slim 3i (2023) is the only laptop in this list of best laptops under Rs. 80,000 in Nepal to feature a H-series processor. The CPU in question is Intel’s Core i5-13420H processor. Thus, you can expect it to outperform other U-series Intel and AMD processors that you get in this price range. Likewise, you get 16GB of LPDDR5 RAM and 512GB of SSD. All in all, you can use this laptop for all regular tasks as well as basic photo editing.

The 56Wh battery can last up to 4.5 hours of continuous usage before giving the Battery Low prompt. You get a 65W charger with the laptop that can recharge it in 1.5 hours. The only drawback of this laptop is the TN panel, which results in a bad viewing angle. That said, you can find IPS models of the same laptop in the market as well.[caption id="attachment_165254" align="alignnone" width="900"] Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i Display[/caption]

• Read our review of Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i (2023).

2. Acer Aspire 7 (2022)

If you want dedicated graphics on a budget, the Aspire 7 (2022) is the best option currently in Nepal. It boasts the GTX 1650 GPU, which should allow you photo editing and casual gaming. As for the CPU, it has a modest Ryzen 5 5500U processor with 6 cores and 12 threads. This is paired with 8GB and 512GB of SSD storage. You get a big 15.6-inch display with 144Hz refresh rate.Outside of it, it brings a plastic-metal hybrid design. The lid is made of aluminum, while the rest of the body is composed of plastic. In terms of connectivity, it has a Type-C port and Wi-Fi 6, which are a great addition to a Rs. 80,000 laptop in Nepal. All in all, we believe the Aspire 7 is a great starter laptop for students on a budget.

• Read our review of the Acer Aspire 7.

1. Lenovo Thinkbook 13s Gen 4 (Ryzen 5 6600U)

This brings us to the Lenovo Thinkbook 14s Gen 3, which is the best overall laptop that you can buy under Rs. 80,000 in Nepal. The previous model with Ryzen 5 5500U was a very good deal. And it gets even better with this iteration. This guy retains the top-notch 13.3-inch IPS panel with 300nits peak brightness, 100% sRGB color gamut support, and Dolby Vision. The most striking feature of this laptop is its design again. You get an all-aluminum body, which is not that common even in sub-1 lakh laptops. The Thinkbook is Lenovo’s premium lineup, so be assured about the build quality as well.With a pretty thin profile and 1.25kg, portability gets very handy here. The laptop's keyboard comes with decent key travel and backlight. The port selection and battery life are also quite good for the price like USB-A 3.2 Gen 1, a USB-C 3.2 Gen 2, and HDMI 2.0. In addition, Lenovo offers a compact 65W Type-C charger in the box.

• target="_blank" rel="noopener">Watch our review of Lenovo Thinkbook 13s Gen 3.

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