Every year, working professionals ask themselves the same question – which laptop can help me get serious work done? With prices creeping up and “professional” machines often pushing well past the Rs 1 lakh mark, the Rs 75,000 bracket feels like a pressure test for the industry. This is where brands either prove their value or quietly cut corners. In 2026, this segment has become quite competitive. You can now find Apple silicon in this price bracket, Asus machines that are performance beasts, and Lenovo’s devices that quietly cover almost every kind of professional use case imaginable. Now, without wasting any more time, let’s take a look at some solid laptops under Rs 75,000 from the three brands.
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MacBook Air M2
The MacBook Air M2 can often be found on sale under Rs 75,000. It otherwise has an MRP of Rs 85,900 for the starting variant. It features a 13.6-inch Liquid Retina display with True Tone technology, offering vibrant colours and sharp text for both work and entertainment. Its slim profile and weight of just 1.24 kg make it easy to carry around, while the battery life often stretches beyond 15 hours of regular use.
Powered by Apple’s in-house M2 chip, the laptop balances performance and efficiency, handling everything from office tasks and online meetings to photo editing and streaming with ease. The macOS Sequoia operating system further enhances productivity with features such as Stage Manager, better integration with iPhone and iPad, and improved multitasking.
ASUS Vivobook 16
The Asus Vivobook 16 is a solid all-round option that combines Intel Core Ultra 5 Series 2 processor with a bright 16-inch display. With its slim profile and comfortable keyboard, it’s designed for professionals who value portability and a large screen size without cutting back on power. The Vivobook series has always been known for reliability, and this model continues the tradition by offering good performance, clean design, and balanced battery life.
Lenovo Ideapad 5 2-in-1 laptop
For professionals who want a single device that can adapt to work, meetings, and light creative tasks, the Lenovo Smartchoice IdeaPad 5 2-in-1 positions itself as a practical all-rounder. With a 13th Gen Intel Core i5 H-series processor, a responsive touchscreen, and a 360-degree convertible design, it targets users who need both performance and flexibility without stepping into premium pricing. This flexible powerhouse carries an MRP of Rs 96,490 but can be found for around Rs 75,000 on Amazon as part of some special offers.
Asus TUF A15
If you want a laptop that doubles as a gaming as well as business laptop, the ASUS TUF Gaming A15 is worth considering. Powered by an AMD Ryzen 7 7435HS processor and paired with an NVIDIA RTX 3050 GPU, it brings desktop-like muscle to the table for demanding workloads like 3D rendering, video editing, game development, and multitasking-heavy professional use. Its 144Hz FHD display, fast DDR5 memory, and robust cooling-focused design make it clear that this machine prioritises sustained performance over portability. The key question for professionals then becomes whether this gaming-first laptop can double as a reliable daily work machine while offering the extra graphical headroom that thinner ultrabooks simply cannot.
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5 Gen 10
If you want to save a laptop for around Rs 60,000, the IdeaPad Slim 5 Gen 10 is a solid option. The laptop promises to pack a punch in terms of performance and weighing just 1.16 kg, it manages to maintain a slim profile but durable built. The 13.3-inch WUXGA display offers vibrant colours, more vertical space, and slim bezels for an immersive viewing experience. Backed by AMD Ryzen 5 power, 16GB RAM, and smart features like IR facial login, it’s a reliable companion for your day to day tasks.
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Divyanshi Sharma
Divyanshi Sharma is a media and communications professional with over 8 years of experience in the industry. With a strong background in tech journalism, she has covered everything from the latest gadgets to gaming trends and brings a sharp editorial lens to every story. She holds a master’s diploma in mass communication and a bachelor’s degree in English literature. Her love for writing and gaming began early—often skipping classes to try out the latest titles—which naturally evolved into a career at the intersection of technology and storytelling. When she’s not working, you’ll likely find her exploring virtual worlds on her console or PC, or testing out a new laptop she managed to get her hands on. View Full Profile
