Best laptops under Rs 30,000

When you are tight on a budget of 30,000, you will often come across Pentium laptops which can’t handle modern-day multitasking, so what we have done here is made sure that you at least get a decent performance so that you can do perform basic task, including office work, browsing, and multimedia consumption. We have also included a 2-in-1 laptop to this list to give you multiple choices. 

CHUWI CoreBook X Pro – ₹32,990

While it is slightly over the 30k budget range, the value it offers is the best in class (you’ll agree with me once I start narrating specs). CoreBook X Pro is powered by Intel Core i5-12450H (8-cores/12-threads, 4.4 GHz max), making it the most powerful laptop in our list. You get 1980x1080p resolution with a 16:9 aspect ratio and 6mm bezels for better media consumption. In the storage department, you get 512 GB of SSD and 16 GB of DDR4 RAM clocked at 3200 MHz. The whole package is wrapped around an aluminium alloy weighing around 1.7 kg. 

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The port options include HDMI 2.0, 1 x USB 2.0, 2 x USB 3.0, USB-C, 3.5 mm headphone jack, Gigabit Ethernet, and an SD card slot. 49.08 Wh battery can power the laptop for 6 hours of normal usage, while the backlight keyboard with number pad helps you with overtime you are usually asked to do without extra pay. 

Specification	Details
Price	₹ 32,990
Processor	Intel Core i5-12450H (8-core/12-thread, up to 4.4 GHz)
Graphics	Intel UHD for 12th Gen
Memory	16 GB DDR4-3200 (upgradable to 32 GB)
Storage	512 GB NVMe SSD + spare M.2 slot
Display	15.6-inch 1920 × 1080 IPS, 178 ° viewing
Battery & charging	49.08 Wh, ≈ 6 h use, 65 W fast charge
Ports	USB-C (data), 3 × USB-A 3.0, HDMI 2.0, micro-SD, 3.5 mm audio
Wireless	Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.1
Weight & thickness	1.8 kg, 17.9 mm
Keyboard	Full-size backlit with numeric pad

Who should buy this laptop: Performance-hungry students and freelancers who juggle code editors, browser tabs, and light photo work will appreciate the H-series CPU and 16 GB RAM. Travellers wanting a roomy screen without carrying more than 2 kg will value the slim metal body and 6-hour battery. First-time creators needing upgrade-friendly storage and many full-size ports at under ₹ 33,000 will find the CoreBook X Pro tough to beat.

HP 250R G9 – ₹31,050

HP’s 250R G9 keeps costs to ₹31,050 yet delivers a very modern everyday machine. It’s 13th-Gen Core i3-1315U brings six cores and eight threads that burst to 4.5 GHz for brisk office multitasking. The chip is paired with 8 GB DDR4-3200 in a dual-slot layout, so you can lift capacity to 32 GB later, and a 512 GB PCIe NVMe SSD, which should be enough for day-to-day tasks. A 15.6-inch full-HD, anti-glare panel (250 nits, 45% NTSC) offers plenty of workspace without reflections. Connectivity is generous for the money: a 10 Gbps USB-C port with DisplayPort 1.4 and Power-Delivery, two 5 Gbps USB-A 3.2 Gen 1, HDMI 1.4b, RJ-45, an SD card slot, and a combo audio jack. Wi-Fi 6 plus Bluetooth 5.3 keep wireless links fast, while a 3-cell 41 Wh battery is rated for about seven hours of mixed use and supports 45 W Smart-Charge bricks. Despite the port spread and MIL-STD-tested chassis, the laptop tips the scales at a travel-friendly 1.74 kg and measures a slim 24 mm at its thickest point.

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Specification	Details
Processor	Intel Core i3-1315U, 6 cores (2 P + 4 E), 8 threads, up to 4.5 GHz turbo, 10 MB L3
Graphics	Intel UHD Graphics (integrated)
Memory	8 GB DDR4-3200 (1 × 8 GB), two SO-DIMM slots, up to 32 GB
Storage	512 GB PCIe NVMe
Display	15.6-inch 1920 × 1080, anti-glare, 250 nits, 45% NTSC, micro-edge bezels
Battery & life	41 Wh Li-ion, quoted up to 7.25 h usage
Weight	1.74 kg
Ports	1 × USB-C 10 Gbps with DP 1.4 & PD, 2 × USB-A 5 Gbps, HDMI 1.4b, RJ-45, SD, 3.5 mm audio

Who should buy this laptop: Students and home-office workers who need a reliable daily driver for documents, browsing, and light multitasking will welcome the six-core i3. Travellers wanting a full-size screen without lugging more than two kilograms will appreciate the 1.74 kg build, Wi-Fi 6, and wide port mix. Budget-minded small-business users seeking an upgrade-friendly platform with Ethernet and MIL-STD resilience at just over ₹ 30k should put the 250R G9 high on their shortlist.

Lenovo’s V15 G4 – ₹32,700

Lenovo’s V15 G4 (2024) delivers solid daily performance for just ₹ 32,700 by pairing AMD’s 4-core/8-thread Ryzen 5 7520U, which boosts to 4.3 GHz, with 8 GB of fast LPDDR5-5500 memory soldered to the board and a 512 GB PCIe NVMe SSD. The 15.6-inch Full-HD panel is anti-glare and can go up to 250 nits. At just under 20 mm thick, the Arctic-grey chassis tips the scales at < 1.63 kg, making it light enough for commuters yet sturdy enough to pass MIL-STD-810H tests. A 38 Wh battery is rated for about 8–9 h of mixed work or up to 14 h of local video, and it supports Rapid Charge to 80% in 1 h with the bundled 65 W adapter. Connectivity is generous for the price: 1 × USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 with Power-Delivery and DisplayPort 1.2, 2 × USB-A 5 Gbps, HDMI 1.4b, Gigabit RJ-45, a combo audio jack, and Wi-Fi 6 + Bluetooth 5.2, while Dolby-tuned 1.5 W speakers, a 720p webcam with privacy shutter, and a spill-resistant keyboard round out a balanced business-ready package.

Specification	Details
Price	₹ 32,700
Processor	AMD Ryzen 5 7520U, 4 cores/8 threads, 2.8 GHz base, 4.3 GHz boost
Graphics	Integrated AMD Radeon 610M
Memory	8 GB LPDDR5-5500 (dual-channel, soldered, not upgradable)
Storage	512 GB PCIe 4.0 M.2 2242 NVMe SSD (single slot)
Display	15.6-in 1920 × 1080, 250 nits, anti-glare, 45% NTSC
Battery & charging	38 Wh Li-ion, Rapid Charge 80 % in 60 min; claimed up to 8.7 h MobileMark or 14.4 h video
Ports	USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (PD + DP 1.2), 2 × USB-A 5 Gbps, HDMI 1.4b, RJ-45, 3.5 mm audio
Weight	1.63 kg

Who should buy this laptop: Office professionals and students who juggle documents, spreadsheets, and web apps will find the Ryzen 5 CPU and fast LPDDR5 memory more than adequate. Travellers who value a full-size 15-inch screen without lugging over 1.7 kg will appreciate the slim, MIL-rated build and long video playback.

Acer’s Aspire 3 – ₹32,990

Acer’s Aspire 3 A324-53 delivers lively everyday computing at ₹ 32,990 by pairing Intel’s 13th-Gen Core i3-1305U (1 P-core, 4 E-cores, 6 threads, 4.5 GHz boost) with 8 GB DDR4-3200 dual-channel memory and a 512 GB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe SSD inside a steel-grey body that weighs just 1.45 kg and is 19.4 mm thick. The two SO-DIMM slots and spare M.2 bay let you expand to 32 GB RAM and 1 TB storage when workloads grow. A 14-inch Full-HD IPS screen with an anti-glare coating keeps visuals crisp in lecture halls, while the 2 MP webcam adds a privacy shutter for peace of mind. Connectivity is strong for the price: USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 with Power Delivery and DisplayPort, 2 × USB-A 3.2 Gen 1, USB-A 2.0, HDMI 1.4, plus Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2. The 45.6 Wh 2-cell battery promises around 6.5 h mixed use and recharges via the bundled 65 W adapter.

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Specification	Details
Price	₹32,990
Processor	Intel Core i3-1305U, 5 cores (1 P, 4 E), 6 threads, 4.5 GHz turbo, 10 MB L3 cache
Graphics	Intel UHD Graphics for 13th Gen processors
Memory	8 GB DDR4-3200 dual-channel, upgradable to 32 GB with two SO-DIMM slots
Storage	512 GB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe SSD, spare M.2 slot supports up to 1 TB
Display	14-inch, 1920 × 1080 IPS, anti-glare, 250 nits, 16:9 aspect
Battery & charging	45.6 Wh 2-cell Li-ion, ≈ 6.5 h run time, 65 W USB-C PD adapter
Ports	USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (PD, DP 1.4), 2 × USB-A 3.2 Gen 1, USB-A 2.0, HDMI 1.4, 3.5 mm audio jack
Weight	1.45 kg

Who should buy this laptop: Commuting students and office users needing a light, Wi-Fi 6-equipped machine for documents, multitasking, and video calls will feel right at home. Upgraders who plan to add RAM or a larger SSD later get an easy path without opening their wallets today. 

Chuwi FreeBook 2-in-1 – ₹29,490

Chuwi’s FreeBook 2-in-1 tips the scales at about 1.7 kg yet lets you flip its 13.5-inch 2 K (2256 × 1504) touch display right round on a 360-degree hinge, so it doubles as a roomy tablet, perfect for sketching or scrolling social feeds in portrait mode, while an Intel Core i3-1215U with six cores and eight threads (4 E + 2 P, turbo 4.4 GHz) should be more than enough for basic tasks, alongside 12 GB LPDDR4 memory and a 512 GB PCIe SSD. Add Wi-Fi 6, three full-function USB-C ports, a privacy webcam, and up to 8-hour battery life from the 38 Wh pack, and this ₹29,490 metal-cased convertible becomes a tempting travel partner for anyone who wants big-screen versatility on a tight budget.

Specification	Details
Price	₹ 29,490
Processor	Intel Core i3-1215U, 6 cores (2 P, 4 E), 8 threads, up to 4.4 GHz turbo, 10 MB cache
Graphics	Intel UHD Graphics (12th Gen)
Memory	12 GB LPDDR4, dual-channel soldered
Storage	512 GB PCIe SSD, user-serviceable slot
Display	13.5-inch 2 K, 2256 × 1504, 3:2 aspect, 10-point touch, 360-degree hinge
Battery & life	38 Wh lithium-ion, claimed 6–8 h use, PD fast-charge support
Weight	1.7 kg, ≈ 17 mm thick aluminium chassis
Ports	3 × USB-C (data, charging, DisplayPort), 3.5 mm audio jack

Who should buy this laptop: Commuting students who want tablet flexibility for note-taking and a sharp 3:2 screen for reading will love the 360-degree design and 2 K panel. Remote professionals needing brisk Office performance, plenty of RAM, and triple USB-C connectivity without stretching the purse will find strong value here. Casual creators seeking an affordable, lightweight convertible for photo tweaks, streaming, and social media should shortlist the FreeBook.

Infinix Y4 Max Series – ₹29,990

This is one of those rare finds that still ships one of the recent generations of CPU without compromising the basics. Infinix’s INBook Y4 Max squeezes a 16-in FHD+ 1920 × 1200 panel with a tall 16:10 ratio, 300 nits brightness, and 83 % sRGB into an 18 mm, 1.78 kg aluminium shell, yet sells for just ₹ 29,990. Under the hood sits a 13th-Gen Core i3-1315U hexa-core CPU (2 P + 4 E, 4.5 GHz boost) joined by 8 GB 5200 MHz LPDDR4X RAM and a 512 GB PCIe 3.0 SSD. Ice Storm cooling and a dedicated power-boost button keep clocks steady during heavier bursts, while Iris Xe graphics handle everyday visuals. A 70 Wh battery is rated for about 8h of mixed work and jumps to 75% in an hour with the 65 W Type-C charger. Connectivity is generous at this price: 2 × USB-C (data, charging), 2 × USB-A 3.0, HDMI 1.4, micro-SD, and a 3.5 mm jack, backed by Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2. Extras such as a 1080p webcam with dual-LED flash, a back-lit keyboard, and a glass multi-gesture touchpad round off a surprisingly feature-rich machine for budget buyers.

Specification	Details
Price	₹ 29,990
Processor	Intel Core i3-1315U, 6 cores (2 P, 4 E), 8 threads, 1.2–4.5 GHz, 10 MB cache
Graphics	Intel Iris Xe integrated GPU
Memory	8 GB LPDDR4X 5200 MHz
Storage	512 GB PCIe 3.0 NVMe SSD, dedicated spare slot for expansion
Display	16 in, 1920 × 1200, 16:10, IPS, anti-glare, 300 nits, 83% sRGB
Battery & charging	70 Wh, ≈8 h claimed run-time, 65 W Type-C fast charge 75% in 60 min
Ports	2 × USB-C, 2 × USB-A 3.0, HDMI 1.4, micro-SD, 3.5 mm audio
Weight	1.78 kg

Who should buy this laptop: Students and office-goers who need a roomy 16-inch screen, long battery life, and Wi-Fi 6 for under ₹ 30,000 will find strong value here. Creators and coders wanting more vertical space, Type-C charging, and SSD upgradability without heft should take note.

Chuwi’s CoreBook X – ₹24,990

Chuwi’s CoreBook X proves you do not need to spend more than ₹24,990 to get a sharp 2K screen and a modern 12-core laptop; its Intel Core i3-1220P (10 cores / 12 threads, 4.4 GHz boost) teams with 8 GB DDR4-3200 and a 512 GB NVMe SSD. The 14-inch IPS panel packs a roomy 2160 × 1440 resolution in a tall 3:2 aspect ratio, and it covers the full sRGB gamut for richer colours when you edit photos. Despite the metal shell, the chassis weighs only about 1.4 kg and is 17 mm thin, yet you still get Wi-Fi 6, a back-lit keyboard, and a 46.2 Wh battery that lasts roughly a workday of browsing and documents. One USB-C port, two USB-A 3.2 ports, HDMI 1.4, micro-SD, and a headphone jack cover most accessories, while two SO-DIMM slots and an open M.2 bay let you raise RAM to 32 GB and storage to 1 TB later on. All told, the CoreBook X offers a rare mix of high-resolution display, upgrade freedom, and travel-friendly weight at an entry-level price.

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Specification	Details
Price	₹24,990
Processor	Intel Core i3-1220P, 10 cores (2 P cores, 8 E cores), 12 threads, 4.4 GHz turbo, 12 MB cache
Graphics	Intel UHD Graphics (12ᵗʰ Gen)
Memory	8 GB DDR4-3200, dual SO-DIMM slots, upgradable to 32 GB
Storage	512 GB PCIe NVMe SSD, spare M.2 2280 slot for up to 1 TB
Display	14-inch, 2160 × 1440 IPS, 3:2 aspect, 100% sRGB, 85% screen-to-body ratio
Battery & charging	46.2 Wh Li-ion, ≈ 6 h mixed use, 65 W barrel-plug adapter
Ports	USB-C 3.2 Gen 1, 2 × USB-A 3.2, HDMI 1.4, micro-SD, 3.5 mm audio
Weight	1.4 kg aluminium chassis

Who should buy this laptop: Students and remote workers who crave a crisp high-resolution screen and Wi-Fi 6 in a sub-2 kg bag will love the CoreBook X. First-time creators needing RAM and SSD headroom as their projects grow get easy, inexpensive upgrade paths. 

Which laptop should you buy?

If you need the largest canvas for spreadsheets or movies, the Infinix Y4 Max and its 16-in 16:10 panel give you the most screen real-estate without breaking ₹30,000, while raw CPU muscle lands with Chuwi’s CoreBook X Pro, whose Core i5-12450H and 16 GB RAM make it the quickest choice in this line-up at just under ₹33,000. Travellers after a genuinely light load should eye the 1.5 kg Acer Aspire 3; its Core i3-1305U, Wi-Fi 6, and USB-C charging suit café or lecture-hall work yet still keep you on budget. Business users who value Ethernet, Rapid-Charge and a spill-resistant keyboard will feel at home with either the HP 250R G9 at roughly ₹31,000 or Lenovo’s MIL-tested V15 G4, whose Ryzen 5 chip and Type-C docking support add extra flexibility for ₹32,700. If pen-friendly note-taking or couch browsing appeals, the Chuwi FreeBook offers a 360-degree 2 K touch display, triple USB-C ports and 6-to-8-hour battery life for barely ₹29,500, whereas creators who want a taller 3:2 2K screen plus easy RAM and SSD upgrades should shortlist the Chuwi CoreBook X at a wallet-friendly ₹24,990. In short, pick the Infinix for a big screen on a shoestring, CoreBook X Pro for performance, Aspire 3 for portability, HP or Lenovo for office features and wired networking, FreeBook for convertible versatility, and CoreBook X for high-resolution productivity with future-proof upgrade paths.