Best thin and light laptops in India for 2023

Jun 5, 2023, 16:30 IST

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A thin and light laptop is portable and easy to carry around. It’s ideal if you’re someone who travels a lot or needs your laptop handy to work at different places. If you want a good performing thin and light laptop then you should try and go for laptops with 1TB SSD (Solid State Drive) storage. SSD offers better read and write speeds over HDD (Hard Disk Drive). It’s also reliable and can last longer in terms of wear and tear.

So if you’re looking for thin and light laptops with 1TB SSD, here are some options you can consider.

How we do our research

Our ranking criteria

Over the year, we reviewed the number of laptops covering every aspect and use case. As a result, we consider laptops with only a 4+ rating; other than this, we consider design, audio and display quality, and overall performance relying on our expertise after testing hundreds of laptops.

We also consider the device's aesthetics, ergonomics and features.

Things to consider when buying

With several screen sizes, processor options, and other elements buying a laptop gets harder. However, here are some essential factors to remember when buying a laptop.

CPU and GPU

CPU and GPU are the most important parts of laptops, the better the CPU and GPU, the better the overall performance. Currently, laptops with 10th or 11th Gen processors will do the job.

For the GPU, you can go for Nvidia GeForce GTX or RTX. The RTX 30-series can be your latest option. On the other hand, you can also look for laptops with AMD Radeon RX 5000M series as they are considered ideal for long-run use.

The Resolution

Avoid displays lower than 1920 × 1080 resolution when buying a laptop. 3840 × 2160 resolution or 4K screens is something to consider as this will give you a decent visual experience.

Keyboard

You'll spend endless hours pounding the keys on your laptop so consider laptops with a lighted keyboard, which will be helpful during long working hours. Also, a keyboard that has a comfortable layout with full-sized keys along with adequate travel on the downstroke will give a snappy response.

If you want to enhance your experience then look for a backlit keyboard as they will be super-beneficial while working in low-light conditions.

RAM

When buying a long-lasting laptop with a durable build quality then you need a minimum of 8GB of RAM. If you are a heavy user then you can go for 16GB of RAM. Meanwhile, if you are a gamer then look for a minimum 16Gb and beyond for a decent gaming experience.

Battery backup

Before buying a gaming laptop, ensure that it offers enough battery backup for your needs. Look out for fast charging support, as it'll help you charge the laptop faster.

HD webcam

A webcam with a high video resolution is a must in a laptop. The higher the resolution, the better will be the video quality while attending online classes or lectures.

Features comparison

Laptops	Specifications	Screen size	Product link
HP 15 (2021)	8 GB RAM, 1TB SSD, Windows 10, MS Office, Alexa Built-in, 1.75 kg	15- inch	Buy On
ASUS ZenBook Flip S	16GB/1TB SSD/Windows 10/Office 2019/Iris X Graphics/Jade Black/1.2 kg)	13.3- inch	Buy On
HP Spectre 15T x360 i7	16GB RAM, 1TBNVMe SSD, Nvidia GTX 1650Ti 4GB, HP Pen, Fingerprint Reader	15.6- inch	Buy On
Dell Inspiron 5301	1TB SSD / Integrated Graphics / Windows 10	13.3- inch	Buy On
HP Envy	11th Gen Core i7/ 16GB/ 1TB SSD/ Windows 10/ NVIDIA MX450 2GB	13.3- inch	Buy On
Lenovo Yoga Slim 7	16GB/ 1TB SSD/ Windows 10/ MS Office/ Intel Iris Xe GFX/ Carbon Fiber	13.3- inch	Buy On
Lenovo ThinkBook 15	8GB/ 512GB SSD/ Windows 11/ MS Office	15.6- inch	Buy On
ASUS Vivobook S15	16GB/ 512GB SSD/ Iris Xe Graphics/ Windows 11	15.6- inch	Buy On

HP 15 (2021)

The HP 15 laptop comes with 8GB of RAM in addition to 1TB of SSD storage. It weighs 1.75 kg, and comes in a silver colour. The laptop has a 15.6-inch Full HD anti-glare display with Intel Iris Xe graphics. It is powered by the 11th Gen Intel Core i5 processor and comes with Windows 10 Home pre-installed. The laptop also has MS Office and Student 2019 pre-loaded. The HP 15 laptop is also said to last for up to 12 hours on a single charge. It comes with 1 USB Type-C port, 2 USB Type-A ports, and 1 microSD card reader. The laptop also features an HD camera with dual array digital microphone.

ASUS ZenBook Flip S

The Asus ZenBook Flip S is actually a 2-in-1 convertible so if you’re looking for this form factor then you can go for this laptop. It also features a touchpad that doubles as a number pad. The laptop is powered by the 11th Gen Intel Core i7 processor paired with 16GB of RAM and 1TB of SSD storage. The Asus ZenBook Flip S features a 13.3-inch 4K UHD OLED display with touchscreen support. The laptop is also said to last for an entire day on a single charge. It also has fast charging that should give 60% of power in 49 minutes. In terms of ports, the ZenBook Flip S comes with dual Type-C Thunderbolt 4 ports, 1 USB Type-A port, and 1 HDMI port. You also get two colour options for the ZenBook Flip S OLED - Jade Black and Red Copper.

HP Spectre 15T x360

HP Spectre 15T x360 is another convertible you can go for if you want a bigger display. It features a 15.6-inch 4K UHD touch display with a near bezel-less design. The laptop is powered by the 11th Gen Intel Core i7 processor coupled with 16GB of RAM and 1TB of SSD storage. It also comes with NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Ti for graphics. It comes with a microSD card reader, USB Type-A port, two Type-C ports with Thunderbolt 3, 1 HDMI port and a 3.5mm headphone jack. The laptop also has an HD camera with support for Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5, and it features Bang and Olufsen audio. You also get an HP Pen with the Spectre 15T x360 laptop.

Dell Inspiron 5301

The Dell Inspiron 5301 laptop is light and portable with a 13-inch Full HD display and a weight of 1.08 kg. It is powered by the 11th Gen Intel Core i5 processor paired with 8GB of RAM and 1TB of SSD storage. It also comes with Intel Xe Graphics and runs on Windows 10 Home. you get MS Office Home and Student 2019 pre-installed, and a 15-month subscription of McAfee Security Center. In terms of ports, the Dell Inspiron 5301 features 1 HDMI port, 3 USB 3.2 ports, 1 microSD card reader, and 1 headphone jack. It also has a fingerprint reader, a backlit keyboard and an HD webcam.

HP Envy

The HP Envy is another thin and light laptop with 1TB SSD you can go for. The laptop comes in a metal body, and it weighs 1.3 kg. It comes with the 11th Gen Intel Core i7 processor and features a 13.3-inch Full HD display. The laptop also has NVIDIA GeForce MX450 for graphics and runs on Windows 10 Home with lifetime validity. It packs 16GB of RAM in addition to 1TB of SSD storage. The HP Envy laptop is said to last through the day on a single charge. It also comes with a webcam shutter, microphone mute button and a fingerprint sensor. The laptop is also equipped with dual speakers and a headphone jack. It comes with 2 USB Type-A ports, 1 USB Type-A port, and a microSD card reader.

Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Carbon

The Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 is an alternative in the premium segment. It weighs less than a kg and also has a good design. The laptop has also passed the MIL-STD-810G military standard making it quite durable. It features a 13.3-inch QHD display with Dolby Vision and is powered by the 11th Gen Intel Core i7 processor paired. The laptop packs 16GB of RAM and 1TB of SSD storage. The Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Carbon should run for 9 hours, and it also supports fast charging that gives 2 hours of juice in 15 minutes. The Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Carbon also comes with 2 Harmon-branded speakers, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.1, and 2 Thunderbolt ports.

Lenovo ThinkBook 15

This thin and light laptop from Lenovo is decent machine if you are looking for a something that can your everyday tasks including gaming. It features, a 15.6- inch display which delivers clear and crisp colours. Under the hood, it packs AMD Ryzen 5 5500U processor that can handle pretty much anything.While buying this laptop you can save up to ₹14,500 on exchanging your old laptop, other than this, you can also buy it on no-cost EMI by using selected bank cards.

ASUS Vivobook S15

It features a 15.6- inch display, 6GB of RAM, 512GB SSD, Iris Xe Graphics and operates on Windows 11. With these specifications laptop can handle, heavy tasks that include, video and photo editing and gaming. Currently, by using selected bank cards, you can buy it at no-cost EMI. Further, you can save up to ₹14,500 on exchanging your old laptop.

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