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The laptop market has become livelier post-Tet as user demand surges, especially for laptops priced under $200.
1. 5 Laptops Around $200 Worth Investing In
At the beginning of the lunar new year, after the long holiday season and spending spree, many people start shopping for laptops to aid in their studies and work. During this period, most laptop buyers are office workers, students, and pupils. Therefore, laptops in the $200 price range are highly appealing, offering stable performance, adequate screens, and meeting basic work, study, and entertainment needs. Here are 5 affordable laptop models worth considering.
1. Lenovo G510
In the $200 laptop category, Lenovo laptops always maintain a strong position in the market. Thus, the presence of a representative from this Chinese computer manufacturer in this ranking is very reasonable. Enter the Lenovo G510.
The Lenovo G510 boasts a sleek and robust exterior design while remaining compact and lightweight.
Equipped with an Intel Haswell Core i3-4000M processor clocked at 2.4 GHz and integrated Intel HD Graphics 4600, the G510 delivers stable and powerful performance with its 2GB RAM, offering optimal strength over the U series.
Featuring a spacious 15.6-inch display, the Lenovo G510 provides comfortable working space and excellent display quality, along with a convenient separate numeric keypad. Priced at just over 10 million dong, this product is a steal. See more details here
The AsusTP550LA
The ASUS TP550LA features a unique 360-degree rotatable touchscreen and a sleek all-aluminum body design. With its ability to rotate and fold flat over the keyboard, this laptop can function as a true tablet. This versatility is a significant advantage in the 2-in-1 laptop market.
In terms of specifications, the machine is equipped with an Intel Core i3 4030U Haswell processor clocked at 1.90 GHz, 4GB DDR3L RAM (+1 empty slot), 500 GB HDD, and HD Graphics. The ASUS TP550LA comes with a 2-4 Cell battery (depending on configuration) providing an average synchronized working time of 4 hours and exclusive Sonic Master audio technology. This is a 10 million dong laptop worth your investment.
The ASUS TP550LA features a 15.6-inch multitouch display that can be folded from front to back.
The Acer Aspire V3 371
The Acer Aspire V3 371 is a fashionably designed product, especially suitable for women. It boasts a sturdy frame thanks to premium construction materials and high-quality finishing. With its relatively compact size and lightweight 13.3-inch display, it's perfect for users who frequently need to move around.
The Acer Aspire V3 371 is designed with fashion in mind for women.
In terms of specifications, the machine is equipped with a 1.9 GHz Core i3 Haswell U-series processor, 4GB RAM for smooth performance with office applications, web browsing, watching movies, and even playing some non-demanding games. Additionally, the Windows 8 operating system will optimize your work and entertainment experience. The 500GB HDD provides ample storage for personal data.
The device features a 4-cell Li-ion battery (3220mAh) offering approximately 6.5 hours of normal usage. The price for the Acer Aspire V3 371 laptop is 8,890,000 dong.
The Dell Inspiron 3542
In 2014, Dell underwent significant changes in design and manufacturing materials for its range of Dell laptops. The 3542 model marks a dramatic transformation for the Inspiron series.
The Dell Inspiron 3542 boasts an attractive design.
The Dell Inspiron 3542 is available in the Vietnamese market with 4 different models regarding processors and graphics cards: one model features a Core i3 processor paired with Nvidia Geforce 2GB graphics card, another version uses a Core i3 processor with onboard HD Graphics 4400, a similar model but pre-installed with genuine 64-bit Windows 8, and the remaining version runs on a Core i5 processor with integrated Geforce 2GB dedicated graphics card. The version we're discussing here is the Core i3 U-series, with 2GB RAM and HD Graphics 4400.
The Dell Inspiron 3542 sports a rather simple exterior, with squared-off corners and a matte finish back that resists dust and fingerprints well. The machine's structure is sturdy; tests have shown that the frame remains intact after a 30 cm drop. It also features a 15.6-inch HD WLED Truelife display for high brightness and detail, along with a new generation chiclet keyboard for faster and more efficient typing than the previous version.
The price of this product ranges around 10.2 million dong.
The ASUS X452LAV
In the past 2 years, ASUS's X series has always had a strong presence in the mid-range and budget laptop segment. Most students often look to this product line as a perfect choice for laptops priced at 10 million dong, boasting beautiful design and numerous after-sales programs.
The ASUS X452LAV exudes elegance.
The machine features a luxurious and aesthetically pleasing exterior, yet remains sturdy thanks to high-quality hard plastic materials and a moderately glossy finish that helps repel dust. In terms of specifications, the machine is equipped with an Intel Core i3 Haswell 4030U processor clocked at 1.90 GHz, 3M cache with various advanced technologies, notably Intel® Smart Cache, power-saving technology, security technology, etc. The machine comes with a modest 2 GB of RAM (DDR3L) but can be upgraded to a maximum of 8 GB. With a 500 GB hard drive, you can store data without worrying too much about hard drive space.
ASUS equips the laptop with a 14-inch HD resolution screen and Splendid Video Intelligent technology, enhancing image display compared to regular LED screens. The selling price of this product is 9.99 million dong.
